Mercedes-Benz India launched the Mercedes-AMG CLE 53 4Matic+ Coupe , further strengthening its top-end luxury performance portfolio in India. The Mercedes-AMG CLE 53 4Matic+ Coupe is priced at Rs 1.35 crore (ex-showroom, India). Deliveries are expected to commence immediately.
The sporty, elegant two-door model combines the best of both worlds - the agility and sportiness of the C-Class with the space, elegance and status of the E-Class; delivering an unparalleled driving experience with a stunning road presence for performance enthusiasts.
The new CLE 53 4Matic + uses a comprehensively upgraded version of the 3.0-litre M 256M inline six cylinder turbo engine. The facelift generation of the high-performance engine, now known as the M 256M, impresses above all with optimised combustion chambers with redesigned inlet and outlet channels, new piston rings, optimized injection and a new exhaust gas turbocharger. In conjunction with the new electric additional compressor, this offers an increase in boost pressure by 0.4 bar to 1.5 bar and thus a higher torque of 560 Nm in continuous operation and 600 Nm in over boost for up to 12 seconds.
However, what is more important than the absolute torque is the availability of it and the overall response of the engine. The improved electric additional compressor is responsible for this. It can now be operated almost continuously over a longer period of time. Drivers feel this especially in medium speed ranges. For this, the exhaust gas turbocharger was made larger for higher peak performance. The new, second-generation integrated starter generator (ISG) is now integrated into the gearbox bell housing. As a central component of the 48-volt electrical system, it not only functions as an electrical generator, but also takes on hybrid functions. These include short-term boosting with 17 kW (23 hp) of power and 205 Nm of torque, recuperation, load point shifting, sailing and the almost imperceptible restart of the engine during the start-stop function.
The 3.0-litre in-line engine is coupled with the AMG Speedshift TCT 9G transmission, which impresses with adapted shift times, quick reactions, the double-declutching function and multiple downshifts. An upshift or downshift is implemented immediately. The transmission acts very spontaneously, especially in the "Sport+" driving programme and in manual mode. Dynamic acceleration manoeuvres and the adjusted shifting times are available, as is a fuel-saving driving style, depending on the driving programme selected.
With the five AMG Dynamic Select driving programmes "Slippery", "Comfort", "Sport", "Sport+" and
"Individual" the characteristics of the CLE 53 can be influenced at the touch of a finger. The fully variable AMG Performance 4Matic + all-wheel drive combines optimal traction for dynamic driving pleasure with a high level of driving safety under all conditions: on dry roads as well as on wet or slippery surfaces. The transition from rear to all-wheel drive and vice versa occurs continuously because the intelligent control is integrated into the entire vehicle system architecture. When driving moderately and in situations where all-wheel drive is not required, the front axle is completely decoupled. This increases efficiency. From the ESP Sport setting onwards, the driving behaviour is more rear-focused.
"The Mercedes-AMG CLE 53 4Matic+ Coupé completely redefines the luxury performance category, further strengthening our top-end luxury offering. This stunning performance coupé delivers the perfect balance of driving performance, an unmatched executive presence and an unrivalled sense of occasion. With eight launches in 2025, our top-end luxury vehicle strategy has been very successful, garnering immense customer response and elevating the desirability of Mercedes-Benz in the market, " said Santosh Iyer, Managing Director & CEO, Mercedes-Benz India.