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Mercedes-Benz CLE
Mercedes-Benz CLE
Overview
Manufacturer	Mercedes-Benz Group
Model code	C236 (coupe); A236 (cabriolet);
Production	October 2023 – present (coupe); April 2024 – present (cabrio)
Model years	2024–present
Assembly	Germany: Bremen; Thailand: Samut Prakan (TAAP);
Designer	Balázs Filczer
Body and chassis
Class	Grand tourer (S)
Body style	2-door coupé; 2-door cabriolet
Layout	Front-engine, rear-wheel-drive; Front-engine, four-wheel-drive (4Matic)
Platform	MRA2
Related	Mercedes-Benz C-Class (W206); Mercedes-Benz E-Class (W214);
Powertrain
Engine	Petrol:; 2.0 L M254 mild hybrid turbo I4; 3.0 L M256 mild hybrid turbo I6; Petrol plug-in hybrid:; 2.0 L M254 I4 (CLE 300e); Diesel:; 2.0 L OM654 mild hybrid I4 (CLE 220d);
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)
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); Mercedes-Benz E-Class (C238 & A238)

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]

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

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.

Coupe (C236)
Rear view (C236)
Convertible (A236)
Rear view (A236)

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]

Front view (CLE 53)
Rear view (CLE 53)
Interior

AMG CLE 63

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

Engines^[21]
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)
	CLE 200	M 254	1,999 cc (2.0 L) I4 turbo			48V EQ Boost Mild Hybrid System		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)
	CLE 300	M 254	1,999 cc (2.0 L) I4 turbo			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)
	CLE 450	M 256	2,999 cc (3.0 L) I6 turbo			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
Petrol PHEV	CLE 300e	M 254	1,999 cc (2.0 L) I4 turbo			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
Diesel mild hybrid	CLE 220d	OM 654	1,993 cc (2.0 L) I4 turbo			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)
Petrol mild hybrid	CLE 53	M 256	2,999 cc (3.0 L) I6 turbo			48V EQ Boost Mild Hybrid System		250 km/h (155 mph)	4.2 s	AWD (4Matic)	2024-present