2025 Mercedes-Benz CLE 300 vs. 2025 Mercedes-Benz GLC 300 Review

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2025 Mercedes-Benz
CLE 300

MSRP*: $58,000
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2025 Mercedes-Benz
GLC 300

MSRP*: $59,300
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MPG - City 24 MPG 24 MPG
MPG - Hwy 34 MPG Info not available
Seating Capacity 4 seats 5 seats
Cargo Space Info not available 52.6 ft3
Engine
  • 255-hp, 2.0-liter, 4 Cylinder Engine (Gasoline/Mild Electric Hybrid)
  • 255-hp, 2.0-liter, 4 Cylinder Engine (Gasoline/Mild Electric Hybrid)
Transmission Automatic Automatic
Drivetrain All Wheel Drive All Wheel Drive
Horsepower 255 hp 255 hp
Towing Capacity Info not available 3,500 lbs
Exterior Length 191.0 in 187.5 in
Exterior Width 73.3 in 75.6 in
Leg Room Front 42.1 in
Rear 34.2 in
Front 40.8 in
Rear 37.2 in
Head Room Front 40.3 in
Rear 36.0 in
Front 38.9 in
Rear 38.3 in

*MSRP and Invoice prices displayed are for educational purposes only, do not reflect the actual selling price of a particular vehicle, and do not include applicable gas taxes or destination charges.

Comparison Review

Comfort
Passengers in the back seat will be able to stretch out a lot more in the Mercedes-Benz GLC 300 than the Mercedes-Benz CLE 300, due to its greater head- and legroom. The Mercedes-Benz CLE 300 will be a favorite with taller drivers due to its greater front head- and legroom than the Mercedes-Benz GLC 300.

Convenience
The Mercedes-Benz CLE 300 will require fewer stops at the gas station than the Mercedes-Benz GLC 300, making it more convenient to drive.

Cost
There are a lot of factors to consider when calculating the overall cost of a vehicle. The main consideration is Manufacturer's Suggested Retail Price (MSRP). When looking only at MSRP, the Mercedes-Benz CLE 300 will have less of an impact on your bank account than the Mercedes-Benz GLC 300.

Dimensions
Since the Mercedes-Benz CLE 300 is much slimmer than the Mercedes-Benz GLC 300, it'll be much easier to find a wide enough space in a crowded parking lot. When looking at overall length, the Mercedes-Benz CLE 300 takes up about the same amount of space in your garage as the Mercedes-Benz GLC 300.

Performance
In terms of horsepower, it's basically a tie between the Mercedes-Benz CLE 300 and the Mercedes-Benz GLC 300.

Powertrain
With similar torque, the Mercedes-Benz CLE 300 and the Mercedes-Benz GLC 300 do an equal job of transmitting their engine's power to their wheels.

Utility
The Mercedes-Benz CLE 300 has less seating than the Mercedes-Benz GLC 300, making the Mercedes-Benz GLC 300 the better choice if you need to chauffeur many passengers.