Compare performance (585 HP vs 158 HP), boot space and price (50500 £ vs 16600 £ ) at a glance. Find out which car is the better choice for you – Mercedes E Class or Renault Clio?
Price and efficiency are key factors when choosing a car – and this is often where the real differences emerge.
Renault Clio has a decisively advantage in terms of price – it starts at 16600 £ , while the Mercedes E Class costs 50500 £ . That’s a price difference of around 33905 £.
Fuel consumption also shows a difference: Mercedes E Class manages with 1.50 L and is therefore convincingly more efficient than the Renault Clio with 4.10 L. The difference is about 2.60 L per 100 km.
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 E Class has a significantly edge – offering 585 HP compared to 158 HP. That’s roughly 427 HP more horsepower.
In acceleration from 0 to 100 km/h, the Mercedes E Class is significantly quicker – completing the sprint in 4 s, while the Renault Clio takes 8.30 s. That’s about 4.30 s faster.
In terms of top speed, the Mercedes E Class performs distinct better – reaching 250 km/h, while the Renault Clio tops out at 180 km/h. The difference is around 70 km/h.
There’s also a difference in torque: Mercedes E Class pulls significantly stronger with 750 Nm compared to 205 Nm. That’s about 545 Nm difference.
Beyond pure performance, interior space and usability matter most in daily life. This is where you see which car is more practical and versatile.
Both vehicles offer seating for 5 people.
In curb weight, Renault Clio is convincingly lighter – 1124 kg compared to 1810 kg. The difference is around 686 kg.
In terms of boot space, the Mercedes E Class offers noticeable more room – 540 L compared to 391 L. That’s a difference of about 149 L.
When it comes to payload, Mercedes E Class noticeable takes the win – 640 kg compared to 463 kg. That’s a difference of about 177 kg.
The Mercedes E Class 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.
The Mercedes E‑Class is the executive saloon that balances calm refinement with a hint of sporting intent, wrapping luxury in tasteful understatement. It pampers occupants with a composed ride and intuitive tech while quietly reminding you that it’s still very much a Mercedes — authoritative, polished, and unwilling to shout for attention.
detailsThe Clio punches above its weight with chic French styling and a surprisingly grown-up cabin that makes city driving feel effortlessly stylish. It's an easy-to-live-with choice that keeps ownership simple and even manages to put a grin on your face when the traffic gets dull.
detailsCosts and Consumption |
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Price
50500 - 119700 £
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Price
16600 - 23700 £
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Consumption L/100km
1.5 - 7.5 L
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Consumption L/100km
4.1 - 5.3 L
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Consumption kWh/100km
-
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Consumption kWh/100km
-
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Electric Range
101 - 116 km
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Electric Range
-
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Battery Capacity
21.20 kWh
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Battery Capacity
0.60 kWh
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co2
39 - 172 g/km
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co2
92 - 121 g/km
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Fuel tank capacity
50 - 66 L
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Fuel tank capacity
39 - 42 L
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Dimensions and Body |
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Body Type
Sedan
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Body Type
Hatchback
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Seats
5
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Seats
5
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Doors
4
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Doors
5
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Curb weight
1810 - 2390 kg
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Curb weight
1124 - 1331 kg
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Trunk capacity
370 - 540 L
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Trunk capacity
301 - 391 L
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Length
4949 - 4959 mm
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Length
4053 - 4116 mm
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Width
1880 mm
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Width
1768 - 1798 mm
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Height
1468 - 1480 mm
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Height
1440 - 1451 mm
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Max trunk capacity
-
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Max trunk capacity
979 - 1176 L
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Payload
530 - 640 kg
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Payload
398 - 463 kg
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Engine and Performance |
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Engine Type
Petrol MHEV, Plugin Hybrid, Diesel MHEV
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Engine Type
Full Hybrid, Petrol
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Transmission
Automatic
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Transmission
Automatic, Manuel
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Transmission Detail
Automatic Gearbox
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Transmission Detail
Automatic Gearbox, Manual Gearbox, Dual-Clutch Automatic
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Drive Type
Rear-Wheel Drive, All-Wheel Drive
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Drive Type
Front-Wheel Drive
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Power HP
186 - 585 HP
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Power HP
67 - 158 HP
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Acceleration 0-100km/h
4 - 8.5 s
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Acceleration 0-100km/h
8.3 - 17.1 s
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Max Speed
222 - 250 km/h
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Max Speed
160 - 180 km/h
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Torque
320 - 750 Nm
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Torque
95 - 205 Nm
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Number of Cylinders
4 - 6
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Number of Cylinders
3 - 4
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Power kW
137 - 430 kW
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Power kW
49 - 116 kW
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Engine capacity
1993 - 2999 cm3
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Engine capacity
999 - 1789 cm3
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General |
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Model Year
2024 - 2025
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Model Year
2023 - 2026
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CO2 Efficiency Class
E, F, B, D
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CO2 Efficiency Class
C, D, B
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Brand
Mercedes-Benz
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Brand
Renault
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The Mercedes E Class is offered with Rear-Wheel Drive or All-Wheel Drive.