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Mercedes CLE Coupe vs Genesis G70 comparison

Compare performance (313 HP vs 245 HP), boot space and price (59,800 £ vs 38,600 £ ) at a glance. Find out which car is the better choice for you – Mercedes CLE Coupe or Genesis G70?

Mercedes CLE Coupe vs Genesis G70: Key differences

Mercedes CLE Coupe

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  • visibly more power
  • clearly more efficient
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Genesis G70

  • considerably cheaper
  • very slightly quicker 0–100 km/h
  • clearly lighter
  • moderately more trunk space
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Here’s where it gets real: The technical differences in detail

CLE Coupe

Costs and Efficiency:

Price and efficiency are key factors when choosing a car – and this is often where the real differences emerge.

Genesis G70 is considerably cheaper – starting at 38,600 £ , while the Mercedes CLE Coupe costs 59,800 £ . That’s a price difference of around 21,218 £.

Fuel consumption also shows a difference: the Mercedes CLE Coupe uses 2.2 L/100km and is clearly more efficient than the Genesis G70 with 6.5 L/100km. The difference is about 4.3 L/100km.

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Engine and Performance:

Power, torque and acceleration say a lot about how a car feels on the road. This is where you see which model delivers more driving dynamics.

When it comes to engine power, the Mercedes CLE Coupe offers visibly more power – delivering 313 HP compared to 245 HP. That’s roughly 68 HP more horsepower.

When accelerating from 0 to 100 km/h, the Genesis G70 is very slightly quicker – completing the sprint in 6.1 s, while the Mercedes CLE Coupe takes 6.3 s. That’s about 0.2 s quicker.

There’s also a difference in torque: the Mercedes CLE Coupe delivers somewhat more torque with 550 Nm compared to 440 Nm. That’s about 110 Nm more.

Space and Everyday Use:

Beyond pure performance, interior space and usability matter most in daily life. This is where you see which car is more practical and versatile.

Seats: Genesis G70 offers more seats – 5 vs 4.

In terms of curb weight, Genesis G70 is clearly lighter – 1,727 kg compared to 2,175 kg. The difference is around 448 kg.

Looking at boot space, the Genesis G70 offers moderately more boot space – 330 L compared to 290 L. That’s a difference of about 40 L.

When it comes to payload, the Genesis G70 carries moderately more – 452 kg compared to 405 kg. That’s a difference of about 47 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.

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CLE Coupe

Mercedes CLE Coupe

  • Engine Type Plug-in Hybrid
  • Transmission Automatic
  • Drive Type Rear-Wheel Drive
  • Power HP 313 HP
  • Consumption L/100km 2.2 L/100km
  • Electric Range 113 km
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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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Genesis G70

The Genesis G70 blends sleek, low-slung styling with a cabin that feels more bespoke than bargain-bin, delivering driver-focused dynamics that make long runs and twisty roads equally entertaining. With premium materials, thoughtful tech and a value proposition that nudges past its German rivals, it’s the kind of compact executive that feels serious but doesn’t take itself too seriously.

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Costs and Consumption
Price
59,800 - 65,100 £
Price
38,600 - 44,500 £
Consumption L/100km
2.2 L/100km
Consumption L/100km
6.5 - 9.1 L/100km
Consumption kWh/100km
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Consumption kWh/100km
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Electric Range
113 km
Electric Range
-
Battery Capacity
-
Battery Capacity
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co2
49 g/km
co2
170 - 206 g/km
Fuel tank capacity
-
Fuel tank capacity
60 L

Dimensions and Body
Body Type
Coupe
Body Type
Sedan
Seats
4
Seats
5
Doors
-
Doors
4
Curb weight
2,175 kg
Curb weight
1,727 - 1,858 kg
Trunk capacity
290 L
Trunk capacity
330 L
Length
-
Length
4,685 mm
Width
1,861 mm
Width
1,850 mm
Height
-
Height
1,400 mm
Max trunk capacity
-
Max trunk capacity
-
Payload
405 kg
Payload
413 - 452 kg

Engine and Performance
Engine Type
Plug-in Hybrid
Engine Type
Petrol, Diesel
Transmission
Automatic
Transmission
Automatic
Transmission Detail
Automatic Gearbox
Transmission Detail
Automatic Gearbox
Drive Type
Rear-Wheel Drive
Drive Type
Rear-Wheel Drive, All-Wheel Drive
Power HP
313 HP
Power HP
200 - 245 HP
Acceleration 0-100km/h
6.3 s
Acceleration 0-100km/h
6.1 - 7.9 s
Max Speed
-
Max Speed
230 - 240 km/h
Torque
550 Nm
Torque
353 - 440 Nm
Number of Cylinders
4
Number of Cylinders
4
Power kW
230 kW
Power kW
147 - 180 kW
Engine capacity
1,999 cm3
Engine capacity
1,998 - 2,199 cm3

General
Model Year
2025
Model Year
2,021 - 2,023
CO2 Efficiency Class
B
CO2 Efficiency Class
G, F
Brand
Mercedes-Benz
Brand
Genesis
What drive types are available for the Mercedes CLE Coupe?

The Mercedes CLE Coupe is offered with Rear-Wheel Drive.

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