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Mercedes-Benz CLS C219 Facelift (2008–2010) Specs
Specifications, engines, dimensions and technical data.
Body Style
Chassis
Engines
Quick Specs
Chassis & Body
Engine Lineup
| Trans | Engine | Gears | HP | Fuel | CO₂ |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| AT | 300 V6 7G-TRONIC | 7 | 231 HP | Petrol | — |
| AT | 320 CDI V6 7G-TRONIC | 7 | 272 HP | Diesel | — |
| AT | 350 CGI V6 7G-TRONIC | 7 | 292 HP | Petrol | — |
| AT | 550 V8 7G-TRONIC | 7 | 388 HP | Petrol | — |
| AT | AMG CLS 63 V8 7G-TRONIC AMG SPEEDSHIFT | 7 | 514 HP | Petrol | — |
Note: Performance figures may vary based on market and conditions.
Mercedes-Benz CLS C219 Facelift overview
The Mercedes-Benz CLS (C219 Facelift) is the 1st generation of the CLS, built from 2008 to 2010. It is offered as a Coupe with 5 engines (diesel, petrol), from 224 HP to 514 HP. The CLS 280 V6 (231 Hp) 7G-TRONIC accelerates from 0 to 100 km/h in 7.7 s, reaches a top speed of 245 km/h and is 4917 mm long.
How much horsepower does the Mercedes-Benz CLS have?
The Mercedes-Benz CLS (C219 Facelift) has 224 HP to 514 HP, depending on the engine: 3.0 Om642 (224 HP), 3.0 M272 (231 HP), 3.5 M272 (292 HP), 5.5 M273 (388 HP), 6.2 M156 (514 HP).
What engines are available for the Mercedes-Benz CLS?
The Mercedes-Benz CLS is available with 5 engines: 3.0 Om642 (224 HP, diesel), 3.0 M272 (231 HP, petrol), 3.5 M272 (292 HP, petrol), 5.5 M273 (388 HP, petrol), 6.2 M156 (514 HP, petrol).
What are the dimensions of the Mercedes-Benz CLS?
The Mercedes-Benz CLS is 4917 mm long, 1873 mm wide, 1430 mm tall, with a 2854 mm wheelbase.
How fast is the Mercedes-Benz CLS?
The Mercedes-Benz CLS CLS 280 V6 (231 Hp) 7G-TRONIC goes from 0 to 100 km/h in 7.7 s and has a top speed of 245 km/h.
Advanced Specs
Overview
| Generation | Mercedes-Benz CLS coupe C219 facellift |
|---|---|
| Year | 2008–2009 |
| Platform | Mercedes-Benz W211 |
| Variant | CLS 280 V6 (231 Hp) 7G-TRONIC |
| Body type | coupe |
| Engine type | Fuel |
| Fuel type | Petrol |
| Seats | 4 |
| Doors | 4 |
| Emission standard | Euro 4 |
Power & torque
| Power | 231 HP |
|---|---|
| Power @ max rpm | 6000 rpm |
| Torque | 300 Nm |
| Torque @ min rpm | 2500 rpm |
| Torque @ max rpm | 5000 rpm |
Performance
| Top speed | 245 km/h |
|---|---|
| 0–100 km/h | 7.7 s |
| 0–62 mph | 7.7 s |
Engine
| Engine code | M272.943 |
|---|---|
| Displacement | 2996 cc |
| Cylinders | 6 |
| Configuration | V Engine |
| Bore | 88.0 mm |
| Stroke | 82.1 mm |
| Compression ratio | 11.3 |
| Valves per cylinder | 4 |
| Injection system | Multi Port Manifold Injection |
| Aspiration | Naturally Aspirated Engine |
| Valvetrain | dohc |
| Oil capacity | 8.0 L |
| Coolant | 10.0 L |
| Engine layout | Front Longitudinal |
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 |
| Gearbox manufacturer | Mercedes Benz |
Dimensions
| Length | 4917 mm |
|---|---|
| Width | 1873 mm |
| Height | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase | 2854 mm |
| Front track | 1593 mm |
| Rear track | 1603 mm |
| Boot space | 505 L |
| Turning circle | 11.2 m |
Mass
| Kerb weight | 1655 kg |
|---|---|
| Max weight | 2195 kg |
| Max load | 540 kg |
Consumption & emissions
| Fuel combined (NEDC) | 9.8 L/100km |
|---|---|
| CO₂ (NEDC) | 233 g/km |
| Fuel tank | 80.0 L |
Chassis & brakes
| Front suspension | Independent Multi Link Suspension Transverse Stabilizer Air Suspension Optional |
|---|---|
| Rear suspension | Independent Multi Link Suspension Transverse Stabilizer Air Suspension Optional |
| Front brakes | Ventilated Discs |
| Rear brakes | Ventilated Discs |
| Steering type | Steering Rack And Pinion |
| Power steering | Hydraulic Steering |
| Tire size | 245/45 R17; 245/40 R18 |
| Wheel rims | 8.5J x 17; 8.5J x 18 |
| Assisting systems | Abs Anti Lock Braking System |
Efficiency ratios
| Weight-to-power | 7.2 kg/Hp, 139.6 Hp/tonne |
|---|---|
| Weight-to-torque | 5.5 kg/Nm, 181.3 Nm/tonne |
| Max roof load | 100 kg |
Other
| Start Of Production | 2008 |
|---|---|
| End Of Production | 2009 |
| Width Including Mirrors | 2107 |
| Front Overhang | 891 |
| Rear Overhang | 1172 |
Performance
! Figures from catalog data; real-world values may differ.