# Mercedes-Benz CLE-Class specs and mpg by year

- **Latest year:** 2027
- **MPG (combined):** 22-27
- **Drive:** AWD
- **Years covered:** 2024-2027

## Quick answer

The 2027 Mercedes-Benz CLE-Class is a subcompact car rated at 22-27 mpg combined. Engines: 2.0L 4-cyl turbo hybrid; 3.0L V6 turbo hybrid.

## Every 2027 Mercedes-Benz CLE-Class version

| Version | Engine | Drive | Transmission | City/Hwy | Combined | Fuel cost / year | CO2 |
| --- | --- | --- | --- | --- | --- | --- | --- |
| CLE300 4matic (Convertible) | 2.0L 4-cyl turbo hybrid | AWD | Automatic | 24/33 | 27 mpg | $3,050 | 325 g/mi |
| CLE300 4matic (Coupe) | 2.0L 4-cyl turbo hybrid | AWD | Automatic | 24/33 | 27 mpg | $3,050 | 327 g/mi |
| CLE450 4matic (Convertible) | 3.0L V6 turbo hybrid | AWD | Automatic | 23/32 | 26 mpg | $3,150 | 338 g/mi |
| CLE450 4matic (Coupe) | 3.0L V6 turbo hybrid | AWD | Automatic | 23/33 | 26 mpg | $3,150 | 339 g/mi |
| AMG CLE53 4matic Plus (coupe) | 3.0L V6 turbo hybrid | AWD | Automatic | 20/27 | 23 mpg | $3,550 | 391 g/mi |
| AMG CLE53 4matic Plus (convertible) | 3.0L V6 turbo hybrid | AWD | Automatic | 19/26 | 22 mpg | $3,750 | 408 g/mi |

Each row is a version the EPA tested. Fuel cost assumes 15,000 miles a year (55% city) at national average prices; CO2 is tailpipe emissions.

## Mercedes-Benz CLE-Class specs by year

| Year | Engines | Transmission | Drive | MPG (combined) |
| --- | --- | --- | --- | --- |
| 2027 | 2.0L 4-cyl turbo hybrid; 3.0L V6 turbo hybrid | Automatic | AWD | 22-27 |
| 2026 | 2.0L 4-cyl turbo hybrid; 3.0L V6 turbo hybrid | Automatic | AWD | 22-27 |
| 2025 | 2.0L 4-cyl turbo hybrid; 3.0L V6 turbo hybrid | Automatic | AWD | 22-27 |
| 2024 | 2.0L 4-cyl turbo hybrid; 3.0L V6 turbo hybrid | Automatic | AWD | 23-28 |

EPA combined ratings. MPGe is the EPA efficiency measure for electric cars. Ranges cover every engine and drivetrain EPA tested for that year.

## How has the CLE-Class changed over the years?

- **2025:** combined mpg went from 23-28 to 22-27.

## What does it cost to run a CLE-Class?

The EPA puts the 2027 Mercedes-Benz CLE-Class's fuel cost at **$3,050-$3,750 a year**, against about $3,514 for other current subcompact car: about average. Over five years at 15,000 miles a year that is about $17,000 in fuel.

## CLE-Class vs rivals

| Model | Powertrains | Fuel economy | Fuel cost / year |
| --- | --- | --- | --- |
| Honda Prelude | Hybrid | 44 mpg | $1,500 |
| [BMW 4 Series](/vehicles/bmw-4-series) | Hybrid | 27-31 mpg | $2,650-$3,050 |
| [BMW 2 Series](/vehicles/bmw-2-series) | Gas, Hybrid | 26-31 mpg | $2,650-$3,150 |
| [Audi A3](/vehicles/audi-a3) | Gas | 28 mpg | $2,950 |
| [Audi S3](/vehicles/audi-s3) | Gas | 26 mpg | $3,150 |
| [Ford Mustang](/vehicles/ford-mustang) | Gas | 12-26 mpg | $2,600-$6,850 |
| [BMW 8 Series](/vehicles/bmw-8-series) | Gas | 19-24 mpg | $3,400-$4,350 |
| [Audi RS](/vehicles/audi-rs) | Gas, Hybrid | 16-23 mpg | $3,550-$5,150 |

Other current subcompact car from other makes, most efficient first.

## Frequently asked questions

### What mpg does the 2027 Mercedes-Benz CLE-Class get?

The 2027 Mercedes-Benz CLE-Class is EPA-rated at 22-27 mpg combined, depending on engine and drivetrain. Real-world mileage varies with speed, climate and load.

### What engine does the 2027 Mercedes-Benz CLE-Class have?

The 2027 Mercedes-Benz CLE-Class comes with: 2.0L 4-cyl turbo hybrid; 3.0L V6 turbo hybrid. It uses automatic transmission and is offered with AWD.

### Is there a hybrid Mercedes-Benz CLE-Class?

Yes. The Mercedes-Benz CLE-Class has been offered as a hybrid in some model years; the table above shows which.

### Which Mercedes-Benz CLE-Class year gets the best gas mileage?

In the EPA data, the 2024 Mercedes-Benz CLE-Class has the highest combined rating, up to 28 mpg. Ratings for the same model can change between years when engines or test procedures change.

### How much does it cost to fuel a 2027 Mercedes-Benz CLE-Class for a year?

About $3,050-$3,750 a year, using the EPA's assumptions of 15,000 miles (55% city, 45% highway) at national average fuel prices. Your cost depends on your local prices, mileage and driving style.

### What is the city and highway mpg of the 2027 Mercedes-Benz CLE-Class?

The most efficient 2027 version, the CLE300 4matic (Convertible), is rated 24 mpg city and 33 mpg highway (27 combined). Other engines and drivetrains are rated lower; the versions table above lists each one.

### How much CO2 does the 2027 Mercedes-Benz CLE-Class emit?

EPA rates its tailpipe CO2 at 325-408 grams per mile depending on version. Lower is better; the cleanest gas cars sit under 250 g/mi and electric cars have none at the tailpipe.

### Does the 2027 Mercedes-Benz CLE-Class come with all-wheel drive?

Yes. The 2027 Mercedes-Benz CLE-Class is offered with AWD. All- or four-wheel drive usually costs 1-3 mpg compared with the two-wheel-drive version of the same engine, as the versions table shows.

### Is the Mercedes-Benz CLE-Class cheap to run compared with other subcompact cars?

Yes, cheaper than average: its EPA annual fuel cost of $3,050-$3,750 compares with about $3,514 for other current subcompact car models. Fuel is only part of running costs; insurance, tires and repairs also differ.

## Sources

- [fueleconomy.gov (US DOE and EPA)](https://www.fueleconomy.gov/)

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Updated: 2026-11-03
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