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Mercedes CLE Coupe vs NIO EL6 comparison

Compare performance (313 HP vs 490 HP), boot space and price (59,800 £ vs 45,900 £ ) at a glance. Find out which car is the better choice for you – Mercedes CLE Coupe or NIO EL6?

Mercedes CLE Coupe vs NIO EL6: Key differences

Mercedes CLE Coupe

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  • barely lighter
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NIO EL6

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  • markedly cheaper
  • visibly more power
  • significantly more electric range
  • clearly quicker 0–100 km/h
  • clearly more trunk space
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All details on performance, efficiency, range and trunk space can be found in the technical comparison below – including user reviews for both models.

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.

NIO EL6 is markedly cheaper – starting at 45,900 £ , while the Mercedes CLE Coupe costs 59,800 £ . That’s a price difference of around 13,915 £.

As for electric range, the NIO EL6 offers significantly more range – reaching up to 529 km, about 416 km more than the Mercedes CLE Coupe.

EL6

Engine and Performance:

Under the bonnet, it becomes clear which model is tuned for sportiness and which one takes the lead when you hit the accelerator.

When it comes to engine power, the NIO EL6 offers visibly more power – delivering 490 HP compared to 313 HP. That’s roughly 177 HP more horsepower.

When accelerating from 0 to 100 km/h, the NIO EL6 is clearly quicker – completing the sprint in 4.5 s, while the Mercedes CLE Coupe takes 6.3 s. That’s about 1.8 s quicker.

There’s also a difference in torque: the NIO EL6 delivers noticeably more torque with 700 Nm compared to 550 Nm. That’s about 150 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: NIO EL6 offers more seats – 5 vs 4.

In terms of curb weight, Mercedes CLE Coupe is barely lighter – 2,175 kg compared to 2,215 kg. The difference is around 40 kg.

Looking at boot space, the NIO EL6 offers clearly more boot space – 597 L compared to 290 L. That’s a difference of about 307 L.

When it comes to payload, the NIO EL6 carries a bit more – 475 kg compared to 405 kg. That’s a difference of about 70 kg.

Who wins the race in the data check?

The NIO EL6 stands well ahead of its rival 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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EL6

NIO EL6

  • Engine Type Electric
  • Transmission Automatic
  • Drive Type All-Wheel Drive
  • Power HP 490 HP
  • Consumption kWh/100km 20.4 - 21.2 kWh/100km
  • Electric Range 406 - 529 km
Mercedes CLE Coupe
NIO EL6

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Dimensions and Body

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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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NIO EL6

The NIO EL6 blends coupe-like styling with a spacious, tech-packed cabin that makes it feel more premium than its price tag suggests. It steers with quiet confidence and clever conveniences — including NIO's battery-swap option — so long trips start to feel like pure driving pleasure rather than logistical planning.

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Mercedes CLE Coupe
NIO EL6

Costs and Consumption

Price
59,800 - 65,100 £
Price
45,900 - 63,900 £
Consumption L/100km
2.2 L/100km
Consumption L/100km
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Consumption kWh/100km
-
Consumption kWh/100km
20.4 - 21.2 kWh/100km
Electric Range
113 km
Electric Range
406 - 529 km
Battery Capacity
-
Battery Capacity
73.5 - 90 kWh
co2
49 g/km
co2
0 g/km
Fuel tank capacity
-
Fuel tank capacity
-

Dimensions and Body

Body Type
Coupe
Body Type
SUV
Seats
4
Seats
5
Doors
-
Doors
5
Curb weight
2,175 kg
Curb weight
2,215 - 2,235 kg
Trunk capacity
290 L
Trunk capacity
597 L
Length
-
Length
4,854 mm
Width
1,861 mm
Width
1,987 mm
Height
-
Height
1,703 mm
Max trunk capacity
-
Max trunk capacity
1,430 L
Payload
405 kg
Payload
455 - 475 kg

Engine and Performance

Engine Type
Plug-in Hybrid
Engine Type
Electric
Transmission
Automatic
Transmission
Automatic
Transmission Detail
Automatic Gearbox
Transmission Detail
Reduction Gearbox
Drive Type
Rear-Wheel Drive
Drive Type
All-Wheel Drive
Power HP
313 HP
Power HP
490 HP
Acceleration 0-100km/h
6.3 s
Acceleration 0-100km/h
4.5 s
Max Speed
-
Max Speed
200 km/h
Torque
550 Nm
Torque
700 Nm
Number of Cylinders
4
Number of Cylinders
-
Power kW
230 kW
Power kW
360 kW
Engine capacity
1,999 cm3
Engine capacity
-

General

Model Year
2025
Model Year
2023
CO2 Efficiency Class
B
CO2 Efficiency Class
A
Brand
Mercedes-Benz
Brand
NIO
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