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Mercedes-Benz CLE buying guide (Ireland, 2026)

What a used Mercedes-Benz CLE costs in Ireland, how it does at the NCT, what goes wrong and what it costs to fix. Based on 125 for sale right now.

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Typical asking price€72,900€57,950–€86,950 for most
For sale now12522% diesel
In short: the Mercedes-Benz CLE has no especially costly known faults and its most common engine usually lasts about 300k km.

Our take on the Mercedes-Benz CLE

The 2.0 hybrid is the most common engine (61% of those with a known engine), and it usually lasts around 300k km.

Check a Mercedes-Benz CLE's priceNCT pass rate by year

Used Mercedes-Benz CLE prices by year

Typical asking price by registration year, and typical mileage. Private sellers usually take 5–10% less than asking; expect dealers to be a little dearer.

YearTypical priceTypical mileageFor sale
2027€83,9000k km24
2026€75,9502k km49
2025€66,95020k km26
2024€58,90031k km26

Common Mercedes-Benz CLE problems

Known weak spots to check before you buy, with typical Irish garage costs if the problem is there.

Automatic gearbox health · €300–€2,500

Make sure the gear changes are smooth when warm, check for a gearbox warning light and ask if the gearbox oil was ever changed.

Engines and how long they last

EngineUsually lastsMotor tax / yearFor sale
2.0 Hybrid~300k km~€20063
2.0 Diesel~400k km~€20028
2.0 Petrol~300k km~€42012

2.0 Diesel: usual problem: injector seals and timing chain on 2.1 CDI.

"Usually lasts" is the mileage these engines commonly reach before major work; service history matters more than the number.

Parts for the Mercedes-Benz CLE

Parts from AUTODOC Ireland: pick your car on the parts page to get the right fit.

Brake discsBrake padsClutch kitsTiming chain kitsShock absorbersWheel bearingsTrack rod endsFiltersWiper bladesHeadlight bulbsSpark plugsIgnition coils

Quick bits on Amazon

Faster delivery for small things.

Wiper bladesBulbsBatteryOBD2 fault code readerJump starter

Before you buy a used Mercedes-Benz CLE

Run a history check on the reg (write-off, finance owing, mileage), ask when the last service was done and for receipts, and start it from cold yourself. The used car checklist takes you through a viewing step by step.

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