Mercedes-Benz CLE

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Mercedes-Benz CLE
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Overview
Manufacturer Mercedes-Benz Group
Model code
  • C236 (coupe) [1]
  • A236 (cabriolet) [1]
ProductionOctober 2023 – present (coupe) [2]
April 2024 – present (cabrio)
Model years 2024–present
Assembly
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
  • 23 hp Mitsubishi electric 48-volt integrated starter generator (ISG)
  • Permanent magnet Syncronus motor
Transmission 9-speed 9G-Tronic automatic
Hybrid drivetrain Mild hybrid
Plug-in Hybrid (CLE 300e)
Battery
  • 48-volt Li-ion (MHEV)
  • 25.4 kWh High voltage Lithium-ion (PHEV)
Dimensions
Wheelbase 2,865 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 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]

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-AMGCLE 53 was released and a more powerful CLE 63, [9] is also planned for 2025. [10]

Contents

Overview

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.

Equipment

Interior Mercedes-Benz CLE 200 Coupe Sports (C236).jpg
Interior

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]

Variants

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]

CLE 300

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.

CLE 450

The CLE 450 is powered by the M256 motor, a turbocharged 3.0-liter inline-six producing 375 hp and 369 pound-feet.

Mercedes-AMG models

AMG CLE 53

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]

AMG CLE 63

A Mercedes-AMG CLE 63 model is planned for 2025. [8] [20] unlike the 2025 c 63 the CLE 63 will not be using the 2.0 four-cylinder hybrid system it will use the legendary 4.0 TT V8 the engine that mercedes is known for

Engines

Engines [21]
TypeModelEngine codeDisplacementPowerTorque Electric motor Trans.Top speed0–100 km/h (0–62 mph)LayoutCal. years
Petrol mild hybrid CLE 200M 2541,999 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 System9-speed 9G-Tronic automatic 240 km/h (149 mph)7.4 s RWD
AWD (4Matic)
2023-present
CLE 300M 2541,999 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 System250 km/h (155 mph)6.2 s AWD (4Matic)
2023-present
CLE 450M 2562,999 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 System250 km/h (155 mph)4.4 s AWD (4Matic)
2023-present
Petrol PHEV CLE 300eM 2541,999 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 motor250 km/h (155 mph)6.3 s RWD
2024-present
Diesel mild hybridCLE 220dOM 6541,993 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 System238 km/h (148 mph)7.5 s RWD
2023-present
Petrol mild hybridCLE 53M 2562,999 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 System250 km/h (155 mph)4.2 s AWD (4Matic)
2024-present

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