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Mercedes CLE Convertible vs VW Tayron comparison

Compare performance (472 HP vs 272 HP), boot space and price (53,200 £ vs 39,600 £ ) at a glance. Find out which car is the better choice for you – Mercedes CLE Convertible or VW Tayron?

Mercedes CLE Convertible vs VW Tayron: Key differences

Mercedes CLE Convertible

  • substantially more power
  • noticeably quicker 0–100 km/h

VW Tayron

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  • clearly cheaper
  • considerably more efficient
  • moderately lighter
  • significantly more trunk space

Here’s where it gets real: The technical differences in detail

CLE Convertible

Costs and Efficiency:

Price and efficiency are often the first things buyers look at. Here it becomes clear which model has the long-term edge – whether at the pump, the plug, or in purchase price.

VW Tayron is clearly cheaper – starting at 39,600 £ , while the Mercedes CLE Convertible costs 53,200 £ . That’s a price difference of around 13,596 £.

Fuel consumption also shows a difference: the VW Tayron uses 1.5 L/100km and is considerably more efficient than the Mercedes CLE Convertible with 4.9 L/100km. The difference is about 3.4 L/100km.

Tayron

Engine and Performance:

Under the bonnet, it becomes clear which model is tuned for sportiness and which one takes the lead when you hit the accelerator.

When it comes to engine power, the Mercedes CLE Convertible offers substantially more power – delivering 472 HP compared to 272 HP. That’s roughly 200 HP more horsepower.

When accelerating from 0 to 100 km/h, the Mercedes CLE Convertible is noticeably quicker – completing the sprint in 4.4 s, while the VW Tayron takes 6.1 s. That’s about 1.7 s quicker.

Looking at top speed, the Mercedes CLE Convertible is slightly faster – reaching 250 km/h, while the VW Tayron tops out at 221 km/h. The difference is around 29 km/h.

There’s also a difference in torque: the Mercedes CLE Convertible delivers visibly more torque with 560 Nm compared to 400 Nm. That’s about 160 Nm more.

Space and Everyday Use:

Beyond pure performance, interior space and usability matter most in daily life. This is where you see which car is more practical and versatile.

Seats: VW Tayron offers more seats – 5 vs 4.

In terms of curb weight, VW Tayron is moderately lighter – 1,682 kg compared to 1,925 kg. The difference is around 243 kg.

Looking at boot space, the VW Tayron offers significantly more boot space – 885 L compared to 385 L. That’s a difference of about 500 L.

When it comes to payload, the VW Tayron carries markedly more – 566 kg compared to 435 kg. That’s a difference of about 131 kg.

Who wins the race in the data check?

The VW Tayron is clearly superior overall 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.

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Tayron

VW Tayron

  • Engine Type : Petrol MHEV, Diesel, Petrol, Plugin Hybrid
  • Transmission : Automatic
  • Drive Type : Front-Wheel Drive, All-Wheel Drive
  • Power HP : 150 - 272 HP
  • Consumption L/100km : 1.5 - 8.5 L/100km
  • Electric Range : 116 - 123 km
Mercedes CLE Convertible
VW Tayron

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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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VW Tayron

The VW Tayron is Volkswagen's roomy, no-nonsense SUV that pairs clean, familiar styling with a practical cabin built for families and everyday use. It rides comfortably, packs sensible tech and creature comforts, and feels like the sensible sweater of SUVs for buyers who prefer steady value over headline-grabbing drama.

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Mercedes CLE Convertible
VW Tayron

Costs and Consumption

Price
53,200 - 109,200 £
Price
39,600 - 56,000 £
Consumption L/100km
4.9 - 9.6 L/100km
Consumption L/100km
1.5 - 8.5 L/100km
Consumption kWh/100km
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Consumption kWh/100km
-
Electric Range
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Electric Range
116 - 123 km
Battery Capacity
-
Battery Capacity
19.7 kWh
co2
128 - 218 g/km
co2
33 - 192 g/km
Fuel tank capacity
66 L
Fuel tank capacity
45 - 58 L

Dimensions and Body

Body Type
Convertible
Body Type
SUV
Seats
4
Seats
5
Doors
2
Doors
5
Curb weight
1,925 - 2,110 kg
Curb weight
1,682 - 1,948 kg
Trunk capacity
375 - 385 L
Trunk capacity
705 - 885 L
Length
4,850 - 4,853 mm
Length
4,792 mm
Width
1,861 mm
Width
1,853 - 1,866 mm
Height
1,424 - 1,435 mm
Height
1,666 - 1,668 mm
Max trunk capacity
-
Max trunk capacity
1,915 - 2,090 L
Payload
380 - 435 kg
Payload
489 - 566 kg

Engine and Performance

Engine Type
Petrol MHEV, Diesel MHEV
Engine Type
Petrol MHEV, Diesel, Petrol, Plugin Hybrid
Transmission
Automatic
Transmission
Automatic
Transmission Detail
Automatic Gearbox
Transmission Detail
Dual-Clutch Automatic
Drive Type
All-Wheel Drive, Rear-Wheel Drive
Drive Type
Front-Wheel Drive, All-Wheel Drive
Power HP
193 - 472 HP
Power HP
150 - 272 HP
Acceleration 0-100km/h
4.4 - 9.5 s
Acceleration 0-100km/h
6.1 - 9.7 s
Max Speed
220 - 250 km/h
Max Speed
204 - 221 km/h
Torque
250 - 560 Nm
Torque
250 - 400 Nm
Number of Cylinders
4 - 6
Number of Cylinders
4
Power kW
142 - 347 kW
Power kW
110 - 200 kW
Engine capacity
1,993 - 2,999 cm3
Engine capacity
1,498 - 1,984 cm3

General

Model Year
2,024 - 2,025
Model Year
2,025 - 2,026
CO2 Efficiency Class
G, E, F, D
CO2 Efficiency Class
E, F, G, B
Brand
Mercedes-Benz
Brand
VW
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