Mercedes-Benz CLE Cabriolet vs KIA K2500
A proper head-to-head in South Africa — compare price, performance, fuel economy or electric range, safety and the details that shape long-term ownership.
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Mercedes-Benz CLE Cabriolet
CLE 200 Cabriolet
Petrol Mild Hybrid
9-Speed Automatic
Current
ZAR 1,473,600
ex-showroom
⚡ 150 kW
🔧 320 Nm
⛽ 14.3 km/l
VS
KIA K2500
2.5TD Tipper
Diesel
5-Speed Manual
Current
ZAR 460,995
ex-showroom
⚡ 70 kW
🔧 225 Nm
⛽ 9.5 km/l
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Decision summary
Mercedes-Benz CLE Cabriolet vs KIA K2500: the short answer
CLE Cabriolet has a large lead in Hagalu's source-backed catalogue index over K2500.
K2500 starts ZAR 1,048,605 cheaper
CLE Cabriolet from ZAR 1,473,600 · K2500 from ZAR 424,995
Five key differences
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| Specification | CLE Cabriolet | K2500 |
|---|---|---|
| Maximum Power | CLE Cabriolet150 kW | K250070 kW @ 3600 rpm |
| Maximum Torque | CLE Cabriolet320 Nm | K2500225 Nm @ 1500 rpm |
| Engine Size | CLE Cabriolet1999 cc | K25002498 cc |
| Combined Fuel Economy | CLE Cabriolet14.3 km/l | K25009.5 km/l |
| Ground Clearance | CLE Cabriolet120 mm | K2500195 mm |
Strongest published figure in that row; no road-test winner is implied.
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KIA K2500
2.5TD Tipper
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What Each Car Gets Right (and Wrong)
Specification evidence leader
CLE Cabriolet
Strengths
- More powerful engine output
- Better fuel efficiency
- Stronger listed safety equipment
Weak Spots
- Lower published practicality figures
Best suited to:
Published Performance
Published Efficiency
K2500
Strengths
- Stronger published practicality figures
Weak Spots
- Less powerful engine setup
- Lower fuel efficiency
- Fewer listed safety features
Best suited to:
Published Practicality
Which One's Right for You?
CLE Cabriolet
- Buyers prioritising the stronger published powertrain figures
- Buyers prioritising the lower published fuel or energy use
- Buyers prioritising the more complete listed safety equipment
K2500
- Buyers prioritising the stronger published space and capacity figures
Full Specs, Side by Side
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| Spec | CLE Cabriolet | K2500 |
|---|---|---|
| Model Introduced Year | 2026 | 2000 |
| Generation | Current South African CLE Cabriolet generation represented by derivative CLE 200 Cabriolet | Long-running commercial truck; second generation with D4BH engine |
| Facelift History | Current-generation/facelift specification; derivative-specific South African configuration | Updated periodically; current specification ongoing production |
| Facelift Launched Since | Current South African model cycle | Original current-generation version |
| Facelift Version Ending | Current | Current |
| Body Style | Convertible | Van |
| Model Year | 2026 | 2026 |
| Production Status | Current South African retail range | active |
| Segment | Luxury convertible | Van |
| Vehicle Type | Convertible | Van |
| Color Note | - | White (standard fleet specification) |
| Dealer Stock Note | - | Top grade in the South Africa lineup |
| Tare Mass Kg | - | 1980 kg |
| Spec | CLE Cabriolet | K2500 |
|---|---|---|
| Length | 4850 mm | 5160 mm |
| Width | 1861 mm | 1900 mm |
| Height | 1424 mm | 2120 mm |
| Wheelbase | 2865 mm | 2890 mm |
| Ground Clearance (Default) | 120 mm | 195 mm |
| Ground Clearance (With Full Seating Load) | 120 mm | 145 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 66 l | 75 l |
| Boot/Cargo Space | 385 l | 3000 l |
| Kerb Weight | 2050 kg | 1980 kg |
| Gross Vehicle Weight (GVW) | 2000 kg | 3500 kg |
| Payload Capacity | 420 kg | 1000 kg |
| Towing Capacity | 2000 kg | 1400 kg |
| Seating Capacity | 4 seats | 3 seats |
| Number of Rows | 2 rows | 1 rows |
| Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Minimum Turning Radius | 5.6 m | 12.5 m |
| Front Headroom | 960 mm | 1010 mm |
| Rear Headroom | 960 mm | Not Applicable |
| Front Legroom | 900 mm | 1040 mm |
| Rear Legroom | 900 mm | Not Applicable |
| Spec | CLE Cabriolet | K2500 |
|---|---|---|
| Engine | 1999/L4 | 2.5-litre Turbocharged Diesel |
| Engine Code | M254 | J2T |
| Fuel Type | Petrol Mild Hybrid | Diesel |
| Hybrid System | 48V Mild Hybrid | Not Applicable |
| Engine Displacement | 1999 cc | 2498 cc |
| Cylinders | 4 | 4 |
| Cylinder Layout | Inline | Inline |
| Valves | Not Officially Disclosed | 8 |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 | 2 |
| Aspiration | Turbocharged | Turbocharged |
| Fuel System | Direct injection | Direct Injection Turbodiesel |
| Compression Ratio | 10.5:1 | 18.0:1 |
| Bore | 83.0 mm | 91 mm |
| Stroke | 92.0 mm | 96 mm |
| Maximum Power | 150 kW | 70 kW @ 3600 rpm |
| Maximum Torque | 320 Nm | 225 Nm @ 1500 rpm |
| Combined Power | 150 kW | Not Applicable |
| Combined Torque | 320 Nm | Not Applicable |
| Motor Type | 48 V integrated starter-generator | Not Applicable |
| Number of Motors | 1 | Not Applicable |
| Motor Location | Integrated with transmission / rear axle depending on hybrid system | Not Applicable |
| Drive Type | RWD | RWD |
| Transmission | 9-Speed Automatic | 5-Speed Manual |
| Top Speed | 236 km/h | 140 km/h |
| 0-100 km/h | 7.9 sec | Not Officially Disclosed |
| Quarter Mile | 15.0 sec | Not Officially Disclosed |
| Drive Modes | Comfort, Sport, Individual | No |
| Launch Control | No | No |
| Rev Limiter | 6500 rpm | Not Officially Disclosed |
| Power-to-Weight Ratio | Not Officially Disclosed | 35.4 kW/tonne |
| Torque-to-Weight Ratio | Not Officially Disclosed | 113.6 Nm/tonne |
| Battery Capacity | Not Officially Disclosed | Not Applicable |
| Usable Battery Capacity | Not Officially Disclosed | Not Applicable |
| Battery Type | 0 | Not Applicable |
| Battery Voltage | Not Officially Disclosed | Not Applicable |
| Electric Range | Not Applicable | Not Applicable |
| AC Charging Power | Not Applicable | Not Applicable |
| DC Charging Power | Not Applicable | Not Applicable |
| AC Charging Time | Not Applicable | Not Applicable |
| DC Charging Time | Not Applicable | Not Applicable |
| Regenerative Braking | No | Not Applicable |
| Spec | CLE Cabriolet | K2500 |
|---|---|---|
| Gearbox | 9G-TRONIC automatic | 5-Speed Manual |
| Drivetrain Layout | RWD | RWD |
| LSD Available | No | No |
| Transfer Case | Not Applicable | Not Applicable |
| Differential Lock | No | No |
| Paddle Shifters | Yes | No |
| Final Drive Ratio | Model-specific ratio; Hagalu Research Team reference | 4.30 |
| Number of Gears | 9 | 5 |
| Transmission Type | 9G-TRONIC automatic | Manual Transmission |
| Clutch Type | Torque converter | Single Dry Disc |
| Gear Shift Indicator | Yes | Yes |
| Gear Shift Type | Automatic with manual shift mode | Manual |
| Drivetrain | RWD | RWD |
| 4WD Engagement | No | Not Applicable |
| 4WD Hi Range | 0 | Not Applicable |
| 4WD Lo Range | 0 | Not Applicable |
| 4WD Selector | No | Not Applicable |
| Automatic Shift Paddles | Yes | No |
| Front Differential Lock | No | Not Applicable |
| Gearbox Type | 9G-TRONIC automatic | 5-Speed Manual |
| Low Range Ratio | 0 | Not Applicable |
| Low Range | 0 | Not Applicable |
| Axle Layout | Driven axle configuration: RWD | RWD |
| Rear Differential Lock | No | Not Applicable |
| Transmission Speeds | 9 | 5 |
| Engine Position | - | Front Transverse |
| Steering Turns Lock to Lock | - | 15.2:1 |
| Differential Type Front | - | Not Available |
| Differential Type Rear | - | Not Available |
| Transfer Case Guard | - | Not Available |
| Spec | CLE Cabriolet | K2500 |
|---|---|---|
| Claimed Mileage | 14.3 km/l | 9.5 km/l |
| City Mileage | 14.3 km/l | 8.0 km/l |
| Highway Mileage | 14.3 km/l | 11.1 km/l |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 66 l | 75 l |
| Emission Standard | Euro 6 | Euro 3 |
| AdBlue Tank Capacity | 0 l | No |
| Auto Start Stop | Yes | No |
| Real-world Mileage | 14.3 km/l | 9.5 km/l |
| Charging Port Type | Not Applicable | Not Applicable |
| Charging Type | Not Applicable | Not Applicable |
| Fuel Tank Litres | 66 | 75 |
| Combined Driving Range | 0 | Not Applicable |
| Electric Consumption | 0 | Not Applicable |
| Range Real World Highway | 0 km | Not Applicable |
| Range Real World Mixed | 0 km | Not Applicable |
| Low Fuel Warning | - | Yes |
| Spec | CLE Cabriolet | K2500 |
|---|---|---|
| Airbags | 7 | 0 |
| ABS | Yes | No |
| Electronic Stability Control | Yes | No |
| Traction Control | Yes | No |
| Hill Descent Control | No | Not Available |
| Hill Start Assist | Yes | No |
| Child Safety Lock | Yes | No |
| ISOFIX Mounts | Yes | No |
| Brake Assist | Ventilated disc brakes | No |
| Tyre Pressure Monitor | Mercedes-Benz model-specific chassis equipment | No |
| Engine Immobiliser | Yes | Yes |
| Seatbelt Warning All Seats | Comfort seats with model-specific electric adjustment | Yes |
| Front Parking Sensors | Front and rear | No |
| AEB | Ventilated disc brakes | No |
| BA | Yes | No |
| Brake Override System | Ventilated disc brakes | Yes |
| Curtain Airbags | Yes | No |
| Driver Airbag | Yes | No |
| EBD | Yes | No |
| Engine Immobiliser | Yes | Yes |
| Hill Hold | Yes | No |
| Passenger Airbag | Yes | No |
| Rear Cross Traffic Alert | Yes | No |
| Seatbelt Pretensioners | Comfort seats with model-specific electric adjustment | Yes |
| Seatbelt Reminder | Comfort seats with model-specific electric adjustment | Yes |
| Side Airbags | Yes | No |
| Stability Control | Yes | No |
| TCS | Yes | No |
| Knee Airbag | Yes | No |
| ABS EBD | Yes | No |
| Alarm System | - | No |
| Central Locking | - | Yes |
| Side Impact Beams | - | Yes |
| Speed Alert System | - | Yes |
| Pedestrian Detection AEB | - | No |
| Whiplash Protection | - | No |
| Lane Change Warning | - | No |
| Fatigue Detection | - | No |
| Blind Spot Monitoring | - | No |
| Anti Theft Alarm | - | No |
| Driver Front Passenger Airbags | - | 0 |
| Driver Passenger Airbags | - | 0 |
| ESC With Traction Control | - | No |
| Spec | CLE Cabriolet | K2500 |
|---|---|---|
| Cruise Control | Adaptive cruise control | No |
| Adaptive Cruise Control | Yes | No |
| Lane Keep Assist | Yes | No |
| Lane Departure Warning | Yes | No |
| Blind Spot Monitoring | Yes | No |
| Rear Cross Traffic Alert | Yes | No |
| Parking Sensors | Front and rear | No |
| Rear View Camera | Yes | No |
| 360 Degree Camera | Yes | No |
| Autonomous Emergency Braking | Ventilated disc brakes | No |
| Driver Fatigue Alert | Yes | No |
| Traffic Sign Recognition | Yes | No |
| Auto Highbeam | Yes | No |
| Auto Wipers | Rain-sensing automatic wipers | No |
| Rear Parking Sensors | Front and rear | No |
| Reverse Camera | Yes | No |
| Adaptive Cruise Control | Yes | No |
| Park Assist | Yes | No |
| Around View Monitor | Yes | No |
| Blind Spot Warning | Yes | No |
| Forward Collision Warning | Yes | No |
| Auto Lights | - | No |
| Eco Mode | - | No |
| EV Mode | - | No |
| Sport Mode | - | No |
| Emergency Braking | - | No |
| Front Camera | - | No |
| Parking Distance Sensors | - | No |
| Parking Sensor | - | No |
| Automatic High Beam | - | No |
| Pre-Collision System | - | No |
| Rain Sensor Wipers | - | No |
| Rear View Camera | - | No |
| Reverse Camera Type | - | No |
| Reversing Camera | - | No |
| Surround View Camera | Yes | No |
| Spec | CLE Cabriolet | K2500 |
|---|---|---|
| Seat Material | ARTICO man-made leather / fabric trim | Vinyl |
| Heated Seats | Front heated seats | No |
| Ventilated Seats | Model/option dependent | No |
| Ambient Lighting | 64-colour ambient lighting | No |
| Steering Wheel Material | Nappa leather multifunction steering wheel | Urethane |
| 60 40 Split Seat | Comfort seats with model-specific electric adjustment | No |
| Driver Seat Adjustment | Electric adjustment with memory | 2-Way Manual |
| Passenger Seat Adjustment | Electric adjustment with memory | 2-Way Manual |
| Seat Trim | Comfort seats with model-specific electric adjustment | Vinyl |
| Seat Adjustment | - | 2-Way Manual |
| Steering Type | - | Yes |
| Steering Adjustment | - | Tilt and Telescopic |
| Folding Rear Seats | - | No |
| Front Armrest | - | No |
| Rear Armrest | - | No |
| Front Shoulder Room | - | 1405 mm |
| Rear Shoulder Room | - | 1350 mm |
| Cup Holders | - | 2 |
| Rear AC Vents | - | No |
| Rear USB Ports | - | No |
| Instrument Cluster Type | - | Analogue |
| Interior Colour Options | - | Grey |
| Driver Lumbar Support | - | No |
| Door Map Pockets | - | Yes |
| Adjustable Driver Seat | - | 2-Way Manual |
| Adjustable Front Seat | - | 2-Way Manual |
| Cooled Seats | - | No |
| Fabric Seats | - | No |
| Front Headrest | - | Adjustable |
| Leather Seats | - | No |
| Memory Seats | - | No |
| Rear Headrest | - | No |
| Armrest Front | - | No |
| Armrest Rear | - | No |
| Driver Seat | - | 2-Way Manual |
| Interior Courtesy Lamps | - | Commercial cab, driver and passenger seating, basic instrumentation, air conditioning (Aircon variant), manual controls |
| Interior Trim Colour | - | Grey |
| Leather Accented Seat Trim | - | Vinyl |
| Interior Colours | - | Grey |
| Rear Seat Centre Armrest | - | No |
| Seat Adjustment Driver Backrest | - | No |
| Seat Belt Warning | - | Yes |
| Seat Fold Type | - | No |
| Spec | CLE Cabriolet | K2500 |
|---|---|---|
| Climate Control | Automatic climate control | No |
| Power Windows | Yes | No |
| Keyless Entry | KEYLESS-GO | No |
| Push Button Start | Yes | No |
| Wireless Charging | Yes | No |
| Sunroof | Panoramic glass roof / model-specific roof | No |
| Electric Tailgate | No | No |
| Rain Sensing Wipers | Rain-sensing automatic wipers | No |
| AC Type | Automatic climate control | No |
| Load Bed Length | - | 2200 mm |
| Load Bed Width | - | 1600 mm |
| Automatic Headlamps | - | No |
| Auto Dimming Mirror | - | No |
| Boot Space Seats Folded | - | Not Applicable |
| Rear Window Defroster | - | No |
| Electric Mirror Folding | - | No |
| Driver Seat Height Adjustment | - | No |
| Follow Me Home Headlamps | - | No |
| 12V Accessory Socket | - | Yes |
| Speed Limiter | - | Yes |
| Adaptive Dampers | - | No |
| Aero Kit | - | No |
| Auto Dimming Irvm | - | No |
| Boot Opener | - | Manual |
| Chrome Exterior Highlights | - | No |
| Chrome Grille | - | No |
| Climate Zones | - | 1 |
| Door Ajar Warning | - | Yes |
| Drag Coefficient | - | 0.46 |
| Driver Display | - | Analogue Cluster |
| Electric Folding Mirrors | - | No |
| Engine Check Warning | - | Yes |
| Engine Start Button Illumination | - | No |
| Engine Start Stop | Yes | No |
| Engine Start Stop Button | Yes | No |
| Engine Warranty | - | 5 Years / 150,000 km |
| Front Armrest | - | No |
| Front Power Outlet | - | No |
| Fuel Consumption Combined | - | 10.5 |
| Fuel Lid Opener | - | Manual |
| Glovebox Cooling | - | No |
| Headlamp Height Adjust | - | Yes |
| Headlamp Washer | - | No |
| Headrest Adjustable | - | Yes |
| Heads Up Display | - | No |
| Hill Start Assist | - | No |
| Impact Sensing Door Unlock | - | Yes |
| Intercooler | - | Yes |
| Multi Function Steering | - | No |
| Panoramic Roof | Panoramic glass roof / model-specific roof | No |
| Performance Data Logger | - | No |
| Power Mirrors | - | No |
| Push Button Start | Yes | No |
| Rear Defogger | - | No |
| Rear Reading Lamps | - | No |
| Rear Seat Split | - | No |
| Rear Wing | - | No |
| Remote Engine Start | - | No |
| Rev Matching | - | No |
| Ride Mode Selection | - | No |
| Roof Antenna | - | Yes |
| Seat Type | - | Vinyl Seats |
| Seatbelt Pre Tensioner | - | Yes |
| Service Reminder | - | Yes |
| Side Steps | - | No |
| Skid Plates | - | No |
| Spare Wheel | 19-inch alloy wheels | Full-Size Spare |
| Speed Alert System | - | No |
| Stabilizer Bar | - | Yes |
| Steering Mounted Controls | - | No |
| Steering Response | - | Normal |
| Tachometer | - | Yes |
| Tail Lamps | - | No |
| Telescopic Steering | - | Tilt and Telescopic |
| Tilt Steering | - | Tilt and Telescopic |
| Trip Computer | - | Yes |
| Tyre Repair Kit | - | No |
| Vanity Mirror | - | No |
| Voice Command | - | No |
| Voice Command Support | - | No |
| Air Conditioning | Automatic climate control | No |
| Automatic High Beam | - | No |
| Battery Preconditioning | - | Not Available |
| Bed Extender | - | Not Available |
| Bottle Holders | - | 2 |
| Canopy Fitment | - | Not Available |
| Centre Console | - | No |
| Common Rail Injection | - | Direct Injection Turbodiesel |
| Diff Lock | - | No |
| Difflock | - | No |
| Digital Speedometer | - | No |
| Electric Fold Indicator Mirrors | - | No |
| Front Diff Lock | - | Not Available |
| Front Wiper | - | No |
| Front Wipers Type | - | No |
| Glove Box | - | Yes |
| Heated Mirrors | - | No |
| Intelligent Battery System | - | Not Available |
| Intelligent Keyless Entry | - | No |
| Lift Gate | - | No |
| Load Bed Cover | - | Not Available |
| Load Bed Light | - | Not Available |
| Load Bed Steps | - | Not Available |
| Loadbox Depth Mm | - | Not Available |
| Loadbox Length Mm | - | 2200 mm |
| Loadbox Rope Hooks | - | Not Available |
| Loadbox Tiedown Brackets | - | Not Available |
| Loadbox Width Mm | - | 1600 mm |
| Manual Aircon | - | No |
| Mirror | - | Manual |
| One Pedal Driving | - | Not Available |
| Passive Entry Start | - | No |
| Power Socket 12v | - | Yes |
| Powered Tailgate | - | No |
| Reading Lights Rear | - | No |
| Rear Air Conditioning | - | No |
| Rear Diff Lock | - | Not Available |
| Rear Electric Motor | - | Not Available |
| Rear LED Combination Taillights | - | No |
| Rearview Mirror Inside | - | No |
| Regenerative Braking Levels | - | Not Available |
| Remote Central Locking | - | Yes |
| Remote Side Mirror | - | No |
| Remote Start | - | No |
| Rim Size | 19 | 195R15C |
| Roof Rack Compatibility | - | No |
| Side Impact Bars | - | Yes |
| Sonar | - | No |
| Sound System | 13 | 2 |
| Source Model Column | - | k2500 |
| Sport Plus Mode | - | Not Available |
| Sports Bar | - | Not Available |
| Stabilizer Bar Front | - | Yes |
| Stabilizer Bar Rear | - | No |
| Steering Column Adjustment | - | Tilt and Telescopic |
| Sub Frame | - | Body-on-Frame |
| Surround View Monitor | Yes | No |
| Tailgate Damper | - | Not Available |
| Tailgate Lock | - | Not Available |
| Tow Bar Type | - | Not Available |
| TPMS | Mercedes-Benz model-specific chassis equipment | No |
| Trim Level | - | top |
| Unlocking | KEYLESS-GO | No |
| Vanity Mirror Illuminated | - | No |
| Variant Role | - | Commercial utility derivative |
| Vdc | - | No |
| Vehicle To Grid | - | Not Available |
| Vehicle To Load | - | Not Available |
| Walk Away Auto Door Lock | - | No |
| Walk Away Lock | - | No |
| Wireless Charger | Yes | No |
| Spec | CLE Cabriolet | K2500 |
|---|---|---|
| Infotainment System | MBUX multimedia system | 0-inch Touchscreen |
| Apple CarPlay | Wireless Apple CarPlay | No |
| Android Auto | Wireless Android Auto | No |
| Bluetooth Connectivity | Yes | No |
| Number of Speakers | 13 | 2 |
| Digital Instrument Cluster | 12.3-inch digital instrument display | No |
| USB Ports | USB-C ports | 0 |
| Infotainment Screen | MBUX multimedia system | 0 |
| Touchscreen | MBUX multimedia system | 0 |
| Navigation System | - | No |
| Wireless Apple CarPlay | Wireless Apple CarPlay | No |
| Wireless Android Auto | Wireless Android Auto | No |
| FM Radio | - | Yes |
| Steering Wheel Audio Controls | - | No |
| Voice Recognition | - | No |
| AUX Input | - | No |
| Infotainment Screen Size | MBUX multimedia system | 0 |
| Wi-Fi Hotspot | - | No |
| Audio Controls On Steering | - | No |
| Infotainment Display | - | 0 |
| Rear Usb | - | No |
| Premium Audio | - | No |
| Audio | - | Yes |
| Audio Speakers | 13 | 2 |
| Audio System | - | Yes |
| Display Audio | - | 0-inch Touchscreen |
| Front Rear USB Charge Ports | - | 0 |
| Head Up Display | - | No |
| Multi Information Display | - | Analogue |
| Connected Services | - | No |
| Voice Control | - | No |
| Smartphone Connectivity | - | No |
| Radio | - | Yes |
| Spec | CLE Cabriolet | K2500 |
|---|---|---|
| LED Headlamps | LED High Performance headlamps | No |
| Daytime Running Lamps | LED daytime running lights | Yes |
| Fog Lamps | Integrated LED all-weather lighting | No |
| Roof Rails | No | No |
| Exterior Colour Options | Mercedes-Benz model-specific exterior equipment | White |
| Headlights | LED High Performance headlamps | No |
| Panoramic Sunroof | Panoramic glass roof / model-specific roof | No |
| Alloy Wheel Design | - | Steel |
| Chrome Exterior Finish | - | No |
| Body Cladding | - | No |
| Rear Spoiler | - | No |
| Roof Type | - | Cab |
| Wing Mirror Type | - | Manual |
| Rear Wiper | - | No |
| Door Handle Finish | - | Metal |
| Body Type | - | Tipper Truck |
| DRL | LED daytime running lights | Yes |
| Fog Lights | - | No |
| Front Fog Lights | - | No |
| Led Headlights | LED High Performance headlamps | No |
| Led Taillights | - | No |
| Rear Fog Lights | - | No |
| Front Overhang | - | 870 mm |
| Rear Overhang | - | 1400 mm |
| Auto Headlights | - | No |
| Automatic Headlamps | - | No |
| Daytime Running Lights | LED daytime running lights | Yes |
| Electric Blind Sunroof | - | Cab |
| Exterior Colour Options | - | 1 |
| Exterior Door Handle Colour | - | Metal |
| Exterior Mirror Electric | - | No |
| Exterior Mirror Folding | - | No |
| Front Fog Lamps | Integrated LED all-weather lighting | No |
| Headlamp Levelling | - | No |
| Headlamps | LED High Performance headlamps | No |
| Headlight Type | LED High Performance headlamps | No |
| Load Bed Liner | - | Not Available |
| Active Exhaust | - | Not Available |
| Rear Spoiler | - | No |
| Spec | CLE Cabriolet | K2500 |
|---|---|---|
| Approach Angle | Not Applicable | 25 deg |
| Departure Angle | Not Applicable | 17 deg |
| Wading Depth | Not Applicable | Not Available |
| Terrain Modes | Not Applicable | Not Available |
| Locking Differential | No | No |
| 4WD System Type | No | Not Applicable |
| Breakover Angle | Not Applicable | 15 deg |
| Underbody Protection | - | No |
| Ramp Breakover Angle | - | 15 deg |
| Recovery Hooks | - | Yes |
| Hill Descent Control | No | Not Available |
| Ramp-over Angle | - | 19 deg |
| Approach Angle Deg | - | 25 deg |
| Departure Angle Deg | - | 17 deg |
| Energy Recovery Display | - | Not Available |
| Front Skid Plate Guard | - | Not Available |
| Ground Clearance Max | - | 195 mm |
| Ground Clearance Min | - | 195 mm |
| Off Road Descent Control | - | Not Available |
| Off Road Traction Assist | - | Not Available |
| Crawl Control | - | Not Available |
| Rear Skid Plate Guard | - | Not Available |
| Skid Plates Fuel Tank | - | Not Available |
| Skid Plates Transfer Case | - | Not Available |
| Terrain Mode Mud | - | Not Available |
| Terrain Mode Normal | - | Not Available |
| Terrain Mode Rock | - | Not Available |
| Terrain Mode Sand | - | Not Available |
| Terrain Mode Snow | - | Not Available |
| Terrain Response System | - | Not Available |
| Underbody Camera | - | Not Available |
| Spec | CLE Cabriolet | K2500 |
|---|---|---|
| Tyre Size | 245/40 R19 | 195R15C |
| Front Brake Type | Ventilated disc | Ventilated Disc |
| Rear Brake Type | Disc | Drum |
| Spare Wheel Type | 19-inch alloy wheels | Full-Size Spare |
| Wheel Rim Size | 19 | 195R15C |
| Handbrake Type | Ventilated disc brakes | Manual |
| Wheel Type | - | Steel |
| Front Brake Disc Diameter | - | 300 mm |
| Rear Brake Drum Diameter | - | 276 mm |
| Parking Brake Type | - | Manual |
| Tyre Load Index | - | 116 |
| Tyre Speed Rating | - | L |
| Brake Type Front | - | Ventilated Disc |
| Brake Type Rear | - | Drum |
| Spare Tyre | 19-inch alloy wheels | Full-Size Spare |
| Tyre Type | - | Radial |
| Front Tyre Width | - | 195 mm |
| Rear Tyre Width | - | 195 mm |
| Wheel Diameter | 19 | 195R15C |
| Auto Brake Hold | - | Manual |
| Autonomous Emergency Brake | - | No |
| Brakes | - | Ventilated Disc |
| Cornering Brake Control | - | No |
| Electric Park Brake | - | Manual |
| Electronic Brakeforce Distribution | - | No |
| Fifth Wheel Prep | - | Not Available |
| Hydraulic Brake Assist | - | No |
| Leather Steering Wheel | - | Urethane |
| Spare Wheel Size Type | - | Full-Size Spare |
| Steering Wheel Audio Controls | - | No |
| Steering Wheel Cruise Controls | - | No |
| Steering Wheel Phone Controls | - | No |
| Steering Wheel Trim | - | Urethane |
| Tyre Pressure Display | - | No |
| Tyre Pressure Monitoring | Mercedes-Benz model-specific chassis equipment | No |
| Wheel Material | - | Steel |
| Wheel Size Type | - | 195R15C |
| Wheels | - | Steel |
| Spec | CLE Cabriolet | K2500 |
|---|---|---|
| Front Suspension | Independent multi-link suspension | Independent Double Wishbone |
| Rear Suspension | Independent multi-link suspension | Rigid Axle Leaf Spring |
| Front Track Width | - | 1530 mm |
| Rear Track Width | - | 1580 mm |
| Chassis Type | - | Body-on-Frame |
| Power Steering | - | Yes |
| Steering Column | - | Adjustable |
| Front Spring Type | - | Coil Spring |
| Rear Spring Type | - | Leaf Spring |
| Front Anti-Roll Bar | - | Yes |
| Rear Anti-Roll Bar | - | No |
| Shock Absorber Type | - | Telescopic |
| Chassis Material | - | Body-on-Frame |
| Front Suspension Type | Independent multi-link suspension | Independent Double Wishbone |
| MagneRide Damping | - | Not Available |
| Rear Axle Type | - | Rigid Axle Leaf Spring |
| Rear Suspension Type | Independent multi-link suspension | Rigid Axle Leaf Spring |
| Shock Absorbers | - | Telescopic |
| Suspension | - | Independent Double Wishbone |
| Spec | CLE Cabriolet | K2500 |
|---|---|---|
| CO2 Emissions | 175 g/km | 275 g/km |
| Start Stop System | - | No |
| Hybrid System Type | - | Not Available |
| Noise Level | - | 78 dB |
| Variable Valve Timing | - | No |
| Fuel Octane Requirement | - | B7 Diesel |
| Particulate Filter | - | DPF |
| Euro Emission Standard | - | Euro 3 |
| Idle CO2 Output | - | 289 |
| Fuel Evaporation Control | - | No |
| CO2 Emissions G Km | - | 275 |
| Spec | CLE Cabriolet | K2500 |
|---|---|---|
| Service Plan | 5 Years / 100000 km | 1 Year / 15,000 km |
| Service Interval | - | 7500 |
| Approx Service Cost | - | R2,000 per service |
| Battery Warranty | - | 5 Years / 150,000 km |
| Maintenance Plan | - | 1 Year / 15,000 km |
| Engine Oil Capacity | - | 8.0 l |
| Engine Oil Change Interval | - | 7500 |
| First Service At | - | 7500 |
| Service Plan Duration | 5 Years / 100000 km | 1 Year / 15,000 km |
| Service Plan Distance | 5 Years / 100000 km | 1 Year / 15,000 km |
| Anti-Rust Treatment | - | Yes |
| Alternator | - | Yes |
| Service Intervals | - | 7500 |
| Spec | CLE Cabriolet | K2500 |
|---|---|---|
| Ownership Role | Displayed price includes 15% VAT; CO2 tax is separate where listed; five-year/100,000 km service and maintenance plan may be excluded. | Top |
| Price Zar | 1473600 ZAR | 460995 ZAR |
| Pricing Role | Current South African retail price | Current listed price |
| Starting Price | 1600000 | 460995 |
| Starting Price Zar | 1600000 | 460995 |
| Spec | CLE Cabriolet | K2500 |
|---|---|---|
| Warranty | 5 Years / 100000 km | 5 Years / 150,000 km |
| Warranty Years | 5 Years / 100000 km | 5 Years / 150,000 km |
| Warranty Kilometers | 5 Years / 100000 km | 5 Years / 150,000 km |
| Roadside Assistance | - | 3 Years |
| Anti-Corrosion Warranty | - | 3 Years |
| Basic Warranty | 5 Years / 100000 km | 5 Years / 150,000 km |
| Roadside Assistance | - | 3 Years |
| Warranty Roadside Assistance | - | 3 Years |
| Spec | CLE Cabriolet | K2500 |
|---|---|---|
| Real-world City Mileage Min | - | 6.8 l/100km |
| Real-world City Mileage Max | - | 8.8 l/100km |
| Real-world Highway Mileage Min | - | 10.0 l/100km |
| Real-world Highway Mileage Max | - | 11.7 l/100km |
In depth: how these cars differ
This CLE Cabriolet and K2500 comparison uses the exact derivatives selected above for South Africa. The catalogue index covers performance, efficiency, safety equipment, practicality and ownership cover only where comparable source-backed fields are present.
Performance index: CLE Cabriolet 65 vs K2500 41.
Efficiency index: CLE Cabriolet 60 vs K2500 40.
Safety-equipment index: CLE Cabriolet 95 vs K2500 0.
Practicality index: CLE Cabriolet 53 vs K2500 71.
Ownership-cover index: CLE Cabriolet not separately scored vs K2500 49.
These figures are Hagalu catalogue-comparison indicators, not customer ratings, crash-test scores, resale guarantees or a substitute for a road test. Each page shows its weighted source coverage beside the result.
Model imagery
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Mercedes-Benz CLE Cabriolet
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Specification Evidence Index
A transparent comparison of published catalogue fields. This is not a road-test score, owner rating or editorial review rating, and it appears only when every vehicle clears the same comparable-data threshold.
Evidence-index readout
CLE Cabriolet leads by 29 points
CLE Cabriolet has a large lead in Hagalu's source-backed catalogue index over K2500.
Evidence leader
69
/100
Lead
29
points
Data
83%
source coverage
69
#1
Evidence leader
CLE Cabriolet
83% source coverage
1 strong categories
Best at
Safety 95
Check
Practicality 53
Performance
65
Efficiency
60
Safety
95
Practicality
53
Leads by 29 points
40
#2
K2500
84% source coverage
1 strong categories
Best at
Practicality 71
Check
Safety 0
Performance
41
Efficiency
40
Safety
0
Practicality
71
Ownership
49
Performance 24%
Safety 22%
Practicality 22%
Efficiency 17%
Ownership 15%
Category leaders
What moves the verdict
Performance
CLE Cabriolet +24
Efficiency
CLE Cabriolet +20
Safety
CLE Cabriolet +95
Practicality
K2500 +18
Large difference in the source-backed catalogue index.
Why this score View full breakdown
Evidence-index leader
CLE Cabriolet
Performance
65/100
Efficiency
60/100
Safety
95/100
Practicality
53/100
K2500
Performance
41/100
Efficiency
40/100
Safety
0/100
Practicality
71/100
Ownership
49/100
What the evidence means
Evidence index
Mercedes-Benz CLE Cabriolet
leads the specification evidence index with 69 pts
vs 40 pts for K2500
In Hagalu's specification evidence index, CLE Cabriolet leads. However, K2500 may suit buyers prioritising different confirmed fields. Ultimately, the right choice depends on your driving priorities in South Africa.
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CLE Cabriolet vs K2500 questions
There is no universal winner. Use the comparison table to match the models and available derivatives in South Africa on price, safety equipment, space, powertrain and ownership cover. The category indicators summarise published catalogue data; they are not a road test or customer rating.
Compare the published consumption or mileage rows for the exact derivatives using the same unit and test basis. A catalogue figure is useful for like-for-like comparison, but traffic, speed, load, weather and driving style can change actual fuel use.
Compare only equipment explicitly listed for each derivative, including airbags, stability control and driver-assistance systems. Confirm the exact trim with the manufacturer, and treat any independent crash-test result separately because equipment and ratings can differ by market.
A reliable five-year total cannot be calculated from catalogue data alone. Add the exact purchase and finance cost, fuel or electricity, insurance quotes, scheduled servicing, tyres and expected resale value. Check whether the selected derivative includes a service or maintenance plan.
Use the seating, boot or load-space, ISOFIX and safety rows as a first check. Then test the exact cars with your child seats, passengers and typical luggage, because published dimensions do not show every access or comfort difference.
Compare the published power, torque and 0–100 km/h rows when they are available for both exact derivatives. Vehicle weight, gearing and power delivery also matter, so catalogue outputs alone do not establish real-world overtaking or response.