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Mercedes-Benz CLE53 AMG vs Porsche 718 Boxster

Side-by-side comparison from manufacturer specifications, NHTSA safety data, and live dealer listings.

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2027 Mercedes-Benz CLE53 AMG

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2025 Porsche 718 Boxster

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Overview

SpecMercedes-Benz CLE53 AMGAMG CLE 53Porsche 718 Boxster718 Boxster Convertible
Selected trimAMG CLE 53718 Boxster Convertible
Body styleCoupeConvertible
Drivetrainall wheel driverear wheel drive
Fuel typepremium unleaded (required)premium unleaded (required)
Transmission9-speed shiftable automatic7-speed automated manual
Engine typemild hybridgas
Model year20272025

Pricing & market

SpecMercedes-Benz CLE53 AMGAMG CLE 53Porsche 718 Boxster718 Boxster Convertible
MSRP$77,400$74,900 (best)
Lowest listing price—$48,990 (best)
Median listing price—$54,779 (best)
Highest listing price—$74,999 (best)
For sale now03 (best)

Fuel economy & range

SpecMercedes-Benz CLE53 AMGAMG CLE 53Porsche 718 Boxster718 Boxster Convertible
Combined MPG23 MPG24 MPG (best)
City MPG20 MPG21 MPG (best)
Highway MPG27 MPG27 MPG
Fuel tank17.4 gal (best)14.3 gal

Performance

SpecMercedes-Benz CLE53 AMGAMG CLE 53Porsche 718 Boxster718 Boxster Convertible
Horsepower443 hp (best)300 hp
Torque413 lb-ft (best)280 lb-ft
Engine size3 L (best)2 L
CylindersI6flat 4

Size & capability

SpecMercedes-Benz CLE53 AMGAMG CLE 53Porsche 718 Boxster718 Boxster Convertible
Seating4 seats (best)2 seats
Doors22
Cargo volume9.8 cu ft (best)9.7 cu ft
Payload—617 lbs (best)
Curb weight4,420 lbs3,097 lbs (best)
Wheelbase113.2 in (best)97.4 in
Length191 in (best)172.4 in
Width76.2 in (best)70.9 in
Height56.5 in (best)50.4 in

Safety & recalls

SpecMercedes-Benz CLE53 AMGAMG CLE 53Porsche 718 Boxster718 Boxster Convertible
Open recalls (YMM scope)None reportedNone reported

Highlighted values indicate the better figure for that spec when a clear winner exists. Specs reflect the selected trim for each vehicle. Drag a vehicle header to reorder columns. MSRP and specifications are manufacturer data; listing prices and inventory come from live dealer listings. Safety ratings are from NHTSA.

Trim overview

All available trims with MSRP. The trim selected above is highlighted; comparison specs use that selection.

TrimMercedes-Benz CLE53 AMGPorsche 718 Boxster
1

AMG CLE 53

$77,400 MSRP(Currently comparing)

718 Boxster Convertible

$74,900 MSRP(Currently comparing)

2

AMG CLE 53

$85,700 MSRP

Style Edition

$81,300 MSRP

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S

$86,900 MSRP

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GTS 4.0

$101,800 MSRP

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Mercedes-Benz CLE53 AMG vs Porsche 718 Boxster FAQ

Which is better: 2027 Mercedes-Benz CLE53 AMG or 2025 Porsche 718 Boxster?
It depends on priorities. OpenDealer compares 2027 Mercedes-Benz CLE53 AMG vs 2025 Porsche 718 Boxster on MSRP, fuel economy, horsepower, seating, towing, NHTSA safety ratings, and live market prices so you can weigh the tradeoffs.
Which costs less: 2027 Mercedes-Benz CLE53 AMG or 2025 Porsche 718 Boxster?
Based on starting MSRP, the 2025 Porsche 718 Boxster starts lower at $74,900. Live Porsche 718 Boxster listings start at $48,990.
Which has better startingMsrp: 2027 Mercedes-Benz CLE53 AMG or 2025 Porsche 718 Boxster?
The 2025 Porsche 718 Boxster leads on startingMsrp in this comparison (74,900).
Which has better combinedMpg: 2027 Mercedes-Benz CLE53 AMG or 2025 Porsche 718 Boxster?
The 2025 Porsche 718 Boxster leads on combinedMpg in this comparison (24).
Which has better horsepower: 2027 Mercedes-Benz CLE53 AMG or 2025 Porsche 718 Boxster?
The 2027 Mercedes-Benz CLE53 AMG leads on horsepower in this comparison (443).
Which has better seats: 2027 Mercedes-Benz CLE53 AMG or 2025 Porsche 718 Boxster?
The 2027 Mercedes-Benz CLE53 AMG leads on seats in this comparison (4).