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Overview
The 2022 Mercedes-Benz CLE Base is a four-wheel drive, 5-door SUV that was released to the Australian market on 5th September 2021. The Mercedes-Benz CLE is regarded as a Suv Large Luxury built in USA with prices starting at $153,500 before on-road costs.
This Mercedes-Benz CLE is powered by a 3.0L 6-cylinder engine that has 270 kW of power (at 6500 rpm) and 500 Nm of torque (at 1600 rpm) via a Nine-speed Automatic transmission. Mercedes-Benz claims the CLE Base uses 9.2L/100km of Premium Unleaded in the combined city and highway cycle while putting out 213g of CO2. It has a 85L fuel tank, meaning it should be able to travel 924km per full tank
It requires a service every 12 months or 25,000 km, whichever comes first. It has a 60 month, unlimited km warranty.
The 2022 Mercedes-Benz CLE Base has a 206mm ground clearance with a 3500kg braked and 750kg unbraked towing capacity.
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Boot Space
655 litres
176 litres
857 litres
Fuel Efficiency
9.2 L/100km
1.8 L/100km
13.5 L/100km
Vehicle Range
924 km
420 km
3,944 km
Price
$144,728 - $153,500
$67,990
$336,100
Warranty (Years)
5 years
3 years
7 years
Warranty (Distance)
Unlimited
100,000 km
Unlimited
Years on Sale
1 - 3 years
1 year
7 years
Service Interval
12 months
12 months
24 months
Towing & Off-Road Capability
Gross Vehicle Weight
2,970 kg
2,435 kg
3,200 kg
Braked Towing Capacity
3,500 kg
750 kg
3,500 kg
Approach Angle
25°
16°
37.5°
Departure Angle
25°
14.4°
40°
Ground Clearance Unladen
206 mm
160 mm
291 mm
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Dimensions
4,939 mm
2,010 mm
inc mirror: 2,157 mm
inc mirror: 2,157 mm
1,730 mm
| Specification | Measurement |
|---|---|
| Overall Length | 4,939 mm |
| Overall Width | 2,010 mm |
| Overall Width (Inc Mirror) | 2,157 mm |
| Overall Height | 1,730 mm |
| Wheelbase | 2,935 mm |
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Explore Mercedes-Benz CLE Features & Specs
Automatic Door Closing
Side Doors: yes
Bluetooth
Includes Music Streaming: yes
Includes Phone Connection: yes
Cruise Control
Adaptive Cruise Control Linked To Mapping: yes
Adaptive Cruise Control: yes
Stop Go Function: Stop & Go
Driver Modes
Engine Mapping: yes
Stability Control: yes
Traction Control: yes
Illuminated Entry System
Logo Projection: yes
Media Control
Touch Pad: yes
Touch Screen: yes
Memorised Adjustment
Door Mirror Position: yes
Wheel Position: yes
Mobile Integration
Android Auto: yes
Android Number of Months Subscription: Unlimited
Apple Carplay: yes
Apple Number of Months Subscription: Unlimited
Mirrorlink Months Subscription Included: 0
Other Months Subscription Included: 0
Parking Assistance
Location: Rear
Rear Type: Semi-Auto Park, Perpendicular & Exit
Parking Distance System
Location: Front
Front Type: Sensor & Camera
Location: Rear
Rear Type: Sensor & Camera
Location: Side
Side Type: Sensor & Camera
Power Outlet 12V
Location (12V): Boot/Cargo
Location (12V): Front
Remote Services
Find My Car: yes
Geo Fencing: yes
Months Subscription Included: 36
Remote Lock Unlock: yes
Send Destination To Car: yes
Speed Alert: yes
Theft Alert: yes
Vehicle Start: yes
Smart Card/Smart Key
Includes Keyless Entry: yes
Includes Keyless Start: yes
Type: Automatic
Telematics
Advanced Auto Collision Notification: yes
Breakdown Assistance: yes
Concierge Months Included: 0
Connection Type: Via Sim In Vehicle
Tracker System: yes
USB Charging Port
Location: Front
Location: Rear
Number of Ports in Rear: 2
Vanity Mirror
Driver Mirror Illuminated: yes
Driver Mirror Location: Driver
Passenger Mirror Illuminated: yes
Location: Passenger
Voice Activating System
Includes Air Conditioning: yes
Includes Audio Player: yes
Includes Navigation System: yes
Includes Phone: yes
Virtual Assistant: Other
Compressor
Compressor: Turbo
Number of Compressors: 1
Electrical System
Voltage: 48
Emission Control Level
CO2 Level (Country Highway): 179
CO2 Level (Combined): 213
CO2 Level (Urban): 265
Standard Met: EU6
Energy Recuperation
Engine: yes
Engine
Bore Engine: 83.0
Engine (cc): 2999
Engine Configuration: In-Line
Engine (L): 3.0
Number of Cylinders: 6
Number of Valves per Cylinder: 4
Stroke Engine: 92.4
Variable Valve Timing Camshaft: yes
Fuel
Generic Primary Fuel Type: Petrol
Minimum Fuel Octane Number: 95
Minimum Fuel Type: Premium Unleaded
Fuel Type: Premium Unleaded
Octane Number: 98
Fuel System
Injection Carburetion: Petrol Direct Injection
Fuel Tanks
Main Capacity Gal: 22.5
Main Capacity (L): 85
Main Capacity Uk Gallons: 18.7
Main Type: Total
Electric Motor
Motor 1 Type: Integrated Starter Generator
Motor 1 Max Torque Motor (Nm): 250
Motor 1 Number: 1
Motor 1 Power Output (hp/PS): 21.8
Motor 1 Power Output Motor (kW): 16.0
Electric Power Source
Battery (Ah): 18.7
Battery Type: Lithium Ion
Battery Voltage: 48
Maximum Battery (kWh): 0.9
Number of kWh Included: 0
Number of Months Subscription Included: 0
Hybrid Type
Hybrid Type: Mild Hybrid
Computer
Average Fuel Consumption: yes
Average Speed: yes
Instantaneous Fuel Consumption: yes
Range for Remaining Fuel: yes
Display Screen
Location: Dashboard Centre 1
Dashboard Centre 1 Screen Size (in): 12.3
Dashboard Centre 1 Touch Screen: yes
Location: Instrument Cluster 1
Instrument Cluster 1 Screen Size (in): 12.3
Instrument Cluster
Head Up Display: Windscreen
Reconfigurable: yes
Fuel Consumption
ADR 81/02 Calculated Vehicle Range (km): 924
ADR 81/02 Calculated Vehicle Range (miles): 574
ADR 81/02 Combined (km/L): 10.9
ADR 81/02 Combined (L/100km): 9.2
ADR 81/02 Combined (miles per UK gallon): 31
ADR 81/02 Combined (mpg): 26
ADR 81/02 Country Highway (km/L): 12.7
ADR 81/02 Country Highway (L/100km): 7.9
ADR 81/02 Country Highway (miles per UK gallon): 36
ADR 81/02 Country Highway (mpg): 30
ADR 81/02 Standard: Adr 81/02
ADR 81/02 Urban (km/L): 8.5
ADR 81/02 Urban (L/100km): 11.7
ADR 81/02 Urban (miles per UK gallon): 24
ADR 81/02 Urban (mpg): 20
Fuel Economy
ADR 81/02 (L/100km): 9.2
Performance
Acceleration 0 To 100 km/h: 5.7
Maximum Speed (km/h): 250
Maximum Speed (mph): 155
Power
Maximum Power (hp/PS): 367
Maximum Power hp/PS Electric Motor: 22
Maximum Power (kW): 270
Maximum Power kW Electric Motor: 16
Maximum Torque (Nm): 500
Maximum Torque Electric Motor (Nm): 250
Measurement Standard: EEC
Primary or Secondary Fuel Power Figure: Primary
Rpm For Maximum Power Low: 6500
Rpm For Maximum Torque Low: 1600
Drive
Descent Control System: yes
Driven Wheels: 4x4
Four-Wheel Drive Type: Full And Part-Time/Disconnect
Transmission
Description: Automatic With Manual Mode
Gear Change Paddles: yes
Manual Mode: yes
Number of Speeds: 9
Shift Lever Location: Steering Wheel
Type: Automatic
Disc Brakes
Number of Disc Brakes: 4
Number of Ventilated Disc Brakes: 4
Power Steering
Variable Rack: yes
Vehicle Speed Proportional: yes
Steering Wheel
Electric Adjustment: yes
Height Adjustment: yes
Multi Function: yes
Telescopic Adjustment: yes
Type: Alloy & Leather
Responsive Suspension
Type: Mechanical
Suspension
Location: Front
Front Manufacturer Name: Airmatic
Front Spring Type: Coil
Front Stabilizer Bar: yes
Front Type: Wishbone
Front Wheel Dependence: Independent
Location: Rear
Rear Manufacturer Name: Airmatic
Rear Spring Type: Coil
Rear Stabilizer Bar: yes
Rear Type: Multi-Link
Rear Wheel Dependence: Independent
Suspension Levelling
Location: Front
Front Operation: Automatic
Location: Rear
Rear Operation: Automatic
Tires
Front Wheels Tire Load Index: 110
Location: Front
Front Wheels Tire Profile: 45
Front Wheels Tire Speed Rating: Y
Front Wheels Tire Type: Conventional/Summer
Front Wheels Tire Width: 275
Rear Wheels Tire Load Index: 111
Rear Wheels Tire Location: Rear
Rear Wheels Tire Profile: 40
Rear Wheels Tire Speed Rating: Y
Rear Wheels Tire Type: Conventional/Summer
Rear Wheels Tire Width: 315
Wheels
Location: Front
Front Wheels Rim Diameter (In): 21
Front Wheels Rim Type: Alloy
Front Wheels Rim Width (In): 10.0
Front Wheels Two Tone: yes
Location: Rear
Rear Rim Diameter (In): 21
Rear Rim Type: Alloy
Rear Wheels Rim Width (In): 11.0
Rear Two Tone: yes
Body Style
Body Type: SUV
Local Body Type: SUV
Wheelbase Type: Short
Step
Step Location: Side
Side Step Type: Platform
Trailer Towing Preparation
Trailer Hitch: yes
Cargo Capacity
Measurement Standard: ISO
Rear Seat Down (cu ft): 63.2
Rear Seat Down (L): 1790
Rear Seat Up to Lower Window (cu ft): 23.1
Rear Seat Up to Lower Window (L): 655
External Dimensions
Front Track (in): 66.1
Front Track (mm): 1680
Ground Clearance Unladen (in): 8.1
Ground Clearance Unladen (mm): 206
Overall Height (in): 68.1
Overall Height (mm): 1730
Overall Length (in): 194.4
Overall Length (mm): 4939
Overall Width Folded Mirror (in): 79.4
Overall Width Folded Mirror (mm): 2018
Overall Width (in): 79.1
Overall Width Inc Mirror (in): 84.9
Overall Width Inc Mirror (mm): 2157
Overall Width (mm): 2010
Rear Track (in): 68.0
Rear Track (mm): 1726
Wheelbase (in): 115.6
Wheelbase (mm): 2935
Internal Dimensions
Front Headroom (in): 40.2
Front Headroom (mm): 1022
Rear Headroom (in): 37.8
Rear Headroom (mm): 960
Front Hip Room (in): 60.8
Front Hip Room (mm): 1545
Rear Hip Room (in): 60.0
Rear Hip Room (mm): 1524
Front Shoulder Room (in): 59.3
Front Shoulder Room (mm): 1506
Rear Shoulder Room (in): 58.5
Rear Shoulder Room (mm): 1485
Ramp Angles
Approach Angle: 25.0
Departure Angle: 25.0
Doors
Location: Driver
Driver Door Type: Front Hinged
Location: Passenger
Passenger Door Type: Front Hinged
Location: Rear Driver
Rear Driver Door Type: Front Hinged
Location: Rear Passenger
Rear Passenger Door Type: Front Hinged
Rear Door
Hands Free Release: yes
Type: Lifting Gate
Headlight Control
Active High Beam: yes
Directional Headlights: yes
Dusk Sensor: yes
Fog Light Function: yes
Height Adjustment: Automatic
Matrix: yes
Headlights
High Beam Bulb Type: LED
Low Beam Bulb Type: LED
Lens Type: Ellipsoidal
LED Lights
Location: Brake Lights
Location: Day Time Running Lights
Location: High Beam
Location: Low Beam
Location: Rear Lights
Paint
External Colour: red
Type: Gloss
Roof Rails
Colour: Toned
Sunroof
Front Sunroof Location: Front
Front Sunroof Operation: Remote
Front Sunroof Type: Glass
Door Mirrors/Cameras
Auto-Dimming Driver Door Mirrors: yes
Driver Door Mirrors/Cameras Colour: Painted
Heated Driver Door Mirrors/Cameras: yes
Driver Door Mirror Indicator Lights: yes
Mirrors/Cameras Location: Driver
Driver Door Mirrors/Cameras Type: Electrically Adjustable
Passenger Door Mirrors/Cameras Colour: Painted
Heated Passenger Door Mirrors/Cameras: yes
Passenger Door Mirror Indicator Lights: yes
Mirrors/Cameras Location: Passenger
Passenger Door Mirrors/Cameras Type: Electrically Adjustable
Power Windows
Front Electric Windows: Front
Rear Electric Windows: Rear
Privacy Glass
Location: Rear
Location: Rear Side
Rear View Mirror Camera
Auto Dimming: yes
Windshield Wipers
Intermittent Wipe Windshield Wipers: Automatic
Rain Sensor Windshield Wipers: yes
Weights
Gross Trailer Weight Braked (kg): 3500
Gross Trailer Weight Braked (lb): 7716
Gross Trailer Weight Unbraked (kg): 750
Gross Trailer Weight Unbraked (lb): 1653
Gross Vehicle Weight (kg): 2970
Gross Vehicle Weight (lb): 6548
Tare Weight (kg): 2363
Trailer Noseweight (kg): 280
Audio System
Audio Player Reads MP3: yes
Colour Screen: yes
Digital Media Card: yes
Digital Radio: yes
Radio Type: Am/Fm
Touch Screen: yes
External Connections
USB (Front): yes
Total Rear USB Connections: 0
Remote Audio Controls
Type: Steering Wheel Mounted
Speakers
Brand: Burmester
Number of Speakers: 13
Subwoofer: yes
Cargo Area Cover Rear Parcel Shelf
Type: Flexible
Door Sill Protector
Illuminated: yes
Luxury Trim
Centre Floor Console: Wood Or Woodlook
Doors: Wood Or Woodlook
Instrument Panel: Wood & Synthetic Leather
Active Seatback
Location: Front
Airbags
Number of Airbags: 9
Autonomous Drive
Active Lane Control: yes
Lane Changing: yes
Level: 2 - Partial Automation
Crash Test Results
ANCAP Adult Occupant Score: 91.00
ANCAP Child Occupant Score: 92.00
ANCAP Date Tested: 20190701
ANCAP Overall: 5.00
ANCAP Pedestrian: Acceptable
ANCAP Pedestrian Score: 78.00
ANCAP Rating Year: 2019
ANCAP Rear Crash Protect Head Restraint Rating: Good
ANCAP Safety Assist Score: 79.00
ANCAP Standard: Ancap
Front Airbag
Location: Driver
Location: Passenger
Front Seat Belts
Driver Height Adjustable: yes
Driver Pre Tensioners: yes
Driver Seat Position: Driver
Passenger Height Adjustable: yes
Passenger Pre Tensioners: yes
Passenger Seat Position: Passenger
Head Restraints
Front Seats Electric Adjustable: yes
Front Seats Location: Front Seats
Rear Seats Location: Rear Seats
Rear Seats Number: 3
Knee Airbags
Location: Driver
Lane Departure Warning
Activates Brakes: yes
Activates Steering: yes
Maximum Speed For Operation (km/h): 200
Maximum Speed For Operation (mph): 124
Overtaking Sensor
Active Without Turn Signal: yes
Buzzer: yes
Manufacturer Code: 234
Rear Cross Traffic Collision Avoidance
Type: Sensor & Camera
Rear Seat Belts
Center Seat Position: Centre
Center Type: 3-Point
Driver Seat Position: Driver
Passenger Seat Position: Passenger
Side Airbag
Location: Front
Location: Rear
Side Curtain Airbag
Location: Front And Rear
Front Seat
Driver Front Seat Power Adjustable: yes
Driver Front Seat Heated: yes
Driver Front Seat Height Type: Memory
Location: Driver
Driver Front Seat Lumbar Type: 2-Way Electric
Driver Front Seat Number of Electrical Adjustments: 6
Driver Front Seat Reach Type: Memory
Driver Front Seat Reclining Type: Memory
Driver Front Seat Type: Sports
Passenger Front Seat Power Adjustable: yes
Passenger Front Seat Heated: yes
Passenger Front Seat Height Type: Memory
Location: Passenger
Passenger Front Seat Lumbar Type: 2-Way Electric
Passenger Front Seat Number of Electrical Adjustments: 6
Passenger Front Seat Reach Type: Memory
Passenger Front Seat Reclining Type: Memory
Passenger Front Seat Type: Sports
Seat Upholstery
Additional Seat Material: Premium Leather
Main Seat Material: Premium Leather
Seating
Capacity: 5
Configuration: 2+3
Cup Holders
Location: Front Seats
Location: Rear Seats
Air Conditioning
Type: Fully-Auto
Climate Control - Number of Zones: 2
Secondary Ventilation Controls
Passenger Seat Location: Passenger Seat
Ventilation System
Digital Display: yes
Heater Type: Combustion
Anti-Theft Protection
Anti-Lift: yes
Interior Monitoring: yes
Peripheral: yes
Remote Operation: yes
Power Locks
Includes Power Windows: yes
Operation: Card Key
Intermediate Service
Distance (km): 25000
Distance (miles): 15534
Period (Months): 12
Variable Distance Period: yes
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