CLE [Official] Mercedes-Benz CLE Coupé (C236)

[sako97]

CLE53’s have surprisingly become a very hot commodity in my area, and dealers are backlogged on orders. Makes sense since it’s the sweet spot from chassis/engine perspective. This would not have been the case if they put in the 2L 4 that’s ruined the C63. I presume at lot of CLE53 owners will transition to the 63 when it’s released.

 

[Design FIRST]

CLE53’s have surprisingly become a very hot commodity in my area, and dealers are backlogged on orders. Makes sense since it’s the sweet spot from chassis/engine perspective. This would not have been the case if they put in the 2L 4 that’s ruined the C63. I presume at lot of CLE53 owners will transition to the 63 when it’s released.

Yes, here in its home market, as well as in my particular region, the CLE appears to be quite a hit.

 

[Merc1]

The CLE in general is very popular around here too. It’s the only semi affordable way into a 2-door Mercedes.

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[AbsoluteUnit]

The CLE in general is very popular around here too. It’s the only semi affordable way into a 2-door Mercedes.

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It helps that it's also a better looking car than the M440i and M4. And the 53 sits somewhere between the two in terms of performance.

 

[Swissbob]

It helps that it's also a better looking car than the M440i and M4. And the 53 sits somewhere between the two in terms of performance.

Exactly Compared to its predecessor the E53, the chassis has been completely reworked.

It’s not a souped up 450 anymore.

As a A238 owner I am really curious how this car drives. It might become my favorite from the current lineup.

 

[magejo]

CLE 63 Leak ? -> https://mbpassion.de/2025/07/amg-cle-mit-m177-v8-leak-aus-affalterbach-sorgt-fuer-aufsehen/

 

[AbsoluteUnit]

CLE 63 Leak ?

Not sure if it is the M177. Might be the new engine.

 

[leylandi]

PR work

 

[Rolf]

Interesting new CLE prototype stopped by @skipdasher on Instagram.

Now that looks f&cking amazing. Love that massive bonnet scoop, wide wheel arches and huge lower intakes. Look very aggressive and likely to eat some M4's for breakfast lol.

 

[Design FIRST]

Now that looks f&cking amazing. Love that massive bonnet scoop, wide wheel arches and huge lower intakes. Look very aggressive and likely to eat some M4's for breakfast lol.

Diff'rent strokes.

Save the wide body, do NOT like. I'd love to see a wide-bodied CLE totally devoid of vents and scoops. More of an "athletically elegant sleeper" than a steroid-laden "look at me" extrovert.

 

[Merc1]

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[Swissbob]

The beige interior looks good, but it’s not available with Nappa leather.

The car feels unfortunately a bit cheaper than the E predecessor.