Mercedes-Benz CLS CLS coupe (C218)

Mercedes-Benz - CLS coupe (C218)

Details-
BrandMercedes-Benz
ModelCLS
GenerationCLS coupe (C218)
ModificationCLS 500 V8 (408 Hp) 7G-TRONIC PLUS
Start Of ProductionMarch, 2011 year
End Of ProductionSeptember, 2014 year

Performance

The CLS is a high-performance luxury sedan with impressive acceleration, reaching 0-100 km/h in 4.9 seconds and 0-62 mph in the same time. It has a top speed of 250 km/h (electronically limited to 155.34 mph) and a low drag coefficient of 0.28.

Specs-
Rating
Acceleration 0 100 Kmh4.9 sec
Acceleration 0 62 Mph4.9 sec
Max Speed250 km/h, Electronically limited 155.34 mph
Drag Coefficient Cd0.28

Body & Dimensions

The Mercedes-Benz CLS is a luxury 4-seater coupe with a sleek design and a spacious interior. It features a long wheelbase, generous track widths, and a comfortable turning circle. The car's dimensions are 4940 mm in length, 1881 mm in width, and 1416 mm in height, with a wheelbase of 2874 mm. It has a front overhang of 901 mm and a rear overhang of 1165 mm.

Specs-
Rating
Body TypeCoupe
Seats4
Doors4
Length4940 mm 194.49 in.
Width1881 mm 74.06 in.
Width Including Mirrors2075 mm 81.69 in.
Height1416 mm 55.75 in.
Wheelbase2874 mm 113.15 in.
Front Track1594 mm 62.76 in.
Rear Track1626 mm 64.02 in.
Front Overhang901 mm 35.47 in.
Rear Overhang1165 mm 45.87 in.
Min Turning Circle11.27 m 36.98 ft.

Fuel Consumption

The CLS is a luxury sedan with a petrol (gasoline) engine that complies with Euro 5 emission standards. It has an urban economy fuel consumption of 12.5 l/100 km, extra urban economy of 6.9 l/100 km, and combined economy of 9 l/100 km. The car's CO2 emissions are 209 g/km. It is a reliable and fuel-efficient choice for luxury driving.

Specs-
Rating
Fuel Consumption Urban Economy Nedc12.5 l/100 km 18.82 US mpg 22.6 UK mpg 8 km/l
Fuel Consumption Extra Urban Economy Nedc6.9 l/100 km 34.09 US mpg 40.94 UK mpg 14.49 km/l
Fuel Consumption Combined Economy Nedc9 l/100 km 26.13 US mpg 31.39 UK mpg 11.11 km/l
Co2 Emissions Nedc209 g/km
Fuel TypePetrol (Gasoline)
Emission StandardEuro 5

Engine & Transmission

The CLS is a luxury full-size car with a 4.0L V8 bi-turbo engine, producing 408 hp and 600 Nm of torque. It features an 8-speed automatic transmission, independent multi-link suspension, and air suspension. The engine is equipped with direct injection and a start-stop system.

Specs-
Rating
Powertrain ArchitectureInternal Combustion engine
Power408 Hp @ 5000-5750 rpm.
Power Per Litre87.5 Hp/l
Torque600 Nm @ 1600-4750 rpm. 442.54 lb.-ft. @ 1600-4750 rpm.
Engine LayoutFront, Longitudinal
Engine Model CodeM 278.922
Engine Displacement4663 cm3 284.55 cu. in.
Number Of Cylinders8
Engine ConfigurationV-engine
Cylinder Bore92.9 mm 3.66 in.
Piston Stroke86 mm 3.39 in.
Compression Ratio10.5:1
Number Of Valves Per Cylinder4
Fuel Injection SystemDirect injection
Engine AspirationBiTurbo, Intercooler
ValvetrainDOHC
Engine Oil Capacity8.5 l 8.98 US qt | 7.48 UK qt
Engine Oil Specification0W-30, 5W-30 / MB 229.6 0W-30, 0W-40, 5W-30, 5W-40 / MB 229.5
Coolant12.3 l 13 US qt | 10.82 UK qt
Drivetrain ArchitectureThe Internal combustion engine (ICE) drives the rear wheels of the vehicle.
Drive WheelRear wheel drive
Number Of Gears And Type Of Gearbox7 gears, automatic transmission G-TRONIC PLUS
Front SuspensionIndependent multi-link suspension, Transverse stabilizer, Air suspension
Rear SuspensionIndependent multi-link suspension, Air suspension, Transverse stabilizer
Engine SystemsStart & Stop System

Brakes

The CLS model features ventilated discs for both front and rear brakes, equipped with electric steering and a steering rack and pinion system. It comes with front wheel tires measuring 255/40 R18 and 255/35 R19, while the rear tires are 255/40 R18 and 285/35 R18 or 285/30 R19. The car is equipped with ABS for anti-lock braking and has wheel rims measuring 8.5J x 18, 8.5J x 19, 8.5J x 18, 9.5J x 18, and 9.5J x 19.

Specs-
Rating
Front BrakesVentilated discs
Rear BrakesVentilated discs
Assisting SystemsABS (Anti-lock braking system)
Steering TypeSteering rack and pinion
Power SteeringElectric Steering
Tires SizeFront wheel tires: 255/40 R18; 255/35 R19 Rear wheel tires: 255/40 R18; 285/35 R18; 285/30 R19
Wheel Rims SizeFront wheel rims: 8.5J x 18; 8.5J x 19 Rear wheel rims: 8.5J x 18; 9.5J x 18; 9.5J x 19

Weight & Capacity

The Mercedes-Benz CLS is a luxury sedan with a weight-to-power ratio of 4.4 kg/Hp and a weight-to-torque ratio of 3 kg/Nm. It has a kerb weight of 1815 kg and a max weight of 2375 kg. The fuel tank capacity is 80 liters and the trunk boot space minimum is 520 liters. The max roof load is 100 kg.

Specs-
Rating
Weight To Power Ratio4.4 kg/Hp, 224.8 Hp/tonne
Weight To Torque Ratio3 kg/Nm, 330.6 Nm/tonne
Kerb Weight1815 kg 4001.39 lbs.
Max Weight2375 kg 5235.98 lbs.
Max Load560 kg 1234.59 lbs.
Trunk Boot Space Minimum520 l 18.36 cu. ft.
Fuel Tank Capacity80 l 21.13 US gal | 17.6 UK gal
Max Roof Load100 kg 220.46 lbs.

Frequently Asked Questions

FAQs for Mercedes-Benz - CLS coupe (C218)

The length of the Mercedes-Benz CLS is 4940 mm (194.49 in.)

The Mercedes-Benz CLS has 4 seats

The wheelbase of the Mercedes-Benz CLS is 2874 mm (113.15 in.)

The top speed of the CLS is 250 km/h (electronically limited to 155.34 mph).

The drag coefficient of the CLS is 0.28.

It takes 4.9 seconds for the CLS to accelerate from 0-62 mph.

The fuel type of the CLS is petrol (gasoline).

The CLS complies with Euro 5 emission standards.

The fuel consumption of the CLS in urban areas is 12.5 l/100 km.

The engine displacement is 4.0L or 284.55 cu. in.

The CLS has 8 cylinders.

The CLS has a direct injection fuel system.

The CLS model features ventilated discs for both front and rear brakes.

The CLS model comes with a steering rack and pinion system.

The CLS model comes with front wheel tires measuring 255/40 R18 and 255/35 R19, while the rear tires are 255/40 R18 and 285/35 R18 or 285/30 R19.

The CLS is powered by a 3.0-liter twin-turbo V6 engine.

The CLS is available in a single trim level.

The CLS produces 335 horsepower.

The weight-to-power ratio of the Mercedes-Benz CLS is 4.4 kg/Hp.

The weight-to-torque ratio of the Mercedes-Benz CLS is 3 kg/Nm.

The kerb weight of the Mercedes-Benz CLS is 1815 kg.