Compare performance (472 HP vs 340 HP), boot space and price (46300 £ vs 34600 £ ) at a glance. Find out which car is the better choice for you – Mercedes CLE Coupe or VW ID.4?
Looking at overall running costs, both models reveal some interesting differences in everyday economy.
VW ID.4 has a clearly perceptible advantage in terms of price – it starts at 34600 £ , while the Mercedes CLE Coupe costs 46300 £ . That’s a price difference of around 11766 £.
As for electric range, the VW ID.4 performs clearly better – achieving up to 569 km, about 456 km more than the Mercedes CLE Coupe.
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 has a noticeable edge – offering 472 HP compared to 340 HP. That’s roughly 132 HP more horsepower.
In acceleration from 0 to 100 km/h, the Mercedes CLE Coupe is distinct quicker – completing the sprint in 4.20 s, while the VW ID.4 takes 5.40 s. That’s about 1.20 s faster.
In terms of top speed, the Mercedes CLE Coupe performs clearly perceptible better – reaching 250 km/h, while the VW ID.4 tops out at 180 km/h. The difference is around 70 km/h.
There’s also a difference in torque: VW ID.4 pulls a bit stronger with 679 Nm compared to 560 Nm. That’s about 119 Nm difference.
Cabin size, boot volume and payload all play a role in everyday practicality. Here, comfort and flexibility make the difference.
Seats: VW ID.4 offers to a small extent more seating capacity – 5 vs 4.
In curb weight, Mercedes CLE Coupe is slightly lighter – 1790 kg compared to 1975 kg. The difference is around 185 kg.
In terms of boot space, the VW ID.4 offers noticeable more room – 543 L compared to 420 L. That’s a difference of about 123 L.
When it comes to payload, VW ID.4 slightly takes the win – 551 kg compared to 475 kg. That’s a difference of about 76 kg.
The VW ID.4 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.
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.
detailsThe VW ID.4 is a calm, roomy electric SUV that turns everyday driving into a quietly confident experience, its practical packaging and smooth manners tailored perfectly for family life. Volkswagen's solid build and intuitive interior tech mean you get electric practicality without the sci‑fi theatrics, making the ID.4 a sensible, surprisingly likable choice for most buyers.
detailsCosts and Consumption |
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Price
46300 - 104000 £
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Price
34600 - 47200 £
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Consumption L/100km
2.2 - 9.4 L
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Consumption L/100km
-
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Consumption kWh/100km
-
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Consumption kWh/100km
15.6 - 17 kWh
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Electric Range
113 km
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Electric Range
356 - 569 km
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Battery Capacity
19.50 kWh
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Battery Capacity
52 - 77 kWh
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co2
49 - 215 g/km
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co2
0 g/km
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Fuel tank capacity
50 - 66 L
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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
2
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Doors
5
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Curb weight
1790 - 2175 kg
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Curb weight
1975 - 2248 kg
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Trunk capacity
290 - 420 L
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Trunk capacity
543 L
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Length
4850 - 4853 mm
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Length
4582 - 4584 mm
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Width
1861 mm
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Width
1852 mm
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Height
1422 - 1434 mm
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Height
1619 - 1634 mm
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Max trunk capacity
-
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Max trunk capacity
1575 L
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Payload
405 - 475 kg
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Payload
515 - 551 kg
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Engine and Performance |
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Engine Type
Petrol MHEV, Diesel MHEV, Plugin Hybrid
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Engine Type
Electric
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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
Reduction Gearbox
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Drive Type
All-Wheel Drive, Rear-Wheel Drive
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Drive Type
Rear-Wheel Drive, All-Wheel Drive
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Power HP
193 - 472 HP
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Power HP
170 - 340 HP
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Acceleration 0-100km/h
4.2 - 8.9 s
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Acceleration 0-100km/h
5.4 - 9 s
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Max Speed
225 - 250 km/h
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Max Speed
160 - 180 km/h
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Torque
250 - 560 Nm
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Torque
310 - 679 Nm
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Number of Cylinders
4 - 6
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Number of Cylinders
-
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Power kW
142 - 347 kW
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Power kW
125 - 250 kW
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Engine capacity
1993 - 2999 cm3
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Engine capacity
-
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General |
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Model Year
2023 - 2025
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Model Year
2023 - 2025
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CO2 Efficiency Class
G, F, E, D, B
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CO2 Efficiency Class
A
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Brand
Mercedes-Benz
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Brand
VW
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The Mercedes CLE Coupe is available as All-Wheel Drive or Rear-Wheel Drive.