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Yes, the Mercedes-Benz CLE (W236), launched in 2023, uses gas-filled bonnet struts to hold the bonnet open rather than a manual prop rod, so these are genuine serviceable parts you can source from a breaker. There is typically one strut on each side, and both sides are worth checking if one has failed, as they age at similar rates.
The CLE W236 is a new generation that only began production in 2023, and as of 2025 no facelift has been confirmed, so all current UK-registered CLE models should share the same bonnet strut. That said, always confirm with the breaker against your exact registration to rule out any running changes that may not be publicly documented.
Engine choice and drivetrain layout do not affect the bonnet strut on the CLE W236, as the front-end structure and bonnet mechanism are shared across all engine variants within the generation. You can therefore buy from any CLE W236 donor vehicle regardless of whether it was a four-cylinder, AMG-line or 4MATIC model, and it should be compatible with your car.
The CLE is offered in both Coupé and Cabriolet body styles, and both share the same front-end platform and bonnet, so the bonnet strut is expected to be the same part across both body styles. It is still worth confirming with the breaker against your registration, as subtle differences between body styles are always possible.
Trim level does not affect the bonnet strut on the CLE W236; these are internal designations relating to equipment and cosmetics rather than changes to the front bodywork structure. Any CLE W236 donor car, regardless of trim level, should yield a compatible strut for your vehicle.
Give the breaker your full registration number so they can verify the exact build specification of your car against their donor vehicle, and mention whether you need the nearside (NS) or offside (OS) strut, or both. The CLE W236 is a relatively new model so breaker stock may be limited, but providing your VIN alongside the registration gives the breaker the best chance of confirming a match.