Used Mercedes-Benz CLE for Sale near Auburn, AL

How much does the Mercedes-Benz CLE cost in today's market?

Used Mercedes-Benz CLE prices span a wide range depending on model year. Here's what the market looks like right now:

The Mercedes-Benz CLE's current nationwide average price is $62,436, and over the past year it reached a low of $60,232. Recently, prices have come down for the 2024 and 2025 models, making now a good time to shop recent model years.

Is the Mercedes-Benz CLE a good car?

Expert reviews rate the 2025 and 2026 models among the highest across all years.

The CLE stands out for its stylish design, easy-to-use technology, and strong ride-and-handling balance, especially in AMG 53 form. The main trade-offs are premium pricing, limited cargo space, and some recommended driver-assist features that are not standard.

33.1% of listings are priced as good or great deals.

What should I look for when buying a used Mercedes-Benz CLE?

Across all model years, accident-free inventory is excellent at 96.2% — clean inventory, standard diligence applies.

Key things to evaluate:

• Safety package: Driver Assistance Package
• Infotainment: 12.3-inch digital instrument cluster, 11.9-inch infotainment touchscreen, wireless Apple CarPlay and Android Auto, and MBUX software
• Fuel efficiency: The coupe is EPA-rated at 20 mpg city, 27 mpg highway, and 23 mpg combined, and the convertible drops slightly to 19/26/22 mpg city/highway/combined.

Which Mercedes-Benz CLE trim should I buy?

The 2026 Mercedes-Benz CLE offers these trims:

• CLE 300 4Matic: The entry point for buyers who want the CLE’s coupe or Cabriolet shape with the lower starting price around $61,000 for the coupe and $69,000 for the convertible.
• CLE 450 4Matic: A stronger step up with a starting price around $70,000 for the coupe and $79,000 for the convertible, making it a good middle-ground choice for buyers who want more performance and equipment.
• AMG CLE 53: The best-value trim for shoppers who want the most complete blend of power, chassis hardware, and everyday comfort; it adds the turbocharged 3.0-liter inline-six, rear-axle steering, adaptive dampers, and the model’s most athletic character.

What Mercedes-Benz CLE do most buyers choose?

The Mercedes-Benz CLE years with the most listings are 2025, 2024, and 2026.

Higher-volume years usually give you more choices in color, trim, and price, which makes it easier to compare listings and find the right match. They also tend to be the years shoppers return to most often because inventory depth helps you shop with more flexibility.

What is the Mercedes-Benz CLE's resale value?

Prices are moving lower across the model years shown, which can work in your favor if you’re shopping used. The changes are relatively modest, so recent CLEs are still holding a meaningful share of their value while becoming a bit more accessible. The 2025 and 2024 model years have held their value best, with the smallest year-over-year price changes.

Is the Mercedes-Benz CLE safe?

• 2026: 7/10
• 2025: 7/10
• 2024: 7/10

The 2026 model includes the Driver Assistance Package, which adds adaptive cruise control, active blind-spot monitors, intersection assist, automatic lane-change capability, lane-keep assist, traffic-sign recognition, and evasive steering assist.

For the safest used buy, the 2024, 2025 and 2026 models all post the highest confirmed score of 7/10.

Should I buy a used Mercedes-Benz CLE now or wait for the next model?

Buy now if:

• Price trend: The 2025 model is at −1.91% versus a year ago, and the 2024 model is at −3.5%.
• Deal availability: The 2025 model has 33.2% good and great deals, and the 2024 model has 32.4%.
• Sweet-spot year: The 2025 model has the most listings at a current average price of $63,741. The Mercedes-Benz CLE offers a stylish, upscale coupe-and-convertible character that makes it feel special without losing everyday usability.

Consider waiting if:

• Powertrain/efficiency: The CLE 53 uses a turbocharged 3.0-liter inline-six that generates 443 horsepower and a standard 413 pound-feet of torque that can ramp up to 443 lb-ft for 10-second boosts.
• Tech: It gets a standard 12.3-inch digital instrument cluster, an 11.9-inch infotainment touchscreen, wireless Apple CarPlay and Android Auto, a Wi-Fi hotspot, and wireless smartphone charging.
• Safety: The latest model adds adaptive cruise control, active blind-spot monitors, intersection assist, automatic lane-change capability, lane-keep assist, traffic-sign recognition, and evasive steering assist.
• Starting price: The 2026 Mercedes-AMG CLE 53 coupe starts at $77,650, including a $1,350 destination charge, and the Cabriolet runs $85,950.

If you're buying used today, the 2025 model year offers the best mix of value and availability. If you want the latest tech and features, it may be worth waiting for the next model year's inventory to build up.

These recommendations are based on CarGurus' proprietary market data from October 13, 2026, CarGurus experts' opinions, and generative AI.