Mercedes-Benz CLE

ProductionOctober 2023 – present (coupe)^[2]
April 2024 – present (cabrio)Model years2024AssemblyGermany: BremenDesignerBalázs Filczer^[3]Body and chassisClassGrand tourer (S)Body style2-door coupé^[4]
2-door cabriolet^[5]LayoutFront-engine, rear-wheel-drive
Front-engine, four-wheel-drive (4Matic)PlatformMRA2RelatedPowertrainEngineTransmission9-speed 9G-Tronic automaticHybrid drivetrainMHEVDimensionsWheelbase2,865 mm (112.8 in)Length4,850–4,853 mm (190.9–191.1 in)Width1,860 mm (73.2 in)Height1,428 mm (56.2 in)Curb weight1,715–1,795 kg (3,781–3,957 lb)ChronologyPredecessorMercedes-Benz C-Class (C205 & A205)^[6]
Mercedes-Benz E-Class (C238 & A238)^[7]

The Mercedes-Benz CLE is a grand tourer which consists of the C236 coupe and the A236 cabriolet that were both launched in 2023 and replaced both the C and E-Class coupes.^[8]

Performance variants, the Mercedes-AMG CLE 53 and CLE 63,^[9] are also planned.^[10]

In 2005 a car named the "CLE" was rumoured and was expected to arrive in mid-2006. Thought to be based on the W204, a car of this type never came to production—until 2023.^[11] The CLE Coupe replaced both the C-Class Coupe and E-Class Coupe as part of Mercedes' drive to streamline its model range.^[12]

It has a rounded, single-bar grille with a honeycomb mesh insert and is accompanied by C-Class-style headlights and sporty air intakes. The rear includes LED taillights and an angular boot with an integrated spoiler. There is also a curved bumper that does not have exhaust cutouts.^[7]

The engine options of the CLE are shared its saloon counterpart, the W214 E-Class, all of which feature the 48-volt EQ-boost mild hybrid system. Four models are available at launch, which include the petrol CLE 200, CLE 300, CLE 450, and the diesel CLE 220d. In December 2023 Mercedes introduced the CLE 53.^[7] Official manufacture of the coupe began in October 2023, while the convertible followed in April 2024.^[13][14]

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  Rear view (coupe)
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  Front view (CLE 53)
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  Rear view (CLE 53)
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  Convertible (A236)

The CLE features the latest iteration of the Mercedes-Benz User Experience (MBUX) system, that is also seen on multiple other models. The 11.9-inch vertically-positioned touchscreen comes with a 12.3-inch instrument cluster.^[15]

The CLE features the KEYLESS-GO system and the GUARD 360° safety system which helps monitor the vehicle’s surroundings, and notifies the owner of collision detection via the Mercedes me app.^[16]

Engines[17]
Type	Model	Engine code	Displacement	Power	Torque	Electric motor	Trans.	Top speed	0–100 km/h (0–62 mph)	Layout	Cal. years
Petrol mild hybrid	CLE 200	M 254	1,999 cc (2.0 L) I4 turbo	201 hp (150 kW; 204 PS) @ 5,800 rpm Front motor: 23 hp (17 kW; 23 PS)	320 N⋅m (32.6 kg⋅m; 236 lb⋅ft) @ 1,600-4,000 Front motor: 200 N⋅m (20.4 kg⋅m; 148 lb⋅ft)	48V EQ Boost Mild Hybrid System	9-speed 9G-Tronic automatic	240 km/h (149 mph)	7.4 s	RWD AWD (4Matic)
											2023-present
	CLE 300	M 254	1,999 cc (2.0 L) I4 turbo	255 hp (190 kW; 259 PS) @ 5,800 rpm Front motor: 23 hp (17 kW; 23 PS)	400 N⋅m (40.8 kg⋅m; 295 lb⋅ft) @ 2,000-3,200 Front motor: 200 N⋅m (20.4 kg⋅m; 148 lb⋅ft)	48V EQ Boost Mild Hybrid System		250 km/h (155 mph)	6.2 s	AWD (4Matic)
											2023-present
	CLE 450	M 256	2,999 cc (3.0 L) I6 turbo	375 hp (280 kW; 380 PS) @ 5,800-6,100 rpm Front motor: 23 hp (17 kW; 23 PS)	500 N⋅m (51.0 kg⋅m; 369 lb⋅ft) @ 1,800-5,000 Front motor: 200 N⋅m (20.4 kg⋅m; 148 lb⋅ft)	48V EQ Boost Mild Hybrid System		250 km/h (155 mph)	4.4 s	AWD (4Matic)
											2023-present
Petrol PHEV	CLE 300e	M 254	1,999 cc (2.0 L) I4 turbo	204 hp (152 kW; 207 PS) @ 5,800-6,100 rpm Front motor: 129 hp (96 kW; 131 PS)	500 N⋅m (51.0 kg⋅m; 369 lb⋅ft) @ 1,800-5,000 Front motor: 200 N⋅m (20.4 kg⋅m; 148 lb⋅ft)	Permanent magnet syncronus motor		250 km/h (155 mph)	6.3 s	RWD
											2024-present
Diesel mild hybrid	CLE 220d	OM 654	1,993 cc (2.0 L) I4 turbo	197 hp (147 kW; 200 PS) @ 3,600 rpm Front motor: 23 hp (17 kW; 23 PS)	440 N⋅m (44.9 kg⋅m; 325 lb⋅ft) @ 1,800-2,800 Front motor: 200 N⋅m (20.4 kg⋅m; 148 lb⋅ft)	48V EQ Boost Mild Hybrid System		238 km/h (148 mph)	7.5 s	RWD
											2023-present
Petrol mild hybrid	CLE 53	M 256	2,999 cc (3.0 L) I6 turbo	449 hp (335 kW; 455 PS) @ 5,800-6,100 rpm Front motor: 23 hp (17 kW; 23 PS)	600 N⋅m (61.2 kg⋅m; 443 lb⋅ft) @ 2,200-5,000 Front motor: 200 N⋅m (20.4 kg⋅m; 148 lb⋅ft)	48V EQ Boost Mild Hybrid System		250 km/h (155 mph)	4.2 s	AWD (4Matic)
											2024-present