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Porsche Cayman vs Mercedes CLE Convertible comparison

Compare performance (500 HP vs 472 HP), boot space and price (136,000 £ vs 53,200 £ ) at a glance. Find out which car is the better choice for you – Porsche Cayman or Mercedes CLE Convertible?

Porsche Cayman vs Mercedes CLE Convertible: Key differences

Porsche Cayman

  • marginally more power
  • visibly quicker 0–100 km/h
  • clearly lighter
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Mercedes CLE Convertible

  • considerably cheaper
  • considerably more efficient
  • clearly more trunk space
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By Achim Sedelmaier

Here’s where it gets real: The technical differences in detail

Cayman

Costs and Efficiency:

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

Mercedes CLE Convertible is considerably cheaper – starting at 53,200 £ , while the Porsche Cayman costs 136,000 £ . That’s a price difference of around 82,820 £.

Fuel consumption also shows a difference: the Mercedes CLE Convertible uses 4.9 L/100km and is considerably more efficient than the Porsche Cayman with 13 L/100km. The difference is about 8.1 L/100km.

CLE Convertible

Engine and Performance:

Power, torque and acceleration say a lot about how a car feels on the road. This is where you see which model delivers more driving dynamics.

When it comes to engine power, the Porsche Cayman offers marginally more power – delivering 500 HP compared to 472 HP. That’s roughly 28 HP more horsepower.

When accelerating from 0 to 100 km/h, the Porsche Cayman is visibly quicker – completing the sprint in 3.4 s, while the Mercedes CLE Convertible takes 4.4 s. That’s about 1 s quicker.

Looking at top speed, the Porsche Cayman is clearly faster – reaching 315 km/h, while the Mercedes CLE Convertible tops out at 250 km/h. The difference is around 65 km/h.

There’s also a difference in torque: the Mercedes CLE Convertible delivers slightly more torque with 560 Nm compared to 450 Nm. That’s about 110 Nm more.

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: Mercedes CLE Convertible offers more seats – 4 vs 2.

In terms of curb weight, Porsche Cayman is clearly lighter – 1,490 kg compared to 1,925 kg. The difference is around 435 kg.

Looking at boot space, the Mercedes CLE Convertible offers clearly more boot space – 385 L compared to 184 L. That’s a difference of about 201 L.

When it comes to payload, the Mercedes CLE Convertible carries noticeably more – 435 kg compared to 281 kg. That’s a difference of about 154 kg.

Who wins the race in the data check?

The Mercedes CLE Convertible stands well ahead of its rival 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 £53,200
CLE Convertible

Mercedes CLE Convertible

  • Engine Type Petrol MHEV, Diesel MHEV
  • Transmission Automatic
  • Drive Type All-Wheel Drive, Rear-Wheel Drive
  • Power HP 193 - 472 HP
  • Consumption L/100km 4.9 - 9.6 L/100km
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The Porsche Cayman stands out as a quintessential sports car, blending sleek design with dynamic handling. Its mid-engine layout provides an excellent balance and sharp agility that driving enthusiasts crave. Inside, the Cayman offers a refined and driver-focused interior, ensuring that every journey is an exhilarating experience.

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Costs and Consumption
Price
136,000 £
Price
53,200 - 109,200 £
Consumption L/100km
13 L/100km
Consumption L/100km
4.9 - 9.6 L/100km
Consumption kWh/100km
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Consumption kWh/100km
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Electric Range
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Electric Range
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Battery Capacity
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Battery Capacity
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co2
295 g/km
co2
128 - 218 g/km
Fuel tank capacity
54 L
Fuel tank capacity
66 L

Dimensions and Body
Body Type
Coupe
Body Type
Convertible
Seats
2
Seats
4
Doors
2
Doors
2
Curb weight
1,490 kg
Curb weight
1,925 - 2,110 kg
Trunk capacity
184 L
Trunk capacity
375 - 385 L
Length
4,456 mm
Length
4,850 - 4,853 mm
Width
1,822 mm
Width
1,861 mm
Height
1,267 mm
Height
1,424 - 1,435 mm
Max trunk capacity
272 L
Max trunk capacity
-
Payload
281 kg
Payload
380 - 435 kg

Engine and Performance
Engine Type
Petrol
Engine Type
Petrol MHEV, Diesel MHEV
Transmission
Automatic
Transmission
Automatic
Transmission Detail
Dual-Clutch Automatic
Transmission Detail
Automatic Gearbox
Drive Type
Rear-Wheel Drive
Drive Type
All-Wheel Drive, Rear-Wheel Drive
Power HP
500 HP
Power HP
193 - 472 HP
Acceleration 0-100km/h
3.4 s
Acceleration 0-100km/h
4.4 - 9.5 s
Max Speed
315 km/h
Max Speed
220 - 250 km/h
Torque
450 Nm
Torque
250 - 560 Nm
Number of Cylinders
6
Number of Cylinders
4 - 6
Power kW
368 kW
Power kW
142 - 347 kW
Engine capacity
3,996 cm3
Engine capacity
1,993 - 2,999 cm3

General
Model Year
2021
Model Year
2,024 - 2,025
CO2 Efficiency Class
G
CO2 Efficiency Class
G, E, F, D
Brand
Porsche
Brand
Mercedes-Benz
What drivetrain options does the Porsche Cayman have?

The Porsche Cayman is available as Rear-Wheel Drive.

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