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Mercedes CLE Coupe vs Porsche Cayman comparison

Compare performance (472 HP vs 500 HP), boot space and price (46,300 £ vs 136,000 £ ) at a glance. Find out which car is the better choice for you – Mercedes CLE Coupe or Porsche Cayman?

Mercedes CLE Coupe vs Porsche Cayman: Key differences

Mercedes CLE Coupe

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  • considerably cheaper
  • significantly more efficient
  • substantially more trunk space

Porsche Cayman

  • marginally more power
  • markedly quicker 0–100 km/h
  • visibly lighter

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 CLE Coupe is considerably cheaper – starting at 46,300 £ , while the Porsche Cayman costs 136,000 £ . That’s a price difference of around 89,690 £.

Fuel consumption also shows a difference: the Mercedes CLE Coupe uses 2.2 L/100km and is significantly more efficient than the Porsche Cayman with 13 L/100km. The difference is about 10.8 L/100km.

Cayman

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 Porsche Cayman offers marginally more power – delivering 500 HP compared to 472 HP. That’s roughly 28 HP more horsepower.

When accelerating from 0 to 100 km/h, the Porsche Cayman is markedly quicker – completing the sprint in 3.4 s, while the Mercedes CLE Coupe takes 4.2 s. That’s about 0.8 s quicker.

Looking at top speed, the Porsche Cayman is markedly faster – reaching 315 km/h, while the Mercedes CLE Coupe tops out at 250 km/h. The difference is around 65 km/h.

There’s also a difference in torque: the Mercedes CLE Coupe delivers somewhat more torque with 560 Nm compared to 450 Nm. That’s about 110 Nm more.

Space and Everyday Use:

Beyond pure performance, interior space and usability matter most in daily life. This is where you see which car is more practical and versatile.

Seats: Mercedes CLE Coupe offers more seats – 4 vs 2.

In terms of curb weight, Porsche Cayman is visibly lighter – 1,490 kg compared to 1,790 kg. The difference is around 300 kg.

Looking at boot space, the Mercedes CLE Coupe offers substantially more boot space – 420 L compared to 184 L. That’s a difference of about 236 L.

When it comes to payload, the Mercedes CLE Coupe carries significantly more – 475 kg compared to 281 kg. That’s a difference of about 194 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.

from £46,300
CLE Coupe

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/100km
  • Electric Range : 113 km
Mercedes CLE Coupe
Porsche Cayman

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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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Porsche Cayman

The Porsche Cayman stands out as a quintessential sports car, blending sleek design with dynamic handling. Its mid-engine layout provides an excellent balance and sharp agility that driving enthusiasts crave. Inside, the Cayman offers a refined and driver-focused interior, ensuring that every journey is an exhilarating experience.

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Mercedes CLE Coupe
Porsche Cayman

Costs and Consumption

Price
46,300 - 104,000 £
Price
136,000 £
Consumption L/100km
2.2 - 9.4 L/100km
Consumption L/100km
13 L/100km
Consumption kWh/100km
-
Consumption kWh/100km
-
Electric Range
113 km
Electric Range
-
Battery Capacity
-
Battery Capacity
-
co2
49 - 215 g/km
co2
295 g/km
Fuel tank capacity
66 L
Fuel tank capacity
54 L

Dimensions and Body

Body Type
Coupe
Body Type
Coupe
Seats
4
Seats
2
Doors
2
Doors
2
Curb weight
1,790 - 2,175 kg
Curb weight
1,490 kg
Trunk capacity
290 - 420 L
Trunk capacity
184 L
Length
4,850 - 4,853 mm
Length
4,456 mm
Width
1,861 mm
Width
1,822 mm
Height
1,422 - 1,434 mm
Height
1,267 mm
Max trunk capacity
-
Max trunk capacity
272 L
Payload
405 - 475 kg
Payload
281 kg

Engine and Performance

Engine Type
Petrol MHEV, Diesel MHEV, Plugin Hybrid
Engine Type
Petrol
Transmission
Automatic
Transmission
Automatic
Transmission Detail
Automatic Gearbox
Transmission Detail
Dual-Clutch Automatic
Drive Type
All-Wheel Drive, Rear-Wheel Drive
Drive Type
Rear-Wheel Drive
Power HP
193 - 472 HP
Power HP
500 HP
Acceleration 0-100km/h
4.2 - 8.9 s
Acceleration 0-100km/h
3.4 s
Max Speed
225 - 250 km/h
Max Speed
315 km/h
Torque
250 - 560 Nm
Torque
450 Nm
Number of Cylinders
4 - 6
Number of Cylinders
6
Power kW
142 - 347 kW
Power kW
368 kW
Engine capacity
1,993 - 2,999 cm3
Engine capacity
3,996 cm3

General

Model Year
2,023 - 2,025
Model Year
2,021
CO2 Efficiency Class
G, F, E, D, B
CO2 Efficiency Class
G
Brand
Mercedes-Benz
Brand
Porsche
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