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Mercedes CLE Coupe vs VW Touareg comparison

Compare performance (313 HP vs 462 HP), boot space and price (59,800 £ vs 64,300 £ ) at a glance. Find out which car is the better choice for you – Mercedes CLE Coupe or VW Touareg?

Mercedes CLE Coupe vs VW Touareg: Key differences

Mercedes CLE Coupe

5 (1 Reviews)
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  • very slightly cheaper
  • clearly more efficient
  • considerably more electric range
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VW Touareg

4.9 (4 Reviews)
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  • noticeably more power
  • clearly quicker 0–100 km/h
  • very slightly lighter
  • considerably 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:

Looking at overall running costs, both models reveal some interesting differences in everyday economy.

Mercedes CLE Coupe is very slightly cheaper – starting at 59,800 £ , while the VW Touareg costs 64,300 £ . That’s a price difference of around 4,535 £.

Fuel consumption also shows a difference: the Mercedes CLE Coupe uses 2.2 L/100km and is clearly more efficient than the VW Touareg with 5.2 L/100km. The difference is about 3 L/100km.

As for electric range, the Mercedes CLE Coupe offers considerably more range – reaching up to 113 km, about 64 km more than the VW Touareg.

Touareg

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 VW Touareg offers noticeably more power – delivering 462 HP compared to 313 HP. That’s roughly 149 HP more horsepower.

When accelerating from 0 to 100 km/h, the VW Touareg is clearly quicker – completing the sprint in 5.1 s, while the Mercedes CLE Coupe takes 6.3 s. That’s about 1.2 s quicker.

There’s also a difference in torque: the VW Touareg delivers visibly more torque with 700 Nm compared to 550 Nm. That’s about 150 Nm more.

Space and Everyday Use:

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

Seats: VW Touareg offers more seats – 5 vs 4.

In terms of curb weight, VW Touareg is very slightly lighter – 2,059 kg compared to 2,175 kg. The difference is around 116 kg.

Looking at boot space, the VW Touareg offers considerably more boot space – 810 L compared to 290 L. That’s a difference of about 520 L.

When it comes to payload, the VW Touareg carries significantly more – 751 kg compared to 405 kg. That’s a difference of about 346 kg.

Who wins the race in the data check?

The Mercedes CLE Coupe comes out modestly 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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Reviews Mercedes CLE Coupe

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VW Touareg

Volkswagen Touareg wraps a grown-up presence in a classy, well-appointed cabin that feels more like a premium saloon than an SUV. It glides with quiet composure, devours long journeys and tucks away clever tech that makes life easier whether you’re stuck in town or nipping off the beaten track.

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Reviews VW Touareg

4.9 (4 Reviews)
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Kevin
20 Apr 2026, 13:09:09

Brilliant car. Had 3 since 2005. Can't fault them. Would have purchased another, but after visiting local dealership, vehicle was being used by Sales Manager and it was in a d disgraceful condition. So purchased BME X6

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Roberto
4 Dec 2025, 21:53:53

Impeccable road-holding, especially if you choose optional extras like air suspension, active anti-roll bars and rear-wheel steering. Fast, quiet and comfortable.

Chris
23 Sept 2025, 10:05:45

I've been driving a Touareg 3.0 TDI with 286 PS, model year 2019, for 5 years.
So far no problems. Zero repairs.
Air suspension is top.
Driving feel is great.
Fuel consumption is also excellent for a vehicle of this weight (7.5 liters on average).
In my opinion the car is highly recommendable. That's why 5 stars!

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Mercedes CLE Coupe
VW Touareg

Costs and Consumption
Price
59,800 - 65,100 £
Price
64,300 - 88,300 £
Consumption L/100km
2.2 L/100km
Consumption L/100km
5.2 - 10.5 L/100km
Consumption kWh/100km
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Consumption kWh/100km
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Electric Range
113 km
Electric Range
47 - 49 km
Battery Capacity
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Battery Capacity
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co2
49 g/km
co2
119 - 239 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
2,059 - 2,470 kg
Trunk capacity
290 L
Trunk capacity
665 - 810 L
Length
-
Length
-
Width
1,861 mm
Width
1,984 mm
Height
-
Height
-
Max trunk capacity
-
Max trunk capacity
-
Payload
405 kg
Payload
550 - 751 kg

Engine and Performance
Engine Type
Plugin Hybrid
Engine Type
Petrol, Plugin Hybrid, Diesel
Transmission
Automatic
Transmission
Automatic
Transmission Detail
Automatic Gearbox
Transmission Detail
Automatic Gearbox
Drive Type
Rear-Wheel Drive
Drive Type
All-Wheel Drive
Power HP
313 HP
Power HP
231 - 462 HP
Acceleration 0-100km/h
6.3 s
Acceleration 0-100km/h
5.1 - 7.7 s
Max Speed
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Max Speed
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Torque
550 Nm
Torque
450 - 700 Nm
Number of Cylinders
4
Number of Cylinders
6
Power kW
230 kW
Power kW
170 - 340 kW
Engine capacity
1,999 cm3
Engine capacity
2,967 - 2,995 cm3

General
Model Year
2025
Model Year
2025
CO2 Efficiency Class
B
CO2 Efficiency Class
G, D
Brand
Mercedes-Benz
Brand
VW
What drive types are available for the Mercedes CLE Coupe?

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

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