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Mercedes-Benz CLS C218 Facelift (2014–2018) Specs
Specifications, engines, dimensions and technical data.
Body Style
Chassis
Engines
Quick Specs
Chassis & Body
Engine Lineup
| Trans | Engine | Gears | HP | Fuel | CO₂ |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| AT | 250 BlueTEC 9G-TRONIC | 9 | 204 HP | Diesel | — |
| AT | 350d V6 9G-TRONIC | 7 | 258 HP | Diesel | — |
| AT | 400 V6 9G-TRONIC | 7 | 333 HP | Petrol | — |
| AT | 500 V8 9G-TRONIC 4MATIC | 9 | 408 HP | Petrol | — |
| AT | 550 V8 7G-TRONIC PLUS | 7 | 408 HP | Petrol | — |
| MT | AMG CLS 63 S V8 4MATIC AMG SPEEDSHIFT MCT | 7 | 585 HP | Petrol | — |
| MT | AMG CLS 63 S V8 MCT 4MATIC | 7 | 585 HP | Petrol | — |
Note: Performance figures may vary based on market and conditions.
Mercedes-Benz CLS C218 Facelift overview
The Mercedes-Benz CLS (C218 Facelift) is the 2nd generation of the CLS, built from 2014 to 2018. It is offered as a Coupe with 6 engines (diesel, petrol), from 170 HP to 585 HP. The AMG CLS 63 V8 (557 Hp) 4MATIC AMG SPEEDSHIFT MCT accelerates from 0 to 100 km/h in 3.7 s, reaches a top speed of 250 km/h and is 4967 mm long.
How much horsepower does the Mercedes-Benz CLS have?
The Mercedes-Benz CLS (C218 Facelift) has 170 HP to 585 HP, depending on the engine: 2.1 Om651 (170 HP), 3.0 Om642 (252 HP), 3.0 M276 (333 HP), 4.7 M278 (408 HP), 5.5 M157 (557 HP), 5.5 M157 (585 HP).
What engines are available for the Mercedes-Benz CLS?
The Mercedes-Benz CLS is available with 6 engines: 2.1 Om651 (170 HP, diesel), 3.0 Om642 (252 HP, diesel), 3.0 M276 (333 HP, petrol), 4.7 M278 (408 HP, petrol), 5.5 M157 (557 HP, petrol), 5.5 M157 (585 HP, petrol).
What are the dimensions of the Mercedes-Benz CLS?
The Mercedes-Benz CLS is 4967 mm long, 1881 mm wide, 1431 mm tall, with a 2874 mm wheelbase.
How fast is the Mercedes-Benz CLS?
The Mercedes-Benz CLS AMG CLS 63 V8 (557 Hp) 4MATIC AMG SPEEDSHIFT MCT goes from 0 to 100 km/h in 3.7 s and has a top speed of 250 km/h.
Advanced Specs
Overview
| Generation | Mercedes-Benz CLS coupe C218 facelift |
|---|---|
| Year | 2014–2017 |
| Platform | Mercedes-Benz W212 |
| Variant | AMG CLS 63 V8 (557 Hp) 4MATIC AMG SPEEDSHIFT MCT |
| Body type | coupe |
| Engine type | Fuel |
| Fuel type | Petrol |
| Seats | 4 |
| Doors | 4 |
| Emission standard | Euro 6 |
Power & torque
| Power | 557 HP |
|---|---|
| Power @ max rpm | 5500 rpm |
| Torque | 720 Nm |
| Torque @ min rpm | 1750 rpm |
| Torque @ max rpm | 5250 rpm |
Performance
| Top speed | 250 km/h |
|---|---|
| 0–100 km/h | 3.7 s |
| 0–62 mph | 3.7 s |
Engine
| Engine code | M157.981 |
|---|---|
| Displacement | 5461 cc |
| Cylinders | 8 |
| Configuration | V Engine |
| Bore | 98.0 mm |
| Stroke | 90.5 mm |
| Compression ratio | 10 |
| Valves per cylinder | 4 |
| Injection system | Direct Injection |
| Aspiration | Biturbo Intercooler |
| Valvetrain | dohc |
| Oil capacity | 8.5 L |
| Engine layout | Front Longitudinal |
| Engine systems | Start Stop System |
Drivetrain & transmission
| Drive | All wheel drive (4x4) |
|---|---|
| Powertrain architecture | Internal Combustion Engine |
| Drivetrain architecture | The Internal Combustion Engine Ice Drives Permanently The Four Wheels Of The Vehicle |
| Gearbox type | automated_manual |
| Gears | 7 |
| Gearbox code | Amg K7c 7mct |
| Gearbox manufacturer | Mercedes Benz |
Dimensions
| Length | 4967 mm |
|---|---|
| Width | 1881 mm |
| Height | 1431 mm |
| Wheelbase | 2874 mm |
| Boot space | 520 L |
| Turning circle | 11.3 m |
Mass
| Kerb weight | 1870 kg |
|---|---|
| Max weight | 2415 kg |
| Max load | 545 kg |
Consumption & emissions
| Fuel combined (NEDC) | 10.3 L/100km |
|---|---|
| CO₂ (NEDC) | 239 g/km |
| Fuel tank | 66.0 L |
Chassis & brakes
| Front suspension | Coil Spring Independent Multi Link Suspension Transverse Stabilizer |
|---|---|
| Rear suspension | Independent Multi Link Suspension Air Suspension Transverse Stabilizer |
| Front brakes | Ventilated Discs |
| Rear brakes | Ventilated Discs |
| Steering type | Steering Rack And Pinion |
| Power steering | Electric Steering |
| Tire size | Front wheel tires: 255/35 R19Rear wheel tires: 285/30 R19 |
| Wheel rims | Front wheel rims: 9J x 19Rear wheel rims: 10J x 19 |
| Assisting systems | Abs Anti Lock Braking System |
Efficiency ratios
| Weight-to-power | 3.4 kg/Hp, 297.9 Hp/tonne |
|---|---|
| Weight-to-torque | 2.6 kg/Nm, 385 Nm/tonne |
| Max roof load | 100 kg |
Other
| Start Of Production | 2014 |
|---|---|
| End Of Production | 2017 |
| Width Including Mirrors | 2075 |
Performance
! Figures from catalog data; real-world values may differ.