The new Mercedes-Benz CLE Cabriolet -

2024 Mercedes-Benz CLE Cabriolet – MANUFAKTUR Graphite Grey Magno (European model shown)

Extensive standard equipment with AIRCAP®, AIRSCARF®, Burmester® 3D Surround Sound System and third generation MBUX infotainment
Smooth, powerful 48-volt mild hybrid engines
Sophisticated aerodynamics for optimized comfort and aeroacoustics
First Mercedes-Benz Cabriolet with separate head airbag for rear passengers as standard

The breathtaking CLE Cabriolet is the latest four-seat, open-top dream car from Mercedes-Benz. Arriving in U.S. dealerships in spring 2024 and starting at $64,350, the 2024 CLE Cabriolet combines dynamic driving enjoyment with everyday comfort. The CLE Cabriolet joins the recently introduced CLE Coupe and brings its own unique character, from the classic acoustic soft top to available leather seats with a special reflective coating to stay cool on the warmest days. The Cabriolet features extensive standard equipment, including the AIRCAP® electric wind deflector system, AIRSCARF®, Burmester® 3D Surround Sound, third generation Mercedes-Benz User Experience (MBUX) infotainment and more.

Thanks to a 1-inch longer wheelbase, the CLE Cabriolet is significantly more spacious than the previous C- Class Cabriolet. Rear passengers benefit from 0.6-inches more leg room, 0.9-inches more shoulder room and 0.7-inches more elbow room. The trunk features 13.6 cubic feet of space when the soft top is up and 10.4 cubic feet with the top down. Cargo space can be further increased by deploying the 60:40 split folding rear seat backrests.

Interior design
The interior of the CLE Cabriolet features a freestanding 12.3-inch digital driver display and 11.9-inch driver- oriented central display in portrait format. The tilt of the central display can be electrically adjusted from 15 to 40 degrees to prevent reflections caused by sunlight. Another highlight of the interior is the dynamic ambient lighting. Bands of light sweep from the instrument panel over the doors and rear side panels to behind the rear seats. This is further complimented with the chrome trim accents that span the entire passenger compartment.

On hot days, a special coating on the available leather upholstery enables seat surfaces to remain cooler in direct sunlight by up to 53 degrees Fahrenheit compared to untreated leather. The front seats developed exclusively for the CLE have an integral sports seat design. In conjunction with the standard Burmester® 3D Surround Sound System, the driver’s seat features speakers integrated into the headrest for an immersive audio experience with the available Dolby Atmos and Spatial Audio. This premium sound system utilizes 17 speakers in total with an output of 710 watts – a 120-watt increase compared to the previous generation system.

Suspension and powertrain
Comfort suspension, lowered by 0.6 inches compared to the previous C-Class Cabriolet, is equipped standard on the CLE 300 4MATIC, combining a supremely comfortable ride with sporty handling. Available Sport suspension with continuously adaptive damping (standard on CLE 450 4MATIC) provides a wide range of driving experiences – from comfortable to highly dynamic. The driver can choose between a comfortable or firmer, sportier setup, in conjunction with the engine, transmission and steering characteristics, via the DYNAMIC SELECT controls.

The 48-volt mild hybrid powertrains deliver a smooth, powerful driving experience. An integrated starter- generator (ISG) provides support at lower engine speeds, in addition to gliding and recuperation functions. The CLE 300 4MATIC is fitted with a 2.0-liter Inline-4 turbocharged engine, while the CLE 450 4MATIC is equipped with a 3.0-liter Inline-6 turbocharged unit.

MBUX infotainment
The third generation MBUX infotainment offers an expandable portfolio of in-car apps, as well as the new Routines function, which enables customers to personalize the CLE to their individual habits by automating comfort features. Customers can choose from templates for standard routines, including “Cold Days,” which turns seat heating on when a certain ambient outdoor temperature is reached, as well as create new routines by linking several comfort functions and conditions via the central display.