Mercedes-Benz CLS-Class (W218)

Mercedes-Benz CLS-Class (W218)
Overview
Manufacturer Daimler AG
Production January 2011 – 2018
Assembly Germany: Sindelfingen
Designer Hubert Lee (2007)
Body and chassis
Class Mid-size luxury car (E)
Body style
Layout
Related Mercedes-Benz E-Class (W212)
Powertrain
Engine
Transmission
Dimensions
Wheelbase 2,874 mm (113.1 in)
Length
  • 4,937 mm (194.4 in) (C218)
  • 4,953 mm (195.0 in) (X218)
Width 1,881 mm (74.1 in)
Height
  • 1,418 mm (55.8 in) (C218)
  • 1,419 mm (55.9 in) (X218)
Kerb weight 1,660–1,950 kg (3,660–4,299 lb)
Chronology
Predecessor Mercedes-Benz CLS-Class (W219)
Successor Mercedes-Benz CLS-Class (C257)

The W218 Mercedes-Benz CLS is the second generation of the Mercedes CLS-Class range of four-door (fastback styled) sedans, and was produced from 2010 to 2018.[1] The body styles of the range are:

Unlike its predecessor, the W218 CLS can be optioned with all-wheel drive 4MATIC on all models including CLS63 AMG variants.[2] Mercedes also introduced a new five-door estate version to the CLS lineup, called the CLS Shooting Brake.[3]

The W218 CLS-Class was succeeded by the Mercedes-Benz CLS-Class (C257) in 2018.[4]

Development and launch

The design of the W218 CLS is based on the F800 Style concept car unveiled by Mercedes-Benz at the 2009 Geneva Motor Show.[5] It is a four-door coupé featuring a new COMAND interface utilizing a touchpad, design cues inspired by the Mercedes SLS AMG, and sliding rear doors.[6] The production version W218 CLS was publicly unveiled at the 2010 Paris Motor Show and as with the previous generation,[7] is based on the E-Class platform, utilising the same rear multi-link suspension setup.[8]

Body styles

Sedan (C218)

Production started on January 2011, with 4MATIC model sales starting later in September.[9]

Shooting Brake (X218)

The CLS Shooting Brake was announced on June 2012, and is an estate version of the CLS sedan.[10] It is based on the Concept Shooting Brake unveiled at Auto China 2010.[11] Shooting Brake models went on sale from October 2012, and are available alongside sedan models in all-wheel drive and AMG variants.[12] It is currently not sold in the United States.[13]

Equipment

Standard equipment includes bi-xenon headlights, 18-inch alloy wheels, dual zone automatic climate control, power sunroof, and satellite navigation with a 10GB hard-drive.[14] Standard safety equipment consists of anti-lock brakes, electronic stability control, active head restraints, and 10 total front, side, and knee airbags.[15] CLS models also come with driver fatigue detection and lane departure warning system functions as standard.[16] Available options include Mercedes' AirMATIC air suspension, traffic sign recognition, and a reversing camera in conjunction with the COMAND APS system.[17][18]

Models

Petrol engines

Model Years Engine Power Torque 0-100 km/h
CLS350
BlueEFFICIENCY		 2011–2014 M276 DE35
3.5 L V6		 225 kW (302 hp)
@ 6,500 rpm		 370 N⋅m (273 lb⋅ft)
@ 3,500–5,250 rpm		 6.1 s
CLS400 2014–2017 M276 E30
3.0 L V6		 245 kW (329 hp)
@ 5,250–6,000 rpm		 480 N⋅m (354 lb⋅ft)
@ 1,200–4,000 rpm		 5.3 s
CLS500
BlueEFFICIENCY		 2011–2014 M278 DE46
4.7 L V8 twin-turbo		 300 kW (402 hp)
@ 5,000–5,750 rpm		 600 N⋅m (443 lb⋅ft)
@ 1,600–4,750 rpm		 5.2 s
2014–2017 4.8 s
CLS63 AMG 2011–2013 M157 DE55
5.5 L V8 twin-turbo		 386 kW (518 hp)
@ 5,250–5,750 rpm		 700 N⋅m (516 lb⋅ft)
@ 1,700–5,000 rpm		 4.4 s
2013–2017 410 kW (550 hp)
@ 5,250–5,750 rpm		 720 N⋅m (531 lb⋅ft)
@ 1,750–5,000 rpm		 4.2 s
CLS63 AMG
Performance Package		 2011–2013 410 kW (550 hp)
@ 5,750 rpm		 800 N⋅m (590 lb⋅ft)
@ 2,000–4,500 rpm		 4.3 s
CLS63 AMG S 2013–2017 430 kW (577 hp)
@ 5,500 rpm		 3.6 s

Diesel engines

Model Years Engine Power Torque 0-100 km/h
CLS220
BlueTEC		 2014–2017 OM651 DE22
2.1 L I4 turbo		 125 kW (168 hp)
@ 3,000–4,200 rpm		 400 N⋅m (295 lb⋅ft)
@ 1,400–2,800 rpm		 8.3 s
CLS250 CDI
BlueEFFICIENCY		 2011–2014 OM651 DE22
2.1 L I4 twin-turbo		 150 kW (201 hp)
@ 4,200 rpm		 500 N⋅m (369 lb⋅ft)
@ 1,600–1,800 rpm		 7.5 s
CLS250
BlueTEC		 2014–2017
CLS350 CDI
BlueEFFICIENCY		 2011–2014 OM642 DE30
3.0 L V6 turbo		 195 kW (261 hp)
@ 3,800 rpm		 620 N⋅m (457 lb⋅ft)
@ 1,600–2,400 rpm		 6.2 s
CLS350
BlueTEC		 2014–2017 OM642 LS DE30
3.0 L V6 turbo		 190 kW (255 hp)
@ 3,400 rpm		 620 N⋅m (457 lb⋅ft)
@ 1,600–2,400 rpm		 6.5 s

CLS63 AMG

CLS63 AMG sedan
CLS63 AMG sedan

The CLS63 AMG is a high performance variant of the CLS and went on sale on March 2011.[19] It features a 5.5 L twin-turbo V8 rated at 386 kW (518 hp) and 700 N⋅m (516 lb⋅ft).[20] Standard equipment includes an AMG SPEEDSHIFT MCT 7-speed transmission, a 24 mm (1 in) wider front track, larger 360 mm ventilated and perforated brake discs, an AMG sports exhaust system, and a three-spoke AMG Performance steering wheel with shift paddles.[21][22] The CLS63 AMG is available in both sedan and Shooting Brake variants, as well as in rear-wheel drive or all-wheel drive 4MATIC configurations.[23]

Edition 1 models were available exclusively in the first year of its market launch, and featured minor power increases of 29 kW (39 hp) and 100 N⋅m (74 lb⋅ft).[24] Other additions include Edition 1 insignia, matte exterior paintwork, designo leather, and a choice of three AMG exclusive interior trim.[25] An AMG Performance Package was also offered separately, and featured a carbon-fibre spoiler lip, red brake calipers,[26] and increased performance gains of 24 kW (32 hp) and 100 N⋅m (74 lb⋅ft), resulting in a 0-60 mph time of 4.1 s.[27]

From April 2013, the CLS63 AMG range was updated to now produce 410 kW (550 hp) and 720 N⋅m (531 lb⋅ft).[28] The Performance Package was also replaced by the new CLS63 AMG S model,[29] featuring further performance and efficiency enhancements, all-wheel drive 4MATIC as standard, and a rear locking differential.[30] It is also available as a Shooting Brake variant and launched in June 2013.[31]

Model year changes

Facelift W218 CLS sedan

2014 facelift

A facelift was introduced for the CLS model range in 2014.[32]

The major changes are:

  • A redesigned front fascia with a diamond-patterned radiator grille and new anti-dazzle MULTIBEAM LED headlights[33][34]
  • Interior changes including a new steering wheel design and a larger free standing 8-inch COMAND APS display[35]
  • New model naming scheme for diesel engines (CLS350 CDI BlueEFFICIENCY now called CLS350d)
  • Introduction of CLS400 and CLS220d models, and updated CLS350d engine[36]
  • Introduction of 9G-Tronic nine-speed automatic transmission on all models (excluding the CLS400)[37]

2016

  • CLS400 receives 9-speed automatic transmission

Sales figures

As with the previous generation, the CLS sedan and Shooting Brake models are produced in Sindelfingen, Germany.[38]

The following are the sales figures for the W218 CLS in Europe only:[39]

Year Total
2011 17,414
2012 12,797
2013 15,139
2014 10,289
2015 12,600
2016 7,803
2017 5,116
Total: 81,158

Awards

References

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  2. ↑ "2015 Mercedes CLS63 AMG Review @ Top Speed". Top Speed. Retrieved 2018-05-31.
  3. ↑ "Mercedes-Benz CLS Shooting Brake Review (2018) | Autocar". www.autocar.co.uk. Retrieved 2018-05-31.
  4. ↑ "2018 Mercedes-Benz CLS starts from £57,510 | Autocar". www.autocar.co.uk. Retrieved 2018-05-31.
  5. ↑ Geneva Preview: Mercedes-Benz F 800 Style a sneak peek at next CLS-Class
  6. ↑ "Mercedes F800 news - F800: Merc's future style - 2010". www.topgear.com. Retrieved 2018-05-29.
  7. ↑ "2012 Mercedes-Benz CLS". Road & Track. 2010-09-28. Retrieved 2018-05-31.
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  11. ↑ "China auto show: Mercedes-Benz Shooting Break concept previews new CLS". Autoweek. Retrieved 2018-05-31.
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  15. ↑ "2016 Mercedes-Benz CLS-Class Safety Features". Autoblog. Retrieved 2018-05-31.
  16. ↑ "Why Is My Car Telling Me To Get Coffee?". Autoblog. Retrieved 2018-05-31.
  17. ↑ "Mercedes-Benz CLS-Class 350 BlueTEC review | Car review | RAC Drive". www.rac.co.uk. Retrieved 2018-05-31.
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  19. ↑ AMG V8 biturbo engine consuming 9.9 litres per 100 km: CLS 63 AMG – the benchmark in design, performance and efficiency
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