8 reasons why the Mercedes CLE53 is the best new AMG

[@ABAUTOAMG]

Here’s the link with details on my exhaust mod to my CLA45s mentioned in the video: kzbin.info/www/bejne/n5zOe4aDbJZknacsi=LiEqAlHFThiT7K7S

[@psmithard]

Do it! I'm a few years behind you. Having an identical 23 plate CLA 45s. This CLE 53 really appeals to me as the natural progression. So, seeing you put the same attention to detail into a CLE as you did the CLA, would be great. But it all depends on whether we get a CLE 63 (or rather if it's the same engine as the C63). Keep up the good work!

[@ErwanYTube]

After the let down of the C63, this CLE53 is such a good surprise! I wish I could afford it but AMG definitely nailed that one.

[@deniznarli2535]

depending on what engine the 63 will get, im trading in my golf R+ some extra cash of course for one of these two. Always loved coupes, finally a bold agressive design with a good engine and retaining the classiness of mercedes.

[@labmad5886]

Don't sell the Golf R !! I had a white one and really miss it. However do love the 2020 Silver 4 Dr V6 C43 I currently have. Only sold Golf for the V6 sound ! Merc 9 speed box not the best as will jerk sometimes pulling away. Economy have seen 37.8mpg this year. Amazing!

[@t-rev1795]

The 63 is getting the 4cyl hybrid from the C63

[@deniznarli2535]

@@labmad5886 that’s the only thing i didn’t understand. They should have given us the gearbox of the 63.

[@deniznarli2535]

@@labmad5886 I got a 2023 mk8 performance, but the cle is definitely a biig upgade.

[@regnorum]

Definitely sell your golf for this beast. I'm hoping I'll be able to get one late 2024. Low key I'm hoping for this to be a future classic as it's first model in a whole new merc class.

[@gtstarwars]

Have E53 coupe, those rear windows not opening big factor :( but I like the widebody kit for sure

[@sefrzan]

Big factor indeed. I don't wanna shoulder check and see a pillar. Also, the E53 interior is the best interior I've seen.

[@DecievedREALITY999]

Let’s hope it also ticks the price box. Having owned a c43 coupe and now a E300 coupe, I’m concerned the CLE53 is going to be C class quality for E Class AMG money. It should have frameless windows (no b pillar) like the E class and they should ditch those touch steering controls, as they simply don’t work.

[@johnnyceetv1987]

yea man i think this is gonna be 100k fully loaded.

[@charles-davidberube1174]

@@johnnyceetv1987you could almost bring a c43 to 100k too with all options like designo leather

[@andrewjohnson1535]

I bought a 2019 E53 Coupe in June and its fabulous. I get so many compliments about the car and sound. Even had someone pull up alongside me this evening at the traffic ligjts to say how good it sounds.. Its got the performance exhaust. Not keen on the facelift one or that steering wheel so I'll be keeping mine for a few years. This CLE looks beautiful though so may consider a used one in future. Great Video.

[@ABAUTOAMG]

I love the 2019 E53. That generation of E class was pure class and the AMG variants were all amazing. Great value for money now also. If not the E53 I’d consider a E63s or even one of the last C63s with the v8. Enjoy them while we can!

[@gtstarwars]

Same! I have a 2023 E53 coupe because I knew it was being discontinued, pops and bangs stock! With some burbles on downshift, race mode and performance exhaust

[@samarthamlani4586]

im thinking of getting a couple month old e53, or waiting for this cle. id like to know what you suggest?@@gtstarwars

[@kevinjohnson1347]

I got the 2023 E53 coupe the last before it discontinued can't tell you how much compliments I get a week love the pops and bangs after my lease is up I'm definitely getting the 53gt 4dr coupe

[@dna1238]

Merc got the recipe right with this CLE 53 🎉❤

[@gabrielcropano805]

they really missed the opportunity too just go without a B Pilar

[@Ghostldnx]

Now we just need a Mercedes-AMG CLE 63 with the V8 E Performance🤩 AMG Back in Business

[@PaulJackson157]

No e performance gets way to heavy 😂

[@alexanderovercash315]

You were one of the main channels I used when considering my purchase of a C43. I absolutely love it and this CLE 53 is looking like my next addition so I say you get it and share the journey brother! Great job on this video as always and more to come.

[@ABAUTOAMG]

Thank you! Let's see what we can do next year when It arrives :)

[@devdinero8686]

Now a day tech, they could have done more with this. At least 530hp and 560tq. Its nice to look at and has that muscle appeal.

[@richardlee5157]

love the video! cant wait for this car

[@Modise__ZA]

This car looks monstrous without a doubt the best looking AMG🔥🔥 exhaust sound mod will do

[@kace2852]

I am very angry that they stopped the CLS.

[@gtstarwars]

Yes the Haptic Touch on steering wheel is such a pain in the ass to use sometimes.

[@Dirty_Dan205]

I wonder how the modifications to this car will be. Especially how it will impact the sound. I bet it’ll be pretty fast tuned and sound good with some downpipes.

[@MikeyG003]

I hope the 63 version comes with the 4.0 v8.

[@AndrewL31413]

Unfortunately it will be the same as the c63 😢

[@mygoogle1482]

I’ve had a 53 AMG and e53. I thought it very good but you buy an AMG for other reasons imho. After it I got the AMG gt 4 door. It’s right this would benefit from an electric motor to bridge the turbo lag. But best AMG, I don’t agree. But as an entry into the performance side of merc it’s a good starter.

[@Youtuber_YusukeFromGermany]

Looks best from all cars from Mercedes. Coupes are sporty, young, innovative and shows taste and status

[@stephaniet5448]

This car looks exactly like my 2021 C43 AMG. Yes it has about 50 more horsepower than mine. But my car has PLENTY of power. 🚗💨💨💨

[@JR007x]

My wife says the same thing…she has a ‘22 C43 AMG. However, this new car will be easily 80k+ all day. 😥

[@stephaniet5448]

@@JR007xYour wife and I have good taste! 😂👍🏼 My C43 is the BEST! I’ve also had a SL500 and an SLK350. The C43 has the best “drive” of them all! Great handling and power.

[@lincolnmarklt]

Weird flex.

[@geefim2144]

@@JR007x $90k

[@jonathanmarcus76]

A lot of people are comparing this to the Golf R or the CLA45s. I drove the later and the CLE53 back to back. Compared to the first two, the CLE53 drives like a boat. Sure it’s fast but it doesn’t handle well. And no wonder, it’s 4400lbs and 192 inches! It bigger than it looks like in pictures. Sure it’s pretty inside and out. So if you want a grand tourer, it could be for you. The only reason it has rear wheel steering is because it’s so big.

[@franj_oses]

True, it depends what you are looking for, but in terms of sportiveness is not better than a CLA 45S.

[@waynegto1484]

Really like the wide body with those rims such a nice looking Coupe

[@shaney9470]

You forgot about the race mode/drift mode dynamic select as well

[@tonymuir]

Looks brilliant and the way forward for Mercedes-AMG!

[@salwalker7071]

It is simply a gorgeous looking car! Great video, thank you!!!

[@SoleCaddic]

These interiors would be so mint if we could have a gauge cluster vs a screen

[@bobsworth7082]

Baffled for the praise on the interior. It’s absolutely covered in cheap gloss plastic with a giant screen and no mechanical climate controls. The E53 that this replaces is leagues better in quality and functionality.

[@mixedblood09]

Loving this car. Mercedes is always outdoing themselves with the AMG

[@andyhughes1776]

In 1990, I read in science magazines about hybrid technology and I got excited. So I told this girl I met that in the future we'd be driving such a car. She said that was a stupid idea. 😵‍💫😁😀😂😃😄

[@sonic4urmind722]

Great video. What do you do for income? And if you were to teach me, how long would it take until I can afford something like this myself?

[@ABAUTOAMG]

Hey, thank you. Best advice I can give you is to find something you really enjoy and are passionate about then use the passion to work really hard every day. I grew up very poor and it took me many years with lots of ups and downs. There’s no real time frame since everyone’s path is different. You have to set a goal and work towards it every day.

[@_j.n.g._]

@@ABAUTOAMG Excellent advice there Adam! Absolutely spot on. So proud of you mate, and love your channel!

[@howluxe]

Nice video

[@charles-davidberube1174]

Sat in the new c class and the interior has leveled up to the e class quality. So the cle interior will be quality for sure

[@Scorpio1075]

MB needs to let us turn off rear-steering, I personally think it should ONLY work at speeds below 10 mph. Rear-steering make the ass end feel disconnected from the road. And I don't want the car to feel more stable at high speeds, I want the car to feel alive when driving fast... that's the whole point of driving fast, to induce adrenaline!

[@SM-yt8bs]

...great review!

[@nealc9230]

This car has my interest back into AMG's but i wont buy one new with the forecast of depreciation, you only have to look at the C43 to see how they have dropped from 70k down to high 40's early 50's in a year or so....

[@ABAUTOAMG]

The used market is finally going down but being so high for 2 years it pushed new prices sky high. I’m not sure what is going to happen next year. If the new prices remain high people will stop buying new cars, then supply will drop again and the used cars will go back up. Vicious circle!

[@kanayoAdibe]

im good man i'll just drive my E53 coupe till the wheels fall off

[@MoeCrazy92]

Amazing video as always! Would be awesome to see you upgrade to this car and review it! Your videos helped me decide on purchasing my CLA! 🙏🏽

[@ABAUTOAMG]

Thanks mate! Would love to get one later next year. Shall have to see how things go! :)

[@markalden]

Great vid Adam ☝🏽

[@R0TB]

can that big centre screen tilted forward to adjust the angle like the new S class's screen??

[@R4W]

Really hope MB has a V8 CLE 63 in the works for 2025

[@marcobarozzini9515]

My favorite nowadays coupe

[@4DBLM]

8:47 yes most definitely

[@mrmahoury]

i got one already ,,on the way

[@blackoutmenace561]

Till the car sounds good when inside, that’s what matters to me. And it sounds as it should on the inside. Why disturb the surroundings just to feed your ego. It’s good policy makers are becoming mindful of this - because some motorheads with their loud exhausts are just a nuisance for everyone else.

[@LockDownLife]

Hey man! Love your c43 videos and I’m actually looking to get one myself. But I have a question that I can’t find the answer for anywhere. Is there a difference in exhaust sound between the 2019 model and after 2019? I heard something about the emission regulations but wasn’t sure if that was just something relating to the pre facelift to facelift change? Thanks a lot, Tom

[@ABAUTOAMG]

Hey Tom, Happy to help. There is the preface lift models which are easily identified by the rear of the car (facelift has the quad circle pipes each size while pre has the standard curved rectangles) I have a video on the sound difference here: kzbin.info/www/bejne/qZbdfJuBZ795hqMsi=tbAypxA5XIdKVnJI The only other sound difference to take into account is there’s an optional extra called the AMG performance exhaust that was a factory option from new. This changes the sound drastically by adding all the nice pops and crackles. It’s easy to check if a car has this option. If there’s an exhaust button in the center console it has it, if not it was not speced from factory. Hope this all helps.

[@LockDownLife]

@@ABAUTOAMGwow thank you for the very fast response lol. Ah I see, is there any difference in sound after the facelift? e.g. would a 2019 facelift with performance exhaust sound the same as a 2020 or 2021 with the performance exhaust as well?

[@ABAUTOAMG]

@@LockDownLife No problem! Your comment popped up just as I was on so thought I’d reply :) There’s no difference from 2019 onwards they should all sound the same 👍

[@LockDownLife]

@@ABAUTOAMGOh that’s perfect, thanks so much! 👍

[@Bello-G]

Cant wait for brabus getting theyr hands on

[@thechosen1892]

2023 E53 coupe looked better

[@rbmedd]

I agree. best new AMG. But, I'm keeping my '23 C43 coupe. More car, less cell phone with wheels.

[@themercedestraveler9566]

Why is the c43 coupe more car then this.?

[@rbmedd]

@themercedestraveler9566 I'm an old geezer, and I prefer a more "old fashioned" set up in terms of engine, interior controls, and less computer assisted functions. But, to each her/his own and change is inevitable.

[@themercedestraveler9566]

@rbmedd what's the big difference between the engine? Also a 23 c43 coupe is still crazy tech inside. So you may want to go much older gen

[@TankeTrender]

Should have removed the B-pillar though, would be 10/10

[@mohamedkhatib4114]

Only if it had no b Pilar and back windows roll down such a pain ! 😢

[@tweaxk2674]

That rear looks like the Acura TLX that trunk design idk it’s throwing me off , cool looking car tho overall

[@emekaiheanacho274]

So your telling me they couldn't put an updated version of this in the new c class

[@gtstarwars]

Have to raise the price somehow 😂 can’t do it on the C

[@1956colinb]

Exterior and engine are great, the interior not so much 🤔 The touch sensitive pads on the steering wheel don’t really work, they’re just too finicky and that stupid tablet centre console is a disaster ergonomically! It’s fine to use a tft screen to display data, but to input it you need tactile dials and buttons that you can feel without taking your eyes off the road, you can memorise the positions of physical buttons/ dials etc, you have no chance with a touch screen unless you take your eyes off the road for too long! Beautiful car apart from this fault 🤷🏻‍♂️

[@gtstarwars]

I agree, I have a 2023 E53 coupe and the touch panels on steering wheel already so annoying.

[@frankiekung8854]

I hope there will be a 4 door version

[@peepeepoopoo4363]

👎

[@_j.n.g._]

Great video Adam! Looking forward to you getting this CLE 53 and reviewing it, unless the CLE 63 comes and surprises us all with more cylinders, but highly likely to be 4 cylinders again like the C63.

[@ABAUTOAMG]

Thanks Jon, Fingers crossed I can get my hands on one. If the CLE63 has a V8 then that would be amazing but I agree and think they will use the 4 cylinder hybrid setup from the C63 sadly.

[@samcharles]

Looks nice but wouldn’t buy it new wait a couple of years

[@bobsworth7082]

We know what engine it’s getting, it’s the same(ish) as the current 4 cylinder turbo-electric. Anyone considering the C63 post V8 era should just go full electric or go home. This 6 pot is a decent middle ground between the V8 and full electric

[@unexplainedwearenotalone3537]

V6 engine is very good for travel but c63es is faster smooth vs any V6 or v8 for me c63es and this new cle53 both is top mid money good choice for Europe remember guys best tuned the make a lot fix the new c63es sedan is better agility stability flat lower platform and never spin c63es all many high AMG all them spin wheel thay why I like more c63es sec cle53 let see test drive I agree sound V6 ofc is always better that c63es but no matter when you live Europe you can easily fix smooth or high but no matter all secret is agility stability flat antispin system wheel like is haldex gen mother of all spin wheel system top is cupra formentor VZ use haldex gen sec is bmw 340i but new model and Mercedes c63es and Volvo all this cars I trust of quality road stability flat never spin wheel.

[@m-amsaturat1806]

So, Mercedes finally understood 6 inline is the way to go. It doesn’t look gorgeous at all, but that is a matter of taste. It looks unfinished to me.

[@arlokkkk]

The cla45 amg looks nicer imo

[@MrEmptyfuel]

Waiting for the CLE 63 s

[@AndrewL31413]

It’s worse. 4 cylinder again 😢

[@princejasiworld3785]

imagine when they come out with the 63

[@Salo-dn8ww]

Wont it be a heavier 4 cyl hybrid?

[@ikeudechukwu5018]

I bet the next generation C63 will have an inline 6.

[@LisakRacing]

No my brother it will be electric

[@MikeRushton-xp3wd]

When is it released ?

[@ABAUTOAMG]

Orders should be opening up soon, hopefully arriving later this year.

[@markalden]

Do you think the CLE 63 will be a v8?

[@ABAUTOAMG]

Sadly I think they are going to go with the 4 cylinder hybrid to match the C63. If it has the V8 though that would be epic.

[@markalden]

@@ABAUTOAMG some sad news that

[@panagiwtisleousis8991]

C63 I suppose.the C class is a flagship for Mercedes i believe

[@billiondouglas]

C class a flagship, what you gon' say 'bout GT 63 and the S class?

[@willvaughn6.395]

Best new AMG ? Unless it’s wearing the 63amg badge it’s not a real amg As a previous owner of a c63 Mercedes ruined their Amg lineup years ago with all these fake amg models

[@lincolnmarklt]

Under rated comment here. Yup. Mercedes should stick to making real Amg's. I still own 2 real ones. I'll keep em

[@Johan-rg3vo]

What colour paint is this?

[@ABAUTOAMG]

I think this is Magno graphite grey which will be a satin finished factory paint. I hear you will also be able to choose a satin blue too which will look really nice.

[@DaddychiLL6]

lol if I’m spending this type of money only way to go is 63 😂😂 I’ll take a older version any day then a fuckig v6 😂

[@ABAUTOAMG]

The V8 C63 prices have dropped back down now. Both the w204 and 205 C63s are crazy good value now compared to the new ones. It’s hard to pick a new AMG over a used V8. I’m considering getting one of the V8’s too while you still can.

[@PaulJackson157]

Why are people expecting it to be more expensive than the c63s( which is better in almost every way

[@ABAUTOAMG]

It’s the price hike in general. You can order a C63 now and it costs over £100k with a few options which is a massive increase from the price of the previous gen. So this increasing to £85-90k is likely.

[@PaulJackson157]

C63 is a 4 cylinder😂

[@sefrzan]

C interior with an E exterior at E prices.

[@leecaldwell1029]

with a hybrid boost system... So makes sense it would be in E prices

[@richards6367]

Those AMG sports seats look amazing but are far from comfortable, you should check things out yourself before you make such statements in an otherwise very good review, thanks

[@ABAUTOAMG]

Hey :) I did a full owners review of the AMG performance seats. I suspect them to be much like these. See here: kzbin.info/www/bejne/bWK6ZoWQpJygoacsi=DgdkTEXu_YZVYdql

[@laostiia1000]

Or just buy the old v8 😊

[@ABAUTOAMG]

That’s one of my options for sure too :)

[@leecaldwell1029]

correct, that is what I am doing right now. trying to find a C63S that I can nab with lower miles to keep for the next 5 years while they figure this all out

[@guillermocrespo8144]

i think i stay with my old 996 turbo...

[@bobbob-s3l]

my next amg after the 45s

[@davesmart8414]

Got one in black, great motor

[@mattmartin9867]

I don’t understand how this is nearly 500 lbs heavier than an 8 cylinder engine c63. I mean I can understand some aspects but Mercedes really needs to cut the weight down charging the price they do. Fast ass cars and amazing engines but the weight just is a little let down

[@Foregrlz]

It's 7 inches longer and has mild hybrid system adding to the weight

[@mattmartin9867]

@@Foregrlz i can understand that, but i know for a fact they can make their cars and or specifically the c 63 models sub 3700 if they really wantd too but i assume if they did it would maybe be a more competitive option to buy given power/weight ratio compared to other models

[@Foregrlz]

@mattmartin9867 I'm new to all this but I believe they've committed to this mild hybrid setup and will only expand on it .....just like iPad touch screen info systems.....or digital tachometer screens ....not going back to analog dials anytime soon.....just like everything else in life , BIGGER and BIGGER we get !!!

[@lilmoesieable]

loookss sicckkk😮

[@joseguapothedon2162]

How much is the CLE53 retailing for?

[@Happytruth]

I’ve been told they’ll be about £90 Uk with all the main extras.

[@ABAUTOAMG]

I think 80-90k is looking likely since the non AMG CLE top spec is around 70k I think from memory. Prices are so crazy now :(

[@Happytruth]

@@ABAUTOAMG I priced a CLE 450 with all extras and it came in at £75k so I’d think £90k is about right full spec but we will see, problem now is so many are selling because interest rates are killing repayments and like Porsche the prices have collapsed and they are not selling.

[@ABAUTOAMG]

Yep, it’s tricky to know what’s going to happen with the market. The inflated used costs made new prices higher but now the used prices are finally dropping back down due to the production times coming back up.

[@davesmart8414]

Stick with my 2020 A45s engine

[@MoDoubleNamibia]

It would look better if it was a convertible

[@keavy2163]

Same engine as the new GLE53?

[@ABAUTOAMG]

I think so although there’s quite a few versions of it. Seems to produce slightly more power in the CLE.

[@keavy2163]

@@ABAUTOAMG Thanks… if it’s the new GLE i6 engine + mild hybrid under such a light car.. tune for sports…easily under 4 seconds .. Mercedes is splitting and differentiating their models according to class. If C43 or 63 gets a 6 cylinder then the CLE don’t get all the spot light which is intentionally needed. It’s good they draw the lines here..

[@Ghostldnx]

@@keavy2163 That makes sense, The higher you go up the ladder the better the engine which hopefully includes having more cylinders, I can see the CLE 63 having a V6 or maybe even a V8

[@Ghostldnx]

Keeping the V8 only for the Amg GT, S Class and the SL would be harsh in my opinion

[@dawheel5311]

Looks like the M4. Similar side view, similar taillights, and similar engine. That's almost an exact copy.

[@alex_linhares]

Without the ridiculous grille?

[@MayorSom]

Bella Vista

[@datooo23]

Looks - excellent. Engine - obviously inferior to the 63AMG engines

[@mishacalvin1]

Let's hope cle 63 is 577bhp V8, no hybrid and that rubbish

[@e36man328i]

300pound mod voids the warranty

[@elijahsho]

Get it

[@adamb3272]

those wheels...... Ewwwwww

[@itali5453]

The new boat interiuer looks really ugly

[@barneysman9116]

Is it mild hybrid?

[@ABAUTOAMG]

Yep but not a traditional hybrid. It just has a small bit of electrical assistance to help reduce turbo lag.

[@G82Watts]

The lights look very basic imo. Compared to bmws lazer 3d looking lights they look way more mean. This is still a cool car sucks its only a 4.1 sec 0-60

[@riokanal1152]

Alfa QV > G80m3 > modern C63/ CLE

[@lincolnmarklt]

Bwahahaha ha. Are you 12?

[@riokanal1152]

@@lincolnmarklt just watch Auto Fanatic thats a carguy who knows about cars and had a lot of cars and he knows whats the best , he owns a Mercedes GTR , Mustang , Ferrari , Had 3 Alfa QV and 1 BMW G80 and he sold the G80 for the QV and bought it again 3 time.

[@G82Watts]

G80 m3 is def way ahead of them all in performance i think in looks aswell but thats subjective. Bmw has the meanest best headlights in the game

[@wingsta9613]

To slow for 170k in Aus

[@tylerhughes225]

proof they want to demasculate society sounds so quiet

[@adipakiamerican4628]

Pin that video about mod u did to ur car.

[@ABAUTOAMG]

Thanks! Good suggestion il post it as a comment now and pin it 👍

[@reddfoxx897]

It's not pillarless so... Nah.

[@PaulJackson157]

Pathetic that most amgs now have a 4 cilinder

[@AAALEXANDERSON]

There will be a v8 version of the c63. 53 is a waste of money than

[@henzo7087]

They will be back with V8 in 2025

[@viritrilbiaslayerofargus.6691]

Fockk 6 cylinders. Put a V8 and make it loud AF.