Mercedes-Benz CLE Cabriolet
A four-seat soft-top convertible with a 258 HP 2.0 petrol, all-wheel drive and a nine-speed automatic. It suits a buyer who wants open-air driving with genuine rear seats and a full luxury cabin, and who will use it as a second car rather than for daily chauffeur duty.
- Seating
- 4
- Engine
- 1999 cc
- Mileage
- Not published
- Four seats under an acoustic fabric roof
- 258 HP and 400 Nm with 4MATIC all-wheel drive
- AIRSCARF neck heating and AIRCAP wind deflector
- Head-up display and Burmester 3D sound
- 295-litre boot with the roof down
- CLE 300 CABRIOLET 4MATIC₹1.16 crore
The only version, and it comes well equipped. Worth it if you want a usable four-seat convertible; if open-air driving is occasional, a saloon gives more space for less money.
- BMW M440i xDrive Convertible₹1.11 crore
- MG Cyberster₹82.50 – 87.49 lakh
- Mini Cooper Convertible₹58.50 – 62.90 lakh
Mercedes-Benz CLE Cabriolet specifications
- Claimed mileageNot published
- Transmission9-speed automatic (9G-TRONIC)
- Body typeConvertible
- Fuel typePetrol
- Engine1999 cc
- Seating capacity4
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| Engines | 2.0 turbo petrol, mild hybrid |
|---|---|
| Gearboxes | 9-speed automatic (9G-TRONIC) |
| Power | 258 HP |
| Torque | 400 Nm |
| Claimed mileage | Not published |
| Seats | 4 |
| Length | 4850 mm |
| Width | 1861 mm |
| Height | 1424 mm |
| Wheelbase | 2865 mm |
| Ground clearance | Not published |
| Boot space | 295 litres |
| Fuel tank | 66 litres |
Mercedes-Benz CLE Cabriolet variants: price and features
- Base variantCLE Cabriolet
CLE 300 CABRIOLET 4MATIC
₹1.16 croreOn-road priceKey features- Acoustic fabric soft-top
- AIRSCARF neck-level heating
- 4MATIC all-wheel drive
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- Acoustic fabric soft-top
- AIRSCARF neck-level heating
- 4MATIC all-wheel drive
- Head-up display
- Burmester 3D surround sound
- Ventilated front seats
Our verdict on the CLE Cabriolet
The CLE Cabriolet is a well-equipped, comfortable four-seat convertible. At ₹1.16 crore ex-showroom the CLE 300 4MATIC gets 258 HP, all-wheel drive, adaptive LED DIGITAL LIGHT, a head-up display, Burmester 3D sound, ventilated seats and the AIRSCARF and AIRCAP systems that make roof-down driving comfortable on cooler evenings. The catch is Indian weather and roads. The roof will stay up for much of the year in most cities, and a convertible is a niche car at resale. Buy it if you want the experience and can use it on weekends; otherwise an E-Class LWB costs less and is far more practical.
Good things
- Four real seats with a quiet acoustic roof
- All-wheel drive and a smooth 258 HP petrol
- Comprehensive kit, including head-up display
- AIRSCARF and AIRCAP improve roof-down comfort
Could be better
- Small 295-litre boot
- Indian heat and dust limit roof-down use
- Niche car with uncertain resale
- High price for a 2.0 four-cylinder
Mercedes-Benz CLE Cabriolet colours and photos
- Obsidian Black
- MANUFAKTUR Graphite Grey Magno
- Graphite Grey
- MANUFAKTUR Opalite White Bright
- High-tech Silver
- MANUFAKTUR Alpine Grey Solid
- Spectral Blue
- MANUFAKTUR Patagonia Red Bright
Mercedes-Benz CLE Cabriolet: four seats and a fabric roof
The CLE Cabriolet replaces the old C-Class and E-Class convertibles in Mercedes-Benz's line-up. It is 4,850 mm long with a 2,865 mm wheelbase and seats four. India gets one version, the CLE 300 4MATIC, with a 1,999 cc turbo petrol making 258 HP and 400 Nm plus a 23 HP mild-hybrid boost, a nine-speed automatic and all-wheel drive. Mercedes-Benz claims 0-100 km/h in 6.6 seconds.
The roof is an acoustic fabric soft-top. Standard equipment includes AMG Line styling, 19-inch AMG wheels, DIGITAL LIGHT, AIRSCARF neck-level heating, AIRCAP wind deflector, ventilated and powered front seats with memory, head-up display, Burmester 3D sound, augmented-reality navigation and a 360-degree camera. Mercedes-Benz India lists it at ₹1.16 crore ex-showroom in October 2026. The boot holds 295 litres with the roof stowed.
Can adults use the rear seats?
Yes for shorter trips. It is a four-seater with proper rear seats, not token ones, but legroom and headroom are tighter than in a saloon. With the roof down, rear passengers get more wind, even with AIRCAP.
How practical is a convertible in India?
Heat, dust and rain limit roof-down driving to cooler months and evenings in most cities. A fabric roof also needs care if parked outdoors. Treat it as a weekend or second car.
Why is it all-wheel drive?
Mercedes-Benz India sells only the CLE 300 4MATIC. All-wheel drive helps traction in the wet and on poor surfaces, though it adds weight.
What about resale?
Convertibles are a small market in India, so finding a buyer later can take longer than with a saloon or SUV. Factor that into the cost of ownership.
CLE Cabriolet vs rivals
| Spec | Mercedes-Benz CLE Cabriolet₹1.16 crore | BMW M440i xDrive Convertible₹1.11 crore | MG Cyberster₹82.50 – 87.49 lakh | Mini Cooper Convertible₹58.50 – 62.90 lakh | Maserati GranCabrio₹3.00 crore |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Body | Convertible | Convertible | Convertible | Convertible | Convertible |
| Fuel | Petrol | Petrol | Electric | Petrol | Petrol |
| Engines | 2.0 turbo petrol, mild hybrid | 3.0 turbo petrol (inline-six) | Dual electric motors, all-wheel drive | 2.0 turbo petrol | 3.0 twin-turbo V6 petrol |
| Power | 258 HP | 392 PS | 510 PS | 204 hp (150 kW) | 550 PS |
| Gearbox | 9-speed automatic (9G-TRONIC) | 8-speed automatic | Single-speed automatic | 7-speed DCT | 8-speed automatic |
| Mileage | — | 12.72 km/l | 580 km claimed (MIDC) | 16.82 km/l | — |
| Seats | 4 | 4 | 2 | 4 | 4 |
| Boot | 295 litres | — | 249 litres | 215 litres | 172 litres |
| Compare | Viewing | CLE Cabriolet vs M440i xDrive Convertible | CLE Cabriolet vs Cyberster | CLE Cabriolet vs Cooper Convertible | CLE Cabriolet vs GranCabrio |
Mercedes-Benz CLE Cabriolet on-road price and EMI
Every state →- New Delhi₹1.33 crore
- Mumbai₹1.37 crore
- Bengaluru₹1.45 crore
- Chennai₹1.45 crore
- Kolkata₹1.33 crore
- Bhopal₹1.38 crore
Estimated for the cheapest and dearest variant we price: road tax, registration, FASTag and insurance. Own-damage insurance varies by insurer.
CLE Cabriolet EMI
₹1,94,897 a month
On ₹1.16 crore ex-showroom, 20% down (₹23.20 lakh), 5 years at 9.5%. Total interest ₹24.14 lakh.
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Mercedes-Benz CLE Cabriolet FAQ
What is the price of the Mercedes-Benz CLE Cabriolet in India?
The Mercedes-Benz CLE Cabriolet costs ₹1.16 crore ex-showroom, depending on the variant. The on-road price adds road tax, registration and insurance, which depend on your state.
Which fuel options does the Mercedes-Benz CLE Cabriolet come with?
The Mercedes-Benz CLE Cabriolet is sold with petrol power (2.0 turbo petrol, mild hybrid).
How many people can the Mercedes-Benz CLE Cabriolet seat?
The Mercedes-Benz CLE Cabriolet is a 4-seater convertible.
What is the length of the Mercedes-Benz CLE Cabriolet?
The Mercedes-Benz CLE Cabriolet is 4850 mm long, 1861 mm wide and 1424 mm tall, with a 2865 mm wheelbase.
How much boot space does the Mercedes-Benz CLE Cabriolet have?
The Mercedes-Benz CLE Cabriolet has 295 litres of boot space.
Does the Mercedes-Benz CLE Cabriolet come with an automatic gearbox?
The Mercedes-Benz CLE Cabriolet is offered with 9-speed automatic (9g-tronic) gearboxes.
Which Mercedes-Benz CLE Cabriolet variant should I buy?
It depends on your budget and which features you will actually use. Book a 15-minute call with Smart4Wheels and we will tell you which variant is worth it for you, and which to skip.
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