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Mercedes CLE Cabriolet CLE 450 4Matic Premier Edition 2dr 9G-Tronic Review

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This is the biggest and most powerful petrol engine available in the CLE Cabriolet. It squeezes a 3.0-litre six-cylinder motor under the bonnet and produces 375bhp. Power is sent via all four wheels and it takes 4.7sec to sprint from 0-62mph. Top speed is 155mph.

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Mercedes’ line-up is vast – ranging from the A-Class family hatchback through to staple saloons such as the C-Class and E-Class, and onwards towards multiple SUVs, luxury saloons and even sports cars. Coupés and convertibles are thrown into the mix as well.

As one of the ‘big three’ German brands, Mercedes most often finds itself competing with Audi and BMW but more recently has found itself fending off Jaguar and Volvo, too.

Mercedes models are known for comfort. One example of this is the E-Class, because while the Audi A6 has a plusher interior and the BMW 5 Series handles better, the E-Class is probably the most comfortable for a long motorway journey.

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This range-topping trim level adds a few extras on top of the AMG Line Premium Plus version, with a heated steering wheel and sportier details, such as black 20in alloy wheels and black exterior highlights replacing the chrome items on regular models.

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CLE 450 4Matic Premier Edition 2dr 9G-Tronic

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Mercedes CLE Cabriolet

The Mercedes CLE Cabriolet is a brilliant convertible that’s good to drive and comfortable, with a classy interior that provides a bit more practicality than a BMW 4 Series Convertible. True, you have to pay a little bit more for it, but it makes up for it by being well equipped. The CLE 300 AMG Line Premium is our pick of the range.

What we're looking for:<ul><li>Wind-in-the-hair excitement</li> <li>Roof that’s quick and easy to raise and lower</li> <li>Comfortable seating for four adults</li> <li>Sufficient practicality for everyday use</li> <li>Little wind buffeting</li> <li>Quietness, whether the roof is up or down</li> <li>Minimal shaking and shimmying over bumps</li></ul>

Despite the British weather, UK car buyers are among the biggest enthusiasts for wind-in-your-hair motoring, so convertibles have always been surprisingly popular here. It’s best to be able to react to the fickle climate, though, so a roof that opens (and closes) quickly is every bit as important as good top-down cruising refinement.

There are precious few bespoke drop-tops these days, so your choice of models is generally limited to soft-top versions of existing models. But there are still some fantastic options out there.

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