2024 BMW 230 vs. 2024 Mercedes-Benz CLE 300 Review

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2024 BMW
230

MSRP*: $38,800 to $40,800
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2024 Mercedes-Benz
CLE 300

MSRP*: $56,500
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MPG - City 25 - 26 MPG 24 MPG
MPG - Hwy 33 - 35 MPG Info not available
Seating Capacity 4 seats 4 seats
Cargo Space Info not available Info not available
Engine
  • 255-hp, 2.0-liter, 4 Cylinder Engine (Gasoline Fuel)
  • 255-hp, 2.0-liter, 4 Cylinder Engine (Gasoline/Mild Electric Hybrid)
Transmission Automatic Automatic
Drivetrain All Wheel Drive, Rear Wheel Drive All Wheel Drive
Horsepower 255 hp 255 hp
Exterior Length 179.0 in 191.0 in
Exterior Width 72.4 in 73.3 in
Leg Room Front 41.8 in
Rear 32.2 in
Front 42.1 in
Rear 34.2 in
Head Room Front 39.8 in
Rear 35.0 in
Front 40.3 in
Rear 36.0 in

*MSRP and Invoice prices displayed are for educational purposes only, do not reflect the actual selling price of a particular vehicle, and do not include applicable gas taxes or destination charges.

Comparison Review

Comfort
Passengers in the back seat will be able to stretch out a lot more in the Mercedes-Benz CLE 300 than the BMW 230, due to its greater head- and legroom. As far as headroom and legroom go, there's not much difference between the BMW 230 and the Mercedes-Benz CLE 300 in the front seats.

Convenience
With the Mercedes-Benz CLE 300 you will definitely be making less frequent stops at the gas station than with the BMW 230, due to its tank size and fuel economy.

Cost
There are a lot of factors to consider when calculating the overall cost of a vehicle. The main consideration is Manufacturer's Suggested Retail Price (MSRP). Based on MSRP, the BMW 230 is clearly a better financial choice over the Mercedes-Benz CLE 300.

Dimensions
The BMW 230 is a little narrower than the Mercedes-Benz CLE 300, so you'll have an easier time getting in and out of the car in a tight parking spot. If you go with the BMW 230, you'll have a much easier time finding a large enough space to park than you will with the Mercedes-Benz CLE 300.

Performance
In terms of horsepower, it's basically a tie between the BMW 230 and the Mercedes-Benz CLE 300.

Powertrain
With similar torque, the BMW 230 and the Mercedes-Benz CLE 300 do an equal job of transmitting their engine's power to their wheels.

Utility
In terms of seating you'll be able to fit the same number of people in both the BMW 230 and the Mercedes-Benz CLE 300.