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Mercedes CLE Coupe vs Vauxhall Astra – Which one offers the better deal?

Two cars, one duel: Mercedes CLE Coupe meets Vauxhall Astra.
Which one wins in performance, efficiency and value for money? Find out now!

Here’s where it gets real: The technical differences in detail

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Costs and Efficiency:

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

Vauxhall Astra has a decisively advantage in terms of price – it starts at 25200 £, while the Mercedes CLE Coupe costs 46300 £. That’s a price difference of around 21147 £.

Both cars consume an average of 2.20 L per 100 km – no difference here.

As for range, the Vauxhall Astra performs convincingly better – achieving up to 419 km, about 306 km more than the Mercedes CLE Coupe.

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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 Mercedes CLE Coupe has a significantly edge – offering 472 HP compared to 225 HP. That’s roughly 247 HP more horsepower.

In acceleration from 0 to 100 km/h, the Mercedes CLE Coupe is significantly quicker – completing the sprint in 4.20 s, while the Vauxhall Astra takes 7.50 s. That’s about 3.30 s faster.

In terms of top speed, the Mercedes CLE Coupe performs slight better – reaching 250 km/h, while the Vauxhall Astra tops out at 235 km/h. The difference is around 15 km/h.

There’s also a difference in torque: Mercedes CLE Coupe pulls evident stronger with 560 Nm compared to 360 Nm. That’s about 200 Nm difference.

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Space and Everyday Use:

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

Seats: Vauxhall Astra offers a bit more seating capacity – 5 vs 4.

In curb weight, Vauxhall Astra is distinct lighter – 1341 kg compared to 1790 kg. The difference is around 449 kg.

In terms of boot space, the Vauxhall Astra offers slight more room – 422 L compared to 420 L. That’s a difference of about 2 L.

When it comes to payload, Vauxhall Astra minimal takes the win – 509 kg compared to 475 kg. That’s a difference of about 34 kg.

Who comes out on top?

Overall, the Mercedes CLE Coupe shows itself to be offers a more balanced package and secures the title of DriveDuel Champion.
It convinces with the more balanced overall package and proves to be the more versatile choice for everyday use.

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Mercedes CLE Coupe

  • Engine Type : Petrol MHEV, Diesel MHEV, Plugin Hybrid
  • Transmission : Automatic
  • Drive Type : All-Wheel Drive, Rear-Wheel Drive
  • Power HP : 193 - 472 HP
  • Consumption L/100km : 2.2 - 9.4 L
  • Electric Range : 113 km

Mercedes CLE Coupe

The Mercedes-Benz CLE Coupe elegantly combines the sophistication of classic design with contemporary innovation, offering drivers a uniquely refined experience. Its streamlined silhouette and luxurious interior are complemented by cutting-edge technology, ensuring both comfort and connectivity on every journey. This model exemplifies the harmonious blend of performance and style, making it a standout choice in the realm of luxury vehicles.

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Vauxhall Astra

The Opel Astra exudes a sleek and modern design, making it a standout choice in the compact car segment. Its interior is thoughtfully crafted, providing both comfort and cutting-edge technology for an enhanced driving experience. The vehicle is also celebrated for its efficient performance, adeptly balancing power with fuel economy to suit urban and long-distance journeys alike.

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Mercedes CLE Coupe
Vauxhall Astra
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Costs and Consumption

Price
46300 - 104000 £
Price
25200 - 40500 £
Consumption L/100km
2.2 - 9.4 L
Consumption L/100km
2.2 - 6 L
Consumption kWh/100km
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Consumption kWh/100km
15.40 kWh
Electric Range
113 km
Electric Range
82 - 419 km
Battery Capacity
19.50 kWh
Battery Capacity
51 kWh
co2
49 - 215 g/km
co2
0 - 135 g/km
Fuel tank capacity
50 - 66 L
Fuel tank capacity
42 - 52 L

Dimensions and Body

Body Type
Coupe
Body Type
Hatchback
Seats
4
Seats
5
Doors
2
Doors
5
Curb weight
1790 - 2175 kg
Curb weight
1341 - 1736 kg
Trunk capacity
290 - 420 L
Trunk capacity
352 - 422 L
Length
4850 - 4853 mm
Length
4374 mm
Width
1861 mm
Width
1860 mm
Height
1422 - 1434 mm
Height
1432 - 1488 mm
Max trunk capacity
-
Max trunk capacity
1268 - 1339 L
Payload
405 - 475 kg
Payload
414 - 509 kg

Engine and Performance

Engine Type
Petrol MHEV, Diesel MHEV, Plugin Hybrid
Engine Type
Petrol, Diesel, Electric, Petrol MHEV, Plugin Hybrid
Transmission
Automatic
Transmission
Manuel, Automatic
Transmission Detail
Automatic Gearbox
Transmission Detail
Manual Gearbox, Automatic Gearbox, Reduction Gearbox, Dual-Clutch Automatic
Drive Type
All-Wheel Drive, Rear-Wheel Drive
Drive Type
Front-Wheel Drive
Power HP
193 - 472 HP
Power HP
130 - 225 HP
Acceleration 0-100km/h
4.2 - 8.9 s
Acceleration 0-100km/h
7.5 - 10.6 s
Max Speed
225 - 250 km/h
Max Speed
170 - 235 km/h
Torque
250 - 560 Nm
Torque
230 - 360 Nm
Number of Cylinders
4 - 6
Number of Cylinders
3 - 4
Power kW
142 - 347 kW
Power kW
96 - 165 kW
Engine capacity
1993 - 2999 cm3
Engine capacity
1199 - 1598 cm3

General

Model Year
2023 - 2025
Model Year
2023 - 2025
CO2 Efficiency Class
G, F, E, D, B
CO2 Efficiency Class
D, A, C, B
Brand
Mercedes-Benz
Brand
Vauxhall
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 and data displayed are estimates based on German list prices and may vary by country. This information is not legally binding.