VS

Mercedes CLE Coupe vs Nissan Leaf comparison

Compare performance (313 HP vs 217 HP), boot space and price (59,800 £ vs 30,800 £ ) at a glance. Find out which car is the better choice for you – Mercedes CLE Coupe or Nissan Leaf?

Mercedes CLE Coupe vs Nissan Leaf: Key differences

Mercedes CLE Coupe

5 (1 Reviews)
rate
  • visibly more power
  • visibly quicker 0–100 km/h
details

Nissan Leaf

4.4 (2 Reviews)
rate
  • substantially cheaper
  • substantially more electric range
  • slightly lighter
  • visibly more trunk space
details

All details on performance, efficiency, range and trunk space can be found in the technical comparison below – including user reviews for both models.

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.

Nissan Leaf is substantially cheaper – starting at 30,800 £ , while the Mercedes CLE Coupe costs 59,800 £ . That’s a price difference of around 28,958 £.

As for electric range, the Nissan Leaf offers substantially more range – reaching up to 624 km, about 511 km more than the Mercedes CLE Coupe.

Leaf

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 Mercedes CLE Coupe offers visibly more power – delivering 313 HP compared to 217 HP. That’s roughly 96 HP more horsepower.

When accelerating from 0 to 100 km/h, the Mercedes CLE Coupe is visibly quicker – completing the sprint in 6.3 s, while the Nissan Leaf takes 7.6 s. That’s about 1.3 s quicker.

There’s also a difference in torque: the Mercedes CLE Coupe delivers visibly more torque with 550 Nm compared to 355 Nm. That’s about 195 Nm more.

Space and Everyday Use:

Whether family car or daily driver – which one offers more room, flexibility and comfort?

Seats: Nissan Leaf offers more seats – 5 vs 4.

In terms of curb weight, Nissan Leaf is slightly lighter – 1,864 kg compared to 2,175 kg. The difference is around 311 kg.

Looking at boot space, the Nissan Leaf offers visibly more boot space – 437 L compared to 290 L. That’s a difference of about 147 L.

When it comes to payload, the Nissan Leaf carries only slightly more – 444 kg compared to 405 kg. That’s a difference of about 39 kg.

Who wins the race in the data check?

The Nissan Leaf 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.

from £30,800
Leaf

Nissan Leaf

  • Engine Type Electric
  • Transmission Automatic
  • Drive Type Front-Wheel Drive
  • Power HP 176 - 217 HP
  • Consumption kWh/100km 13.7 - 13.8 kWh/100km
  • Electric Range 436 - 624 km
Mercedes CLE Coupe
Nissan Leaf

Costs and Consumption

View detailed analysis

Engine and Performance

View detailed analysis

Dimensions and Body

View detailed analysis

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.

details

Nissan Leaf

The Nissan Leaf is a practical, easygoing electric hatch that turns daily commutes into a quiet, effortless affair while offering more cabin space than it lets on. It’s a sensible, wallet-friendly step into electrification for buyers who value comfort and simplicity over sporty drama, though those chasing long-distance thrills might look elsewhere.

details
Mercedes CLE Coupe
Nissan Leaf

Costs and Consumption

Price
59,800 - 65,100 £
Price
30,800 - 41,100 £
Consumption L/100km
2.2 L/100km
Consumption L/100km
-
Consumption kWh/100km
-
Consumption kWh/100km
13.7 - 13.8 kWh/100km
Electric Range
113 km
Electric Range
436 - 624 km
Battery Capacity
-
Battery Capacity
-
co2
49 g/km
co2
0 g/km
Fuel tank capacity
-
Fuel tank capacity
-

Dimensions and Body

Body Type
Coupe
Body Type
Hatchback
Seats
4
Seats
5
Doors
-
Doors
-
Curb weight
2,175 kg
Curb weight
1,864 - 1,956 kg
Trunk capacity
290 L
Trunk capacity
437 L
Length
-
Length
-
Width
1,861 mm
Width
1,810 mm
Height
-
Height
-
Max trunk capacity
-
Max trunk capacity
-
Payload
405 kg
Payload
441 - 444 kg

Engine and Performance

Engine Type
Plugin Hybrid
Engine Type
Electric
Transmission
Automatic
Transmission
Automatic
Transmission Detail
Automatic Gearbox
Transmission Detail
Reduction Gearbox
Drive Type
Rear-Wheel Drive
Drive Type
Front-Wheel Drive
Power HP
313 HP
Power HP
176 - 217 HP
Acceleration 0-100km/h
6.3 s
Acceleration 0-100km/h
7.6 - 8.3 s
Max Speed
-
Max Speed
-
Torque
550 Nm
Torque
345 - 355 Nm
Number of Cylinders
4
Number of Cylinders
-
Power kW
230 kW
Power kW
130 - 160 kW
Engine capacity
1,999 cm3
Engine capacity
-

General

Model Year
2025
Model Year
2026
CO2 Efficiency Class
B
CO2 Efficiency Class
A
Brand
Mercedes-Benz
Brand
Nissan
DriveDuel uses data analysis and artificial intelligence to evaluate vehicle data and create content. Content is regularly reviewed and improved. The displayed prices are estimates based on German list prices, adjusted to the respective country’s VAT. Country-specific registration taxes are not included. This information is not legally binding.