CLE 450 Coupe Driven! The Best Mercedes-Benz? + AMG News!

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Spoiler - the 4 Series is going to have trouble against this one! The new #CLE Coupe is a gorgeous replacement to both C Coupe and E Coupe in the #MercedesBenz line up! This alongside the new AMG GT, are now the only 2 door coupes the company sells — so they have a lot of burden on them as the only options available.

The CLE starts things off on the right foot, with a gorgeous design taking more from #mercedes’ sporty coupe heritage, rather than the “pillar less” luxury coupes of the part, and thanks to it’s muscle it almost looks like a w205 C63 coupe — and that’s just the standard car!

Then the powertrains, again we’re off to a great start - this is the CLE 450, with an inline 6 Cylinder engine, and 4matic all-wheel-drive! The CLE sounds good with this engine, particularly when you active the internal sound experience called “progressive sport mode”, which magnifies the engine sound for the interior occupants! I’ll show you this later, you’ll love it! This produces 381BHP and a 0-60 of 4.4 seconds.

The CLE has to satiate both C Coupe and E Coupe customers — for C Class fans, it’s still a sporty and dynamic car, but with much more tech, luxury and refinement than it’s ever had before, including things like rear wheel steering (the only one in class!), massaging seats, and adaptive sport suspension. For the E Class fans, you get a car as big, or larger than the previous both outside and in - and tech that largely reflects what you get in the new W214.

But, for the most part, the CLE really looks more like a C Class rather than the new E Class, but that’s not a bad thing in this journalist’s opinion. It’s nice to see that it’s not bloated in weight vs the rivals too, with the CLE weighing in at around 1900KG, it matches the 440i xdrive.

Mercedes once tried this with the CLK in the past, but the build quality then as not up to scratch — and now technology has come far enough that a car can be both sporty and luxurious without sacrificing on either! Indeed both BMW and Audi have also employed this strategy successfully with both the 4 series and A5, so it makes sense.

Engines wise, we will also get a host of 4 Pots ranging from 200HP in the CLE 200 and 220d to 258HP in the CLE 300. Plug ins are coming later, expect them to match the current C and E. There is a Cabriolet too, but this doesn’t benefit from the plug ins, not rear wheel steering.

What about the AMGs then? There are enough spy photos and videos to now make an educated guess on these! Firstly, I think the entry level model will be a CLE 53, and I think it’ll use a new AMG 6 cylinder unit, probably getting close to 500BHP. As for CLE 63, I think it will have the 4 cylinder battery/combustion hybrid like the C63, likely producing 680BHP in a 2.2 tonne thing. The great thing from what I can see however - is that they both seem to share the wide body AMG design! Which means if you only want the emotional 6 cylinder entry level car, you’ll still get the full design experience!

Today however is the first test drive of the new CLE - so I really want to see how a standard Mercedes Benz will stack up in the modern age against excellent cars available at rival houses. Will we have to rely on an AMG to have fun, or is this standard car good enough to put a smile on my face? Let’s find out. :)

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[RemoveBeforeRace]

Love this car, would own it without going full AMG. But it does give me lots of hope for the AMG! (53 anyway) 😈

[benvaldovinos]

I wish they had changed the silhouette bc it still looks like a c coupe from the profile, with the updated e class face

[lguhsrd]

I know it’s a thing from the past but, these newer cars will NEVER have the charisma from old 2000’s AMGs. 55s and 63s (and 65s) had raw power, looks was so badass, with big engines. These new cars feel so blend

[pierson]

Still loving my 20 years old SL55 AMG !! Still able to keep up with most modern vehicles on the road!!! Always enjoy and look forward each and every ones of your review!!! Thanks!!

[Adrimo]

As a C class coupe owner I like the smaller car, that is the point of having the C class range I don't want it bigger than the E class coupe.

[WMCS]

Really love the detailed videos with all the real time comparison. Probably one of the better channel for Merc enthusiasts I’ve seen.

[Dragonson]

The rear isn't doing it for me honestly. But then again, I can't afford it lol.

[undergroundoutlaw]

Your graphics are so good I’m having trouble telling reality from Fx 🤣

[majsaghui]

RBR videos never fails to make me question reality.

[Paul-twyi]

Owned a 2013 E550 coupe and currently own a 2020 E450 convertible. I'm disappointed Mercedes decided to get rid of coupe and convertible E class for this. The interior and exterior just doesnt do it for me, but I'll test drive it and see how it feels. I beleive the Eclass was the best car for the money Mercedes made.

[whereisthedollar]

I sold my 2013 E350 coupe a year ago. Ordered a Vivid Orange Metallic V8 2SS Camaro with the 455 HP NPP (dual mode exhaust) before they discontinue them too. What a blast. No regrets. I like the look and size of this CLE 450 Coupe, but that six and fake noise is a no go. Never heard the car from the outside in this review to determine any sound from the engine.

[DaCake]

I’ve waited years for Mercedes to come out with an affordable sporty convertible that I really like and they finally did it this year. My favorite car is the AMG Roadster, but this is such a nice car for the price tag. Soon as it’s released Im buying one. Please review the convertible again!

[fju]

I would definitely consider this. Been looking at some cars, don't want to part with my E350 4matic yet. But when it's time, will be looking at this.

[fransmnguni]

Been a while I’ve seen a smile on your face with newer Mercedes cars.. I guess they definitely delivered with this one 👌🏽 impressive review 👊🏾❤️

[MegaRetr]

Love everything about it except the fact it won’t be V8.

[katman]

I’ve historically been a BMW guy, but this may be my next car. Great review! Thanks.

[georgkilianbraunig]

i like the fact, that they still make actuall cars...meaning good looking, engines that are not shy, and proper Interieurs
only thing missing is a I6 or V6 diesel engine

[cigarjefe]

This needs an updated panamerica grill and real quad tail pipes

[travisbruce]

Cl/S coupe has always been my favorite. Beautiful car in and out. Was never a fan of Mercedes smaller coupe, always looked like they could've did more lol

[freddybarrangu]

Can´t wait for a AMG 63 version of the CLE