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Mercedes CLE Coupe vs Mercedes C-Class Saloon comparison

Compare performance (313 HP vs 680 HP), boot space and price (59,800 £ vs 41,300 £ ) at a glance. Find out which car is the better choice for you – Mercedes CLE Coupe or Mercedes C-Class Saloon?

Mercedes CLE Coupe vs Mercedes C-Class Saloon: Key differences

Mercedes CLE Coupe

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  • substantially more efficient
  • considerably more electric range
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Mercedes C-Class Saloon

  • considerably cheaper
  • substantially more power
  • clearly quicker 0–100 km/h
  • clearly lighter
  • clearly 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:

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

Mercedes C-Class Saloon is considerably cheaper – starting at 41,300 £ , while the Mercedes CLE Coupe costs 59,800 £ . That’s a price difference of around 18,447 £.

Fuel consumption also shows a difference: the Mercedes CLE Coupe uses 2.2 L/100km and is substantially more efficient than the Mercedes C-Class Saloon with 4.5 L/100km. The difference is about 2.3 L/100km.

As for electric range, the Mercedes CLE Coupe offers considerably more range – reaching up to 113 km, about 102 km more than the Mercedes C-Class Saloon.

C-Class Saloon

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 C-Class Saloon offers substantially more power – delivering 680 HP compared to 313 HP. That’s roughly 367 HP more horsepower.

When accelerating from 0 to 100 km/h, the Mercedes C-Class Saloon is clearly quicker – completing the sprint in 3.4 s, while the Mercedes CLE Coupe takes 6.3 s. That’s about 2.9 s quicker.

There’s also a difference in torque: the Mercedes C-Class Saloon delivers significantly more torque with 1,020 Nm compared to 550 Nm. That’s about 470 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: Mercedes C-Class Saloon offers more seats – 5 vs 4.

In terms of curb weight, Mercedes C-Class Saloon is clearly lighter – 1,695 kg compared to 2,175 kg. The difference is around 480 kg.

Looking at boot space, the Mercedes C-Class Saloon offers clearly more boot space – 455 L compared to 290 L. That’s a difference of about 165 L.

When it comes to payload, the Mercedes C-Class Saloon carries clearly more – 570 kg compared to 405 kg. That’s a difference of about 165 kg.

Who wins the race in the data check?

The Mercedes C-Class Saloon comes out clearly ahead 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 £41,300
C-Class Saloon

Mercedes C-Class Saloon

  • Engine Type Petrol MHEV, Diesel MHEV, Plugin Hybrid
  • Transmission Automatic
  • Drive Type Rear-Wheel Drive, All-Wheel Drive
  • Power HP 183 - 680 HP
  • Consumption L/100km 4.5 - 9 L/100km
  • Electric Range 11 km
Mercedes CLE Coupe
Mercedes C-Class Saloon

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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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Mercedes C-Class Saloon

The Mercedes C‑Class is the compact executive that dresses like it owns the boulevard, with an interior that blends modern elegance and plush comfort to make everyday driving feel unexpectedly special. On the road it pairs poise with a hint of cheeky agility, rewarding drivers who want refinement without forfeiting a touch of fun — and yes, it still looks great in the driveway.

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Mercedes CLE Coupe
Mercedes C-Class Saloon

Costs and Consumption

Price
59,800 - 65,100 £
Price
41,300 - 103,400 £
Consumption L/100km
2.2 L/100km
Consumption L/100km
4.5 - 9 L/100km
Consumption kWh/100km
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Consumption kWh/100km
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Electric Range
113 km
Electric Range
11 km
Battery Capacity
-
Battery Capacity
-
co2
49 g/km
co2
119 - 205 g/km
Fuel tank capacity
-
Fuel tank capacity
-

Dimensions and Body

Body Type
Coupe
Body Type
Sedan
Seats
4
Seats
5
Doors
-
Doors
-
Curb weight
2,175 kg
Curb weight
1,695 - 2,165 kg
Trunk capacity
290 L
Trunk capacity
280 - 455 L
Length
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Length
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Width
1,861 mm
Width
1,820 - 1,900 mm
Height
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Height
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Max trunk capacity
-
Max trunk capacity
-
Payload
405 kg
Payload
485 - 570 kg

Engine and Performance

Engine Type
Plugin Hybrid
Engine Type
Petrol MHEV, Diesel MHEV, Plugin Hybrid
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
183 - 680 HP
Acceleration 0-100km/h
6.3 s
Acceleration 0-100km/h
3.4 - 8.6 s
Max Speed
-
Max Speed
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Torque
550 Nm
Torque
250 - 1,020 Nm
Number of Cylinders
4
Number of Cylinders
4
Power kW
230 kW
Power kW
135 - 500 kW
Engine capacity
1,999 cm3
Engine capacity
1,496 - 1,999 cm3

General

Model Year
2025
Model Year
2,024 - 2,025
CO2 Efficiency Class
B
CO2 Efficiency Class
E, D, G
Brand
Mercedes-Benz
Brand
Mercedes-Benz
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