2026 Mercedes-Benz CLE Coupe & Cabriolet Performance

 
If you’re shopping for a new vehicle that blends elegant luxury with high-end performance, you’ll want to consider the Mercedes-Benz CLE line. Boasting several premium engine options capable of impressive power, the 2026 Mercedes-Benz CLE Coupe and Cabriolet provide the thrilling driving experience you crave. Learn more about the Mercedes-Benz CLE specs, from horsepower to acceleration times, with this performance guide from Mercedes-Benz of Wilmington.

2026 Mercedes-Benz CLE Engine Specs

Although the Mercedes-Benz CLE lineup offers two body styles—a sporty coupe and an adventurous convertible—the models’ equivalent configurations provide the same sophisticated power and handling on the streets of New Castle. Explore the Mercedes-Benz CLE specifications for each Coupe and Cabriolet trim below to determine which has the premium performance you need for your travels through West Chester, PA:

Mercedes-Benz CLE 300 4MATIC® Coupe/Cabriolet

• Engine: 2.0L inline-4 turbo with mild hybrid drive
• Drivetrain:4MATIC® all-wheel drive
• Transmission: 9-speed automatic (9G-TRONIC®)
• Horsepower: 255 hp
• Torque: 295 lb-ft

Mercedes-Benz CLE 450 4MATIC® Coupe/Cabriolet

• Engine: 3.0L inline-6 turbo with mild hybrid drive
• Drivetrain: 4MATIC® all-wheel drive
• Transmission: 9-speed automatic (9G-TRONIC®)
• Horsepower: 375 hp
• Torque: 369 lb-ft

Mercedes-AMG® CLE 53 Coupe/Cabriolet

• Engine: AMG®-enhanced 3.0L inline-6 turbo with hybrid assist and electric auxiliary compressor
• Drivetrain: AMG® Performance 4MATIC®+ all-wheel drive
• Transmission: AMG® SPEEDSHIFT® TCT 9-speed
• Horsepower: 443 hp
• Torque: 413 lb-ft

2026 Mercedes-Benz CLE Coupe & Cabriolet 0–60 Times

Regardless of which powertrain you prefer, you’ll receive acceleration and speed that feels more at home on the track than on the roads of Newark. See all the 2026 Mercedes-Benz CLE 0–60 times broken down by trim level below:

• 2026 Mercedes-Benz CLE 300 4MATIC® Coupe/Cabriolet: 6.2 seconds*

• • 2026 Mercedes-Benz CLE 450 4MATIC® Coupe/Cabriolet: 4.2 seconds*

• 2026 Mercedes-AMG® CLE 53 Coupe/Cabriolet: 4 seconds* (Requires AMG® Dynamic Plus Package)

2026 Mercedes-Benz CLE MPG Ratings

Even with all the exceptional power available under the hood, the 2026 Mercedes-Benz CLE Cabriolet and Coupe remain efficient options for your morning commute. Explore the full range of Mercedes-Benz CLE Coupe and Cabriolet fuel economy ratings in the breakdown below:

• 2026 Mercedes-Benz CLE 300 4MATIC® Coupe: 23 mpg city / 32 mpg highway**

• • 2026 Mercedes-Benz CLE 300 4MATIC® Cabriolet: 24 mpg city / 33 mpg highway**
  • 2026 Mercedes-Benz CLE 450 4MATIC® Coupe: 23 mpg city / 33 mpg highway**
  • 2026 Mercedes-Benz CLE 450 4MATIC® Cabriolet: 23 mpg city / 32 mpg highway**

• 2026 Mercedes-AMG® CLE 53 Coupe: 20 mpg city / 27 mpg highway**

• 2026 Mercedes-AMG® CLE 53 Cabriolet: 19 mpg city / 26 mpg highway**

Experience The Thrill Of The Mercedes-Benz CLE At Mercedes-Benz of Wilmington

Take your performance research offline and onto the streets of Wilmington when you visit Mercedes-Benz of Wilmington. Contact us online or by phone at to schedule a test drive of a new Mercedes-Benz CLE Coupe or Cabriolet, and our team will help you get behind the wheel of your favorite configuration. While you wait for your appointment, consider applying for financing and valuing your trade-in online to minimize the paperwork that stands between you and your race-ready Mercedes-Benz CLE.

Disclaimers:

*Stated rates of acceleration are estimated based upon manufacturer’s track results and may vary depending on model, environmental and road surface conditions, driving style, elevation and vehicle load.

**EPA estimated fuel economy. Compare the estimated mpg to the estimated mpg of other vehicles. You may get different mileage depending on how fast you drive, weather conditions and trip length. Your actual highway mileage will probably be less than the highway estimate.