Do you want to find out which vehicle suits you better — Mercedes-Benz CLE Cabriolet or BMW i5? 91Wheels brings you a clear, data-driven comparison between Mercedes-Benz CLE Cabriolet and BMW i5. The Mercedes-Benz CLE Cabriolet is priced from ₹1.15 Cr, while the BMW i5 starts at ₹1.20 Cr (ex-showroom). The Mercedes-Benz CLE Cabriolet comes with petrol and diesel engine options paired with both manual and automatic transmissions. It's powered by a 1999 cc engine that produces 255 bhp @ 5800 rpm and 400 Nm @ 2000 rpm of torque, offering a claimed mileage of up to 12 km/l. The BMW i5, on the other hand, uses an electric motor with 83.9 kWh battery pack option. It delivers 442000 W and 795 Nm of torque, with a certified range of up to 516 km on a single charge. Charging is convenient too — the BMW i5 supports fast charging 4.15 Hours. It also comes with 2 Years/Unlimited Kms battery warranty, while installation support for home chargers may vary by city.
BMW i5 vs Mercedes-Benz CLE Cabriolet: Specifications Comparison
Comfort & Convenience
Ventilated Seats
Front Row
Front Row
Ventilated Seats Type
Cooled
Cooled & Heated
AC
Rear AC Vents
Automatic climate control
Heater
Vanity Mirrors on Sun Visors
Cruise Control
Start / Stop Button
Power Steering
Multifunction Steering Wheel
Leather streering wheels
Drive Modes
3
3
Keyless Entry
Smart Key
Foldable Key
Parking Assist
Parking Sensors
Front and Rear
Front and Rear
Electronically Adjustable Seats
Headlight and Ignition On Reminder
Rear Row Seat Adjustment
Seat Upholstery
Leather
Leather
Massage Seats
Adjustable Headrests
Cup Holders
puddle lamp
Headlight Height Adjuster
Distance to Empty display
GPS & Navigation
Ambient Light
Front Seat Back Pockets
Driver & Co-Driver Side
Driver & Co-Driver Side
Parcel Tray
Sunshades
Electric Sunshade (Glass Roof)
Head Up Display
Reclining Rear Seats
Cabin Lights
Front & Rear
Front & Rear
Co-Driver Seat Adjustment
Manual Adjust - Slide And Recline
Powered - 14 Way
Charging Outlets - Front Row
12V Only
12V And Usb
Charging Outlets - Second Row
Usb Only
12V And Usb
Headlamps
Led
Led
Front Armrest
Fixed With Storage
Sliding With Storage
Rear Armrest
Yes, With Cup Holders
Parking Brake
Electric Park Brake
Electric Park Brake
Adjustable Steering
Electrically Adjustable
Tilt & Telescopic
Driver Seat Adjustment
Manual Adjust - Slide& Recline And Height
Powered - 14 Way
Auto Park
Instrument Console
{12.3 inches}, Digital Console
{12.3 inches}, Digital Console
Paddle Shifters
Glove Box Cooling
Data Not Available
Folding Rear Seat
Data Not Available
Glovebox Lamp
Data Not Available
Safety
Airbag Details
6 Airbags (Driver, Front Passenger, 2 Curtain, Driver Side, Front Passenger Side)
9 Airbags (Driver, Front Passenger, 2 Curtain, Driver Side, Front Passenger Side, Rear side, Driver Side Knee)
Airbags
6
9
ISOFIX (Child-Seat Mount)
Overspeed Warning
1 beep over 80kmph & Continuous beeps over 120kmph
1 beep over 80kmph & Continuous beeps over 120kmph
ABS (Anti-lock Braking System)
EBD (Electronic Brake-force Distribution)
ESP (Electronic Stability Program)
ASR / Traction Control
Tyre Pressure Monitoring System
Lane Departure Warning
Emergency Brake Light Flashing
Seat Belt Warning
Rear Middle Three Point seatbelt
Rear Middle Head Rest
Hill Assist
Hill Descent Control
Parking Camera
Front and Rear
Front and Rear
Blind Spot Detection
Engine Immobiliser
Central Locking
Speed Sensing Door Lock
Child Safety Lock
Fog Lights
Door Ajar Warning
BNCAP Adult Rating
Not Tested
Not Tested
BNCAP Child Rating
Not Tested
Not Tested
BNCAP Rating
Not Tested
Not Tested
GNCAP Adult Rating
Not Tested
Not Tested
GNCAP Child Rating
Not Tested
Not Tested
GNCAP Rating
Not Tested
Not Tested
Inside Rear View Mirror
Auto Dimming
Auto Dimming
Surround View Camera
Yes& 360 View Camera
Yes& 360 View Camera
Blind Spot Monitor
Lane Watch Camera/ Side Mirror Camera
ADAS
ADAS Type
Level 2
Level 2
EBA (Electronic Brake Assist)
Data Not Available
Engine & Transmission
Fuel Type
Electric
Petrol
Transmission Type
Automatic
Automatic
Power
442000 W
255 bhp @ 5800 rpm
Torque
795 Nm
400 Nm @ 2000 rpm
Battery Capacity
83.9 kwh
Data Not Available
Battery Type
Lithium ion
Data Not Available
Charging Time
4.15 Hours
Data Not Available
Fast Charging
Data Not Available
Drivetrain
AWD
AWD
Range
516 km/charge
Data Not Available
Top Speed
230 kmph
250 kmph
Acceleration
3.8 secs (0-100 km/h)
6.6 secs (0-100 km/h)
Motor Power
442000 W
Data Not Available
Engine Capacity
Data Not Available
1999 cc
Engine Type
Data Not Available
2.0-liter inline-4 turbo engine
No. of Cylinders
Data Not Available
4
No. of valves per cylinder
Data Not Available
4
Gears
Data Not Available
9
ARAI Certified Economy
Data Not Available
12 kmpl
Emission Norm
Data Not Available
BS VI 2.0
Compression Ratio
Data Not Available
10.5:1
Fuelling
Data Not Available
DFi
Dimensions & Capacity
Length
5060 mm
4850 mm
Width
1900 mm
1861 mm
Height
1505 mm
1423 mm
Wheelbase
2995 mm
2865 mm
Ground Clearance
136 mm
157 mm
No. of Seats
4
4
No. of Doors
4
2
Boot Space
490 Litres
385 Litres
Kerb Weight
2305 kg
1985 kg
Body Type
Sedan
Cabriolet
Fuel Tank Capacity
Data Not Available
66 Litres
Brakes, Suspension & Tyres
Front Brakes
Disc
Disc
Rear Brakes
Disc
Disc
Spare Wheel
No& With Puncture Kit
Front Tyre Size
245/40 R20
225/50 R19
Rear Tyre Size
275/35 R20
225/50 R19
Turning Radius
6.15 meters
5.8 meters
Wheels Type
Alloy Wheels
Alloy Wheels
Wheels Size
R20
R19
Front Suspension
Data Not Available
Independent Strut Suspension with Coil Springs
Rear Suspension
Data Not Available
Multi-link
Exterior
Power Windows
Front & Rear With Auto Up & Down (All Four)
Front & Rear With Auto Down (Driver Only)
Rear Defogger
Daytime Running Lights
Automatic Headlamps
Follow Me Home Headlamps
Outside door handles
Body Colored
Body Colored
Bumpers
Body Coloured
Body Coloured
Antenna
Sharkfin
Roof Mounted
Bonnet
Manual Lift
Manual Lift With Hydraulic Struts
Outside Mirrors
Electrically Adjustable with Autofold
Electrically Adjustable with Autofold
Tail Gate
Powered
Powered
Outside Rear View Mirrors
Black With Indicators
Body Coloured With Indicators
Sunroof
Panoramic Sunroof
Instrumentation
Low Fuel Level Warning
Adjustable Cluster Brightness
Fuel level guage
Digital
Digital
Gear Indicator
Shift Indicator
Tachometer
Digital
Digital
Speedometer
Digital
Digital
Odometer
Digital
Digital
Avg fuel economy display
Infotainment & Communication
Voice Command
Infotainment Screen
Multifunction Display
Touchscreen Size
12.3 inches
12.3
Bluetooth Compatibility
Integrated Music System
Premium Type With Subwoofer
Standard Company Fitted
Speakers
17
17
AM/FM Radio
Wireless Charger
Yes - Front
Yes - Front
Front tweeters
Android Auto and Apple Carplay
Wireless Android Auto & Apple Carplay
Wireless Android Auto & Apple Carplay
Gesture Control
Data Not Available
Warranty
Basic Warranty
2 Years/Unlimited Kms
Upto 3 Years
Extended Warranty
Upto 10 Years/ unlimited kms
Upto 6 Years
Pros & Cons
Pros
Brutal performance (600 hp, 0-100 km/h in 3.8 sec)
Excellent ride comfort and refinement
Premium, tech-loaded cabin with curved display & ADAS
Balanced handling despite being an EV
Fast charging capability (30 min DC)
Comfortable ride quality with excellent refinement and insulation
Elegant design with strong road presence and premium appeal
Plush, tech-rich cabin with high-quality materials
Open-top features like AIRSCARF and wind deflectors enhance usability
Cons
Very expensive in its segment
Real-world range drops with spirited driving
Heavy, which affects agility slightly
Boot space compromised due to battery
Complex infotainment interface
High price point compared to similarly engaging rivals
Engine performance lacks excitement in the lower variants
Not as sporty or driver-focused as competitors like the BMW 4 Series Convertible
