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Mercedes CLE Coupe vs Cadillac OPTIQ comparison

Compare performance (313 HP vs 304 HP), boot space and price (59,800 £ vs 55,700 £ ) at a glance. Find out which car is the better choice for you – Mercedes CLE Coupe or Cadillac OPTIQ?

Mercedes CLE Coupe vs Cadillac OPTIQ: Key differences

Mercedes CLE Coupe

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  • barely more power
  • marginally lighter
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Cadillac OPTIQ

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  • only slightly cheaper
  • substantially more electric range
  • noticeably 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.

Cadillac OPTIQ is only slightly cheaper – starting at 55,700 £ , while the Mercedes CLE Coupe costs 59,800 £ . That’s a price difference of around 4,058 £.

As for electric range, the Cadillac OPTIQ offers substantially more range – reaching up to 425 km, about 312 km more than the Mercedes CLE 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 Mercedes CLE Coupe offers barely more power – delivering 313 HP compared to 304 HP. That’s roughly 9 HP more horsepower.

Both models accelerate almost equally fast – 6.3 s from 0 to 100 km/h.

There’s also a difference in torque: the Mercedes CLE Coupe delivers a bit more torque with 550 Nm compared to 480 Nm. That’s about 70 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: Cadillac OPTIQ offers more seats – 5 vs 4.

In terms of curb weight, Mercedes CLE Coupe is marginally lighter – 2,175 kg compared to 2,376 kg. The difference is around 201 kg.

Looking at boot space, the Cadillac OPTIQ offers noticeably more boot space – 443 L compared to 290 L. That’s a difference of about 153 L.

When it comes to payload, the Cadillac OPTIQ carries noticeably more – 524 kg compared to 405 kg. That’s a difference of about 119 kg.

Who wins the race in the data check?

The Cadillac OPTIQ 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.

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Cadillac OPTIQ

  • Engine Type Electric
  • Transmission Automatic
  • Drive Type All-Wheel Drive
  • Power HP 304 HP
  • Consumption kWh/100km 19.9 kWh/100km
  • Electric Range 425 km
Mercedes CLE Coupe
Cadillac OPTIQ

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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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Cadillac OPTIQ

The Cadillac Optiq is a chic, compact electric SUV that brings the brand’s bold styling, hushed refinement, and confident punch to a more attainable size. With a calm, composed ride, a tech-rich cabin, and the brand’s signature light show outside, it feels like an urban-friendly gateway to true American luxury without losing the drama or the practicality buyers need.

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Mercedes CLE Coupe
Cadillac OPTIQ

Costs and Consumption

Price
59,800 - 65,100 £
Price
55,700 £
Consumption L/100km
2.2 L/100km
Consumption L/100km
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Consumption kWh/100km
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Consumption kWh/100km
19.9 kWh/100km
Electric Range
113 km
Electric Range
425 km
Battery Capacity
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Battery Capacity
-
co2
49 g/km
co2
0 g/km
Fuel tank capacity
-
Fuel tank capacity
-

Dimensions and Body

Body Type
Coupe
Body Type
SUV
Seats
4
Seats
5
Doors
-
Doors
-
Curb weight
2,175 kg
Curb weight
2,376 kg
Trunk capacity
290 L
Trunk capacity
443 L
Length
-
Length
-
Width
1,861 mm
Width
1,912 mm
Height
-
Height
-
Max trunk capacity
-
Max trunk capacity
-
Payload
405 kg
Payload
524 kg

Engine and Performance

Engine Type
Plugin Hybrid
Engine Type
Electric
Transmission
Automatic
Transmission
Automatic
Transmission Detail
Automatic Gearbox
Transmission Detail
Reduction Gearbox
Drive Type
Rear-Wheel Drive
Drive Type
All-Wheel Drive
Power HP
313 HP
Power HP
304 HP
Acceleration 0-100km/h
6.3 s
Acceleration 0-100km/h
6.3 s
Max Speed
-
Max Speed
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Torque
550 Nm
Torque
480 Nm
Number of Cylinders
4
Number of Cylinders
-
Power kW
230 kW
Power kW
224 kW
Engine capacity
1,999 cm3
Engine capacity
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General

Model Year
2025
Model Year
2026
CO2 Efficiency Class
B
CO2 Efficiency Class
A
Brand
Mercedes-Benz
Brand
Cadillac
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