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Mercedes CLE Coupe vs Mercedes SL Class - Differences and prices compared
Compare performance (472 HP vs 816 HP), boot space and price (46300 £ vs 112700 £ ) at a glance. Find out which car is the better choice for you – Mercedes CLE Coupe or Mercedes SL Class?
SL Class
Costs and Efficiency:
Looking at overall running costs, both models reveal some interesting differences in everyday economy.
Mercedes CLE Coupe has a convincingly advantage in terms of price – it starts at 46300 £ , while the Mercedes SL Class costs 112700 £ . That’s a price difference of around 66366 £.
Fuel consumption also shows a difference: Mercedes CLE Coupe manages with 2.20 L and is therefore significantly more efficient than the Mercedes SL Class with 9 L. The difference is about 6.80 L per 100 km.
As for electric range, the Mercedes CLE Coupe performs convincingly better – achieving up to 113 km, about 101 km more than the Mercedes SL Class.
SL Class
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 SL Class has a convincingly edge – offering 816 HP compared to 472 HP. That’s roughly 344 HP more horsepower.
In acceleration from 0 to 100 km/h, the Mercedes SL Class is decisively quicker – completing the sprint in 2.90 s, while the Mercedes CLE Coupe takes 4.20 s. That’s about 1.30 s faster.
In terms of top speed, the Mercedes SL Class performs evident better – reaching 317 km/h, while the Mercedes CLE Coupe tops out at 250 km/h. The difference is around 67 km/h.
There’s also a difference in torque: Mercedes SL Class pulls decisively stronger with 1420 Nm compared to 560 Nm. That’s about 860 Nm difference.
SL Class
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 curb weight, Mercedes CLE Coupe is hardly perceptible lighter – 1790 kg compared to 1810 kg. The difference is around 20 kg.
In terms of boot space, the Mercedes CLE Coupe offers convincingly more room – 420 L compared to 240 L. That’s a difference of about 180 L.
When it comes to payload, Mercedes CLE Coupe clearly perceptible takes the win – 475 kg compared to 375 kg. That’s a difference of about 100 kg.
Who wins the race in the data check?
The Mercedes CLE Coupe holds a decisive overall lead 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.
Mercedes CLE Coupe
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Mercedes CLE Coupe
Mercedes CLE Coupe
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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.
detailsMercedes SL Class
The Mercedes SL blends timeless elegance with a cheeky sense of occasion, its retractable roof turning any commute into a small celebratory parade. Behind the wheel it behaves like a grown-up sports car that prefers comfort and presence over headline-grabbing bravado, making it a tempting choice for buyers who want to arrive in style.
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Mercedes CLE Coupe
Mercedes SL Class
Costs and Consumption |
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Price
46300 - 104000 £
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Price
112700 - 219300 £
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Consumption L/100km
2.2 - 9.4 L
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Consumption L/100km
9 - 13.6 L
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Consumption kWh/100km
-
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Consumption kWh/100km
-
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Electric Range
113 km
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Electric Range
12 km
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Battery Capacity
19.50 kWh
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Battery Capacity
-
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co2
49 - 215 g/km
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co2
206 - 309 g/km
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Fuel tank capacity
50 - 66 L
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Fuel tank capacity
70 L
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Dimensions and Body |
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Body Type
Coupe
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Body Type
Roadster
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Seats
4
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Seats
4
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Doors
2
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Doors
2
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Curb weight
1790 - 2175 kg
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Curb weight
1810 - 2195 kg
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Trunk capacity
290 - 420 L
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Trunk capacity
110 - 240 L
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Length
4850 - 4853 mm
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Length
4697 - 4705 mm
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Width
1861 mm
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Width
1915 mm
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Height
1422 - 1434 mm
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Height
1354 - 1359 mm
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Max trunk capacity
-
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Max trunk capacity
-
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Payload
405 - 475 kg
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Payload
145 - 375 kg
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Engine and Performance |
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Engine Type
Petrol MHEV, Diesel MHEV, Plugin Hybrid
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Engine Type
Petrol MHEV, Petrol, Plugin Hybrid
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Transmission
Automatic
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Transmission
Automatic
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Transmission Detail
Automatic Gearbox
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Transmission Detail
Automatic Gearbox
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Drive Type
All-Wheel Drive, Rear-Wheel Drive
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Drive Type
Rear-Wheel Drive, All-Wheel Drive
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Power HP
193 - 472 HP
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Power HP
381 - 816 HP
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Acceleration 0-100km/h
4.2 - 8.9 s
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Acceleration 0-100km/h
2.9 - 4.9 s
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Max Speed
225 - 250 km/h
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Max Speed
260 - 317 km/h
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Torque
250 - 560 Nm
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Torque
480 - 1420 Nm
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Number of Cylinders
4 - 6
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Number of Cylinders
4 - 8
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Power kW
142 - 347 kW
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Power kW
280 - 600 kW
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Engine capacity
1993 - 2999 cm3
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Engine capacity
1991 - 3982 cm3
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General |
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Model Year
2023 - 2025
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Model Year
2025
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CO2 Efficiency Class
G, F, E, D, B
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CO2 Efficiency Class
G
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Brand
Mercedes-Benz
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Brand
Mercedes-Benz
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What drivetrain options does the Mercedes CLE Coupe have?
The Mercedes CLE Coupe is available as All-Wheel Drive or Rear-Wheel Drive.
The prices shown are estimates based on German list prices, adjusted for local VAT. Local registration taxes (e.g. NoVA, BPM or CO2 malus) are not included. This information is not legally binding.