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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] A performance variant, the Mercedes-AMG CLE 53 was released and a more powerful CLE 63,[9] is also planned for 2025.[10]
| Mercedes-Benz CLE | |
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| Overview | |
| Manufacturer | Mercedes-Benz Group |
| Model code | |
| Production | October 2023 – present (coupe)[2] April 2024 – present (cabrio) |
| Model years | 2024–present |
| Assembly |
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| Designer | Balázs Filczer[3] |
| Body and chassis | |
| Class | Grand tourer (S) |
| Body style | 2-door coupé[4] 2-door cabriolet[5] |
| Layout | Front-engine, rear-wheel-drive Front-engine, four-wheel-drive (4Matic) |
| Platform | MRA2 |
| Related | |
| Powertrain | |
| Engine | |
| Electric motor |
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| Transmission | 9-speed 9G-Tronic automatic |
| Hybrid drivetrain | Mild hybrid Plug-in Hybrid (CLE 300e) |
| Battery |
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| Dimensions | |
| Wheelbase | 2,865 mm (112.8 in) |
| Length | 4,850–4,853 mm (190.9–191.1 in) |
| Width | 1,860 mm (73.2 in) |
| Height | 1,428 mm (56.2 in) |
| Curb weight | 1,715–1,795 kg (3,781–3,957 lb) |
| Chronology | |
| Predecessor | Mercedes-Benz C-Class (C205 & A205)[6] Mercedes-Benz E-Class (C238 & A238)[7] |
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] At 191 inches from bumper to bumper, the CLE is 1 inch longer than the outgoing E-class coupe but 6.5 inches longer than the outgoing C-class coupe. The added length mostly in the overhang size, with the CLE's 112.8-inch wheelbase within an inch of both of its predecessors.
Official manufacture of the coupe began in October 2023, while the convertible followed in April 2024.
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The CLE 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]
It also features the latest iteration of the Mercedes-Benz User Experience (MBUX) system, which is also seen on multiple other models. The 11.9-inch vertically-positioned touchscreen comes with a 12.3-inch instrument cluster.[13]
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.[14]
The Cabriolet model additionally features an acoustic soft top, AIRCAP electric wind deflector system, AIRSCARF neck-level heating and ventilation, and electric cargo divider system.[15]
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. This integrated starter-generator running on the 48-volt electrical system provides a boost of 23 hp and 148 pound-feet through the electric motor.[16]
Four models are available at launch, which include the petrol CLE 200, CLE 300, CLE 450, and the diesel CLE 220d.[17]
The base CLE 300 is powered by the M254 motor, a turbocharged 2.0-liter inline-four producing 255 horsepower and 295 pound-feet of torque.
The CLE 450 is powered by the M256 motor, a turbocharged 3.0-liter inline-six producing 375 hp and 369 pound-feet.
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In December 2023, Mercedes introduced the CLE 53 AMG.[7] The model features a mild-hybrid AMG-enhanced M256 3.0-liter inline six-cylinder engine with exhaust gas turbocharger and electric auxiliary compressor, standard AMG Performance 4MATIC+ fully variable all-wheel drive and active rear-axle steering, and styling with distinctive AMG design elements and flared wheel arches.[18] The model is also available as a Cabriolet.[15]
The CLE 53 AMG produces 443 hp and 413 lb-ft of torque (443 lb-ft for 10 seconds with overboost). The 48-volt integrated starter generator (ISG) provides support at lower engine speeds with 23 hp and 151 lb-ft.[19]
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A Mercedes-AMG CLE 63 model is planned for 2025.[8][20] unlike the 2025 C63, the CLE 63 will not be using the 2.0 four-cylinder hybrid system, instead opting for a twin-turbo V8, akin to previous generations.
| Engines[21] | |||||||||||||
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| 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 | |||||||||||||
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