Let's compare Mercedes-Benz CLE CLE 300 Cabriolet vs BMW Z4 M40i

Compare Mercedes-Benz CLE CLE 300 Cabriolet vs BMW Z4 M40i price, specifications, mileage, features and performance to find the best car for you.

Mercedes-Benz CLE CLE 300 Cabriolet
Mercedes-Benz CLE
BMW Z4 M40i
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Mercedes-Benz CLE CLE 300 Cabriolet

Price

₹ 1.26 Cr

On-Road Price New Delhi

EMI

₹ 2.32 Lakh/month

BMW Z4 M40i

Price

₹ 99.49 Lakh

On-Road Price New Delhi

EMI

₹ 1.84 Lakh/month

From the above comparison, we can conclude that BMW Z4 feels light on the pocket compared to Mercedes-Benz CLE by ₹26,08,407.

Dimensions & Seating

Body Type

Convertible

Convertible

Length

4850 mm +526

4324 mm

Width

1861 mm

1864 mm +3

Height

1423 mm +119

1304 mm

WheelBase

2865 mm +395

2470 mm

Ground Clearance

157 mm +43

114 mm

Seating Capacity

4 +2

2

Fuel Tank Capacity

66 Liters +14

52 Liters

Boot Space

385 Liters +104

281 Liters

Engine & Transmission

Fuel Type

--

Petrol

Mileage (KMPL)

6.5 Km/l

12.8 +6.3

Range

429 Kms

582 Kms +153

Engine Type

3.0l M256 Turbocharged I6 + Eq Boost

B58 Turbocharged I6

Powertrain Assistance

Mild Hybrid

Mild Hybrid

Emission Standards

Bs Vi

Bs Vi

No. of Cylinders

4

6 +2

Displacement

2999 cc +1

2998 cc

Max Power

429 bhp +94

335 bhp @ 5000-6500 rpm

Max Torque

429 Nm

500 Nm @ 1600-4500 rpm +71

Transmission Type

AT

AT

Gear Box

9-TC

8-Speed

Drive Type

--

RWD

Top Speed

250

250

Steering and Suspension

Tilt Adjust

Yes

Yes

Telescopic Adjust

Yes

Yes

Turning Radius

5.3

5.5 +0.2

Front Suspension

Independent Multi-link Suspension with Air Springs

--

Rear Suspension

Independent Multi-link Suspension with Air Springs

--

Front Brakes

Disc

--

Rear Brakes

Ventilated Disc

--

Safety & Security

Airbags

7 +3

4

Seatbelt Warning

Yes

Yes

Over Speeding Warning

Yes

Yes

Anti-lock Braking System

Yes

Yes

ESP

Yes

Yes

Brake Assist

Yes

Yes

Tyre Pressure Monitor System

Yes

Yes

Reverse Camera

Yes

Yes

360 Camera

No

Yes

Hill Assist

Yes

Yes

Hill Descent Control

Yes

No

Child Lock

Yes

Yes

Isofix Child Seat Mount

Yes

Yes

Engine Immobilizer

Yes

Yes

ADAS

Yes

Yes

Comfort & Convenience

Power Windows

Front And Rear

Only Front

ORVM Adjustment

Electric

Electric

Request Sensors

Yes

Yes

Push Button Start

Yes

Yes

Cruise Control

Yes

Yes

Keyless Entry

Yes

Yes

Steering Mounted Control

Yes

Yes

Climate Control

Automatic

Automatic

Rear AC Vents

Yes

No

Adjustable Steering Column

Yes

Yes

Interior Features

Upholstery

Leather

Leather

Adjustable Front Seats

Yes

Yes

Height Adjustable Driver Seat

Yes

Yes

Rear Armrest

Yes

No

Rear Cup Holders

Yes

--

Front Cup Holders

Yes

Yes

Cooled Glovebox

Yes

Yes

Exterior Features

Sunroof

Panoramic

Not Compatible

Wheels

Alloy

Alloy

Fog Lights

Yes

Yes

Tyre Size

--

255 / 35 R19

Daytime Running Lights

LED

LED

Headlight Type

Projector Led

Projector Led

Tailgate

Electric

Electric

Roof Rails

No

No

Rear Wiper

No

No

Infotainment & Telematics

Touch Screen

Yes

Yes

Screen Size

12.3 inch

10.25 inch

USB Port

Yes

Yes

Navigation System

Yes

Yes

Speakers

6

12

Remote App Control

Yes

Yes

Wireless Charging

Yes

Yes

Smartphone Connectivity

Yes

Yes

Telematics

Digital

Digital

Connectivity & Internet

USB Port

Yes

Yes

Navigation

Yes

Yes

Smartphone Connectivity

Yes

Yes

Mercedes-Benz CLE Vs BMW Z4 Colors
Mercedes-Benz CLE Patagonia Red Bright

Patagonia Red Bright

BMW Z4 ALPINE WHITE 3

ALPINE WHITE 3

Mercedes-Benz CLE Patagonia Red Bright

Patagonia Red Bright

BMW Z4 ALPINE WHITE 3

ALPINE WHITE 3

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Mercedes-Benz CLE Vs BMW Z4 FAQs

The ex-showroom price of the Mercedes-Benz CLE Cabriolet starts at around ₹1.17 crore in New Delhi. On-road prices can range from approximately ₹1.26 crore to ₹1.41 crore, depending on the city and taxes.

The Mercedes-Benz CLE Cabriolet is powered by a 2.0-litre, four-cylinder turbo-petrol engine with a 48V mild-hybrid system.

The engine produces 255 bhp (258 PS) and 400 Nm of torque. The mild-hybrid system can provide an additional boost of up to 23 hp.

The CLE Cabriolet can accelerate from 0 to 100 km/h in 6.6 seconds.

The top speed of the CLE Cabriolet is electronically limited to 250 km/h.

The ARAI-certified mileage of the CLE Cabriolet is 12 kmpl. Owner-reported mileage can be around 10.5 kmpl.

The Mercedes-Benz CLE Cabriolet is a four-seater convertible, which means you can drop the roof and enjoy open-air drives with friends or family.

The CLE Cabriolet features an electrically operated triple-layer fabric soft top. In plain words, it opens and closes at the push of a button, keeps the cabin quiet even at highway speeds, and insulates well enough to handle both hot summers and chilly winters without fuss.

The interior includes the MBUX infotainment system with an 11.9-inch portrait-style touchscreen, a 12.3-inch digital instrument cluster, and a high-end Burmester 3D surround sound system. In simple terms, it feels like sitting inside a luxury lounge on wheels, with big crisp screens to control everything and a sound system that makes your playlists feel like a live concert.

The boot space of the CLE Cabriolet is 385 litres with the roof up, and it reduces to 295 litres when the roof is folded down. To picture it, with the roof up you can fit about two large trolley bags and a smaller duffle, while with the roof down you’ll still manage a couple of medium suitcases, though packing light becomes the smarter choice for top-down trips.

The Mercedes-Benz CLE effectively replaces both the C-Class and E-Class Coupe and Cabriolet models, streamlining the brand's two-door luxury car offerings. In simple terms, it combines the best of both worlds—sporty coupe style and refined luxury—so buyers don’t have to choose between a smaller or larger two-door Mercedes anymore.

The CLE Cabriolet is 4,850 mm long, 1,861 mm wide, and 1,423 mm tall, with a wheelbase of 2,865 mm. In simpler terms, it’s a spacious and sleek two-door car that feels roomy inside for passengers, while still looking low and sporty on the road, giving it that perfect blend of style and comfort.

Yes, the CLE 300 variant available in India comes with the 4MATIC all-wheel-drive system as standard.

The Mercedes-Benz CLE Cabriolet is equipped with 11 airbags, including a front center airbag, for enhanced safety. In simple words, it’s like having a soft shield all around you—protecting the driver and passengers from every side in case of an accident, so you can enjoy open-top drives with peace of mind.

The BMW Z4 M40i starts at around ₹87.90 lakh (ex-showroom).

This is a car for the driver who wants attention, style, and performance—someone who doesn’t need four seats, wants the wind in their hair, and doesn’t mind paying more for smiles per kilometre. Entrepreneurs, professionals, or luxury-car lovers who treat their car like an experience, not just transport.

Length: 4.324 meters (≈ 14.18 ft), Width: 1.864 meters (≈ 6.11 ft), Height: 1.304 meters (≈ 4.28 ft), Ground Clearance: ~ 114 mm, Boot space: 281 litres. Seats: 2. So no space for “uncle + aunty + kids” plus luggage; more for “me, my mate, and weekend bags.”

1. Engine: 3.0-litre inline-six petrol, turbocharged, producing about 340 hp and 500 Nm torque. 2. Drive: Rear-wheel drive (RWD) 3. Transmission: 8-speed automatic (torque converter) in most variants. Some variants with manual control / paddle shifts.

ARAI-claimed mileage: ≈ 12.8 kmpl for the petrol Z4 M40i. Cost per km considering Petrol at INR 102: ₹7.97/km
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