Mercedes-AMG CLE 53 4Matic+ Coupe Launches in Malaysia at RM722,888, 449 PS I6 Mild-Hybrid Does 0-100 in 4.2s

2025/09/10
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Mercedes
Malaysia
Mercedes-Benz Malaysia debuts the CLE 53 4Matic+ Coupe for RM722k. The 3.0L turbo I6 plus 48V EQ-Boost delivers 449 PS/560 Nm (600 Nm on overboost) via a 9-speed TCT to all four wheels, sprinting 0-100 km/h in 4.2s and topping 270 km/h with the AMG Driver’s Package. Standard kit includes AMG Ride Control adaptive dampers, 370 mm front/four-pot brakes, rear-axle steer, widescreen 12.3"/11.9" cockpit and Panamericana grille; Dynamic Plus option adds Race mode, Drift mode and red AMG brake calipers.
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