The Mercedes-Benz CLE is a grand tourer which consists of the C236 coupe and the A236 cabriolet that were both launched in 2023 and replaced both the C and E-Class coupes.^[7]

Performance variants, the Mercedes-AMG CLE 53 and CLE 63,^[8] are also planned.^[9]

In 2005 a car named the "CLE" was rumoured and was expected to arrive in mid-2006. Thought to be based on the W204, a car of this type never came to production—until 2023.^[10] The CLE Coupe replaced both the C-Class Coupe and E-Class Coupe as part of Mercedes' drive to streamline its model range.^[11]

It has a rounded, single-bar grille with a honeycomb mesh insert and is accompanied by C-Class-style headlights and sporty air intakes. The rear includes LED taillights and an angular boot with an integrated spoiler. There is also a curved bumper that does not have exhaust cutouts.^[6]

The engine options of the CLE are shared its saloon counterpart, the W214 E-Class, all of which feature the 48-volt EQ-boost mild hybrid system. Four models are available at launch, which include the petrol CLE 200, CLE 300, CLE 450, and the diesel CLE 220d. In December 2023 Mercedes introduced the CLE 53.^[6] Official manufacture of the coupe began in October 2023, while the convertible followed in April 2024.^[12][13]

• Rear view (coupe)
• Front view (CLE 53)
• Rear view (CLE 53)
• Convertible (A236)

The CLE features the latest iteration of the Mercedes-Benz User Experience (MBUX) system, that is also seen on multiple other models. The 11.9-inch vertically-positioned touchscreen comes with a 12.3-inch instrument cluster.^[14]

The CLE features the KEYLESS-GO system and the GUARD 360° safety system which helps monitor the vehicle’s surroundings, and notifies the owner of collision detection via the Mercedes me app.^[15]