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Mercedes CLE Coupe vs Aston Martin DBS Superleggera Coupe comparison

Compare performance (313 HP vs 770 HP), boot space and price (59,800 £ vs 306,000 £ ) at a glance. Find out which car is the better choice for you – Mercedes CLE Coupe or Aston Martin DBS Superleggera Coupe?

Mercedes CLE Coupe vs Aston Martin DBS Superleggera Coupe: Key differences

Mercedes CLE Coupe

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  • clearly cheaper
  • substantially more efficient
  • very slightly more trunk space
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Aston Martin DBS Superleggera Coupe

  • substantially more power
  • considerably quicker 0–100 km/h
  • moderately lighter
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By Achim Sedelmaier

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

CLE Coupe

Costs and Efficiency:

Looking at overall running costs, both models reveal some interesting differences in everyday economy.

Mercedes CLE Coupe is clearly cheaper – starting at 59,800 £ , while the Aston Martin DBS Superleggera Coupe costs 306,000 £ . That’s a price difference of around 246,228 £.

Fuel consumption also shows a difference: the Mercedes CLE Coupe uses 2.2 L/100km and is substantially more efficient than the Aston Martin DBS Superleggera Coupe with 13.5 L/100km. The difference is about 11.3 L/100km.

DBS Superleggera Coupe

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 Aston Martin DBS Superleggera Coupe offers substantially more power – delivering 770 HP compared to 313 HP. That’s roughly 457 HP more horsepower.

When accelerating from 0 to 100 km/h, the Aston Martin DBS Superleggera Coupe is considerably quicker – completing the sprint in 3.4 s, while the Mercedes CLE Coupe takes 6.3 s. That’s about 2.9 s quicker.

There’s also a difference in torque: the Aston Martin DBS Superleggera Coupe delivers clearly more torque with 900 Nm compared to 550 Nm. That’s about 350 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.

Both vehicles offer seating for 4 people.

In terms of curb weight, Aston Martin DBS Superleggera Coupe is moderately lighter – 1,845 kg compared to 2,175 kg. The difference is around 330 kg.

Looking at boot space, the Mercedes CLE Coupe offers very slightly more boot space – 290 L compared to 270 L. That’s a difference of about 20 L.

When it comes to payload, the Aston Martin DBS Superleggera Coupe carries only slightly more – 420 kg compared to 405 kg. That’s a difference of about 15 kg.

Who wins the race in the data check?

The Mercedes CLE Coupe 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.

from £59,800
CLE Coupe

Mercedes CLE Coupe

  • Engine Type : Plugin Hybrid
  • Transmission : Automatic
  • Drive Type : Rear-Wheel Drive
  • Power HP : 313 HP
  • Consumption L/100km : 2.2 L/100km
  • Electric Range : 113 km
Mercedes CLE Coupe
Aston Martin DBS Superleggera Coupe

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Mercedes CLE Coupe

The Mercedes CLE Coupe slides between sporty and sophisticated with a swooping silhouette that turns heads without shouting, and a cabin that feels both luxurious and intelligently laid out. It’s ideal for buyers who want grand-tourer comfort with a playful driving character—chic enough for the weekend, sensible enough for the daily run, and guaranteed to spark a few “what is that?” conversations.

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Aston Martin DBS Superleggera Coupe

The Aston Martin DBS Superleggera Coupe looks like it was chiseled by a sculptor with a need for speed, pairing aristocratic elegance with a deliberately brutal stance. It delivers a mood‑altering soundtrack and intoxicating shove that turns ordinary drives into cinematic escapes — perfect for buyers who want drama without sacrificing refinement.

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Mercedes CLE Coupe
Aston Martin DBS Superleggera Coupe

Costs and Consumption

Price
59,800 - 65,100 £
Price
306,000 £
Consumption L/100km
2.2 L/100km
Consumption L/100km
13.5 L/100km
Consumption kWh/100km
-
Consumption kWh/100km
-
Electric Range
113 km
Electric Range
-
Battery Capacity
-
Battery Capacity
-
co2
49 g/km
co2
314 g/km
Fuel tank capacity
-
Fuel tank capacity
75 L

Dimensions and Body

Body Type
Coupe
Body Type
Coupe
Seats
4
Seats
4
Doors
-
Doors
3
Curb weight
2,175 kg
Curb weight
1,845 kg
Trunk capacity
290 L
Trunk capacity
270 L
Length
-
Length
4,715 mm
Width
1,861 mm
Width
1,970 mm
Height
-
Height
1,285 mm
Max trunk capacity
-
Max trunk capacity
-
Payload
405 kg
Payload
420 kg

Engine and Performance

Engine Type
Plugin Hybrid
Engine Type
Petrol
Transmission
Automatic
Transmission
Automatic
Transmission Detail
Automatic Gearbox
Transmission Detail
Automatic Gearbox
Drive Type
Rear-Wheel Drive
Drive Type
Rear-Wheel Drive
Power HP
313 HP
Power HP
770 HP
Acceleration 0-100km/h
6.3 s
Acceleration 0-100km/h
3.4 s
Max Speed
-
Max Speed
338 km/h
Torque
550 Nm
Torque
900 Nm
Number of Cylinders
4
Number of Cylinders
12
Power kW
230 kW
Power kW
566 kW
Engine capacity
1,999 cm3
Engine capacity
5,204 cm3

General

Model Year
2025
Model Year
2023
CO2 Efficiency Class
B
CO2 Efficiency Class
G
Brand
Mercedes-Benz
Brand
Aston Martin
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