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Mercedes CLE Coupe vs Ford Mustang Convertible comparison

Compare performance (313 HP vs 446 HP), boot space and price (59,800 £ vs 56,900 £ ) at a glance. Find out which car is the better choice for you – Mercedes CLE Coupe or Ford Mustang Convertible?

Mercedes CLE Coupe vs Ford Mustang Convertible: Key differences

Mercedes CLE Coupe

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  • significantly more efficient
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Ford Mustang Convertible

  • marginally cheaper
  • visibly more power
  • clearly quicker 0–100 km/h
  • somewhat 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.

Ford Mustang Convertible is marginally cheaper – starting at 56,900 £ , while the Mercedes CLE Coupe costs 59,800 £ . That’s a price difference of around 2,858 £.

Fuel consumption also shows a difference: the Mercedes CLE Coupe uses 2.2 L/100km and is significantly more efficient than the Ford Mustang Convertible with 12.3 L/100km. The difference is about 10.1 L/100km.

Mustang Convertible

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 Ford Mustang Convertible offers visibly more power – delivering 446 HP compared to 313 HP. That’s roughly 133 HP more horsepower.

When accelerating from 0 to 100 km/h, the Ford Mustang Convertible is clearly quicker – completing the sprint in 5 s, while the Mercedes CLE Coupe takes 6.3 s. That’s about 1.3 s quicker.

There’s also a difference in torque: the Mercedes CLE Coupe delivers very slightly more torque with 550 Nm compared to 540 Nm. That’s about 10 Nm more.

Space and Everyday Use:

Whether family car or daily driver – which one offers more room, flexibility and comfort?

Both vehicles offer seating for 4 people.

In terms of curb weight, Ford Mustang Convertible is somewhat lighter – 1,876 kg compared to 2,175 kg. The difference is around 299 kg.

When it comes to payload, the Mercedes CLE Coupe carries a bit more – 405 kg compared to 324 kg. That’s a difference of about 81 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
Ford Mustang Convertible

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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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Ford Mustang Convertible

The Ford Mustang Convertible makes every drive feel like a small celebration, its exhaust note and open-air drama turning mundane routes into showstoppers. It’s a car that doubles as a weekend mood lifter and a credible everyday companion, blending swagger with surprising practicality.

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Mercedes CLE Coupe
Ford Mustang Convertible

Costs and Consumption

Price
59,800 - 65,100 £
Price
56,900 - 59,900 £
Consumption L/100km
2.2 L/100km
Consumption L/100km
12.3 - 12.4 L/100km
Consumption kWh/100km
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Consumption kWh/100km
-
Electric Range
113 km
Electric Range
-
Battery Capacity
-
Battery Capacity
-
co2
49 g/km
co2
280 - 282 g/km
Fuel tank capacity
-
Fuel tank capacity
-

Dimensions and Body

Body Type
Coupe
Body Type
Convertible
Seats
4
Seats
4
Doors
-
Doors
-
Curb weight
2,175 kg
Curb weight
1,876 kg
Trunk capacity
290 L
Trunk capacity
-
Length
-
Length
-
Width
1,861 mm
Width
1,916 mm
Height
-
Height
-
Max trunk capacity
-
Max trunk capacity
-
Payload
405 kg
Payload
319 - 324 kg

Engine and Performance

Engine Type
Plugin Hybrid
Engine Type
Petrol
Transmission
Automatic
Transmission
Manuel, Automatic
Transmission Detail
Automatic Gearbox
Transmission Detail
Manual Gearbox, Automatic Gearbox
Drive Type
Rear-Wheel Drive
Drive Type
Rear-Wheel Drive
Power HP
313 HP
Power HP
446 HP
Acceleration 0-100km/h
6.3 s
Acceleration 0-100km/h
5 - 5.4 s
Max Speed
-
Max Speed
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Torque
550 Nm
Torque
540 Nm
Number of Cylinders
4
Number of Cylinders
8
Power kW
230 kW
Power kW
328 kW
Engine capacity
1,999 cm3
Engine capacity
5,038 cm3

General

Model Year
2025
Model Year
2025
CO2 Efficiency Class
B
CO2 Efficiency Class
G
Brand
Mercedes-Benz
Brand
Ford
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