Stuttgart has just witnessed the dawn of a new era in open-air luxury driving, with the unveiling of the Mercedes-Benz CLE Cabriolet. This four-seater beauty isn’t just any car; it’s your year-round ticket to the exclusive club of open-air enjoyment, now launched in Europe.
The CLE Cabriolet is packed to the brim with features that sound like they’re straight out of a sci-fi novel: an acoustic soft top for silent stargazing sessions, Aircap and Airscarf systems to keep you warm when the mercury drops, and a cockpit that could easily be mistaken for the bridge of a spaceship, thanks to its dynamic ambient lighting and futuristic displays.
But the fun doesn’t stop there. With a soft top that opens in a whisper-quiet 20 seconds, and a boot that magically accommodates your luggage without you lifting a finger, Mercedes has thought of everything. And let’s not forget the leather seats that refuse to get hot under the sun, thanks to their special sun-reflecting coating.
For those who appreciate the finer details, the interior is a masterpiece of design, featuring chrome trim and man-made nappa leather-effect upholstery that screams luxury. The driving experience? Nothing short of electrifying, with electrified engines that promise sporty yet comfortable rides.
Launching at the end of April 2024 in Europe, with a starting price of 66,402 euros (INR 59.33 lakh), the CLE Cabriolet is not just a car. It’s a statement. A statement that says, “Winter, do your worst. I’ve got a Mercedes.”
Europe specifications-
| CLE 220 d | CLE 200 | CLE 200 4MATIC | CLE 300 4MATIC | CLE 450 4MATIC | ||
| Displacement | cc | 1,993 | 1,999 | 1,999 | 1,999 | 2,999 |
| Rated power | kW/hp | 145/197 | 150/204 | 150/204 | 190/258 | 280/381 |
| at | rpm | 3,600 | 5,800 | 5,800 | 5,800 | 5,800-6,100 |
| Additional power boost | kW/hp | 17/23 | 17/23 | 17/23 | 17/23 | 17/23 |
| Rated torque | Nm | 440 | 320 | 320 | 400 | 500 |
| at | rpm | 1,800-2,800 | 1,600-4,000 | 1,600-4,000 | 2,000-3,200 | 1,800-5,000 |
| Additional torque boost | Nm | 205 | 205 | 205 | 205 | 205 |
| Combined fuel consumption (WLTP)4 | l/100 km | 5.4-4.9 | 7.4-6.7 | 7.6-6.9 | 7.7-7.3 | 8.5-7.9 |
| Combined CO₂ emissions (WLTP)4 | g/km | 142-128 | 168-152 | 172-157 | 179-165 | 192-180 |
| Acceleration 0-100 km/h | s | 7.9 | 7.9 | 8.0 | 6.6 | 4.7 |
| Maximum speed | km/h | 234 | 236 | 232 | 250 | 250 |
| Base price in Germany incl. VAT | euros | 68,782.00 | 66,402.00 | 68,782.00 | 76,814.50 | 88,357.50 |
