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Mercedes CLE Coupe vs BMW 2 Series comparison

Compare performance (313 HP vs 530 HP), boot space and price (59,800 £ vs 39,700 £ ) at a glance. Find out which car is the better choice for you – Mercedes CLE Coupe or BMW 2 Series?

Mercedes CLE Coupe vs BMW 2 Series: Key differences

Mercedes CLE Coupe

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  • clearly more efficient
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BMW 2 Series

  • significantly cheaper
  • considerably more power
  • considerably quicker 0–100 km/h
  • visibly lighter
  • visibly more trunk space
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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.

BMW 2 Series is significantly cheaper – starting at 39,700 £ , while the Mercedes CLE Coupe costs 59,800 £ . That’s a price difference of around 20,087 £.

Fuel consumption also shows a difference: the Mercedes CLE Coupe uses 2.2 L/100km and is clearly more efficient than the BMW 2 Series with 4.9 L/100km. The difference is about 2.7 L/100km.

2 Series

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 BMW 2 Series offers considerably more power – delivering 530 HP compared to 313 HP. That’s roughly 217 HP more horsepower.

When accelerating from 0 to 100 km/h, the BMW 2 Series is considerably quicker – completing the sprint in 3.8 s, while the Mercedes CLE Coupe takes 6.3 s. That’s about 2.5 s quicker.

There’s also a difference in torque: the BMW 2 Series delivers a bit more torque with 650 Nm compared to 550 Nm. That’s about 100 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, BMW 2 Series is visibly lighter – 1,560 kg compared to 2,175 kg. The difference is around 615 kg.

Looking at boot space, the BMW 2 Series offers visibly more boot space – 390 L compared to 290 L. That’s a difference of about 100 L.

When it comes to payload, the Mercedes CLE Coupe carries only slightly more – 405 kg compared to 400 kg. That’s a difference of about 5 kg.

Who wins the race in the data check?

The BMW 2 Series is clearly ahead 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 £39,700
2 Series

BMW 2 Series

  • Engine Type Diesel MHEV, Petrol, Petrol MHEV
  • Transmission Automatic, Manuel
  • Drive Type Rear-Wheel Drive, All-Wheel Drive
  • Power HP 156 - 530 HP
  • Consumption L/100km 4.9 - 10 L/100km
Mercedes CLE Coupe
BMW 2 Series

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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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BMW 2 Series

The BMW 2 Series feels like a pocket rocket in smart clothes, delivering sharp handling and a premium cabin that turns everyday errands into something worth looking forward to. For buyers who crave a compact car with real driving character and a dash of German confidence, it’s a spirited choice that never takes itself too seriously.

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Mercedes CLE Coupe
BMW 2 Series

Costs and Consumption

Price
59,800 - 65,100 £
Price
39,700 - 98,600 £
Consumption L/100km
2.2 L/100km
Consumption L/100km
4.9 - 10 L/100km
Consumption kWh/100km
-
Consumption kWh/100km
-
Electric Range
113 km
Electric Range
-
Battery Capacity
-
Battery Capacity
-
co2
49 g/km
co2
129 - 226 g/km
Fuel tank capacity
-
Fuel tank capacity
-

Dimensions and Body

Body Type
Coupe
Body Type
Coupe
Seats
4
Seats
4
Doors
-
Doors
-
Curb weight
2,175 kg
Curb weight
1,560 - 1,830 kg
Trunk capacity
290 L
Trunk capacity
390 L
Length
-
Length
-
Width
1,861 mm
Width
1,838 - 1,887 mm
Height
-
Height
-
Max trunk capacity
-
Max trunk capacity
-
Payload
405 kg
Payload
350 - 400 kg

Engine and Performance

Engine Type
Plugin Hybrid
Engine Type
Diesel MHEV, Petrol, Petrol MHEV
Transmission
Automatic
Transmission
Automatic, Manuel
Transmission Detail
Automatic Gearbox
Transmission Detail
Automatic Gearbox, Manual Gearbox
Drive Type
Rear-Wheel Drive
Drive Type
Rear-Wheel Drive, All-Wheel Drive
Power HP
313 HP
Power HP
156 - 530 HP
Acceleration 0-100km/h
6.3 s
Acceleration 0-100km/h
3.8 - 8.7 s
Max Speed
-
Max Speed
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Torque
550 Nm
Torque
250 - 650 Nm
Number of Cylinders
4
Number of Cylinders
4 - 6
Power kW
230 kW
Power kW
115 - 390 kW
Engine capacity
1,999 cm3
Engine capacity
1,995 - 2,998 cm3

General

Model Year
2025
Model Year
2,024 - 2,025
CO2 Efficiency Class
B
CO2 Efficiency Class
D, E, G
Brand
Mercedes-Benz
Brand
BMW
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