2024 Mercedes-Benz CLE 300 vs. 2025 Nissan Leaf Review

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2024 Mercedes-Benz
CLE 300

MSRP*: $56,500
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2025 Nissan
Leaf

MSRP*: $28,140 to $36,190
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MPG - City 24 MPG Info not available
MPG - Hwy 34 MPG Info not available
Seating Capacity 4 seats 5 seats
Cargo Space Info not available Info not available
Engine
  • 255-hp, 2.0-liter, 4 Cylinder Engine (Gasoline/Mild Electric Hybrid)
  • 147-hp, Electric Motor (Electric Fuel System)
  • 214-hp, Electric Motor (Electric Fuel System)
Transmission Automatic Automatic
Drivetrain All Wheel Drive Front Wheel Drive
Horsepower 255 hp 147 - 214 hp
Exterior Length 191.0 in 176.4 in
Exterior Width 73.3 in 70.5 in
Leg Room Front 42.1 in
Rear 34.2 in
Front 42.1 in
Rear 33.5 in
Head Room Front 40.3 in
Rear 36.0 in
Front 41.2 in
Rear 37.3 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
The Mercedes-Benz CLE 300 offers rear passengers about the same space to stretch out as the Nissan Leaf with comparable rear head- and legroom in both vehicles. Offering just a little more front head- and legroom than the Mercedes-Benz CLE 300, drivers may find the Nissan Leaf a little roomier and somewhat more comfortable.

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). The Mercedes-Benz CLE 300 will definitely make more of a dent in your wallet than the Nissan Leaf, which has a much lower MSRP.

Dimensions
Since the Mercedes-Benz CLE 300 is much wider than the Nissan Leaf, finding a wide enough spot in a parking lot may be a bit more challenging. If you go with the Mercedes-Benz CLE 300, you may be circling the block looking for a space large enough to park more often than with the Nissan Leaf.

Performance
When it comes to horsepower, the Mercedes-Benz CLE 300 has a much more powerful engine than the Nissan Leaf. However, something you should consider is that higher horsepower engines often command higher insurance premiums.

Powertrain
Due to its much higher torque, the engine of the Mercedes-Benz CLE 300 does a much better job of transmitting power to the wheels than the Nissan Leaf.

Utility
The Mercedes-Benz CLE 300 has less seating than the Nissan Leaf, making the Nissan Leaf the better choice if you need to chauffeur many passengers.