Mercedes-Benz AMG C-Class vs Mercedes-Benz CLE
Verdict
The Mercedes-Benz AMG C-Class costs RM443,888 against the Mercedes-Benz CLE at RM518,888, so the gap is RM75,000. Mechanically, the AMG C-Class is the harder-hitting car: 402 hp, 500 Nm and 0-100 km/h in 4.6 seconds, versus 255 hp, 400 Nm and 6.2 seconds. Both have all-wheel drive, seven airbags, AEB, a four-year warranty and RM380 annual road tax. The CLE counters with coupe style, a larger 66-litre tank and a tiny 5-litre boot advantage. But it seats four, not five.
AMG C-Class
Pick the Mercedes-Benz AMG C-Class if you want the quicker car, the fifth seat and the lower price.
CLE
Pick the Mercedes-Benz CLE if you want the coupe body, longer fuel range potential from its 66-litre tank and can live with four seats.
Key differences
- Price: AMG C-Class RM443,888; CLE RM518,888
- Body and seats: AMG C-Class sedan with 5 seats; CLE coupe with 4 seats
- Output: AMG C-Class 402 hp/500 Nm; CLE 255 hp/400 Nm
- 0-100 km/h: AMG C-Class 4.6 s; CLE 6.2 s
- Boot and tank: AMG C-Class 455 L/50 L; CLE 460 L/66 L
- Size: AMG C-Class 4,751 mm long and 1,820 mm wide; CLE 4,850 mm long and 1,860 mm wide
AMG C-Class
- Much stronger 402 hp and 500 Nm output
- Quicker 4.6-second 0-100 km/h time
- Five seats and a lower RM443,888 price
- Smaller 50-litre fuel tank
- Boot is 455 litres, 5 litres down on the CLE
- Sedan body is less of a style-led choice than a coupe
CLE
- Coupe body with a longer 4,850 mm footprint
- Larger 66-litre fuel tank
- Slightly bigger 460-litre boot
- Only four seats
- Slower at 6.2 seconds from 0-100 km/h
- 255 hp and 400 Nm are well below the AMG C-Class
| Price & overview | ||
|---|---|---|
| Price | RM 443,888✓ | RM 518,888 |
| Body type | Sedan | Coupe |
| Segment | Compact Executive | Compact Executive |
| Assembly | CKD | CBU |
| Powertrain | ||
| Engine Tech | 16-valve DOHC, Turbocharged with Direct Fuel Injection and Variable Valve Timing, Mild Hybrid Assist | 16-valve DOHC, Turbocharged with Direct Fuel Injection and Variable Valve Timing |
| Capacity | 1,999 cc | 1,999 cc |
| Horsepower | 402 hp✓ | 255 hp |
| Torque | 500 Nm✓ | 400 Nm |
| Cylinder Arrangement | Inline | Inline |
| Timing Type | Chain | Chain |
| Fuel | Petrol Hybrid/REV | Petrol Hybrid/REV |
| Bore | — | 83 mm |
| Compression Ratio | — | 10.5 |
| Number of Motors | 1 | 1 |
| Motor Horsepower | 14 hp | 23 hp✓ |
| Motor Torque | — | 205 Nm |
| Battery Type | Lithium-ion | Lithium-ion |
| Battery Capacity | — | 1 kWh |
| Drivetrain | ||
| Transmission | Dual-clutch Automatic (Wet) | Conventional Automatic |
| Transmission Name | AMG Speedshift MCT 9G-Tronic | 9G-Tronic |
| Gears | 9 | 9 |
| Transmission Manufacturer | Mercedes-Benz | Mercedes-Benz (Daimler AG) |
| Driveline | All Wheel Drive | All Wheel Drive |
| Performance & Efficiency | ||
| 0-100 km/h | 4.6 seconds✓ | 6.2 seconds |
| Top Speed | 250 km/h | 250 km/h |
| Dimensions | ||
| Length | 4,751 mm | 4,850 mm |
| Width | 1,820 mm | 1,860 mm |
| Height | 1,437 mm | 1,428 mm |
| Wheelbase | 2,865 mm | 2,865 mm |
| Fuel Tank | 50 litres | 66 litres |
| Doors | 4 | 2 |
| Seats | 5 | 4 |
| Boot Space | 455 litres | 460 litres✓ |
| Front Tyre | 245/40R19 | 245/40R19 |
| Rear Tyre | 265/35R19 | 275/35R19 |
| Spare Tyre | — | N/A, Tyre Repair Kit |
| Factory Tyres | Continental SportContact 7 | Goodyear Eagle F1 Asymmetric 3 Run-flat |
| Chassis | ||
| Assembly | Malaysia (CKD) | Germany (CBU) |
| Chassis | Unibody | Unibody |
| Front Suspension | Double Wishbones | Multi-link |
| Rear Suspension | Double Wishbones | Multi-link |
| Front Wheels | 19" Alloys | 19" AMG Multi-spoke Alloys |
| Rear Wheels | 19" Alloys | 19" AMG Multi-spoke Alloys |
| Front Brakes | Ventilated and Cross Drilled Disc | Ventilated Disc |
| Rear Brakes | Ventilated Disc | Solid Disc |
| Steering | Rack and Pinion (Electric Power Assist) | Rack and Pinion (Electric Power Steering) |
| Chassis Notes | AMG Ride Control - Adaptive Dampers | — |
| Safety | ||
| Airbags | Driver and Passenger, Driver Knee, Front Side, Front and Rear Curtain | Driver and Front Passenger, Front Side, Front and Rear Curtain, Centre Airbag |
| ABS/EBD | ✓ | ✓ |
| Stability Control | ✓ | ✓ |
| Alarm | ✓ | ✓ |
| Immobilizer | ✓ | ✓ |
| Airbag Disable Function | ✓ | ✓ |
| Child Safety Lock | Manual for Rear Doors | — |
| Seat Belts | 5 Three-point | 4 Three-point with Illumination and Front Belt Feeder |
| Blind Spot Info System | ✓ | ✓ |
| ISOFIX | Available on Outer Two Rear Seats | Available for Rear Seats |
| Autonomous Braking System | Yes | Yes |
| Lane-keeping Assist | Steering Correction | Steering Correction |
| Collision Warning | ✓ | ✓ |
| Seatbelt Reminder | All Seats | All Seats |
| Lighting | ||
| Headlamps | Digital Light LED Projector | Digital Light Matrix LEDs |
| Taillamps | Full LED | Full LED |
| LED Daytime Running Lights | ✓ | ✓ |
| Rear Foglamps | ✓ | ✓ |
| Wing Mirror Turn Indicators | ✓ | ✓ |
| Cabin | ||
| Front Seats | Driver and Passenger Powered Seats with Memory Settings | Driver and Passenger Powered Seats with Memory Settings, Heating & Ventilation |
| Rear Seats | 40:20:40 Split-folding | 60:40 Split-folding |
| Front Air-con | Dual-zone Automatic Climate Control System | Dual-Zone Automatic Climate Control |
| Rear Air-con | Dual-zone Automatic Climate Control | Rear AC Vents |
| Sunroof | Panoramic Glass Roof | Panoramic Glass Roof |
| Power Sockets | 4x Front USB-C, 1x Wireless Charger | 1 Front, 2 Front USB, 2 Rear USB, 1 Wireless Charger |
| Interior Lighting | Map Lights and Active Ambient Lights (64 Colours) | Map Lights & Ambient Lighting |
| Cup Holders | 2 Front, 2 Rear | 2 Front, 2 Rear |
| Sun Shade | Panoramic Sunroof Shade | Sunroof Shade |
| Audio | 11.9" Touchscreen Mercedes-Benz User Experience with Voice Control, Apple CarPlay, Android Auto and 15-speaker Burmester Sound System | 11.9" Touchscreen Mercedes-Benz User Experience (MBUX) with Voice Control, Apple CarPlay, Android Auto and 17-Speaker Burmester Sound System |
| Convenience | ||
| Power Windows | Four Windows, Auto Up & Down with Anti-pinch | Two Windows, Auto Up and Down with Anti Pinch |
| Engine Start | Keyless Push Button | Keyless Push Button |
| Locks | Keyless Operation | Keyless Operation |
| Auto Start/Stop | ✓ | ✓ |
| Auto Headlamps | ✓ | ✓ |
| Auto Wipers | ✓ | ✓ |
| Cruise Control | Adaptive Cruise Control | Adaptive Cruise Control |
| Paddle Shift | ✓ | ✓ |
| Steering Audio Control | ✓ | ✓ |
| Steering Tilt | ✓ | ✓ |
| Steering Telescopic | ✓ | ✓ |
| Electric Steering Adjustment | ✓ | ✓ |
| Boot Operation | Contactless Opening, Powered Boot | Contactless Opening |
| Parking Sensor Front | 6 Sensors | 6 Sensors |
| Parking Sensor Rear | 6 Sensors | 6 Sensors |
| Reverse Camera | Yes, 360-degree View Monitor | Yes, 360-degree Camera |
| Auto Parking | — | Yes |
| Folding Wing Mirrors | ✓ | ✓ |
| Bluetooth | ✓ | ✓ |
| Navigation | ✓ | ✓ |
| Head-up Display | ✓ | ✓ |
| Hill Start Assist | ✓ | ✓ |
| Instrument Cluster | Full LCD Monitor | Full LCD Monitor |
| Parking Brake | Electronic | Electronic |
| Warranty | ||
| Warranty Mileage Manufacturer | Unlimited | Unlimited |
| Warranty Mileage Extended | — | Unlimited |
| Warranty Manufacturer | 4 years | 4 years |
| Warranty Extended | — | 6 years |
| Ownership | ||
| Road tax / year | RM 380 | RM 380 |
Specs shown for the selected variant of each car. ✓ marks the better figure where lower/higher is objectively better. Road tax: West Malaysia, private registration.
AMG C-Class vs CLE FAQ
Is the Mercedes-Benz AMG C-Class or Mercedes-Benz CLE better?
For pace and practicality, the Mercedes-Benz AMG C-Class is the better pick: it has 402 hp, does 0-100 km/h in 4.6 seconds and seats five. Choose the Mercedes-Benz CLE only if the coupe body matters more.
What is the price difference?
The Mercedes-Benz CLE is RM75,000 more expensive than the Mercedes-Benz AMG C-Class.
Which car is quicker?
The Mercedes-Benz AMG C-Class is quicker, taking 4.6 seconds from 0-100 km/h. The Mercedes-Benz CLE takes 6.2 seconds. Both have the same 250 km/h top speed.