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Decision summary
Mercedes-Benz CLE Coupé vs GWM H1: the short answer
CLE Coupé holds a noticeable catalogue-index lead over H1.
Recorded price context
CLE Coupé:
current from
ZAR 1,313,601
·
H1:
last listed from
ZAR 229,900
Five key differences
Exact selected derivatives
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Specification
CLE Coupé
H1
Maximum Power
CLE Coupé150 kW
H178 kW @ 6000 rpm
Maximum Torque
CLE Coupé320 Nm
H1135 Nm @ 4000 rpm
Engine Size
CLE Coupé1999 cc
H11497 cc
Combined Fuel Economy
CLE Coupé15.2 km/l
H17.0 km/l
Ground Clearance
CLE Coupé120 mm
H1160 mm
Strongest published figure in that row; no road-test winner is implied.
Independent editorial assessment
Hagalu editorial ratings
When a variant is selected, its rating out of five applies only to that exact derivative; a model-range review is not inherited. Editorial ratings are separate from the Specification Evidence Index out of 100 and are not customer ratings.
Mercedes-Benz CLE Coupé
CLE 200 Coupé
Hagalu editorial ratingNot yet rated
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Not yet rated means a complete review is not published; it does not mean the vehicle scored zero. Read the rating methodology.
What Each Car Gets Right (and Wrong)
Specification evidence leader
CLE Coupé
Strengths
More powerful engine output
Better fuel efficiency
Stronger listed safety equipment
Weak Spots
Lower published practicality figures
Best suited to:Published PerformancePublished Efficiency
H1
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 Coupé
Buyers prioritising the stronger published powertrain figures
Buyers prioritising the lower published fuel or energy use
Buyers prioritising the more complete listed safety equipment
H1
Buyers prioritising the stronger published space and capacity figures
Full Specs, Side by Side
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Spec
CLE Coupé
H1
Model Introduced Year
2026
2015
Generation
Current South African CLE Coupé generation represented by derivative CLE 200 Coupé
Single generation in South Africa from 2015-2019. The H1 was based on an older Great Wall platform and was discontinued without a direct successor.
Facelift History
Current-generation/facelift specification; derivative-specific South African configuration
H1 received a single mid-cycle update in 2017 that brought minor exterior styling refinements and an updated infotainment system. No significant mechanical changes through the model life.
Facelift Launched Since
Current South African model cycle
2017
Facelift Version Ending
Current
Current
Body Style
Coupe
SUV
Model Year
2026
2026
Production Status
Current South African retail range
Active
Segment
Premium coupé
SUV
Vehicle Type
Coupé
SUV
Spec
CLE Coupé
H1
Length
4850 mm
4002 mm
Width
1861 mm
1740 mm
Height
1428 mm
1567 mm
Wheelbase
2865 mm
2450 mm
Ground Clearance (Default)
120 mm
160 mm
Ground Clearance (With Full Seating Load)
120 mm
150 mm
Fuel Tank Capacity
66 l
42 l
Boot/Cargo Space
420 l
450 l
Kerb Weight
1910 kg
1650 kg
Gross Vehicle Weight (GVW)
2000 kg
1770 kg
Payload Capacity
490 kg
550 kg
Towing Capacity
2000 kg
2000 kg
Seating Capacity
4 seats
5 seats
Number of Rows
2 rows
2 rows
Doors
2 doors
5 doors
Minimum Turning Radius
5.6 m
5.2 m
Front Headroom
960 mm
975 mm
Rear Headroom
960 mm
950 mm
Front Legroom
900 mm
1020 mm
Rear Legroom
900 mm
840 mm
Spec
CLE Coupé
H1
Engine
1999/L4
1.5-litre Naturally Aspirated Petrol
Engine Code
M254
GW4G15
Fuel Type
Petrol Mild Hybrid
Petrol
Hybrid System
48V Mild Hybrid
Not Applicable
Engine Displacement
1999 cc
1497 cc
Cylinders
4
4
Cylinder Layout
Inline
Inline
Valves
Not Officially Disclosed
16
Valves per Cylinder
4
4
Aspiration
Turbocharged
Naturally Aspirated
Fuel System
Direct injection
Multi-Point Injection
Compression Ratio
10.5:1
10.5:1
Bore
83.0 mm
73.5 mm
Stroke
92.0 mm
88.3 mm
Maximum Power
150 kW
78 kW @ 6000 rpm
Maximum Torque
320 Nm
135 Nm @ 4000 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
FWD
Transmission
9-Speed Automatic
CVT
Top Speed
240 km/h
155 km/h
0-100 km/h
7.4 sec
13.5 sec
Quarter Mile
15.0 sec
Not Officially Disclosed
Drive Modes
Comfort, Sport, Individual
Not Officially Disclosed
Launch Control
No
Not Officially Disclosed
Rev Limiter
6500 rpm
Not Officially Disclosed
Power-to-Weight Ratio
Not Officially Disclosed
Not Officially Disclosed
Torque-to-Weight Ratio
Not Officially Disclosed
Not Officially Disclosed
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 Coupé
H1
Gearbox
9G-TRONIC automatic
6-Speed CVT
Drivetrain Layout
RWD
FWD
LSD Available
No
Not Applicable
Transfer Case
Not Applicable
Not Applicable
Differential Lock
No
Not Applicable
Paddle Shifters
Yes
Not Applicable
Final Drive Ratio
Model-specific ratio; Hagalu Research Team reference
3.94:1
Number of Gears
9
6
Transmission Type
9G-TRONIC automatic
Automatic CVT
Clutch Type
Torque converter
Torque Converter
Gear Shift Indicator
Yes
Electronic automatic gear selector
Gear Shift Type
Automatic with manual shift mode
Electronic automatic gear selector
Drivetrain
RWD
Front Wheel Drive
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
Yes
Front Differential Lock
No
Open differential with electronic traction control
Gearbox Type
9G-TRONIC automatic
Automatic
Low Range Ratio
0
Not Applicable
Low Range
0
Not Applicable
Axle Layout
Driven axle configuration: RWD
Front driven axle
Rear Differential Lock
No
Open differential with electronic traction control
Transmission Speeds
9
6
Engine Position
-
Transverse Front-Mounted
Steering Turns Lock to Lock
-
3.2
Spec
CLE Coupé
H1
Claimed Mileage
15.2 km/l
7.0 km/l
City Mileage
15.2 km/l
6.8 km/l
Highway Mileage
15.2 km/l
8.2 km/l
Fuel Tank Capacity
66 l
42 l
Emission Standard
Euro 6
Euro 5
AdBlue Tank Capacity
0 l
Not Applicable
Auto Start Stop
Yes
Not Applicable
Real-world Mileage
15.2 km/l
7.0 km/l
Charging Port Type
Not Applicable
Not Applicable
Charging Type
Not Applicable
Not Applicable
Fuel Tank Litres
66
42
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
Spec
CLE Coupé
H1
Airbags
7
4
ABS
Yes
Yes
Electronic Stability Control
Yes
Yes
Traction Control
Yes
Standard
Hill Descent Control
No
Not Available
Hill Start Assist
Yes
Not Available
Child Safety Lock
Yes
Standard
ISOFIX Mounts
Yes
2 Rear ISOFIX Points
Brake Assist
Ventilated disc brakes
Standard
Tyre Pressure Monitor
Mercedes-Benz model-specific chassis equipment
Not Available
Engine Immobiliser
Yes
Standard
Seatbelt Warning All Seats
Comfort seats with model-specific electric adjustment
Front Seats
Front Parking Sensors
Front and rear
Not Available
AEB
Ventilated disc brakes
Not Available
BA
Yes
Yes
Brake Override System
Ventilated disc brakes
Yes
Curtain Airbags
Yes
Yes
Driver Airbag
Yes
Yes
EBD
Yes
Yes
Engine Immobiliser
Yes
Yes
Hill Hold
Yes
Not Available
Passenger Airbag
Yes
Yes
Rear Cross Traffic Alert
Yes
Not Available
Seatbelt Pretensioners
Comfort seats with model-specific electric adjustment
Yes
Seatbelt Reminder
Comfort seats with model-specific electric adjustment
Yes
Side Airbags
Yes
Yes
Stability Control
Yes
Yes
TCS
Yes
Standard
Knee Airbag
Yes
Yes
ABS EBD
Yes
Yes
Alarm System
-
Not Available
Central Locking
-
Remote Central Locking
Side Impact Beams
-
Standard
Speed Alert System
-
Standard
Pedestrian Detection AEB
-
Not Available
Safety Rating
-
4
Whiplash Protection
-
Active Head Restraints
Lane Change Warning
-
Not Available
Spec
CLE Coupé
H1
Cruise Control
Adaptive cruise control
Not Available
Adaptive Cruise Control
Yes
Not Available
Lane Keep Assist
Yes
Not Available
Lane Departure Warning
Yes
Not Available
Blind Spot Monitoring
Yes
Not Available
Rear Cross Traffic Alert
Yes
Not Available
Parking Sensors
Front and rear
Not Available
Rear View Camera
Yes
Yes
360 Degree Camera
Yes
Not Available
Autonomous Emergency Braking
Ventilated disc brakes
Not Available
Driver Fatigue Alert
Yes
Not Available
Traffic Sign Recognition
Yes
Not Available
Auto Highbeam
Yes
Yes
Auto Wipers
Rain-sensing automatic wipers
Yes
Rear Parking Sensors
Front and rear
Front and rear
Reverse Camera
Yes
Yes
Adaptive Cruise Control
Yes
Not Available
Park Assist
Yes
Yes
Around View Monitor
Yes
Not Available
Blind Spot Warning
Yes
Not Available
Forward Collision Warning
Yes
Yes
Spec
CLE Coupé
H1
Seat Material
ARTICO man-made leather / fabric trim
Fabric
Heated Seats
Front heated seats
Not Applicable
Ventilated Seats
Model/option dependent
Not Applicable
Ambient Lighting
64-colour ambient lighting
Not Applicable
Steering Wheel Material
Nappa leather multifunction steering wheel
Polyurethane
60 40 Split Seat
Comfort seats with model-specific electric adjustment
Yes
Driver Seat Adjustment
Electric adjustment with memory
Electric adjustment
Passenger Seat Adjustment
Electric adjustment with memory
Electric adjustment
Seat Trim
Comfort seats with model-specific electric adjustment
Synthetic leather upholstery
Seat Adjustment
-
Manual 4-Way Driver Adjustment
Steering Type
-
Electric Power Assisted (EPAS)
Steering Adjustment
-
Tilt Adjustable
Folding Rear Seats
-
60:40 Split Fold
Front Armrest
-
Front Centre Armrest
Rear Armrest
-
Not Available
Front Shoulder Room
-
1190 mm
Rear Shoulder Room
-
1150 mm
Cup Holders
-
4
Rear AC Vents
-
Not Available
Rear USB Ports
-
0
Instrument Cluster Type
-
Analogue Speedometer
Interior Colour Options
-
2
Driver Lumbar Support
-
Not Available
Door Map Pockets
-
All Four Door Pockets
Spec
CLE Coupé
H1
Climate Control
Automatic climate control
Manual Air Conditioning
Power Windows
Yes
Front and Rear
Keyless Entry
KEYLESS-GO
Not Available
Push Button Start
Yes
Not Available
Wireless Charging
Yes
Not Available
Sunroof
Panoramic glass roof / model-specific roof
Panoramic sunroof
Electric Tailgate
No
Not Available
Rain Sensing Wipers
Rain-sensing automatic wipers
Not Available
AC Type
Automatic climate control
Manual Air Conditioning
Load Bed Length
-
Not Applicable
Load Bed Width
-
Not Applicable
Automatic Headlamps
-
Not Available
Auto Dimming Mirror
-
Not Available
Boot Space Seats Folded
-
1100 l
Boot Space Seats Folded
-
1100 l
Rear Window Defroster
-
Standard
Electric Mirror Folding
-
Manual Fold
Driver Seat Height Adjustment
-
Standard Driver
Follow Me Home Headlamps
-
Not Available
12V Accessory Socket
-
1 x 12V Socket
Speed Limiter
-
Not Available
Engine Start Stop
Yes
Not Available
Engine Start Stop Button
Yes
Not Available
Push Button Start
Yes
Not Available
Spare Wheel
19-inch alloy wheels
Full Size Spare
Air Conditioning
Automatic climate control
Manual Air Conditioning
Loadbox Length Mm
-
Not Applicable
Loadbox Width Mm
-
Not Applicable
Rim Size
19
15 Inches
Sound System
13
4
Unlocking
KEYLESS-GO
Not Available
Wireless Charger
Yes
Not Available
Spec
CLE Coupé
H1
Infotainment System
MBUX multimedia system
Touchscreen infotainment system
Apple CarPlay
Wireless Apple CarPlay
No
Android Auto
Wireless Android Auto
No
Bluetooth Connectivity
Yes
Yes
Number of Speakers
13
4
Digital Instrument Cluster
12.3-inch digital instrument display
Partial Digital
USB Ports
USB-C ports
1
Infotainment Screen
MBUX multimedia system
7
Touchscreen
MBUX multimedia system
7
Navigation System
-
No
Wireless Apple CarPlay
Wireless Apple CarPlay
No
Wireless Android Auto
Wireless Android Auto
No
FM Radio
-
Standard
Steering Wheel Audio Controls
-
Not Available
Voice Recognition
-
Not Available
AUX Input
-
Not Available
Infotainment Screen Size
MBUX multimedia system
7
Wi-Fi Hotspot
-
Not Available
Audio Speakers
13
4
Spec
CLE Coupé
H1
LED Headlamps
LED High Performance headlamps
Halogen Headlamps
Daytime Running Lamps
LED daytime running lights
Not Available
Fog Lamps
Integrated LED all-weather lighting
Not Available
Roof Rails
No
Not Available
Exterior Colour Options
Mercedes-Benz model-specific exterior equipment
6
Headlights
LED High Performance headlamps
Halogen Headlamps
Panoramic Sunroof
Panoramic glass roof / model-specific roof
Panoramic sunroof
Alloy Wheel Design
-
Steel Wheels with Hub Caps
Chrome Exterior Finish
-
Not Available
Body Cladding
-
Plastic Body Cladding
Rear Spoiler
-
Not Available
Roof Type
-
Standard Fixed Roof
Wing Mirror Type
-
Manual Black Mirrors
Rear Wiper
-
Standard
Door Handle Finish
-
Body-Coloured
Body Type
-
SUV
DRL
LED daytime running lights
Not Available
Led Headlights
LED High Performance headlamps
Halogen Headlamps
Daytime Running Lights
LED daytime running lights
Not Available
Front Fog Lamps
Integrated LED all-weather lighting
Not Available
Headlamps
LED High Performance headlamps
Halogen Headlamps
Headlight Type
LED High Performance headlamps
Halogen Headlamps
Spec
CLE Coupé
H1
Approach Angle
Not Applicable
23 deg
Departure Angle
Not Applicable
27 deg
Wading Depth
Not Applicable
0 mm
Terrain Modes
Not Applicable
Not Available
Locking Differential
No
Not Applicable
4WD System Type
No
Not Applicable
Breakover Angle
Not Applicable
Not Applicable
Underbody Protection
-
Not Available
Ramp Breakover Angle
-
0 deg
Recovery Hooks
-
1 Rear Tow Hook
Ground Clearance Max
-
160 mm
Ground Clearance Min
-
160 mm
Spec
CLE Coupé
H1
Tyre Size
245/40 R19
195/65R15
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
15 Inches
Handbrake Type
Ventilated disc brakes
Electronic parking brake
Wheel Type
-
Steel Wheels with Hub Caps
Front Brake Disc Diameter
-
254 mm
Rear Brake Drum Diameter
-
200 mm
Parking Brake Type
-
Drum Rear
Tyre Load Index
-
89
Tyre Speed Rating
-
T
Brake Type Front
-
Ventilated Disc
Brake Type Rear
-
Drum
Spare Tyre
19-inch alloy wheels
Full Size Spare
Wheel Diameter
19
15 Inches
Wheels
-
Steel Wheels with Hub Caps
Spec
CLE Coupé
H1
Front Suspension
Independent multi-link suspension
MacPherson Strut
Rear Suspension
Independent multi-link suspension
Torsion Beam
Front Track Width
-
1490 mm
Rear Track Width
-
1480 mm
Chassis Type
-
Monocoque
Power Steering
-
Electric Power Assisted (EPAS)
Steering Column
-
Tilt Adjustable
Front Spring Type
-
Coil Spring
Rear Spring Type
-
Torsion Bar
Front Anti-Roll Bar
-
Standard
Rear Anti-Roll Bar
-
Standard
Shock Absorber Type
-
Telescopic Gas Dampers
Front Suspension Type
Independent multi-link suspension
MacPherson Strut
Rear Suspension Type
Independent multi-link suspension
Torsion Beam
Spec
CLE Coupé
H1
CO2 Emissions
160 g/km
165 g/km
Start Stop System
-
Not Available
Hybrid System Type
-
Not Applicable
Noise Level
-
71 dB
Variable Valve Timing
-
Dual Variable Valve Timing (DVVT)
Fuel Octane Requirement
-
95 Octane Unleaded
Particulate Filter
-
Not Applicable
Euro Emission Standard
-
Euro 5
Green NCAP Rating
-
Not Independently Rated
Idle CO2 Output
-
Within Euro 5 Limits
Fuel Evaporation Control
-
Evaporative Emission Control (EVAP)
Spec
CLE Coupé
H1
Service Plan
5 Years / 100000 km
3 Years / 45,000 km
Service Interval
-
15000
Approx Service Cost
-
1500
Battery Warranty
-
12 Months
Maintenance Plan
-
Not Included
Engine Oil Capacity
-
3.6 l
Engine Oil Change Interval
-
10000
First Service At
-
1000
Service Plan Duration
5 Years / 100000 km
3 Years / 45,000 km
Service Plan Distance
5 Years / 100000 km
3 Years / 45,000 km
Anti-Rust Treatment
-
Underbody Rust Protection
Service Intervals
-
15000
Spec
CLE Coupé
H1
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.
GWM South Africa ownership programme
Price Zar
1313601 ZAR
279900 ZAR
Pricing Role
Current South African retail price
Current model/derivative retail or starting-price reference
Starting Price
1450000
279900
Starting Price Zar
1450000
279900
Spec
CLE Coupé
H1
Warranty
5 Years / 100000 km
3 Years / 100,000 km
Warranty Years
5 Years / 100000 km
3 Years / 100,000 km
Warranty Kilometers
5 Years / 100000 km
3 Years / 100,000 km
Basic Warranty
5 Years / 100000 km
3 Years / 100,000 km
Spec
CLE Coupé
H1
Real-world City Mileage Min
-
5.8 l/100km
Real-world City Mileage Max
-
7.2 l/100km
Real-world Highway Mileage Min
-
7.5 l/100km
Real-world Highway Mileage Max
-
9.0 l/100km
Owner Review Count
-
0
In depth: how these cars differ
This CLE Coupé and H1 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 Coupé 66 vs H1 30.
Efficiency index: CLE Coupé 63 vs H1 35.
Safety-equipment index: CLE Coupé 95 vs H1 70.
Practicality index: CLE Coupé 55 vs H1 64.
Ownership-cover index: CLE Coupé not separately scored vs H1 44.
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.
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Evidence / 100
Evidence-index readout
CLE Coupé leads by 21 points
CLE Coupé holds a noticeable catalogue-index lead over H1.
Moderate difference in the source-backed catalogue index.
Why this scoreView full breakdown
Evidence-index leader
CLE Coupé
Performance
66/100
Efficiency
63/100
Safety
95/100
Practicality
55/100
H1
Performance
30/100
Efficiency
35/100
Safety
70/100
Practicality
64/100
Ownership
44/100
What the evidence means
Evidence indexMercedes-Benz CLE Coupé
leads the specification evidence index with 70 pts
vs 49 pts for H1
In Hagalu's specification evidence index, CLE Coupé leads. However, H1 may suit buyers prioritising different confirmed fields. Ultimately, the right choice depends on your driving priorities in South Africa.
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