In an era in which SUV vehicles account for more than a third of sales, Mercedes-Benz has presented the new CLE.
The Mercedes CLE enters the scene with the aim of replacing the well-known E-Class Coupé and C-Class Coupé, taking advantage of the interior of the current C-Class, in a slightly larger body (4,85 meters long) than the previous one. E-Class Coupe.
As a result, the new CLE has an elegant and sporty design; Mercedes has dedicated a lot of time to developing a design that you will fall in love with and without a doubt, the CLE is a worthy heir to the brand's tradition in building Coupés.
This tradition dates back to the 60s with the legendary Mercedes-Benz 280 SE (W111), a vehicle that exuded luxury and elegance. Today, its price can reach €160.000 for a collector's unit.
CLE positioning in the market
The concept and positioning of the CLE Coupé is reminiscent of the now extinct Mercedes-Benz CLK, even the legendary seat belt approach system, which at that time was state-of-the-art, is still present in the new 2024 model.
Design:
As for the design, what stands out on the front is a long hood worthy of a Coupé with more marked hood lines and a sharp bumper, something that we have seen in the brand for a long time.
The back of the hood emulates the shape of a spoiler and rear lights run along the entire rear, something that makes the new CLE wider and more sporty.
Motorization:
As for the engine, the CLE is available for the Spanish market in 4-cylinder diesel or gasoline with the help of a 48V microhybrid electric motor (MHEV), both with ECO label and a nine-speed 9G-TRONIC gearbox.
A 6-cylinder in-line gasoline engine is reserved for l
The most powerful variant, the Mercedes-Benz CLE 450 4MATIC Coupé with 4MATIC all-wheel drive.
Standard equipment:
The equipment of the new CLE Coupé includes heated seats, wireless smartphone charger, THERMATIC climate control, LED headlights, KEYLESS-GO and 18-inch alloy wheels.
On-road features:
The new CLE presents more than recognized comfort on the road, whether as a utility vehicle or for long journeys. Its steering axle in the Coupé version (not available in the convertible) allows you to take curves with much more agility, reducing cornering by up to half a meter. In addition, the seats are extremely comfortable and are made of sustainable materials asking for the AMG pack.
In the rear seats, the distance between the knees and the front seats has been increased by up to 7cm than in the C-Class, so it is now much more comfortable to stay in them for longer.
The 11,9-inch central interior screen is now powered by the latest Mercedes-Benz infotainment system, the MBUX, more intelligent than ever.
Price:
This vehicle is offered in Spain from €59.899,99* in its most affordable version, the 200 Coupé with 150KW + 17KW (204 HP + 23 HP).
Mercedes-AMG CLE 53 4MATIC+ Coupe
The most radical version of the CLE is here, the CLE 53 4MATIC+ Coupé joins the already well-known 6-cylinder, 3-liter engine that delivers a total power of 449 HP.
As it could not be less, Mercedes-AMG makes its vehicles unique pieces with a character that exudes sportiness. To achieve this, the CLE 53 is equipped with a 6-piston braking system at the front with 320 mm ventilated discs and optional 19-inch or 20-inch wheels that cover the more than generous red-painted calipers.
