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Mercedes CLE Coupe vs Tesla Model Y comparison

Compare performance (472 HP vs 460 HP), boot space and price (46,300 £ vs 34,300 £ ) at a glance. Find out which car is the better choice for you – Mercedes CLE Coupe or Tesla Model Y?

Mercedes CLE Coupe vs Tesla Model Y: Key differences

Mercedes CLE Coupe

5 (1 Reviews)
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  • only slightly more power
  • barely lighter

Tesla Model Y

4.5 (4 Reviews)
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  • visibly cheaper
  • substantially more electric range
  • noticeably quicker 0–100 km/h
  • substantially more trunk space

All details on performance, efficiency, range and trunk space can be found in the technical comparison below – including user reviews for both models.

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.

Tesla Model Y is visibly cheaper – starting at 34,300 £ , while the Mercedes CLE Coupe costs 46,300 £ . That’s a price difference of around 12,061 £.

As for electric range, the Tesla Model Y offers substantially more range – reaching up to 657 km, about 544 km more than the Mercedes CLE Coupe.

Model Y

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 only slightly more power – delivering 472 HP compared to 460 HP. That’s roughly 12 HP more horsepower.

When accelerating from 0 to 100 km/h, the Tesla Model Y is noticeably quicker – completing the sprint in 3.5 s, while the Mercedes CLE Coupe takes 4.2 s. That’s about 0.7 s quicker.

Looking at top speed, the Mercedes CLE Coupe is somewhat faster – reaching 250 km/h, while the Tesla Model Y tops out at 201 km/h. The difference is around 49 km/h.

There’s also a difference in torque: the Tesla Model Y delivers moderately more torque with 660 Nm compared to 560 Nm. That’s about 100 Nm more.

Space and Everyday Use:

Whether family car or daily driver – which one offers more room, flexibility and comfort?

Seats: Tesla Model Y offers more seats – 7 vs 4.

In terms of curb weight, Mercedes CLE Coupe is barely lighter – 1,790 kg compared to 1,953 kg. The difference is around 163 kg.

Looking at boot space, the Tesla Model Y offers substantially more boot space – 822 L compared to 420 L. That’s a difference of about 402 L.

When it comes to payload, the Mercedes CLE Coupe carries very slightly more – 475 kg compared to 472 kg. That’s a difference of about 3 kg.

Who wins the race in the data check?

The Tesla Model Y is far ahead 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 £34,300
Model Y

Tesla Model Y

  • Engine Type : Electric
  • Transmission : Automatic
  • Drive Type : All-Wheel Drive, Rear-Wheel Drive
  • Power HP : 299 - 460 HP
  • Consumption kWh/100km : 12.7 - 16.2 kWh/100km
  • Electric Range : 534 - 657 km
Mercedes CLE Coupe
Tesla Model Y

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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Tesla Model Y

The Tesla Model Y blends SUV practicality with sports-car poke, wrapping a roomy, minimalist cabin and handy hatch into a slick, aerodynamic package that feels more Silicon Valley gadget than garage ornament. It’s an ideal pick for buyers who want effortless electric driving, regular software improvements and access to Tesla’s convenient charging network, though style-conscious shoppers should know it’s more about tech and efficiency than classic luxury.

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Mercedes CLE Coupe
Tesla Model Y

Costs and Consumption

Price
46,300 - 104,000 £
Price
34,300 - 53,100 £
Consumption L/100km
2.2 - 9.4 L/100km
Consumption L/100km
-
Consumption kWh/100km
-
Consumption kWh/100km
12.7 - 16.2 kWh/100km
Electric Range
113 km
Electric Range
534 - 657 km
Battery Capacity
-
Battery Capacity
64.5 - 83 kWh
co2
49 - 215 g/km
co2
0 g/km
Fuel tank capacity
66 L
Fuel tank capacity
-

Dimensions and Body

Body Type
Coupe
Body Type
SUV
Seats
4
Seats
5 - 7
Doors
2
Doors
5
Curb weight
1,790 - 2,175 kg
Curb weight
1,953 - 2,108 kg
Trunk capacity
290 - 420 L
Trunk capacity
822 L
Length
4,850 - 4,853 mm
Length
4,790 - 4,797 mm
Width
1,861 mm
Width
1,920 - 1,921 mm
Height
1,422 - 1,434 mm
Height
1,621 - 1,624 mm
Max trunk capacity
-
Max trunk capacity
2,118 - 2,138 L
Payload
405 - 475 kg
Payload
435 - 472 kg

Engine and Performance

Engine Type
Petrol MHEV, Diesel MHEV, Plugin Hybrid
Engine Type
Electric
Transmission
Automatic
Transmission
Automatic
Transmission Detail
Automatic Gearbox
Transmission Detail
Reduction Gearbox
Drive Type
All-Wheel Drive, Rear-Wheel Drive
Drive Type
All-Wheel Drive, Rear-Wheel Drive
Power HP
193 - 472 HP
Power HP
299 - 460 HP
Acceleration 0-100km/h
4.2 - 8.9 s
Acceleration 0-100km/h
3.5 - 7.2 s
Max Speed
225 - 250 km/h
Max Speed
201 km/h
Torque
250 - 560 Nm
Torque
420 - 660 Nm
Number of Cylinders
4 - 6
Number of Cylinders
-
Power kW
142 - 347 kW
Power kW
220 - 338 kW
Engine capacity
1,993 - 2,999 cm3
Engine capacity
-

General

Model Year
2,023 - 2,025
Model Year
2,025 - 2,026
CO2 Efficiency Class
G, F, E, D, B
CO2 Efficiency Class
A
Brand
Mercedes-Benz
Brand
Tesla
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