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Mercedes CLE Coupe vs Suzuki Vitara comparison

Compare performance (313 HP vs 184 HP), boot space and price (59,800 £ vs 23,600 £ ) at a glance. Find out which car is the better choice for you – Mercedes CLE Coupe or Suzuki Vitara?

Mercedes CLE Coupe vs Suzuki Vitara: Key differences

Mercedes CLE Coupe

5 (1 Reviews)
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  • significantly more power
  • considerably more efficient
  • a bit quicker 0–100 km/h
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Suzuki Vitara

4.5 (10 Reviews)
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  • significantly cheaper
  • clearly more electric range
  • significantly lighter
  • clearly 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:

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.

Suzuki Vitara is significantly cheaper – starting at 23,600 £ , while the Mercedes CLE Coupe costs 59,800 £ . That’s a price difference of around 36,201 £.

Fuel consumption also shows a difference: the Mercedes CLE Coupe uses 2.2 L/100km and is considerably more efficient than the Suzuki Vitara with 5.3 L/100km. The difference is about 3.1 L/100km.

As for electric range, the Suzuki Vitara offers clearly more range – reaching up to 426 km, about 313 km more than the Mercedes CLE Coupe.

Vitara

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 significantly more power – delivering 313 HP compared to 184 HP. That’s roughly 129 HP more horsepower.

When accelerating from 0 to 100 km/h, the Mercedes CLE Coupe is a bit quicker – completing the sprint in 6.3 s, while the Suzuki Vitara takes 7.4 s. That’s about 1.1 s quicker.

There’s also a difference in torque: the Mercedes CLE Coupe delivers considerably more torque with 550 Nm compared to 307 Nm. That’s about 243 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 Vitara offers more seats – 5 vs 4.

In terms of curb weight, Suzuki Vitara is significantly lighter – 1,255 kg compared to 2,175 kg. The difference is around 920 kg.

Looking at boot space, the Suzuki Vitara offers clearly more boot space – 375 L compared to 290 L. That’s a difference of about 85 L.

When it comes to payload, the Suzuki Vitara carries barely more – 425 kg compared to 405 kg. That’s a difference of about 20 kg.

Who wins the race in the data check?

The Suzuki Vitara 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 £23,600
Vitara

Suzuki Vitara

  • Engine Type Petrol MHEV, Electric
  • Transmission Automatic, Manuel
  • Drive Type Front-Wheel Drive, All-Wheel Drive
  • Power HP 110 - 184 HP
  • Consumption L/100km 5.3 - 5.8 L/100km
  • Consumption kWh/100km 14.9 - 16.6 kWh/100km
  • Electric Range 344 - 426 km
Mercedes CLE Coupe
Suzuki Vitara

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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 Vitara

The Suzuki Vitara is a practical compact SUV that balances a comfortable, composed ride with easy-to-live-with interior space, making it well suited for daily driving and weekend getaways. It's widely praised for reliable engineering and sensible running costs, offering straightforward value to buyers who want a no-nonsense, economical crossover.

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Mercedes CLE Coupe
Suzuki Vitara

Costs and Consumption

Price
59,800 - 65,100 £
Price
23,600 - 36,800 £
Consumption L/100km
2.2 L/100km
Consumption L/100km
5.3 - 5.8 L/100km
Consumption kWh/100km
-
Consumption kWh/100km
14.9 - 16.6 kWh/100km
Electric Range
113 km
Electric Range
344 - 426 km
Battery Capacity
-
Battery Capacity
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co2
49 g/km
co2
0 - 137 g/km
Fuel tank capacity
-
Fuel tank capacity
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Dimensions and Body

Body Type
Coupe
Body Type
SUV
Seats
4
Seats
5
Doors
-
Doors
-
Curb weight
2,175 kg
Curb weight
1,255 - 1,935 kg
Trunk capacity
290 L
Trunk capacity
310 - 375 L
Length
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Length
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Width
1,861 mm
Width
1,775 - 1,800 mm
Height
-
Height
-
Max trunk capacity
-
Max trunk capacity
-
Payload
405 kg
Payload
395 - 425 kg

Engine and Performance

Engine Type
Plugin Hybrid
Engine Type
Petrol MHEV, Electric
Transmission
Automatic
Transmission
Automatic, Manuel
Transmission Detail
Automatic Gearbox
Transmission Detail
Automatic Gearbox, Reduction Gearbox, Manual Gearbox
Drive Type
Rear-Wheel Drive
Drive Type
Front-Wheel Drive, All-Wheel Drive
Power HP
313 HP
Power HP
110 - 184 HP
Acceleration 0-100km/h
6.3 s
Acceleration 0-100km/h
7.4 - 9.6 s
Max Speed
-
Max Speed
-
Torque
550 Nm
Torque
193 - 307 Nm
Number of Cylinders
4
Number of Cylinders
4
Power kW
230 kW
Power kW
81 - 135 kW
Engine capacity
1,999 cm3
Engine capacity
1,373 cm3

General

Model Year
2025
Model Year
2,025 - 2,026
CO2 Efficiency Class
B
CO2 Efficiency Class
D, E, A
Brand
Mercedes-Benz
Brand
Suzuki
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