Compare performance (313 HP vs 136 HP), boot space and price (59,800 £ vs 35,100 £ ) at a glance. Find out which car is the better choice for you – Mercedes CLE Coupe or Subaru Forester?
All details on performance, efficiency, range and trunk space can be found in the technical comparison below – including user reviews for both models.
Price and efficiency are often the first things buyers look at. Here it becomes clear which model has the long-term edge – whether at the pump, the plug, or in purchase price.
Subaru Forester is clearly cheaper – starting at 35,100 £ , while the Mercedes CLE Coupe costs 59,800 £ . That’s a price difference of around 24,638 £.
Fuel consumption also shows a difference: the Mercedes CLE Coupe uses 2.2 L/100km and is clearly more efficient than the Subaru Forester with 8.1 L/100km. The difference is about 5.9 L/100km.
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 136 HP. That’s roughly 177 HP more horsepower.
When accelerating from 0 to 100 km/h, the Mercedes CLE Coupe is substantially quicker – completing the sprint in 6.3 s, while the Subaru Forester takes 12.2 s. That’s about 5.9 s quicker.
There’s also a difference in torque: the Mercedes CLE Coupe delivers substantially more torque with 550 Nm compared to 182 Nm. That’s about 368 Nm more.
Whether family car or daily driver – which one offers more room, flexibility and comfort?
Seats: Subaru Forester offers more seats – 5 vs 4.
In terms of curb weight, Subaru Forester is clearly lighter – 1,693 kg compared to 2,175 kg. The difference is around 482 kg.
Looking at boot space, the Subaru Forester offers clearly more boot space – 508 L compared to 290 L. That’s a difference of about 218 L.
When it comes to payload, the Subaru Forester carries moderately more – 492 kg compared to 405 kg. That’s a difference of about 87 kg.
The Mercedes CLE Coupe is decisively ahead 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.
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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The Subaru Forester is a practical all-rounder that quietly does everything right, with roomy comfort, excellent visibility and a real fondness for weekend adventures off the beaten path. It won't set your pulse racing like a sports car, but for buyers who prize reliability, safety and sensible charm, it's a brilliantly steady companion with a cheeky streak.
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Price
59,800 - 65,100 £
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Price
35,100 - 42,800 £
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Consumption L/100km
2.2 L/100km
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Consumption L/100km
8.1 L/100km
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Consumption kWh/100km
-
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Consumption kWh/100km
-
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Electric Range
113 km
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Electric Range
-
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Battery Capacity
-
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Battery Capacity
-
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co2
49 g/km
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co2
183 g/km
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Fuel tank capacity
-
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Fuel tank capacity
-
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Dimensions and Body |
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Body Type
Coupe
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Body Type
SUV
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Seats
4
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Seats
5
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Doors
-
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Doors
-
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Curb weight
2,175 kg
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Curb weight
1,693 - 1,739 kg
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Trunk capacity
290 L
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Trunk capacity
508 L
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Length
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Length
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Width
1,861 mm
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Width
1,830 mm
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Height
-
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Height
-
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Max trunk capacity
-
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Max trunk capacity
-
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Payload
405 kg
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Payload
446 - 492 kg
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Engine and Performance |
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Engine Type
Plugin Hybrid
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Engine Type
Petrol MHEV
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Transmission
Automatic
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Transmission
Automatic
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Transmission Detail
Automatic Gearbox
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Transmission Detail
CVT
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Drive Type
Rear-Wheel Drive
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Drive Type
All-Wheel Drive
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Power HP
313 HP
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Power HP
136 HP
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Acceleration 0-100km/h
6.3 s
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Acceleration 0-100km/h
12.2 s
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Max Speed
-
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Max Speed
-
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Torque
550 Nm
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Torque
182 Nm
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Number of Cylinders
4
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Number of Cylinders
4
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Power kW
230 kW
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Power kW
100 kW
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Engine capacity
1,999 cm3
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Engine capacity
1,995 cm3
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General |
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Model Year
2025
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Model Year
2025
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CO2 Efficiency Class
B
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CO2 Efficiency Class
G
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Brand
Mercedes-Benz
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Brand
Subaru
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