Mercedes-Benz CLE

Mercedes-Benz CLE
Overview
ManufacturerMercedes-Benz Group
Model code
  • C236 (coupe)
  • A236 (cabriolet)
ProductionOctober 2023 – present (coupe)
April 2024 – present (cabrio)
Model years2024–present
Assembly
DesignerBalázs Filczer
Body and chassis
ClassGrand tourer (S)
Body style2-door coupé
2-door cabriolet
LayoutFront-engine, rear-wheel-drive
Front-engine, four-wheel-drive (4Matic)
PlatformMRA2
Related
Powertrain
Engine
Electric motor
  • 23 hp Mitsubishi electric 48-volt integrated starter generator (ISG)
  • Permanent magnet Syncronus motor
Transmission9-speed 9G-Tronic automatic
Hybrid drivetrainMild hybrid
Plug-in Hybrid (CLE 300e)
Battery
  • 48-volt Li-ion (MHEV)
  • 25.4 kWh High voltage Lithium-ion (PHEV)
Dimensions
Wheelbase2,865 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 weight1,715–1,795 kg (3,781–3,957 lb)
Chronology
PredecessorMercedes-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. A performance variant, the Mercedes-AMG CLE 53 was released and a more powerful CLE 63, is also planned for 2025.