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Mercedes CLE Coupe vs Suzuki Ignis comparison

Compare performance (313 HP vs 83 HP), boot space and price (59,800 £ vs 15,600 £ ) at a glance. Find out which car is the better choice for you – Mercedes CLE Coupe or Suzuki Ignis?

Mercedes CLE Coupe vs Suzuki Ignis: Key differences

Mercedes CLE Coupe

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  • clearly more power
  • substantially more efficient
  • considerably quicker 0–100 km/h
  • only slightly more trunk space
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Suzuki Ignis

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  • considerably cheaper
  • significantly lighter
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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.

Suzuki Ignis is considerably cheaper – starting at 15,600 £ , while the Mercedes CLE Coupe costs 59,800 £ . That’s a price difference of around 44,164 £.

Fuel consumption also shows a difference: the Mercedes CLE Coupe uses 2.2 L/100km and is substantially more efficient than the Suzuki Ignis with 4.9 L/100km. The difference is about 2.7 L/100km.

Ignis

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 offers clearly more power – delivering 313 HP compared to 83 HP. That’s roughly 230 HP more horsepower.

When accelerating from 0 to 100 km/h, the Mercedes CLE Coupe is considerably quicker – completing the sprint in 6.3 s, while the Suzuki Ignis takes 12.7 s. That’s about 6.4 s quicker.

There’s also a difference in torque: the Mercedes CLE Coupe delivers significantly more torque with 550 Nm compared to 107 Nm. That’s about 443 Nm more.

Space and Everyday Use:

Cabin size, boot volume and payload all play a role in everyday practicality. Here, comfort and flexibility make the difference.

Seats: Suzuki Ignis offers more seats – 5 vs 4.

In terms of curb weight, Suzuki Ignis is significantly lighter – 935 kg compared to 2,175 kg. The difference is around 1,240 kg.

Looking at boot space, the Mercedes CLE Coupe offers only slightly more boot space – 290 L compared to 267 L. That’s a difference of about 23 L.

When it comes to payload, the Mercedes CLE Coupe carries only slightly more – 405 kg compared to 395 kg. That’s a difference of about 10 kg.

Who wins the race in the data check?

The Mercedes CLE Coupe stands well ahead of its rival 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
Suzuki Ignis

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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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Suzuki Ignis

The Suzuki Ignis is a cheeky compact crossover that turns city chores into cheerful adventures, with chunky styling and a surprisingly practical cabin. It won't pretend to be a sports car, but its nimble manners, low running costs and ample personality make it an ideal pick for urban buyers who want fun without pretension.

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Mercedes CLE Coupe
Suzuki Ignis

Costs and Consumption

Price
59,800 - 65,100 £
Price
15,600 - 19,500 £
Consumption L/100km
2.2 L/100km
Consumption L/100km
4.9 - 5.4 L/100km
Consumption kWh/100km
-
Consumption kWh/100km
-
Electric Range
113 km
Electric Range
-
Battery Capacity
-
Battery Capacity
-
co2
49 g/km
co2
110 - 122 g/km
Fuel tank capacity
-
Fuel tank capacity
30 - 32 L

Dimensions and Body

Body Type
Coupe
Body Type
SUV
Seats
4
Seats
4 - 5
Doors
-
Doors
5
Curb weight
2,175 kg
Curb weight
935 - 995 kg
Trunk capacity
290 L
Trunk capacity
204 - 267 L
Length
-
Length
3,700 mm
Width
1,861 mm
Width
1,690 mm
Height
-
Height
1,605 mm
Max trunk capacity
-
Max trunk capacity
1,086 - 1,100 L
Payload
405 kg
Payload
335 - 395 kg

Engine and Performance

Engine Type
Plugin Hybrid
Engine Type
Petrol MHEV
Transmission
Automatic
Transmission
Manuel, Automatic
Transmission Detail
Automatic Gearbox
Transmission Detail
Manual Gearbox, CVT
Drive Type
Rear-Wheel Drive
Drive Type
Front-Wheel Drive, All-Wheel Drive
Power HP
313 HP
Power HP
83 HP
Acceleration 0-100km/h
6.3 s
Acceleration 0-100km/h
12.7 - 12.8 s
Max Speed
-
Max Speed
155 - 165 km/h
Torque
550 Nm
Torque
107 Nm
Number of Cylinders
4
Number of Cylinders
4
Power kW
230 kW
Power kW
61 kW
Engine capacity
1,999 cm3
Engine capacity
1,197 cm3

General

Model Year
2025
Model Year
2020
CO2 Efficiency Class
B
CO2 Efficiency Class
C, D
Brand
Mercedes-Benz
Brand
Suzuki
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