Mercedes-Benz CLE interior and tech: what Austin drivers get
A Mercedes-Benz CLE gives Austin drivers a two-door coupe or cabriolet cabin built around the MBUX touchscreen, a digital driver display, and the seating, trim and driver-assistance choices Mercedes-Benz lists for the CLE 300, CLE 450 and AMG® CLE 53. Mercedes-Benz of South Austin, at 10900 S I-35 Frontage Rd, sells the CLE Cabriolet, so you can sit in one.
Keep reading below, then schedule a test drive in Austin. Bringing your own numbers to the lot settles this faster than any spec sheet.
What screens and tech does the Mercedes-Benz CLE come with?
The CLE cabin centers on the MBUX touchscreen, and the driver reads a digital display. Both sit in the cabin you will see first when you open the door, so assess them before you commit to a trim.
Sit in the car and work through the touchscreen yourself. Check how the digital display reads from your normal seating position, since a screen is easiest to judge from the seat you will drive from.
What seats, upholstery and trim can you get in a CLE?
The CLE comes in three trims, the CLE 300, the CLE 450 and the AMG® CLE 53, and each trim is offered as a coupe or a cabriolet.
Sit in the seats before you decide. Set the seat for your height, check your reach to the touchscreen and the steering wheel, and then run the same check on a second trim.
Upholstery and trim are easier to judge in person. A photo shows the color, but it does not show how a seat fits you.
What driver assistance and camera features does the CLE offer?
Mercedes-Benz lists driver-assistance choices for the CLE 300, CLE 450 and AMG® CLE 53, so the features you get depend on the trim you pick. Compare that list trim by trim before you decide, and do not assume a feature on one trim comes with another.
Start with the driving you do most. If most of your week is in traffic on I-35, ask to see the driver-assistance and camera features on the car you are considering, and try them on the road before you buy.
How much rear and cargo room does the CLE Coupe have?
The AMG® CLE 53 Coupe carries 9.8 cubic feet.
Front-row legroom is 42.1 inches on the CLE 300 Coupe, 42.1 inches on the CLE 450 Coupe and 42.1 inches on the AMG® CLE 53 Coupe, so the front seats offer the same legroom whichever trim you choose. The difference between the trims shows up in the trunk, not up front.
Cargo room is the number to check for a trip. Say, hypothetically, you pack two large suitcases and a carry-on for a long weekend. Load them into a CLE 450 Coupe before you buy, and check whether the trunk closes with room to spare. The CLE 300 and CLE 450 Coupes carry more cargo room than the AMG® CLE 53 Coupe, so a heavy-packing trip points toward those two trims.
How much seat and trunk room does the CLE Cabriolet have?
Each CLE Cabriolet carries 9.6 cubic feet of cargo space, on the CLE 300, the CLE 450 and the AMG® CLE 53, according to Mercedes-Benz’s published 2026 specifications.
That is less than the 11.2 cubic feet in the CLE 300 and CLE 450 Coupes, and less than the 9.8 cubic feet in the AMG® CLE 53 Coupe. The cabriolet gives up trunk room for an open top, so plan your luggage around 9.6 cubic feet.
For seat room, sit in the cabriolet and set the seat for your height before you assess it. Do the same check you would do in a coupe, so the comparison stays fair.
Which CLE trim fits your cabin and tech priorities?
If trunk room comes first, choose the CLE 300 or the CLE 450 Coupe, since each carries 11.2 cubic feet, more than the AMG® CLE 53 Coupe’s 9.8. All three Coupes share 42.1 inches of front-row legroom, so the front seats do not separate the trims.
Mercedes-Benz’s published 2026 specifications give these cargo and legroom figures for each trim.
| Trim | Coupe cargo (cu ft) | Cabriolet cargo (cu ft) | Coupe front-row legroom (in) |
|---|---|---|---|
| CLE 300 | 11.2 | 9.6 | 42.1 |
| CLE 450 | 11.2 | 9.6 | 42.1 |
| AMG® CLE 53 | 9.8 | 9.6 | 42.1 |
The CLE 300 and CLE 450 match on cargo and legroom, so the choice between them comes down to the cabin and tech list for each trim. Compare those lists on the car at 10900 S I-35 Frontage Rd.
The AMG® CLE 53 Coupe puts the AMG® badge on a car that carries 9.8 cubic feet. Choose it when the AMG® model matters more to you than the extra trunk room.
Where can south Austin drivers test drive a Mercedes-Benz CLE?
Mercedes-Benz of South Austin, at 10900 S I-35 Frontage Rd, Austin, TX 78748, sells new Mercedes-Benz vehicles. The CLE Cabriolet is sold at this address, so you can sit in one here.
Sales is open Monday to Friday, 8:30 AM to 7:00 PM, and Saturday, 8:30 AM to 6:00 PM. It is closed Sunday. Service and parts are open Monday to Friday, 7:00 AM to 6:00 PM, and Saturday, 8:00 AM to 5:00 PM, and both are closed Sunday.
Bring the trim and body you want to compare, along with your list of questions about the cabin and the driver-assistance features.
Buda, Kyle and Dripping Springs drivers can test a CLE at Mercedes-Benz of South Austin
The body you pick decides how much goes in the trunk, so the store you buy from matters too. Mercedes-Benz of South Austin holds 4.6 stars across 830 Google reviews (Google, 2026).
In a September 2026 Google review, Marina O. 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.”
Bring your questions about the CLE to the store on the south I-35 frontage road.
Mercedes-Benz of South Austin closes the gap between reading about the CLE’s cabin and sitting in one, on the south I-35 frontage road. Start the secure finance application before you visit, and bring the models you want to compare.
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FAQ
Can I apply for financing online at Mercedes-Benz of South Austin?
Yes. There is a secure finance application online at Mercedes-Benz of South Austin. Start it before you visit, and bring the models you want to compare.
What warranty comes with a new Mercedes-Benz CLE?
According to Mercedes-Benz’s 2026 warranty booklet, the basic warranty is 4 years/50,000 miles. The coverage applies to the whole CLE model line, not to one trim.
What does a new Mercedes-Benz CLE cost before tax and fees?
According to Mercedes-Benz’s published 2026 pricing, the CLE 300 Coupe starts at $60,900 and the CLE 300 Cabriolet at $69,400. The CLE 450 Coupe starts at $70,500, the CLE 450 Cabriolet at $78,900, the AMG® CLE 53 Coupe at $77,400 and the AMG® CLE 53 Cabriolet at $85,700. Texas motor vehicle sales tax is 6.25% of the sales price, minus any trade-in allowance (Texas Comptroller of Public Accounts, 2026). Say, hypothetically, a buyer pays $60,900 for a CLE 300 Coupe and trades in a car for $15,000; the tax is then $2,868.75, which is 6.25% of $45,900.
What should you check inside a CLE during a test drive?
Start in the front row, since all three Coupes share 42.1 inches of front-row legroom. Then load your own bags into the trunk, because the CLE 300 and CLE 450 Coupes carry 11.2 cubic feet, the AMG® CLE 53 Coupe carries 9.8, and the Cabriolets carry 9.6. Check the driver-assistance features on the exact trim you are testing, since the list changes by trim.
What financing and leasing specials does Mercedes-Benz of South Austin publish?
We offer both financing specials and leasing specials. The secure finance application online is the place to start on the financing side before you visit.
Customers rate Mercedes-Benz of South Austin 4.6 stars across 830 Google reviews
We sell new Mercedes-Benz models from 10900 S I-35 Frontage Rd, and we are part of Group 1 Automotive. Our Google record is 4.6 stars across 830 reviews (Google, 2026).
In a June 2025 5-star Google review, Eddie P. wrote: “A few months ago I walked in to MB of South Austin and teamed up with Neiko Brown and Charles Ball. I had a fantastic experience. I appreciate that Neiko was extremely knowledgeable about each vehicle and very patient with me as I asked to test drive numerous vehicles until I found the right fit for me and my lifestyle. I ended up special ordering an AMG® GLE 53. My trade-in and final paperwork was done with Wali who was outstanding and explained everything to me. Overall, my trade-in, purchase, and explanation of how the super smart vehicle operates was seamless. I cannot remember the name of the gentleman that helped me set up everything inside the vehicle – but he was great, and truly explained how the vehicle operates. I highly recommend MB of South Austin and Neiko, Charles, and Wali.”
That review names three staff members, one for the test drives, one for the trade-in and paperwork, and one who explained how the vehicle works. If you are weighing a CLE Cabriolet against a Coupe, or one trim against another, start with the secure finance application online, then bring your shortlist to 10900 S I-35 Frontage Rd. That path suits a buyer who wants to compare the models with the money side in view.
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.
Disclaimer: Vehicle features, specifications, pricing, options, and availability may vary based on production timelines and dealership inventory; images are for illustrative purposes only. Starting MSRP figures are national and exclude destination freight charges, tax, title, license, and dealer fees. Standard and available equipment varies by trim, configuration, and model year; confirm the specification of the individual vehicle before purchase. Maximum towing and payload ratings depend on cab, bed, drivetrain, and equipment configuration; see the vehicle’s Owner’s Manual and trailering guide for limits. Electric range and charging times vary with battery, configuration, temperature, terrain, load, and driving habits. Safety or driver assistance features are no substitute for the driver’s responsibility to operate the vehicle in a safe manner. Financing and pre-approval are subject to credit approval. Contact Mercedes-Benz of South Austin for complete details regarding current vehicle inventory, pricing, and equipment.
