Mercedes-Benz CLE News

Mercedes-AMG is readying the next instalment of its ultra high-end Mythos series of vehicles and it will be an “extreme” take on the CLE coupe.This forthcoming and yet-unnamed Mercedes-AMG CLE Mythos is currently undergoing cold-weather testing in Sweden with heavy black-and-white camouflage to disguise the design features.Compared to the regular, V6-powered AMG CLE53 which is currently the most powerful version of this car, it has very aggressive front and rear fascias for additional cooling, wider wheel arches for the wider track width, as well as a large rear wing.As reported by Autocar, it will be powered by a new 4.0-litre twin-turbo V8 petrol engine with a flat-plane crankshaft.Mercedes-Benz will also reportedly use this new flat-plane V8 in the facelifted version of the S-Class, which is set to be revealed later today.It will reportedly produce 395kW and 745Nm in the facelifted S-Class, however in this forthcoming CLE Mythos the outputs will be increased to over 484kW and 800Nm.For context, the AMG GT63 Pro with its cross-plane crank 4.0-litre twin-turbo V8 engine produces 450kW and 850Nm.Flat-plane crank V8 engines are used in many Ferraris, McLarens, as well as the Chevrolet Corvette Z06 and allow for a lighter and smaller overall package, higher revs and sharper throttle response.Mercedes-AMG’s first foray into a flat-plane crankshaft V8 was the limited-production AMG GT Black Series in 2020.Given the Mythos line of vehicles is similarly focused on exclusivity and limited production, this will likely make the CLE Mythos the most direct successor to the C63 AMG Black Series from 2012. Only 800 units of it were made globally.The first Mythos vehicle was the Mercedes-AMG PureSpeed which was revealed in 2024 and is a roof-less and windscreen-less version of the AMG SL roadster. Only 250 units are being made.

To borrow a line from Mark Twain, reports of the death of the V8 engine are greatly exaggerated.

Mercedes-Benz has confirmed pricing for its new CLE 53 4MATIC+ Coupe, which has officially arrived in Australian showrooms.

Those aspiring to be Mercedes-Benz owners may be in for a shock with the prestige brand recently axing its A-Class small sedan, while increasing prices across its entire range by up to $6000. The A-Class sedan made its Australian debut in 2019 and joined the A-Class hatchback to compete with the likes of Audi’s A3 sedan and Sportback. The A-Class is also the most affordable entry point into Mercedes-Benz’s entire Australian line-up.Mercedes-Benz says the discontinuation only affects the A-Class sedan and the hatch will remain on sale.“The A-Class sedan is currently still on sale in Australia, however factory orders have been closed,” a Mercedes-Benz spokesperson told CarsGuide. “Customers can order locally available stock. The A-Class hatchback is currently still available for factory and stock order.”  The A-Class sedan and hatch have been a success story for Mercede-Benz with the total sales for 2024 reaching 1997 — about 50 more cars than the year’s sales for the C-Class sedan.The reason for the sedan’s departure Mercedes-Benz says is to make way for electric and hybrid models which will be the new entry points into the brand.“Mercedes-Benz will introduce a new range of entry-level vehicles built on the all-new, electric-first MMA platform. The upcoming CLA will lead this range, which will include a four-door coupé, a shooting brake, and two SUVs.” The A-Class hatch might remain but it’s also now expensive with the price rising by $600 to $57,500. Actually, every model in Mercedes-Benz’s entire line-up (there are 64 of them) has seen a price increase with the most expensive Maybach S 680 vlimbing by $6000.Entry into the C-Class sedan range is now $92,600 (up by $1200), while the E-class starts at $132,000 (up by $1586). Mercedes-Benz’s smallest and most affordable SUV the GLA 200 is now $63,600 (up by $700). Mercedes-Benz told CarsGuide the price increase was caused by several factors but would not go into detail.“As pricing is a dynamic topic that is influenced by a wide range of factors, we can’t provide any further comments,” a Mercedes-Benz spokesperson told CarsGuide.  You can see our table below for the full list of price changes. Prices listed are before on-road costs but include LCT and GST

A new year brings a fresh array of vehicles for Australia — but some get us more excited than others.

Mercedes-AMG is bringing back a fan favourite. After more than a year of criticism for switching its iconic C63 sports sedan from V8 to a four-cylinder turbocharged plug-in hybrid power, the brand has all-but-confirmed the incoming CLE63 will keep the bigger engine.

Joining the two-strong CLE coupe range is the new CLE 300 convertible from Mercedes-Benz.The new nameplate replaces both C-Class and E-Class two door models, with the BMW 4 Series and Audi A5 in its sights.As the flagship model, the four-cylinder CLE 300 4Matic convertible is the dearest in the Australian range at $135,900 (before on-road costs) – an $11,000 increase over the coupe.It has bespoke 'Aircap' and 'Airscarf' features to minimise toupée ruffling and neck freezing, respectively. Other convertible specifics include the 11.9-inch touchscreen's ability to tilt, minimising sun glare, and clever leather designed to stay cooler in the sun.The CLE convertible keeps the coupe's 60:40 split-fold rear seats. It has a 295L boot capacity with the soft top stowed, up 50L over the old C-Class drop-top.Standard specification includes 19-inch alloy wheels, a 17-speaker Burmester sound system, navigation, heated seats, dual-zone climate control and wireless charging.A 2.0-litre turbo-petrol four-cylinder with 48-volt mild-hybrid system develops 190kW/400Nm.The electric ISG makes 17kW/205Nm and helps cut turbo lag and boost performance. All-wheel drive is standard, as is a nine-speed automatic.The CLE 300 convertible is available to pre-order now with sales beginning July 17.2024 Mercedes-Benz CLE pricingPrices are before on-road costs.