Mercedes-Benz CLE-Class vs Toyota GR Supra

The Mercedes-Benz CLE-Class starts from $104,900 before on-road costs, while the Toyota GR Supra opens at $86,290. That makes the Toyota GR Supra the more affordable entry point by $18,610.

Once you factor in stamp duty, registration, CTP insurance, and dealer delivery, expect to add roughly 8-12% on top of the RRP depending on your state. That puts estimated driveaway prices in the ballpark of $115,390 and $94,919 respectively.

Over 5 years, the running costs are nearly identical since both have similar efficiency.

Both the Mercedes-Benz CLE-Class and Toyota GR Supra hold a 5-star ANCAP safety rating.

Where the two diverge is in active safety technology. The Mercedes-Benz CLE-Class packs more ADAS features with 7 out of 10 key systems fitted, compared to 4 in the Toyota GR Supra.

Both include the essentials: autonomous emergency braking, lane keep assist, adaptive cruise control, a reversing camera. Airbag count is 9 in the Mercedes-Benz CLE-Class and 3 in the Toyota GR Supra.

The Mercedes-Benz CLE-Class features a 11.9-inch touchscreen paired with a 12.3-inch digital dash, while the Toyota GR Supra gets a 8.8-inch display and 8.8-inch instruments. Apple CarPlay and Android Auto are standard across both.

The Mercedes-Benz CLE-Class stands out with head-up display, panoramic roof, power tailgate, Burmester audio and ambient lighting that you will not find on the Toyota GR Supra. The Toyota GR Supra counters with heated front seats. Which feature set matters more depends on your daily routine and priorities.

Interior trim differs: the Mercedes-Benz CLE-Class gets synthetic leather upholstery while the Toyota GR Supra offers leather. Climate control is 2-zone in the Mercedes-Benz CLE-Class and 1-zone in the Toyota GR Supra.

The Mercedes-Benz CLE-Class uses a Petrol producing 150kW and 320Nm of torque, sent through a automatic to a RWD layout. It covers the 0-100km/h sprint in 8 seconds.

The Toyota GR Supra responds with a Petrol making 285kW and 500Nm, paired to a automatic driving the rear wheels. It gets to 100km/h in 4.1 seconds.

The Toyota GR Supra has the clear power advantage at 285kW vs 150kW. In the real-world sprint, the Toyota GR Supra is 3.9s quicker. For most buyers, the way each car feels day-to-day matters more than outright acceleration.

The Mercedes-Benz CLE-Class measures 4,850mm long on a 2,865mm wheelbase, 471mm longer than the Toyota GR Supra at 4,379mm (2,470mm wheelbase). The longer wheelbase on the Mercedes-Benz CLE-Class generally means more rear legroom.

Boot space is 385L in the Mercedes-Benz CLE-Class and 290L in the Toyota GR Supra, giving the Mercedes-Benz CLE-Class a 95L advantage. The Mercedes-Benz CLE-Class seats 4 vs 2.

Based on 15,000km of annual driving, fuel costs roughly $2,138/year for the Mercedes-Benz CLE-Class and $2,195/year for the Toyota GR Supra. That is a $57 annual difference in favour of the Mercedes-Benz CLE-Class.

Estimated annual total: $2,138 (Mercedes-Benz CLE-Class) vs $2,195 (Toyota GR Supra). The Mercedes-Benz CLE-Class saves you roughly $57 per year in total ownership costs. Use our Fuel Cost Calculator to estimate based on your driving.

Warranty: 5 years / 999,999km (Mercedes-Benz CLE-Class) vs 5 years / 999,999km (Toyota GR Supra). Both match on warranty length.