Car Buyer's Guide

Overview

The Mercedes-Benz AMG CLE is the AMG version of the C236 CLE Coupe, a four-seat compact executive coupe for buyers who want a fast two-door Mercedes rather than a sedan or SUV. In Malaysia it comes as the CLE53 4Matic+, priced from RM 722,888, with a 2,999 cc petrol-hybrid inline-six and all-wheel drive.

AMG CLE in 2026 — what's new

For 2026, the Malaysian AMG CLE range carries on with the CLE53 4Matic+ Coupe launched in 2025. The latest local update remains the arrival of that car with a 3.0-litre inline-six turbo, 449 PS and a 4.2-second 0-100 km/h time. An extreme AMG CLE is undergoing testing and could be a limited-edition V8-powered Black Series, but it is not part of the Malaysian range.

Variant (1)

RM722,888 · est. from RM7,380/mo

Verdict

The AMG CLE makes sense if the brief is specific: a four-seat AMG coupe with a 3.0-litre inline-six turbo rather than the regular CLE. Its price position is clear. It is far pricier than the non-AMG CLE, yet it does not reach BMW M4 Coupe money. The single-variant range keeps the decision simple; the main question is if the AMG drivetrain and coupe format justify the step up.

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Rivals to consider

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Mercedes-Benz AMG CLE FAQ

How much is the Mercedes-Benz AMG CLE in Malaysia?

The Mercedes-Benz AMG CLE costs RM 722,888 in Malaysia. The only variant is the CLE53 4Matic+ Coupe.

What do you get in the Mercedes-Benz AMG CLE?

It gets a 3.0-litre inline-six turbo petrol-hybrid powertrain, 4Matic+, a wet dual-clutch automatic and four seats. Output is 449 PS, with 0-100 km/h in 4.2 seconds.

Is the Mercedes-Benz AMG CLE a hybrid?

Yes. The Malaysian CLE53 4Matic+ is a petrol hybrid/REV model, using a 2,999 cc 3.0-litre inline-six turbo with electric turbo and ISG technology.

What are the Mercedes-Benz AMG CLE’s main rivals in Malaysia?

In the compact executive coupe class, the Mercedes-Benz CLE starts at RM518,888 and the BMW M4 Coupe starts at RM878,800. The AMG CLE53 sits between those two on price.

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