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Mercedes CLE Coupe vs Renault Captur comparison

Compare performance (313 HP vs 158 HP), boot space and price (59,800 £ vs 21,400 £ ) at a glance. Find out which car is the better choice for you – Mercedes CLE Coupe or Renault Captur?

Mercedes CLE Coupe vs Renault Captur: Key differences

Mercedes CLE Coupe

5 (1 Reviews)
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  • clearly more power
  • significantly more efficient
  • clearly quicker 0–100 km/h
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Renault Captur

4.8 (7 Reviews)
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  • considerably cheaper
  • clearly lighter
  • visibly 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.

By Achim Sedelmaier

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

CLE Coupe

Costs and Efficiency:

When it comes to price and running costs, the biggest differences usually appear. This is often where you see which car fits your budget better in the long run.

Renault Captur is considerably cheaper – starting at 21,400 £ , while the Mercedes CLE Coupe costs 59,800 £ . That’s a price difference of around 38,387 £.

Fuel consumption also shows a difference: the Mercedes CLE Coupe uses 2.2 L/100km and is significantly more efficient than the Renault Captur with 4.4 L/100km. The difference is about 2.2 L/100km.

Captur

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 clearly more power – delivering 313 HP compared to 158 HP. That’s roughly 155 HP more horsepower.

When accelerating from 0 to 100 km/h, the Mercedes CLE Coupe is clearly quicker – completing the sprint in 6.3 s, while the Renault Captur takes 8.9 s. That’s about 2.6 s quicker.

There’s also a difference in torque: the Mercedes CLE Coupe delivers significantly more torque with 550 Nm compared to 265 Nm. That’s about 285 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: Renault Captur offers more seats – 5 vs 4.

In terms of curb weight, Renault Captur is clearly lighter – 1,323 kg compared to 2,175 kg. The difference is around 852 kg.

Looking at boot space, the Renault Captur offers visibly more boot space – 422 L compared to 290 L. That’s a difference of about 132 L.

When it comes to payload, the Renault Captur carries a bit more – 453 kg compared to 405 kg. That’s a difference of about 48 kg.

Who wins the race in the data check?

The Mercedes CLE Coupe is clearly superior overall 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 £59,800
CLE Coupe

Mercedes CLE Coupe

  • Engine Type Plugin Hybrid
  • Transmission Automatic
  • Drive Type Rear-Wheel Drive
  • Power HP 313 HP
  • Consumption L/100km 2.2 L/100km
  • Electric Range 113 km
Mercedes CLE Coupe
Renault Captur

Costs and Consumption

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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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Renault Captur

The Renault Captur is a stylish and practical compact crossover that combines a high seating position and easy manoeuvrability with a comfortable, well‑equipped cabin. Its flexible interior layout and modern infotainment make it a sensible, polished choice for city drivers and small families.

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Mercedes CLE Coupe
Renault Captur

Costs and Consumption

Price
59,800 - 65,100 £
Price
21,400 - 28,600 £
Consumption L/100km
2.2 L/100km
Consumption L/100km
4.4 - 6 L/100km
Consumption kWh/100km
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Consumption kWh/100km
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Electric Range
113 km
Electric Range
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Battery Capacity
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Battery Capacity
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co2
49 g/km
co2
100 - 137 g/km
Fuel tank capacity
-
Fuel tank capacity
-

Dimensions and Body

Body Type
Coupe
Body Type
SUV
Seats
4
Seats
5
Doors
-
Doors
-
Curb weight
2,175 kg
Curb weight
1,323 - 1,441 kg
Trunk capacity
290 L
Trunk capacity
326 - 422 L
Length
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Length
-
Width
1,861 mm
Width
1,797 mm
Height
-
Height
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Max trunk capacity
-
Max trunk capacity
-
Payload
405 kg
Payload
447 - 453 kg

Engine and Performance

Engine Type
Plugin Hybrid
Engine Type
Full Hybrid, Petrol, Petrol MHEV
Transmission
Automatic
Transmission
Automatic, Manuel
Transmission Detail
Automatic Gearbox
Transmission Detail
Automatic Gearbox, Manual Gearbox, Dual-Clutch Automatic
Drive Type
Rear-Wheel Drive
Drive Type
Front-Wheel Drive
Power HP
313 HP
Power HP
115 - 158 HP
Acceleration 0-100km/h
6.3 s
Acceleration 0-100km/h
8.9 - 12.3 s
Max Speed
-
Max Speed
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Torque
550 Nm
Torque
160 - 265 Nm
Number of Cylinders
4
Number of Cylinders
3 - 4
Power kW
230 kW
Power kW
84 - 116 kW
Engine capacity
1,999 cm3
Engine capacity
1,199 - 1,789 cm3

General

Model Year
2025
Model Year
2025
CO2 Efficiency Class
B
CO2 Efficiency Class
C, D, E
Brand
Mercedes-Benz
Brand
Renault
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