2026 Mercedes-Benz CLE-Class CLE 450

The CLE-Class is Mercedes-Benz's two-door grand tourer, offered as a coupe or convertible with a choice of four-cylinder, six-cylinder, and AMG-tuned powertrains. It squares off against the BMW 4 Series and Audi A5, blending a more elegant silhouette with a focus on comfort. The CLE handles with a poised balance between sportiness and refinement, though the ride can feel firm on rough pavement. Inside, the cabin is trimmed with high-quality materials and features the latest MBUX infotainment, with space for two adults in the rear. The CLE 450 sits between the four-cylinder CLE 300 and the AMG-tuned CLE 53, trading the 300's base price for the 3.0L inline-six's extra power and a richer standard equipment list. Its 3.0L I6 makes 375 horsepower and 369 lb-ft of torque, routed through a nine-speed automatic and all-wheel drive, with the 48V mild-hybrid system smoothing stop-start and adding a brief boost under hard acceleration. The AMG Line sport-tuned suspension is standard here, giving the convertible a firmer, more controlled ride than the CLE 300, though you'll feel sharp bumps more than in the base car.