Mercedes-Benz CLE-Class

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Mercedes-Benz CLE (C236/A236) [1]
2024 Mercedes-Benz CLE C236.jpg
Overview
Manufacturer Mercedes-Benz Group
ProductionOctober 2023 – present (coupe) [2]
2024 (cabrio, to commence)
Model years 2024—
AssemblyGermany: Bremen
Body and chassis
Class Grand tourer (S)
Body style 2-door coupé [3]
2-door cabriolet [4]
Layout Front-engine, rear-wheel-drive
Front-engine, four-wheel-drive (4Matic)
Platform Mercedes-Benz MRA II
Related
Powertrain
Engine
Transmission 9-speed automatic (9G-Tronic)
Hybrid drivetrain MHEV
Dimensions
Wheelbase 2,865 mm (112.8 in)
Length4,850 mm (190.9 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) [5]
Mercedes-Benz E-Class (C238 & A238) [6]

The Mercedes-Benz CLE is an upcoming grand tourer which consists of the C236 coupe and the A236 cabriolet that will both be launched in 2023 and replace both the C- and E-Class coupes. [7]

Contents

Performance variants, the Mercedes-AMG CLE 53 and CLE 63, [8] are also planned. [9]

Overview

Rear view (coupe) 2024 Mercedes-Benz CLE C236 rear.jpg
Rear view (coupe)

The CLE Coupe is set to replace both the C-Class Coupe and E-Class Coupe as part of Mercedes' drive to streamline its model range. [10]

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. [6]

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. [6]

Equipment

Interior Mercedes-Benz C236 IAA 2023 1X7A0626.jpg
Interior

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. [11]

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. [12]

Engines

Engines [13]
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 (150 mph)7.4 s RWD
AWD (4Matic)
2023-present
Petrol mild hybridCLE 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 (160 mph)6.2 s AWD (4Matic)
2023-present
Petrol mild hybridCLE 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 (160 mph)4.4 s AWD (4Matic)
2023-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

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