Mercedes-Benz CLS-Class (C257)

The C257 Mercedes-Benz CLS is the third and current generation of the CLS range of four-door fastback, and was launched in 2018 as the successor to the Mercedes-Benz CLS (W218).[2] It is only available as a fastback, with no plans to introduce a Shooting Brake variant in the near future.[3][4]

Mercedes-Benz CLS (C257)
Overview
Manufacturer	Daimler AG
Production	March 2018 – present
Assembly	Germany: Sindelfingen Thailand: Samut Prakarn (Thonburi Automotive Assembly Plant)
Designer	Gorden Wagener
Body and chassis
Class	Executive car (E)
Body style	4-door fastback
Layout	FR/4WD (4matic)
Related	Mercedes-Benz E-Class (W213) Mercedes-Benz S-Class W222 facelift Mercedes-AMG GT 4-Door Coupé Mercedes-Benz C217[1]
Powertrain
Engine	1.5 L M264 I4 Mild-Hybrid turbo (petrol EQ Boost) (China) 2.0 L M264 I4 Mild Hybrid turbo (petrol) 2.0 L OM654 I4 Mild Hybrid turbo (diesel) 2.9 L OM656 I6 Mild Hybrid twin-turbo (diesel) 3.0 L M256 I6 Mild Hybrid turbo (petrol)
Transmission	9-speed 9G-Tronic automatic
Dimensions
Wheelbase	2,938 mm (115.7 in)
Length	4,988 mm (196.4 in)
Width	1,890 mm (74.4 in)
Height	1,435 mm (56.5 in)
Kerb weight	1,825–1,980 kg (4,020–4,370 lb)
Chronology
Predecessor	Mercedes-Benz CLS-Class (W218)

Rear view

Mercedes-AMG CLS 53

Development and launch

Information on the C257 CLS was released online on 29 November 2017,[5] with a public unveiling at the Detroit Auto Show in January 2018.[6]

The new CLS uses a four-link front suspension and a five-link rear suspension and only comes in all-wheel drive (4MATIC) configuration.[7] CLS 53 4MATIC+ models utilise variable all-wheel drive, allowing for torque distribution between the front and rear axles.[8] An electric motor is used to boost power output by 16 kW (21 hp) and 249 N⋅m (184 lb⋅ft),[9] and also powers the on-board 48-volt system.[10]

The CLS is also now a five-seater car, instead of being a four-seater as with the previous two generations.[11]

Equipment

Standard equipment includes LED headlights, 18-inch alloy wheels, ambient lighting, as well as lane keeping and speed limit assistance systems.[12] 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.[13] Optional equipment includes air suspension and a widescreen cockpit consisting of two 12.3-inch displays on the dashboard.[14] 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.[15]

Models

Petrol engines

Model	Years	Engine	Power	Torque	0-100 km/h (0-62 mph)
CLS 260[16]	2020-	M264 E15 DEH LA 1.5 L I4 turbo + 48V Mild Hybrid	137 kW (184 hp; 186 PS)	280 N⋅m (207 lb⋅ft)	8.7 s
CLS 300	2019-	M264 DE20 LA 2.0 L I4 turbo	TBA	TBA
CLS 350	2018–		220 kW (295 hp; 299 PS) at 5,800–6,100 rpm	400 N⋅m (295 lb⋅ft) at 3,000–4,000 rpm
CLS 450 4MATIC		M256 E30 3.0 L I6 turbo	270 kW (362 hp; 367 PS) at 5,500–6,100 rpm	750 N⋅m (553 lb⋅ft) at 1,600–2,500 rpm	4.8 s
AMG CLS 53 4MATIC+			320 kW (429 hp; 435 PS) at 6,100 rpm	770 N⋅m (568 lb⋅ft) at 1,800–2,500 rpm	4.5 s

Diesel engines

Model	Years	Engine	Power	Torque	0-100 km/h (0-62 mph)
CLS 220d	2019-	OM654 DE20 SCR 2.0 L I4 turbo	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–		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 350d 4MATIC		OM656 D29 SCR 2.9 L I6 twin-turbo	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

References

1. "Review of AMG GT 4-door coupe".
2. "2019 Mercedes-Benz CLS at Top Speed". Top Speed. Retrieved 2018-06-01.
3. "Mercedes-Benz kills the Shooting Brake for 2018 Mk3 CLS". CAR Magazine. Retrieved 2018-06-01.
4. "2018 Mercedes CLS – price, specs and release date". What Car?. Retrieved 2018-06-01.
5. "The new Mercedes-Benz CLS: Third generation of the original | marsMediaSite". marsMediaSite. Retrieved 2018-06-01.
6. "Mercedes-AMG ups its EQ with 2019 CLS 53, E53 Coupe and Cabriolet at NAIAS". Autoweek. Retrieved 2018-06-01.
7. Bartosiak, Dave. "Mercedes Give Details on the New Third-Gen CLS". The Drive. Retrieved 2018-06-01.
8. "Mercedes-Benz CLS Reviews | Mercedes-Benz CLS Price, Photos, and Specs | Car and Driver". Car and Driver. Retrieved 2018-06-01.
9. "Merc's new CLS 53 AMG is a sort-of hybrid". Top Gear. 2018-01-15. Retrieved 2018-06-01.
10. "Hot Hybrids: Mercedes Launches Electrified AMG 53 Range". Motor1.com. Retrieved 2018-06-01.
11. "2019 Mercedes-Benz CLS First Look: Now a Five-Seater". MotorTrend. 2017-11-29. Retrieved 2018-06-01.
12. "The new Mercedes-Benz CLS: Third generation of the original | marsMediaSite". marsMediaSite. Retrieved 2018-06-01.
13. "The new generation Mercedes-Benz CLS: Cult design with futuristic lighting system | Auto Trader South Africa". Retrieved 2018-06-01.
14. "The new Mercedes-Benz CLS: Third generation of the original | marsMediaSite". marsMediaSite. Retrieved 2018-06-01.
15. "The new Mercedes-Benz CLS: The original perfected | marsMediaSite". marsMediaSite. Retrieved 2018-06-01.
16. https://mercedesblog.com/a-mercedes-cls-with-1-5-liter-engine-meet-the-cls-260/

External links

• Official site