2011-2017 CLS-Class OverviewMercedes CLS-Class Overview (2011 - 2017)
C218 / X218
Tech Specs Summary
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- 146 - 155 mph
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- 3.7 - 7.8 seconds
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- 201 - 577 BHP
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- 26.6 - 55.4 mpg
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- 1,735 - 2,005 kg
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- 520 L (Coupé)
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- 590 - 1,550 L (Estate)
This generation of the Mercedes CLS-Class (C218 / X218) was produced by the German manufacturer Mercedes between 2011 - 2017. It's a front engined car with either rear-wheel drive or all-wheel drive and came as either a coupé or estate. There are many power levels available, ranging from a 201 BHP 2.1 L Inline 4 Bi-Turbo diesel engine all the way to a 577 BHP 4.7 L V8 Bi-Turbo petrol engine. It has macpherson strut front suspension and multi-link rear suspension. However, some models have double wishbone front suspension.
Performance Pick
If you're interested in performance, the best performance version of the CLS-Class is the Mercedes CLS 63 AMG S 4Matic which scores 3.5★ on the encyCARpedia Rating system for performance. With total power at 577 BHP and a power/weight ratio of 309 BHP/Tonne it has a top speed of 155 mph and gets to 62 mph in 3.7 seconds.
Practicality Pick
If you're more interested in practicality, then the Mercedes CLS 350 CDI Shooting Brake is the best practical all-rounder with a score of 3.6★ on the encyCARpedia Rating system for practicality. It has a range of 828 miles and can store 590-1,550 litres of cargo. It also has a towing capacity of 2,100 kg.