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Mercedes CLE Coupe vs Lexus RC comparison

Compare performance (313 HP vs 464 HP), boot space and price (59,800 £ vs 82,300 £ ) at a glance. Find out which car is the better choice for you – Mercedes CLE Coupe or Lexus RC?

Mercedes CLE Coupe vs Lexus RC: Key differences

Mercedes CLE Coupe

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  • visibly cheaper
  • considerably more efficient
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Lexus RC

  • clearly more power
  • significantly quicker 0–100 km/h
  • noticeably lighter
  • 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.

Mercedes CLE Coupe is visibly cheaper – starting at 59,800 £ , while the Lexus RC costs 82,300 £ . That’s a price difference of around 22,556 £.

Fuel consumption also shows a difference: the Mercedes CLE Coupe uses 2.2 L/100km and is considerably more efficient than the Lexus RC with 11.8 L/100km. The difference is about 9.6 L/100km.

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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 Lexus RC offers clearly more power – delivering 464 HP compared to 313 HP. That’s roughly 151 HP more horsepower.

When accelerating from 0 to 100 km/h, the Lexus RC is significantly quicker – completing the sprint in 4.3 s, while the Mercedes CLE Coupe takes 6.3 s. That’s about 2 s quicker.

There’s also a difference in torque: the Mercedes CLE Coupe delivers very slightly more torque with 550 Nm compared to 520 Nm. That’s about 30 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, Lexus RC is noticeably lighter – 1,715 kg compared to 2,175 kg. The difference is around 460 kg.

Looking at boot space, the Lexus RC offers noticeably more boot space – 366 L compared to 290 L. That’s a difference of about 76 L.

When it comes to payload, the Lexus RC carries clearly more – 535 kg compared to 405 kg. That’s a difference of about 130 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
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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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Lexus RC

The Lexus RC cuts a dramatic figure on the road with its bold grille and sculpted coupe silhouette, blending Japanese refinement with a dash of show-off flair. Inside it favors comfort and clever detailing over racetrack theatrics, so if you want a luxurious, dependable coupe that rewards everyday driving with poise and a grin, the RC is hard to ignore.

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Costs and Consumption
Price
59,800 - 65,100 £
Price
82,300 - 101,500 £
Consumption L/100km
2.2 L/100km
Consumption L/100km
11.8 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
-
co2
49 g/km
co2
268 g/km
Fuel tank capacity
-
Fuel tank capacity
66 L

Dimensions and Body
Body Type
Coupe
Body Type
Coupe
Seats
4
Seats
4
Doors
-
Doors
3
Curb weight
2,175 kg
Curb weight
1,715 kg
Trunk capacity
290 L
Trunk capacity
366 L
Length
-
Length
4,710 mm
Width
1,861 mm
Width
1,845 mm
Height
-
Height
1,390 mm
Max trunk capacity
-
Max trunk capacity
-
Payload
405 kg
Payload
535 kg

Engine and Performance
Engine Type
Plugin Hybrid
Engine Type
Petrol
Transmission
Automatic
Transmission
Automatic
Transmission Detail
Automatic Gearbox
Transmission Detail
Automatic Gearbox
Drive Type
Rear-Wheel Drive
Drive Type
Rear-Wheel Drive
Power HP
313 HP
Power HP
464 HP
Acceleration 0-100km/h
6.3 s
Acceleration 0-100km/h
4.3 - 4.5 s
Max Speed
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Max Speed
270 km/h
Torque
550 Nm
Torque
520 Nm
Number of Cylinders
4
Number of Cylinders
8
Power kW
230 kW
Power kW
341 kW
Engine capacity
1,999 cm3
Engine capacity
4,969 cm3

General
Model Year
2025
Model Year
2,021 - 2,024
CO2 Efficiency Class
B
CO2 Efficiency Class
G
Brand
Mercedes-Benz
Brand
Lexus
What drive types are available for the Mercedes CLE Coupe?

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

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