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Mercedes CLE Coupe vs Genesis GV80 comparison

Compare performance (313 HP vs 304 HP), boot space and price (59,800 £ vs 59,400 £ ) at a glance. Find out which car is the better choice for you – Mercedes CLE Coupe or Genesis GV80?

Mercedes CLE Coupe vs Genesis GV80: Key differences

Mercedes CLE Coupe

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  • barely more power
  • considerably more efficient
  • barely quicker 0–100 km/h
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Genesis GV80

  • very slightly cheaper
  • marginally lighter
  • substantially 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:

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.

Genesis GV80 is very slightly cheaper – starting at 59,400 £ , while the Mercedes CLE Coupe costs 59,800 £ . That’s a price difference of around 390 £.

Fuel consumption also shows a difference: the Mercedes CLE Coupe uses 2.2 L/100km and is considerably more efficient than the Genesis GV80 with 8.8 L/100km. The difference is about 6.6 L/100km.

GV80

Engine and Performance:

Power, torque and acceleration are the classic benchmarks for car enthusiasts – and here, some clear differences start to show.

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.

When accelerating from 0 to 100 km/h, the Mercedes CLE Coupe is barely quicker – completing the sprint in 6.3 s, while the Genesis GV80 takes 6.9 s. That’s about 0.6 s quicker.

There’s also a difference in torque: the Genesis GV80 delivers very slightly more torque with 588 Nm compared to 550 Nm. That’s about 38 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: Genesis GV80 offers more seats – 7 vs 4.

In terms of curb weight, Genesis GV80 is marginally lighter – 2,155 kg compared to 2,175 kg. The difference is around 20 kg.

Looking at boot space, the Genesis GV80 offers substantially more boot space – 735 L compared to 290 L. That’s a difference of about 445 L.

When it comes to payload, the Genesis GV80 carries significantly more – 690 kg compared to 405 kg. That’s a difference of about 285 kg.

Who wins the race in the data check?

The Mercedes CLE Coupe is far 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 £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
Genesis GV80

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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 GV80

The Genesis GV80 feels like a boutique hotel on wheels, with striking looks and an interior that wraps you in plush materials and thoughtful details. It pairs a serenely composed ride with clever tech, making it the kind of luxury SUV that lets you enjoy the good life without shouting about the badge.

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Mercedes CLE Coupe
Genesis GV80

Costs and Consumption

Price
59,800 - 65,100 £
Price
59,400 - 75,600 £
Consumption L/100km
2.2 L/100km
Consumption L/100km
8.8 - 10.8 L/100km
Consumption kWh/100km
-
Consumption kWh/100km
-
Electric Range
113 km
Electric Range
-
Battery Capacity
-
Battery Capacity
-
co2
49 g/km
co2
231 - 241 g/km
Fuel tank capacity
-
Fuel tank capacity
80 L

Dimensions and Body

Body Type
Coupe
Body Type
SUV
Seats
4
Seats
5 - 7
Doors
-
Doors
5
Curb weight
2,175 kg
Curb weight
2,155 - 2,325 kg
Trunk capacity
290 L
Trunk capacity
727 - 735 L
Length
-
Length
4,945 mm
Width
1,861 mm
Width
1,975 mm
Height
-
Height
1,715 mm
Max trunk capacity
-
Max trunk capacity
2,144 - 2,152 L
Payload
405 kg
Payload
660 - 690 kg

Engine and Performance

Engine Type
Plugin Hybrid
Engine Type
Petrol, Diesel
Transmission
Automatic
Transmission
Automatic
Transmission Detail
Automatic Gearbox
Transmission Detail
Automatic Gearbox
Drive Type
Rear-Wheel Drive
Drive Type
All-Wheel Drive
Power HP
313 HP
Power HP
272 - 304 HP
Acceleration 0-100km/h
6.3 s
Acceleration 0-100km/h
6.9 s
Max Speed
-
Max Speed
230 - 237 km/h
Torque
550 Nm
Torque
422 - 588 Nm
Number of Cylinders
4
Number of Cylinders
4 - 6
Power kW
230 kW
Power kW
200 - 224 kW
Engine capacity
1,999 cm3
Engine capacity
2,497 - 2,996 cm3

General

Model Year
2025
Model Year
2,021 - 2,022
CO2 Efficiency Class
B
CO2 Efficiency Class
G
Brand
Mercedes-Benz
Brand
Genesis
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