Mercedes Cle 53 AMG Price: MSRP, Trims & Real-World Cost

The CLE 53 is the AMG version of Mercedes-Benz's two-door CLE, a model that sits between the C-Class and E-Class sizes. It comes as a Coupe and a Cabriolet, and the two body styles carry different prices. This guide uses 2027 model-year pricing from Mercedes-Benz USA and adds 2026 Cabriolet data for comparison.

Prices here are published starting figures. They do not include everything you will pay at the dealership.

The 2027 Coupe starts at $77,400, and the 2027 Cabriolet starts at $85,700. Both figures come from Mercedes-Benz USA. The Cabriolet adds a soft top and open-air driving at a higher price.

When you choose between them, consider climate, how often you would drop the top, and how much cargo space and rear space you need. A soft top changes road noise and trunk space, so sit in both and compare before you decide.

duPont Registry reviewed the 2026 model-year Cabriolet and lists it at $85,950 including destination.

This figure includes destination, so it is not directly comparable with the 2027 Cabriolet figure above. Mercedes-Benz USA's price may not include a destination charge, and the labels differ for that reason. To compare model years, check whether each number includes destination, then subtract it where needed.

duPont Registry lists a destination fee of $1,350 for the 2026 model year.

The 2027 fee may differ, because destination charges can change between model years. Ask the dealer for the current amount, and look for it on the window sticker.

• Destination, as covered above, unless the listing says it is included.
• Option packages. Mercedes-Benz sells many features in bundles, and a well-equipped car can end up well above its starting price.
• Paint, wheel, and interior upgrades.
• Taxes, title, and registration, which depend on your state and county.
• Dealer-installed accessories and protection products.

Request the window sticker or build sheet to see all of this on a specific car.

Dealers carry stock and also take orders. Ordering lets you choose your own options but means waiting, while buying from inventory is faster. Whichever you choose, ask for a written out-the-door price that itemizes MSRP, destination, taxes, fees, and add-ons, and compare it with quotes from other dealers. Mercedes-Benz financing and lease programs change from time to time, so check current terms and compare them with your own lender.

Many buyers of luxury coupes lease. For a lease, ask for the money factor, residual value, mileage allowance, and all fees. For a loan, compare the annual percentage rate and total cost, not only the monthly payment. This page does not offer financial advice, and a licensed financial professional can help with your own situation.

An AMG model costs more to maintain than a standard model. Tires and brakes are priced for the segment, and service at an authorized shop reflects luxury-brand labor rates. Insurance varies with your record, location, and the car's value, so get a quote for the exact body style. Ask what the factory warranty covers and for how long, since terms vary.

Used cars are priced by model year, mileage, condition, and options, which this page does not cover. Request a vehicle history report and service records, and have an independent technician familiar with Mercedes-Benz inspect the car. Ask whether any factory or certified pre-owned warranty remains, and read what it includes.