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Mercedes CLE Coupe vs Toyota Corolla comparison

Compare performance (313 HP vs 178 HP), boot space and price (59,800 £ vs 28,600 £ ) at a glance. Find out which car is the better choice for you – Mercedes CLE Coupe or Toyota Corolla?

Mercedes CLE Coupe vs Toyota Corolla: Key differences

Mercedes CLE Coupe

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  • significantly more power
  • clearly more efficient
  • somewhat quicker 0–100 km/h
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Toyota Corolla

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  • clearly cheaper
  • considerably lighter
  • moderately 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 key factors when choosing a car – and this is often where the real differences emerge.

Toyota Corolla is clearly cheaper – starting at 28,600 £ , while the Mercedes CLE Coupe costs 59,800 £ . That’s a price difference of around 31,195 £.

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

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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 significantly more power – delivering 313 HP compared to 178 HP. That’s roughly 135 HP more horsepower.

When accelerating from 0 to 100 km/h, the Mercedes CLE Coupe is somewhat quicker – completing the sprint in 6.3 s, while the Toyota Corolla takes 7.5 s. That’s about 1.2 s quicker.

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: Toyota Corolla offers more seats – 5 vs 4.

In terms of curb weight, Toyota Corolla is considerably lighter – 1,420 kg compared to 2,175 kg. The difference is around 755 kg.

Looking at boot space, the Toyota Corolla offers moderately more boot space – 361 L compared to 290 L. That’s a difference of about 71 L.

When it comes to payload, the Toyota Corolla carries only slightly more – 450 kg compared to 405 kg. That’s a difference of about 45 kg.

Who wins the race in the data check?

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.

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
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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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Toyota Corolla

The Corolla is a reliable, no-nonsense compact car known for its practicality and composed ride. It’s economical to run, easy to maintain, and suits daily commuting while holding its value well.

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Excellent car, very good suspension comfort, winter consumption 4.2, summer 3.7, 40,000 km, no problems

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Mercedes CLE Coupe
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Costs and Consumption
Price
59,800 - 65,100 £
Price
28,600 - 34,900 £
Consumption L/100km
2.2 L/100km
Consumption L/100km
4.4 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
-
Battery Capacity
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co2
49 g/km
co2
100 g/km
Fuel tank capacity
-
Fuel tank capacity
43 L

Dimensions and Body
Body Type
Coupe
Body Type
Hatchback
Seats
4
Seats
5
Doors
-
Doors
5
Curb weight
2,175 kg
Curb weight
1,420 - 1,460 kg
Trunk capacity
290 L
Trunk capacity
313 - 361 L
Length
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Length
4,370 mm
Width
1,861 mm
Width
1,790 mm
Height
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Height
1,435 mm
Max trunk capacity
-
Max trunk capacity
1,004 - 1,052 L
Payload
405 kg
Payload
400 - 450 kg

Engine and Performance
Engine Type
Plugin Hybrid
Engine Type
Full Hybrid
Transmission
Automatic
Transmission
Automatic
Transmission Detail
Automatic Gearbox
Transmission Detail
CVT
Drive Type
Rear-Wheel Drive
Drive Type
Front-Wheel Drive
Power HP
313 HP
Power HP
140 - 178 HP
Acceleration 0-100km/h
6.3 s
Acceleration 0-100km/h
7.5 - 9.2 s
Max Speed
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Max Speed
180 km/h
Torque
550 Nm
Torque
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Number of Cylinders
4
Number of Cylinders
4
Power kW
230 kW
Power kW
103 - 131 kW
Engine capacity
1,999 cm3
Engine capacity
1,798 - 1,987 cm3

General
Model Year
2025
Model Year
2025
CO2 Efficiency Class
B
CO2 Efficiency Class
C
Brand
Mercedes-Benz
Brand
Toyota
What drive types are available for the Mercedes CLE Coupe?

The Mercedes CLE Coupe is offered with Rear-Wheel Drive.

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