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Mercedes CLE Convertible vs Toyota Proace Transporter comparison

Compare performance (472 HP vs 150 HP), boot space and price (53,200 £ vs 31,600 £ ) at a glance. Find out which car is the better choice for you – Mercedes CLE Convertible or Toyota Proace Transporter?

Mercedes CLE Convertible vs Toyota Proace Transporter: Key differences

Mercedes CLE Convertible

  • clearly more power
  • markedly more efficient
  • substantially quicker 0–100 km/h
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Toyota Proace Transporter

  • significantly cheaper
  • moderately lighter
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Here’s where it gets real: The technical differences in detail

CLE Convertible

Costs and Efficiency:

When it comes to price and running costs, the biggest differences usually appear. This is often where you see which car fits your budget better in the long run.

Toyota Proace Transporter is significantly cheaper – starting at 31,600 £ , while the Mercedes CLE Convertible costs 53,200 £ . That’s a price difference of around 21,573 £.

Fuel consumption also shows a difference: the Mercedes CLE Convertible uses 4.9 L/100km and is markedly more efficient than the Toyota Proace Transporter with 6.4 L/100km. The difference is about 1.5 L/100km.

Proace Transporter

Engine and Performance:

Power, torque and acceleration are the classic benchmarks for car enthusiasts – and here, some clear differences start to show.

When it comes to engine power, the Mercedes CLE Convertible offers clearly more power – delivering 472 HP compared to 150 HP. That’s roughly 322 HP more horsepower.

When accelerating from 0 to 100 km/h, the Mercedes CLE Convertible is substantially quicker – completing the sprint in 4.4 s, while the Toyota Proace Transporter takes 12.1 s. That’s about 7.7 s quicker.

There’s also a difference in torque: the Mercedes CLE Convertible delivers visibly more torque with 560 Nm compared to 370 Nm. That’s about 190 Nm more.

Space and Everyday Use:

Cabin size, boot volume and payload all play a role in everyday practicality. Here, comfort and flexibility make the difference.

Seats: Toyota Proace Transporter offers more seats – 6 vs 4.

In terms of curb weight, Toyota Proace Transporter is moderately lighter – 1,656 kg compared to 1,925 kg. The difference is around 269 kg.

When it comes to payload, the Toyota Proace Transporter carries substantially more – 1,323 kg compared to 435 kg. That’s a difference of about 888 kg.

Who wins the race in the data check?

The Mercedes CLE Convertible holds a decisive overall lead in the objective data comparison.
This result only shows which model scores more points on paper – not which of the two cars feels right for you.

from £53,200
CLE Convertible

Mercedes CLE Convertible

  • Engine Type Petrol MHEV, Diesel MHEV
  • Transmission Automatic
  • Drive Type All-Wheel Drive, Rear-Wheel Drive
  • Power HP 193 - 472 HP
  • Consumption L/100km 4.9 - 9.6 L/100km
Mercedes CLE Convertible
Toyota Proace Transporter

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Mercedes CLE Convertible

The Mercedes CLE Convertible drops its roof with the kind of poise you'd expect from a luxury cruiser, wrapping elegant lines and a plush cabin into a composition that's equally at home on coastal roads or city boulevards. Behind the wheel it balances comfort and sporty intent, making it an appealing pick for buyers who want a refined open-top experience without shouting for attention — and yes, it even makes the commute feel like a weekend escape.

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Toyota Proace Transporter

The Toyota Proace Transporter is a no-nonsense work van that pairs Toyota’s dependable reputation with smart practicality, so you can load, drive and finish the job without unnecessary drama. It won’t win design awards, but with a comfortable cab, sensible feature set and a focus on getting things done, it quietly keeps fleets and small businesses smiling.

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Mercedes CLE Convertible
Toyota Proace Transporter

Costs and Consumption

Price
53,200 - 109,200 £
Price
31,600 - 51,000 £
Consumption L/100km
4.9 - 9.6 L/100km
Consumption L/100km
6.4 - 6.7 L/100km
Consumption kWh/100km
-
Consumption kWh/100km
23.8 - 23.9 kWh/100km
Electric Range
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Electric Range
349 km
Battery Capacity
-
Battery Capacity
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co2
128 - 218 g/km
co2
0 - 177 g/km
Fuel tank capacity
66 L
Fuel tank capacity
-

Dimensions and Body

Body Type
Convertible
Body Type
Cargo Van
Seats
4
Seats
3 - 6
Doors
2
Doors
-
Curb weight
1,925 - 2,110 kg
Curb weight
1,656 - 2,100 kg
Trunk capacity
375 - 385 L
Trunk capacity
-
Length
4,850 - 4,853 mm
Length
-
Width
1,861 mm
Width
1,920 mm
Height
1,424 - 1,435 mm
Height
-
Max trunk capacity
-
Max trunk capacity
-
Payload
380 - 435 kg
Payload
955 - 1,323 kg

Engine and Performance

Engine Type
Petrol MHEV, Diesel MHEV
Engine Type
Diesel, Electric
Transmission
Automatic
Transmission
Manual, Automatic
Transmission Detail
Automatic Gearbox
Transmission Detail
Manual Gearbox, Reduction Gearbox, Automatic Gearbox
Drive Type
All-Wheel Drive, Rear-Wheel Drive
Drive Type
Front-Wheel Drive
Power HP
193 - 472 HP
Power HP
120 - 150 HP
Acceleration 0-100km/h
4.4 - 9.5 s
Acceleration 0-100km/h
12.1 - 13.3 s
Max Speed
220 - 250 km/h
Max Speed
-
Torque
250 - 560 Nm
Torque
260 - 370 Nm
Number of Cylinders
4 - 6
Number of Cylinders
4
Power kW
142 - 347 kW
Power kW
88 - 110 kW
Engine capacity
1,993 - 2,999 cm3
Engine capacity
1,499 - 2,184 cm3

General

Model Year
2,024 - 2,025
Model Year
2025
CO2 Efficiency Class
G, E, F, D
CO2 Efficiency Class
F, A, G
Brand
Mercedes-Benz
Brand
Toyota
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