2026 Mercedes-Benz CLE
Starting MSRP
$59,550
to $84,600
About the 2026 Mercedes-Benz CLE
The 2026 Mercedes-Benz CLE storms onto the scene, blending breathtaking coupe aesthetics with refined, spirited performance. Its muscular stance, stretching 191.0 inches in length, promises an engaging road presence that is matched by sophisticated engineering. The standard powertrain delivers a commendable 255 horsepower and 295 lb-ft of torque, ensuring spirited acceleration channeled precisely through standard all-wheel drive and a quick-shifting 9-speed automatic transmission. This mild-hybrid system provides an impressive 27 MPG combined, demonstrating efficiency without sacrificing the dynamic spirit expected of a grand touring machine. For those craving more intensity, higher trims escalate the excitement, making the 2026 CLE a true driver's focus within the premium four-seat segment.
Key Highlights
Standard AWD Dynamics
Every 2026 Mercedes-Benz CLE comes equipped with all-wheel drive, guaranteeing tenacious grip and predictable handling regardless of the weather or road surface.
Efficient Power Blend
The mild-hybrid engine configuration achieves a solid 27 MPG combined rating while still producing 255 hp in its base trim.
Comfortable Cruising Legroom
Front occupants enjoy generous space with 42.1 inches of legroom, balancing the sleek exterior design with surprising cabin comfort.
Nine-Speed Precision
The 9-speed shiftable automatic transmission provides smooth, near-instantaneous gear changes that keep the power band optimized during spirited drives.
Best For
Luxury Tech Enthusiasts
- These buyers will appreciate the standard mild-hybrid architecture mated to the sophisticated 9-speed transmission across all six available trims.
Year-Round Performance Drivers
- With standard all-wheel drive and power figures up to 295 lb-ft of torque in the base model, the 2026 CLE offers reliable performance in various conditions.
Upscale Date Night Coupes
- The tight 112.8-inch wheelbase contributes to agile handling, while 42.1 inches of front legroom ensures excellent comfort for two on long excursions.
Available Trims
| Trim | MSRP | Drivetrain | Horsepower | MPG |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| AMG CLE 53 2dr Convertible AWD (3.0L 6cyl Twincharger gas/electric mild hybrid 9A) | $84,600 | all wheel drive | 443 hp | 22 mpg |
| AMG CLE 53 2dr Coupe AWD (3.0L 6cyl Twincharger gas/electric mild hybrid 9A) | $76,300 | all wheel drive | 443 hp | 23 mpg |
| CLE 300 4MATIC 2dr Convertible AWD (2.0L 4cyl Turbo gas/electric mild hybrid 9A) | $68,050 | all wheel drive | 255 hp | 26 mpg |
| CLE 300 4MATIC 2dr Coupe AWD (2.0L 4cyl Turbo gas/electric mild hybrid 9A) | $59,550 | all wheel drive | 255 hp | 27 mpg |
| CLE 450 4MATIC 2dr Convertible AWD (3.0L 6cyl Turbo gas/electric mild hybrid 9A) | $77,400 | all wheel drive | 375 hp | 26 mpg |
| CLE 450 4MATIC 2dr Coupe AWD (3.0L 6cyl Turbo gas/electric mild hybrid 9A) | $69,000 | all wheel drive | 375 hp | 26 mpg |
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Specifications Comparison
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Features Comparison
Feature
AMG CLE 53 2dr Convertible AWD (3.0L 6cyl Twincharger gas/electric mild hybrid 9A)
AMG CLE 53 2dr Coupe AWD (3.0L 6cyl Twincharger gas/electric mild hybrid 9A)
CLE 300 4MATIC 2dr Convertible AWD (2.0L 4cyl Turbo gas/electric mild hybrid 9A)
CLE 300 4MATIC 2dr Coupe AWD (2.0L 4cyl Turbo gas/electric mild hybrid 9A)
CLE 450 4MATIC 2dr Convertible AWD (3.0L 6cyl Turbo gas/electric mild hybrid 9A)
CLE 450 4MATIC 2dr Coupe AWD (3.0L 6cyl Turbo gas/electric mild hybrid 9A)
| Feature | AMG CLE 53 2dr Convertible AWD (3.0L 6cyl Twincharger gas/electric mild hybrid 9A) | AMG CLE 53 2dr Coupe AWD (3.0L 6cyl Twincharger gas/electric mild hybrid 9A) | CLE 300 4MATIC 2dr Convertible AWD (2.0L 4cyl Turbo gas/electric mild hybrid 9A) | CLE 300 4MATIC 2dr Coupe AWD (2.0L 4cyl Turbo gas/electric mild hybrid 9A) | CLE 450 4MATIC 2dr Convertible AWD (3.0L 6cyl Turbo gas/electric mild hybrid 9A) | CLE 450 4MATIC 2dr Coupe AWD (3.0L 6cyl Turbo gas/electric mild hybrid 9A) |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Safety (31 features) | ||||||
| Anti-Theft Alarm System (Remote) | ||||||
| Anti-lock Brakes (ABS) | 4-Wheel | 4-Wheel | 4-Wheel | 4-Wheel | 4-Wheel | 4-Wheel |
| Automatic Headlights | ||||||
| Blind Spot Monitor | ||||||
| Brake Assist | ||||||
| Brake Drying | ||||||
| Brake Preparation System | ||||||
| Daytime Running Lights | ||||||
| Driver Attention Alert | ||||||
| Dual Front Side-Mounted Airbags | ||||||
| Electronic Stability Control | ||||||
| Engine Immobilizer | ||||||
| Front Head Airbags | ||||||
| Front Headrests | 2 | 2 | 2 | 2 | 2 | 2 |
| Front Integrated Headrests | ||||||
| Front Ventilated Disc Brakes | ||||||
| Headlight Delay-Off | ||||||
| LATCH System | ||||||
| LED Headlights | ||||||
| Lane Departure Warning | ||||||
| Lane Keeping Assist System | ||||||
| Passenger Airbag Occupant Sensing Deactivation | ||||||
| Post-Collision Safety System | ||||||
| Pre-Collision Safety System | ||||||
| Rear Cross Traffic Alert | ||||||
| Rear Head Airbags | ||||||
| Rear Headrests | 2 | 2 | 2 | 2 | 2 | 2 |
| Rear Integrated Headrests | ||||||
| Rear Ventilated Disc Brakes | ||||||
| Tire Pressure Monitoring System | ||||||
| Traction Control System | ||||||
| Engine (9 features) | ||||||
| Base Engine Displacement | 3.0 L | 3.0 L | 2.0 L | 2.0 L | 3.0 L | 3.0 L |
| Base Engine Type | mild hybrid | mild hybrid | mild hybrid | mild hybrid | mild hybrid | mild hybrid |
| Camshaft Type | Double overhead cam (DOHC) | Double overhead cam (DOHC) | Double overhead cam (DOHC) | Double overhead cam (DOHC) | Double overhead cam (DOHC) | Double overhead cam (DOHC) |
| Fuel Injection Type | ||||||
| Horsepower | 443 hp @ 5800 rpm | 443 hp @ 5800 rpm | 255 hp @ 5800 rpm | 255 hp @ 5800 rpm | 375 hp @ 5800 rpm | 375 hp @ 5800 rpm |
| Number of Cylinders | inline 6 | inline 6 | inline 4 | inline 4 | inline 6 | inline 6 |
| Number of Valves | 24 | 24 | 16 | 16 | 24 | 24 |
| Torque | 413 lb-ft @ 2200 rpm | 413 lb-ft @ 2200 rpm | 295 lb-ft @ 2000 rpm | 295 lb-ft @ 2000 rpm | 369 lb-ft @ 1800 rpm | 369 lb-ft @ 1800 rpm |
| Variable Valve Timing | Variable | Variable | Variable | Variable | Variable | Variable |
| Drive Train (3 features) | ||||||
| Center Differential Type | Limited Slip | Limited Slip | Limited Slip | Limited Slip | Limited Slip | Limited Slip |
| Drivetrain Type | all wheel drive | all wheel drive | all wheel drive | all wheel drive | all wheel drive | all wheel drive |
| Transmission Type | 9-speed shiftable automatic | 9-speed shiftable automatic | 9-speed shiftable automatic | 9-speed shiftable automatic | 9-speed shiftable automatic | 9-speed shiftable automatic |
| Fuel (5 features) | ||||||
| EPA Driving Range (City/Highway) | 330.6/452.4 mi. | 348.0/469.8 mi. | 400.2/556.8 mi. | 417.6/574.2 mi. | 400.2/556.8 mi. | 400.2/574.2 mi. |
| EPA Fuel Economy (City/Highway) | 19/26 MPG | 20/27 MPG | 23/32 MPG | 24/33 MPG | 23/32 MPG | 23/33 MPG |
| EPA Fuel Economy (Combined) | 22 MPG | 23 MPG | 26 MPG | 27 MPG | 26 MPG | 26 MPG |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 17.4 gal. | 17.4 gal. | 17.4 gal. | 17.4 gal. | 17.4 gal. | 17.4 gal. |
| Fuel Type | premium unleaded (required) | premium unleaded (required) | premium unleaded (required) | premium unleaded (required) | premium unleaded (required) | premium unleaded (required) |
| Warranty (5 features) | ||||||
| Basic Warranty | 4 yr./ 50000 mi. | 4 yr./ 50000 mi. | 4 yr./ 50000 mi. | 4 yr./ 50000 mi. | 4 yr./ 50000 mi. | 4 yr./ 50000 mi. |
| Corrosion/Rust Warranty | 4 yr./ 50000 mi. | 4 yr./ 50000 mi. | 4 yr./ 50000 mi. | 4 yr./ 50000 mi. | 4 yr./ 50000 mi. | 4 yr./ 50000 mi. |
| Drivetrain Warranty | 4 yr./ 50000 mi. | 4 yr./ 50000 mi. | 4 yr./ 50000 mi. | 4 yr./ 50000 mi. | 4 yr./ 50000 mi. | 4 yr./ 50000 mi. |
| Hybrid Component Warranty | 6 yr./ 62000 mi. | 6 yr./ 62000 mi. | 6 yr./ 62000 mi. | 6 yr./ 62000 mi. | 6 yr./ 62000 mi. | 6 yr./ 62000 mi. |
| Roadside Assistance | 4 yr./ 50000 mi. | 4 yr./ 50000 mi. | 4 yr./ 50000 mi. | 4 yr./ 50000 mi. | 4 yr./ 50000 mi. | 4 yr./ 50000 mi. |
| Comfort & Convenience (24 features) | ||||||
| Audio Controls on Steering Wheel | ||||||
| Auto-Dimming Rearview Mirror | ||||||
| Automatic Parking Assist | ||||||
| Cruise Control | ||||||
| Cruise Control on Steering Wheel | ||||||
| Dual Vanity Mirrors | ||||||
| Dual Zone Climate Control | ||||||
| Electric Power Steering | ||||||
| Front Cupholders | ||||||
| Front Door Pockets | ||||||
| Front Parking Sensors | ||||||
| Front View Camera | — | — | — | — | ||
| Interior Air Filtration | ||||||
| Leather Steering Wheel | ||||||
| Power Tilt and Telescopic Steering Wheel | ||||||
| Push Button Start | ||||||
| Rear Cupholders | ||||||
| Rear Parking Sensors | ||||||
| Rear Ventilation Ducts | ||||||
| Rear View Camera | ||||||
| Side View Camera | — | — | — | — | ||
| Transmission Controls on Steering Wheel | ||||||
| Universal Remote Transmitter | ||||||
| Wireless Charging Pad | ||||||
| In Car Entertainment (14 features) | ||||||
| AM/FM Stereo | ||||||
| Android Auto (Wireless) | ||||||
| Apple CarPlay (Wireless) | ||||||
| Infotainment Display | 11.9 in | 11.9 in | 11.9 in | 11.9 in | 11.9 in | 11.9 in |
| Premium Speaker Brand | Burmester | Burmester | Burmester | Burmester | Burmester | Burmester |
| Satellite Radio | ||||||
| Satellite Radio Trial Period | 6 months | 6 months | 6 months | 6 months | 6 months | 6 months |
| Speaker System | 15 | 17 | 15 | 17 | 15 | 17 |
| Speed Sensitive Volume Control | ||||||
| Stereo Power | 710W | 710W | 710W | 710W | 710W | 710W |
| Subwoofer Count | 2 | 2 | 2 | 2 | 2 | 2 |
| Surround Audio | Discrete | Discrete | Discrete | Discrete | Discrete | Discrete |
| USB Port | ||||||
| USB Port with External Media Control | ||||||
| Power Feature (4 features) | ||||||
| Heated Mirrors | ||||||
| Keyless Entry | ||||||
| Moonroof Type | — | 1st Row Power Glass Extended | — | 1st Row Power Glass Extended | — | 1st Row Power Glass Extended |
| One-Touch Power Windows | 4 | 4 | 4 | 4 | 4 | 4 |
| Frontseats (18 features) | ||||||
| Driver Seat Heating | Multi-level | Multi-level | Multi-level | Multi-level | Multi-level | Multi-level |
| Driver Seat Height Adjustment | ||||||
| Driver Seat Lumbar Support | Power | Power | Power | Power | Power | Power |
| Driver Seat Memory Settings | 3 | 3 | 3 | 3 | 3 | 3 |
| Driver Seat Power Adjustments | 10-way | 10-way | 10-way | 10-way | 10-way | 10-way |
| Driver Seat Thigh Extension | ||||||
| Front Head Room | 40.2 in. | 40.3 in. | 40.2 in. | 40.3 in. | 40.2 in. | 40.3 in. |
| Front Leg Room | — | 42.1 in. | — | 42.1 in. | — | 42.1 in. |
| Front Seat Type: Sport | ||||||
| Front Shoulder Room | 55.7 in. | 55.7 in. | 55.7 in. | 55.7 in. | 55.7 in. | 55.7 in. |
| Passenger Seat Heating | Multi-level | Multi-level | Multi-level | Multi-level | Multi-level | Multi-level |
| Passenger Seat Height Adjustment | ||||||
| Passenger Seat Lumbar Support | Power | Power | Power | Power | Power | Power |
| Passenger Seat Memory Settings | 3 | 3 | 3 | 3 | 3 | 3 |
| Passenger Seat Power Adjustments | 10-way | 10-way | 10-way | 10-way | 10-way | 10-way |
| Passenger Seat Thigh Extension | ||||||
| Seat Material: Leatherette | — | — | ||||
| Seat Material: Leatherette/Sueded Microfiber | — | — | — | — | ||
| Rearseats (4 features) | ||||||
| Rear Head Room | 36.0 in. | 36.0 in. | 36.0 in. | 36.0 in. | 36.0 in. | 36.0 in. |
| Rear Leg Room | — | 34.2 in. | — | 34.2 in. | — | 34.2 in. |
| Rear Shoulder Room | 48.1 in. | 52.4 in. | 48.1 in. | 52.4 in. | 48.1 in. | 52.4 in. |
| Split-Folding Rear Seatback | ||||||
| Tires and Wheels (4 features) | ||||||
| Run Flat Tires | ||||||
| Tire Size | 295/35R19 | 295/35R19 | 245/45R18 | 245/45R18 | 275/35R19 | 275/35R19 |
| Wheel Finish | Painted Alloy | Painted Alloy | Painted Alloy | Painted Alloy | Painted Alloy | Painted Alloy |
| Wheel Size | 19 x 11.0 in. | 19 x 11.0 in. | 18 x 8.0 in | 18 x 8.0 in | 19 x 9.0 in | 19 x 9.0 in |
| Suspension (3 features) | ||||||
| Four-Wheel Independent Suspension | ||||||
| Front Stabilizer Bar | ||||||
| Rear Stabilizer Bar | ||||||
| Instrumentation (5 features) | ||||||
| Clock | ||||||
| Compass | ||||||
| External Temperature Display | ||||||
| Tachometer | ||||||
| Trip Computer | ||||||
| Measurements (10 features) | ||||||
| 0-60 mph Acceleration Time | 4.0 seconds | 4.0 seconds | 6.2 seconds | 6.2 seconds | 4.2 seconds | 4.2 seconds |
| Cargo Capacity (Seats Up) | 9.6 cu.ft. | 9.8 cu.ft. | 9.6 cu.ft. | 11.2 cu.ft. | 9.6 cu.ft. | 11.2 cu.ft. |
| Country of Final Assembly | Germany | Germany | Germany | Germany | Germany | Germany |
| Curb Weight | 4597 lbs. | 4420 lbs. | 4288 lbs. | 4057 lbs. | 4486 lbs. | 4266 lbs. |
| Height | 56.5 in. | 56.5 in. | 56.1 in. | 56.2 in. | 56.1 in. | 56.2 in. |
| Length | 191.0 in. | 191.0 in. | 191.0 in. | 191.0 in. | 191.0 in. | 191.0 in. |
| Turning Circle | 40.3 ft. | — | 38.4 ft. | — | 38.4 ft. | — |
| Wheelbase | 113.2 in. | 113.2 in. | 112.8 in. | 112.8 in. | 112.8 in. | 112.8 in. |
| Width (With Mirrors) | 80.0 in. | 80.0 in. | 80.4 in. | 80.4 in. | 80.4 in. | 80.4 in. |
| Width (Without Mirrors) | 76.2 in. | 76.2 in. | 73.3 in. | 73.3 in. | 73.3 in. | 73.3 in. |
| Telematics (8 features) | ||||||
| Airbag Deployment Notification | ||||||
| Concierge Service | ||||||
| Destination Download | ||||||
| Emergency Service | ||||||
| Roadside Assistance | ||||||
| Stolen Vehicle Tracking | ||||||
| Turn-by-Turn Navigation | ||||||
| Vehicle Alarm Notification | ||||||
Frequently Asked Questions
What is the price range for the 2026 Mercedes-Benz CLE lineup?
The 2026 Mercedes-Benz CLE has a competitive starting price of $59,550, with the top-tier trims ascending to $84,600.
How efficient is the standard 2026 CLE 300 4MATIC Coupe?
The base model offers an admirable combined fuel economy rating of 27 MPG, breaking down to 24 MPG in the city and 33 MPG on the highway, demanding premium unleaded fuel.
Does the 2026 CLE offer substantial rear passenger room for a coupe?
While designed primarily for four passengers, the 2026 Mercedes-Benz CLE provides 34.2 inches of rear legroom, which is quite generous for a coupe format.
What engine options are available in the 2026 CLE, outside of the base four-cylinder?
Beyond the 2.0L turbocharged mild hybrid, buyers can select the CLE 450 with a 3.0L turbocharged six-cylinder or opt for the performance-focused AMG CLE 53 variant.
What are the exterior dimensions of the 2026 CLE?
The 2026 Mercedes-Benz CLE measures 191.0 inches long, 73.3 inches wide, and stands 56.2 inches high, giving it a planted, sporting silhouette.
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