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Mercedes-Benz CLS C218 (2010–2014) 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 CDI 7G-TRONIC PLUS | 7 | 204 HP | Diesel | — |
| AT | 350 CDI V6 4MATIC 7G-TRONIC PLUS | 7 | 265 HP | Diesel | — |
| AT | 350 CDI V6 7G-TRONIC PLUS | 7 | 265 HP | Diesel | — |
| AT | 350 V6 7G-TRONIC PLUS | 7 | 306 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 | — |
Note: Performance figures may vary based on market and conditions.
Mercedes-Benz CLS C218 overview
The Mercedes-Benz CLS (C218) is the 2nd generation of the CLS, built from 2010 to 2014. It is offered as a Station Wagon Estate with 6 engines (diesel, petrol), from 204 HP to 525 HP. The CLS 250 CDI (204 Hp) 7G-TRONIC PLUS accelerates from 0 to 100 km/h in 7.8 s, reaches a top speed of 235 km/h and is 4956 mm long.
How much horsepower does the Mercedes-Benz CLS have?
The Mercedes-Benz CLS (C218) has 204 HP to 525 HP, depending on the engine: 2.1 Om651 (204 HP), 3.0 Om642 (248 HP), 3.0 Om642 (265 HP), 3.5 M276 (306 HP), 4.7 M278 (408 HP), 5.5 M157 (525 HP).
What engines are available for the Mercedes-Benz CLS?
The Mercedes-Benz CLS is available with 6 engines: 2.1 Om651 (204 HP, diesel), 3.0 Om642 (248 HP, diesel), 3.0 Om642 (265 HP, diesel), 3.5 M276 (306 HP, petrol), 4.7 M278 (408 HP, petrol), 5.5 M157 (525 HP, petrol).
What are the dimensions of the Mercedes-Benz CLS?
The Mercedes-Benz CLS is 4956 mm long, 1881 mm wide, 1416 mm tall, with a 2874 mm wheelbase.
How fast is the Mercedes-Benz CLS?
The Mercedes-Benz CLS CLS 250 CDI (204 Hp) 7G-TRONIC PLUS goes from 0 to 100 km/h in 7.8 s and has a top speed of 235 km/h.
Advanced Specs
Overview
| Generation | Mercedes-Benz CLS Shooting Brake X218 |
|---|---|
| Year | 2012–2014 |
| Platform | Mercedes-Benz W212 |
| Variant | CLS 250 CDI (204 Hp) 7G-TRONIC PLUS |
| Body type | Station Wagon Estate |
| Engine type | Fuel |
| Fuel type | Diesel |
| Seats | 5 |
| Doors | 5 |
| Emission standard | Euro 5 |
Power & torque
| Power | 204 HP |
|---|---|
| Power @ max rpm | 3800 rpm |
| Torque | 500 Nm |
| Torque @ min rpm | 1600 rpm |
| Torque @ max rpm | 1800 rpm |
Performance
| Top speed | 235 km/h |
|---|---|
| 0–100 km/h | 7.8 s |
| 0–62 mph | 7.8 s |
Engine
| Engine code | OM651.924 |
|---|---|
| Displacement | 2143 cc |
| Cylinders | 4 |
| Configuration | inline |
| Bore | 83.0 mm |
| Stroke | 99.0 mm |
| Compression ratio | 16.2 |
| Valves per cylinder | 4 |
| Injection system | Diesel Commonrail |
| Aspiration | Biturbo Intercooler |
| Valvetrain | dohc |
| Oil capacity | 6.5 L |
| Coolant | 10.4 L |
| Engine layout | Front Longitudinal |
| Engine systems | Particulate Filter |
Drivetrain & transmission
| Drive | Rear Wheel Drive |
|---|---|
| Powertrain architecture | Internal Combustion Engine |
| Drivetrain architecture | The Internal Combustion Engine Ice Drives The Rear Wheels Of The Vehicle |
| Gearbox type | torque_converter |
| Gears | 7 |
| Gearbox code | 722.9-7g-tronic-plus |
| Gearbox manufacturer | Mercedes Benz |
Dimensions
| Length | 4956 mm |
|---|---|
| Width | 1881 mm |
| Height | 1416 mm |
| Wheelbase | 2874 mm |
| Front track | 1596 mm |
| Rear track | 1626 mm |
| Boot space | 590 – 1550 L |
| Turning circle | 11.3 m |
Mass
| Kerb weight | 1865 kg |
|---|---|
| Max weight | 2390 kg |
| Max load | 525 kg |
Consumption & emissions
| Fuel combined | 5.4 L/100km |
|---|---|
| Fuel urban | 6.4 L/100km |
| Fuel extra urban | 4.8 L/100km |
| CO₂ emissions | 143 g/km |
| Fuel tank | 59.0 L |
Chassis & brakes
| Front suspension | Independent Type Mcpherson With Coil Spring And Anti Roll Bar |
|---|---|
| Rear suspension | Independent Multi Link Suspension |
| Front brakes | Ventilated Discs |
| Rear brakes | disc |
| Steering type | Steering Rack And Pinion |
| Power steering | Electric Steering |
| Tire size | 245/45 R17 |
| Wheel rims | 17 |
| Assisting systems | Abs Anti Lock Braking System |
Efficiency ratios
| Weight-to-power | 9.1 kg/Hp, 109.4 Hp/tonne |
|---|---|
| Weight-to-torque | 3.7 kg/Nm, 268.1 Nm/tonne |
Other
| Start Of Production | 2012 |
|---|---|
| End Of Production | 2014 |
Performance
! Figures from catalog data; real-world values may differ.