Interior
Sliding into the cockpit of the 2026 Mercedes-Benz CLE-Class is like stepping into your home after a long, hard day at the office. High-quality materials abound with available nappa leather seating and hand-finished wood trim on the dash and steering wheel are the pinnacle of tasteful opulence. Luxury at the highest level is demonstrated by Mercedes-Benz's signature Automatic Seat Adjustment system, which uses the driver's height to automatically adjust to an ergonomically optimized seating position. Dial in your perfect ambiance with standard 64-color ambient lighting and attach it to your unique driver profile so it's at your beck and call the minute you enter your Mercedes-Benz. Pump up the wattage on the standard Burmester 3D Surround Sound System and sit back, relax, and enjoy your commute.
The 2026 BMW 4 Series, on the other hand, has a cockpit that's a bit more Spartan. Drivers have complained about the hardness of the seats that lack the level of comfort a vehicle in this price point is expected to have. The 4 series does come standard with power-adjustable front seats; however, you'll need to adjust them yourself to find that perfect seating position, just like you would in any other car. In typical BMW fashion, features like ambient lighting and a premium sound system are extras that require a premium over what Mercedes-Benz includes as standard. >
Bottom Line
When it comes to luxury coupes, the 2026 Mercedes-Benz CLE-Class is the standout choice. Not only does it represent better value than the 2026 BMW 4 series, it's also more luxurious and smoother as well.
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