Mercedes-Benz CLS (C257)

Third and last generation of CLS German car
Motor vehicle
  • Petrol:
  • 1.5 L M264 Mild Hybrid turbo (EQ Boost) I4 (China)
  • 2.0 L M264 Mild Hybrid turbo I4
  • 3.0 L M256 Mild Hybrid turbo I6
  • Diesel:
  • 2.0 L OM654 Mild Hybrid turbo I4
  • 2.9 L OM656 Mild Hybrid twin-turbo I6
Transmission9-speed 9G-Tronic automaticHybrid drivetrainMild Hybrid (EQ Boost)DimensionsWheelbase2,938 mm (115.7 in)Length4,988–5,001 mm (196.4–196.9 in)Width1,890 mm (74.4 in)Height1,435 mm (56.5 in)Kerb weight1,825–1,980 kg (4,020–4,370 lb)ChronologyPredecessorMercedes-Benz CLS-Class (C218)

The C257 Mercedes-Benz CLS is the third generation of the CLS range of four-door sedan, and was launched in 2018 as the successor to the Mercedes-Benz CLS (C218).[7] It is only available as a sedan, with no plans to introduce a Shooting Brake variant in the near future.[8][9] It is based heavily on the E-Class (W213).[10]

Development and launch

Information on the C257 CLS was released online on 29 November 2017,[11] with a public unveiling at the Detroit Auto Show in January 2018.[12]

The new CLS uses a four-link front suspension and a five-link rear suspension and comes in rear-wheel drive and all-wheel drive (4MATIC) configurations.[13] CLS 53 4MATIC+ models utilise variable all-wheel drive, allowing for torque distribution between the front and rear axles.[14] An electric motor is used to boost power output by 16 kW (21 hp) and 249 N⋅m (184 lb⋅ft),[15] and also powers the on-board 48-volt system.[16]

The CLS is also now a five-seater car, instead of being a four-seater as with the previous two generations.[17]

  • Rear view of a CLS 450 4Matic
    Rear view of a CLS 450 4Matic
  • Interior of a CLS 350d 4Matic
    Interior of a CLS 350d 4Matic
  • Mercedes-AMG CLS 53
    Mercedes-AMG CLS 53
  • Mercedes-AMG CLS 53
    Mercedes-AMG CLS 53

Equipment

Standard equipment includes LED headlights, 18-inch alloy wheels, ambient lighting, as well as lane keeping and speed limit assistance systems.[18] CLS models also feature 'Mercedes me' online services with a built-in LTE module in the car, enabling concierge services and remote control of the car.[19] Optional equipment includes air suspension and a widescreen cockpit consisting of two 12.3-inch displays on the dashboard.[20] An AMG line is also available and includes AMG body styling, a diamond pattern radiator grille, 19-inch alloy wheels, and a flat-bottomed sports steering wheel.[21]

Models

Petrol engines

Model Years Engine Power Torque 0–100 km/h (0–62 mph)
CLS 260 (China)[22] 2020-2023 M264 E15 DEH LA
1.5 L I4 turbo + 48V Mild Hybrid 		147 kW (197 hp; 200 PS) 280 N⋅m (207 lb⋅ft) 8.7 s
CLS 350 2018–2020 M264 DE20 LA
2.0 L I4 turbo
+ ISG Mild Hybrid EQ Boost 		220 kW (295 hp; 299 PS)
at 5,800–6,100 rpm 		400 N⋅m (295 lb⋅ft)
at 3,000–4,000 rpm 		6.0 s
CLS 450 4MATIC 2018–2023 M256 E30
3.0 L I6 turbo
+ ISG Mild Hybrid EQ Boost 		270 kW (362 hp; 367 PS)
at 5,500–6,100 rpm 		500 N⋅m (369 lb⋅ft)
at 1,600–4,000 rpm 		4.8 s
AMG CLS 53 4MATIC+ 320 kW (429 hp; 435 PS)
at 6,100 rpm 		520 N⋅m (384 lb⋅ft)
at 1,800–5,800 rpm 		4.5 s

Diesel engines

Model Years Engine Power Torque 0–100 km/h (0–62 mph)
CLS 220d 2019–2023 OM654 DE20 SCR
2.0 L I4 turbo
+ ISG Mild Hybrid EQ Boost 		154 kW (207 hp; 209 PS)
at 3,800 rpm 		400 N⋅m (295 lb⋅ft)
at 1,600-2,800 rpm 		7.5 s
CLS 300d 2018–2020 180 kW (241 hp; 245 PS)
at 4,200 rpm 		500 N⋅m (369 lb⋅ft)
at 1,600-2,400 rpm 		6.4 s
CLS 300d 4MATIC 2021–2023 195 kW (261 hp; 265 PS)
at 4,200 rpm 		550 N⋅m (406 lb⋅ft)
at 1,800–2,200 rpm
CLS 350d 4MATIC 2018–2020 OM656 D29 SCR
2.9 L I6 twin-turbo
+ ISG Mild Hybrid EQ Boost 		210 kW (282 hp; 286 PS)
at 3,400–4,600 rpm 		600 N⋅m (443 lb⋅ft)
at 1,200–3,200 rpm 		5.7 s
CLS 400d 4MATIC 250 kW (335 hp; 340 PS)
at 3,600–4,400 rpm 		700 N⋅m (516 lb⋅ft)
at 1,200–3,200 rpm 		5.0 s
2020-2023 243 kW (326 hp; 330 PS)
at 3,600–4,200 rpm 		5.2 s

References

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  16. ^ "Hot Hybrids: Mercedes Launches Electrified AMG 53 Range". Motor1.com. Archived from the original on 2018-07-03. Retrieved 2018-06-01.
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