2024 MERCEDES CLE REVIEW - ALL NEW MODEL!

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The 2024 Mercedes-Benz CLE 300 4MATIC Coupe is a new model that effectively replaces the C- and E-Class coupes, blending elements of both. Reviewers found the exterior styling to be a strong point, presenting a sleek and modern coupe silhouette that aligns with current Mercedes-Benz design language. Inside, the cabin offers a comfortable and quiet experience, prioritizing comfort over sportiness, with supportive seats and a well-integrated infotainment system. The powertrain, a 2.0L turbo-four with a 48V mild-hybrid system, delivers adequate performance for daily driving, though the mild-hybrid implementation felt less impactful than in some competitors. Fuel economy on the highway was a notable positive. However, the review highlighted some drawbacks, including a slow-to-downshift transmission, intrusive auto start-stop, and the surprising lack of standard lane-keeping assist, which must be optioned. The interior materials, while generally good, were noted as feeling closer to a C-Class than an E-Class in some areas, and the fake exhaust tips were a point of contention. Overall, the CLE 300 is presented as a stylish and comfortable coupe, but with some compromises in its base configuration.