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Mercedes CLE Coupe vs Bentley Continental Coupe comparison

Compare performance (472 HP vs 549 HP), boot space and price (46,300 £ vs 192,900 £ ) at a glance. Find out which car is the better choice for you – Mercedes CLE Coupe or Bentley Continental Coupe?

Mercedes CLE Coupe vs Bentley Continental Coupe: Key differences

Mercedes CLE Coupe

5 (1 Reviews)
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  • clearly cheaper
  • considerably more efficient
  • noticeably lighter
  • slightly more trunk space
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Bentley Continental Coupe

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  • somewhat more power
  • barely quicker 0–100 km/h
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By Achim Sedelmaier

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

CLE Coupe

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.

Mercedes CLE Coupe is clearly cheaper – starting at 46,300 £ , while the Bentley Continental Coupe costs 192,900 £ . That’s a price difference of around 146,604 £.

Fuel consumption also shows a difference: the Mercedes CLE Coupe uses 2.2 L/100km and is considerably more efficient than the Bentley Continental Coupe with 11.8 L/100km. The difference is about 9.6 L/100km.

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 Bentley Continental Coupe offers somewhat more power – delivering 549 HP compared to 472 HP. That’s roughly 77 HP more horsepower.

When accelerating from 0 to 100 km/h, the Bentley Continental Coupe is barely quicker – completing the sprint in 4 s, while the Mercedes CLE Coupe takes 4.2 s. That’s about 0.2 s quicker.

Looking at top speed, the Bentley Continental Coupe is markedly faster – reaching 318 km/h, while the Mercedes CLE Coupe tops out at 250 km/h. The difference is around 68 km/h.

There’s also a difference in torque: the Bentley Continental Coupe delivers markedly more torque with 770 Nm compared to 560 Nm. That’s about 210 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, Mercedes CLE Coupe is noticeably lighter – 1,790 kg compared to 2,165 kg. The difference is around 375 kg.

Looking at boot space, the Mercedes CLE Coupe offers slightly more boot space – 420 L compared to 358 L. That’s a difference of about 62 L.

Maximum payload is identical – both can carry up to 475 kg.

Who wins the race in the data check?

The Mercedes CLE Coupe stands well ahead of its rival 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 £46,300
CLE Coupe

Mercedes CLE Coupe

  • Engine Type : Petrol MHEV, Diesel MHEV, Plugin Hybrid
  • Transmission : Automatic
  • Drive Type : All-Wheel Drive, Rear-Wheel Drive
  • Power HP : 193 - 472 HP
  • Consumption L/100km : 2.2 - 9.4 L/100km
  • Electric Range : 113 km
Mercedes CLE Coupe
Bentley Continental 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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Bentley Continental Coupe

The Bentley Continental Coupe slips between grand tourer and high-fashion statement with effortless poise, its cabin drenched in handcrafted leather and tasteful, indulgent details that make every journey feel like a special occasion. On the road it masks immense performance behind a serene, buttoned-up demeanor while doling out a surprisingly composed and playful driving character whenever you ask for it, making it ideal for buyers who want both presence and comfort with a wink.

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Mercedes CLE Coupe
Bentley Continental Coupe

Costs and Consumption

Price
46,300 - 104,000 £
Price
192,900 £
Consumption L/100km
2.2 - 9.4 L/100km
Consumption L/100km
11.8 L/100km
Consumption kWh/100km
-
Consumption kWh/100km
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Electric Range
113 km
Electric Range
-
Battery Capacity
-
Battery Capacity
-
co2
49 - 215 g/km
co2
268 g/km
Fuel tank capacity
66 L
Fuel tank capacity
90 L

Dimensions and Body

Body Type
Coupe
Body Type
Coupe
Seats
4
Seats
4
Doors
2
Doors
2
Curb weight
1,790 - 2,175 kg
Curb weight
2,165 kg
Trunk capacity
290 - 420 L
Trunk capacity
358 L
Length
4,850 - 4,853 mm
Length
4,850 mm
Width
1,861 mm
Width
1,966 mm
Height
1,422 - 1,434 mm
Height
1,405 mm
Max trunk capacity
-
Max trunk capacity
-
Payload
405 - 475 kg
Payload
475 kg

Engine and Performance

Engine Type
Petrol MHEV, Diesel MHEV, Plugin Hybrid
Engine Type
Petrol
Transmission
Automatic
Transmission
Automatic
Transmission Detail
Automatic Gearbox
Transmission Detail
Dual-Clutch Automatic
Drive Type
All-Wheel Drive, Rear-Wheel Drive
Drive Type
All-Wheel Drive
Power HP
193 - 472 HP
Power HP
549 HP
Acceleration 0-100km/h
4.2 - 8.9 s
Acceleration 0-100km/h
4 s
Max Speed
225 - 250 km/h
Max Speed
318 km/h
Torque
250 - 560 Nm
Torque
770 Nm
Number of Cylinders
4 - 6
Number of Cylinders
8
Power kW
142 - 347 kW
Power kW
404 kW
Engine capacity
1,993 - 2,999 cm3
Engine capacity
3,996 cm3

General

Model Year
2,023 - 2,025
Model Year
2019
CO2 Efficiency Class
G, F, E, D, B
CO2 Efficiency Class
G
Brand
Mercedes-Benz
Brand
Bentley
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