Mercedes-Benz C-Class Cabriolet in Austin: what the convertible offers and who it fits
Austin buyers can still buy an open-top Mercedes-Benz new, but it carries a different name now. The C-Class Cabriolet has been succeeded by the CLE Cabriolet, which is the convertible we sell new at Mercedes-Benz of South Austin. The choice between the two depends on the car, the trade and the way you plan to drive it in Austin.
Keep reading below, then schedule a test drive in Austin. Bringing your own numbers to the lot settles this faster than any spec sheet.
Can you buy a new C-Class Cabriolet in Austin in 2026?
At Mercedes-Benz of South Austin, the new open-top Mercedes-Benz is the CLE Cabriolet, which now holds the convertible slot in the lineup. We also sell new C-Class models, so a buyer who wants the C-Class name can still buy one new in Austin. The C 300 Sedan starts at $49,650 and its 4MATIC® version starts at $51,650, according to Mercedes-Benz’s published 2026 specifications. Both C 300 versions carry hybrid powertrains, and the AMG® C 43 4MATIC® is a hybrid too.
What is the Mercedes-Benz CLE Cabriolet, and how does it differ from the C-Class Cabriolet?
The CLE Cabriolet comes as the CLE 300 4MATIC®, with 255 hp and 295 lb-ft of torque, the CLE 450 4MATIC®, with 375 hp, and the AMG® CLE 53, with 443 hp, according to Mercedes-Benz’s published 2027 specifications. Each lists 9.6 cubic feet of cargo space. The C-Class figures we can state are for the sedan body. The C 300 Sedan and its 4MATIC® version both make 255 hp and 295 lb-ft of torque.
What does the CLE Cabriolet cost, and what trims can you get?
The CLE Cabriolet starts at $69,400 for the CLE 300 4MATIC®, $78,900 for the CLE 450 4MATIC® and $85,700 for the AMG® CLE 53, according to Mercedes-Benz’s published 2027 starting MSRPs. Texas charges 6.25% sales tax on the sales price minus any trade-in allowance, so a trade-in lowers the tax on the CLE Cabriolet you buy (Texas Comptroller of Public Accounts, 2026). Texas dealers often add a vehicle inventory tax as a separate line. The Texas Comptroller says that tax is a property tax on the dealer, not the purchaser, and a negotiable item on the sales agreement (Texas Comptroller of Public Accounts, Motor Vehicle Tax Guide, 2026). Ask for it as its own line, and ask what it changes on your total.
Is a used C-Class Cabriolet a better buy than a new CLE Cabriolet?
For a buyer who watches value, a used luxury convertible has already taken the steepest part of the loss. iSeeCars’ 2026 5-Year Depreciation Study found average 5-year depreciation improved to 41.8%, and luxury models made up 18 of the 25 fastest-depreciating vehicles (iSeeCars, 2026). A new C-Class carries a basic warranty of 4 years or 50,000 miles on the 2026 model year, a term that applies to the whole model line rather than one trim. The buyer who wants the full warranty and the newest model should look at the new CLE. The buyer who wants the lowest depreciation bill should look at a used car.
Who is a Mercedes-Benz convertible right for in Austin?
A Mercedes-Benz convertible suits the Austin buyer who wants the top down and can plan around the heat. Normal daily highs at Austin-Camp Mabry reach 96.6 degrees in July and 97.8 degrees in August (NOAA National Centers for Environmental Information, 1991-2020 normals). At 10900 S I-35 Frontage Rd, Mercedes-Benz of South Austin serves Buda, Kyle and Dripping Springs buyers on the south side of I-35. A buyer who plans most top-down miles for spring, fall and early mornings is the buyer this car fits. In a March 2025 Google review, Daniel K. wrote: “Brady was awesome to work with!!! I bought a used car from them and loved the experience!!” Daniel K. said no pressure was felt and every question got a patient answer, and added: “Edgar and Emma were great to work with as well, thank you!!!” That is one customer’s account of a visit where the questions got answered.
What do buyers say about buying from Mercedes-Benz of South Austin?
We hold a 4.6-star Google rating across 830 reviews, 737 of them five star, which is 89% of the total (Google, 2026). We offer both financing specials and leasing specials, so a buyer can compare how each would work on the same new Mercedes-Benz. In a September 2025 Google review, Anthony R. credited Kirby with a smooth purchase and the finance team with a quick visit and strong trade value, then closed with: “I will do business with them again! Thank you Mercedes of South Austin!!!!!!!!” That is one customer’s account of a trade and a finance visit at our store.
How do you trade in and finance toward a CLE Cabriolet at South Austin?
Start with our online trade-in tool by license plate, VIN, or make and model. You can bring a trade to Mercedes-Benz of South Austin without an appointment, and you can submit a secure finance application online before you come in. Both steps are yours to start from home, so you arrive at 10900 S I-35 Frontage Rd with your trade and your finance application already in motion.
Frequently asked questions
Did Mercedes-Benz stop making the C-Class Cabriolet?
The C-Class Cabriolet was succeeded by the CLE Cabriolet. The open-top Mercedes-Benz on our new list is the CLE, so a buyer searching for the older name should start there. The C-Class sedan is still in our lineup as a separate model.
Does Mercedes-Benz of South Austin have the CLE Cabriolet in stock?
The CLE Cabriolet is among the new Mercedes-Benz models we sell. Ask for it by name when you visit 10900 S I-35 Frontage Rd, and bring the model year and the trim you want on your list.
How Mercedes-Benz of South Austin serves buyers on the South Side of I-35
Our record backs the visit: 4.6 stars across 830 Google reviews (Google, 2026). We are the Mercedes-Benz store on the south side of I-35, serving Buda, Kyle and Dripping Springs buyers from the south I-35 frontage road. In a September 2026 Google review, Marina Ortega wrote: “I recently leased a new Mercedes-Benz GLC 350 from Mercedes-Benz of South Austin, and the experience was exceptional from start to finish. I highly recommend working with sales agent Nick O’Neil. 5 Star seamless, stress-free process. Sincerely, Marina.” That is one customer’s leasing visit with the sales agent named. A buyer weighing an open-top CLE against a closed C-Class gets the new car, the trade, the financing and service from one store. Bring your model list to 10900 S I-35 Frontage Rd, the store on the south I-35 frontage road.
Mercedes-Benz of South Austin serves the south side of I-35, so the choice between an open-top CLE and a closed C-Class comes down to the seasons you drive and the trade you bring. Our store at 10900 S I-35 Frontage Rd is where Buda, Kyle and Dripping Springs buyers can work through both.
Mercedes-Benz of South Austin answers this question against the specific vehicle in front of you rather than the model in general. Value your trade and get pre-approved online, then see us at our Austin showroom, or call 512-646-6699.
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