The Mercedes-Benz CLE Cabrio focuses more on comfort and technology

The Mercedes-Benz CLE Cabrio focuses more on comfort and technology

The new Mercedes-Benz CLE Cabrio features expressive design, intelligent technology and high-quality equipmentIn addition to combining dynamic driving characteristics with a high level of comfort. It can now be ordered with prices From 71,400 eurosIt is scheduled to be launched in Europe End of April 2024.

Another advantage of the CLE Cabrio is that passengers can travel with their hair in the wind even in low temperatures and a lot of wind thanks to the heating and turbulence reduction systems.. The acoustic fabric top, which is also part of the standard equipment – ​​available in black, red or gray – adds thermal and acoustic comfort on board when closed.

Inside, it is spacious and comfortable for long trips, the highlight being the dashboard.A 12.3-inch fully digital stand-alone display and an 11.9-inch center display in a vertical format are facing the driver. The latter can be tilted electrically at an angle of 15 to 40 degrees to avoid glare when the soft roof is open.

Ambient lighting is also dynamic. Lighting strips extend from the driver's seat, through the doors and rear side panels, to the back of the rear seats. This feeling of overwhelming elegance is enhanced by two other details: the upper part of the instrument panel, the belt lines and the cover of the hood storage compartment are covered in black artificial leather with Nappa effect. There are also chrome inserts running throughout the interior of the cabin.

The entertainment equipment is highly interactive and personalized. The third generation of the MBUX (Mercedes-Benz User Experience) infotainment system allows you to view third-party applications such as the entertainment platform TikTok, the video conferencing app Zoom or Audials, a provider of radio, podcast, video and audio recording applications. The MBUX Entertainment Package is available as an option via the Mercedes me Store and includes Internet radio, music streaming and a data package from the selected mobile operator.

In the engine range of this Mercedes Cabrio, in diesel (CLE 220 d) and petrol (CLE 200) versions, all blocks are part-hybrid.. Each engine includes a starter/generator and a 48-volt electrical system, and the model is available with a four-cylinder gasoline engine and an in-line six-cylinder engine in the range with a displacement of 3 litres. Both versions reach a maximum speed of more than 230 km/h, and need only 7.9 seconds to go from 0 to 100 km/h.

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