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The C218 Mercedes-Benz CLS is the second generation of the Mercedes-Benz CLS-Class range of four-door saloons. The model shares the chassis and most of the technology with the W212 Mercedes E-class (2010) and was produced from 2011 to 2018.[1] The body styles of the range are:

Unlike its predecessor, the C218/X218 CLS can be optioned with all-wheel drive 4MATIC on all models including CLS 63 AMG variants.[2] Mercedes also introduced a new five-door estate version to the CLS lineup, called the CLS Shooting Brake.[3]

The C218 CLS-Class was succeeded by the Mercedes-Benz CLS-Class (C257) in 2018.[4]

Development and launch[edit]

The design of the C218 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 C218 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[edit]

2014 CLS 250 CDI Avantgarde 10 Edition saloon (C 218; pre-facelift)
2013 CLS 250 CDI BlueEFFICIENCY estate (X 218; pre-facelift)
Interior (AMG)

Sedan (C218)[edit]

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

Shooting Brake (X218)[edit]

The CLS Shooting Brake was announced in 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] It is the most expensive serial production station wagon in the world since year 1992.

Equipment[edit]

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[edit]

Specifications include:

Petrol engines[edit]

Model Years Engine Power Torque 0–100 km/h (0–62 mph)
CLS 300[a] 02/2012–2018 M276 DE35
3.5 L V6 		185 kilowatts (252 PS; 248 hp)
at 6,500 rpm 		340 newton metres (251 lb⋅ft)
at 3,500–4,500 rpm 		7.0 s
CLS 350
BlueEFFICIENCY 		01/2011–08/2014 225 kilowatts (306 PS; 302 hp)
at 6,500 rpm 		370 newton metres (273 lb⋅ft)
at 3,500–5,250 rpm 		6.1 s
CLS 400 2014–2017 M276 DE35 AL
3.5 L V6 twin-turbo 		245 kilowatts (333 PS; 329 hp)
at 5,250–6,000 rpm 		480 newton metres (354 lb⋅ft)
at 1,200–4,000 rpm 		5.3 s
CLS 500
BlueEFFICIENCY 		2011–2014 M278 DE46
4.7 L V8 twin-turbo 		300 kilowatts (408 PS; 402 hp)
at 5,000–5,750 rpm 		600 newton metres (443 lb⋅ft)
at 1,600–4,750 rpm 		5.2 s
CLS 500 2014–2017 4.8 s
CLS 63 AMG (after 2013 also available with AWD) 2011–2013 M157 DE55
5.5 L V8 twin-turbo 		386 kilowatts (525 PS; 518 hp)
at 5,250–5,750 rpm 		700 newton metres (516 lb⋅ft)
at 1,700–5,000 rpm 		4.4 s
2013–2018 410 kilowatts (557 PS; 550 hp)
at 5,250–5,750 rpm 		720 newton metres (531 lb⋅ft)
at 1,750–5,000 rpm 		4.2 s
CLS 63 AMG
Performance Package 		2011–2013 410 kilowatts (557 PS; 550 hp)
at 5,750 rpm 		800 newton metres (590 lb⋅ft)
at 2,000–4,500 rpm 		4.3 s
CLS 63 AMG S

4MATIC

2013–2018 430 kilowatts (585 PS; 577 hp)
at 5,500 rpm 		3.6 s
  1. ↑ Chinese market only

Diesel engines[edit]

Model Years Engine Power Torque 0–100 km/h (0–62 mph)
CLS 220 BlueTEC* 2014–2017 OM651 DE22
2.1 L turbo I4 		125 kilowatts (170 PS; 168 hp)
at 3,000–4,200 rpm 		400 newton metres (295 lb⋅ft)
at 1,400–2,800 rpm 		8.3 s
CLS 250 CDI
BlueEFFICIENCY 		2011–2014 OM651 DE22
2.1 L twin-turbo I4 		150 kilowatts (204 PS; 201 hp)
at 4,200 rpm 		500 newton metres (369 lb⋅ft)
at 1,600–1,800 rpm 		7.5 s
CLS 250 BlueTEC* 2014–2017
CLS 350 CDI

BlueEFFICIENCY

2011–2014 OM642 DE30
3.0 L turbo V6 		195 kilowatts (265 PS; 261 hp)
at 3,800 rpm 		620 newton metres (457 lb⋅ft)
at 1,600–2,400 rpm 		6.2 s
CLS 350 BlueTEC* 2014–2017 OM642 LS DE30
3.0 L turbo V6 		190 kilowatts (258 PS; 255 hp)
at 3,400 rpm 		6.5 s

*The designation "d" replaces "BlueTEC" for the 2015 model year

CLS 63 AMG[edit]

2012 CLS 63 4MATIC
2014 CLS 63
CLS 63 AMG (facelift)
CLS 63 AMG (facelift)

The CLS 63 AMG is a high performance variant of the CLS and went on sale in March 2011.[19] It features a 5.5 L bi-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 CLS 63 AMG is available in both sedan and Shooting Brake variants, as well as in rear-wheel drive or 4MATIC all-wheel drive 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-fiber 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 (97 km/h) time of 4.1 s.[27]

From April 2013, the CLS 63 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 CLS 63 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[edit]

Facelift C218 CLS sedan

2014 facelift[edit]

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 (for AMG package models) and new anti-dazzle MULTIBEAM LED headlights[33][34]
  • Tail lights in slightly darker shade of red
  • 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 (CLS 350 BlueTEC now called CLS 350d)
  • Introduction of CLS 400 and CLS 220d models, and updated CLS 350d engine[36]
  • Introduction of 9G-TRONIC nine-speed automatic transmission on all models (excluding the CLS 400)[37]

2016[edit]

  • CLS 400 receives 9-speed automatic transmission

CLS 500 receives iron lined cylinder bores instead of plasma honed aluminium.

Sales figures[edit]

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 C218 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[edit]

References[edit]

  1. ↑ "Depreciation Appreciation: 2011-2017 Mercedes-Benz CLS 63 AMG (W218)". autoTRADER.ca.
  2. ↑ "2015 Mercedes CLS63 AMG Review @ Top Speed". Top Speed.[dead link]
  3. ↑ Mercedes-Benz CLS Shooting Brake Review (2018) | Autocar (in en). www.autocar.co.uk. Archived from the original on 3 October 2020. Retrieved on 31 May 2018.
  4. ↑ 2018 Mercedes-Benz CLS starts from £57,510 | Autocar (in en). www.autocar.co.uk. Archived from the original on 3 October 2020. Retrieved on 31 May 2018.
  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 (in en). www.topgear.com. Archived from the original on 3 October 2020. Retrieved on 29 May 2018.
  7. ↑ (28 September 2010). "2012 Mercedes-Benz CLS". Road & Track.
  8. ↑ "Mercedes CLS Shooting Brake (2015) long-term test review". CAR Magazine.
  9. ↑ "2012 - 2014 Mercedes-Benz CLS Review @ Top Speed". Top Speed.
  10. ↑ Kew, Ollie (29 June 2012). Mercedes CLS Shooting Brake (2012) first pictures. Car Magazine. Retrieved on 6 July 2012.
  11. ↑ "China auto show: Mercedes-Benz Shooting Break concept previews new CLS". Autoweek.
  12. ↑ "2013 Mercedes CLS 63 AMG Shooting Brake Review @ Top Speed". Top Speed.[dead link]
  13. ↑ 2013 Mercedes-Benz CLS Shooting Brake is bringing sexy-functional back
  14. ↑ Mercedes-Benz CLS Shooting Brake (2012 - 2018) Features, Equipment and Accessories | Parkers (in en). www.parkers.co.uk. Archived from the original on 3 October 2020. Retrieved on 31 May 2018.
  15. ↑ 2016 Mercedes-Benz CLS-Class Safety Features (in en). Autoblog. Archived from the original on 3 October 2020. Retrieved on 31 May 2018.
  16. ↑ "Why Is My Car Telling Me To Get Coffee?". Autoblog.
  17. ↑ Mercedes-Benz CLS-Class 350 BlueTEC review | Car review | RAC Drive (in en). www.rac.co.uk. Archived from the original on 3 October 2020. Retrieved on 31 May 2018.
  18. ↑ Mercedes CLS review: features, gadgets and practicality | Parkers (in en). www.parkers.co.uk. Retrieved on 31 May 2018.
  19. ↑ AMG V8 biturbo engine consuming 9.9 litres per 100 km: CLS 63 AMG – the benchmark in design, performance and efficiency
  20. ↑ "Mercedes CLS 63 AMG (2011-2017) Review". Auto Express.
  21. ↑ (5 June 2013). "Effortlessly fast AMG saddled with slow tech". Roadshow.
  22. ↑ Adams, Lawrence (22 April 2013). "First Drive: Mercedes-Benz CLS 63 AMG - GTspirit". GTspirit.
  23. ↑ "2014 Mercedes-Benz CLS63 AMG S-Model 4Matic review notes". Autoweek.
  24. ↑ (9 July 2012). "Merc reveals CLS63 AMG Shooting Brake". Top Gear.
  25. ↑ "2013 Mercedes CLS 63 AMG Shooting Brake Review @ Top Speed". Top Speed.[dead link]
  26. ↑ English, Andrew (6 June 2011). "Mercedes-Benz CLS 63 AMG review". The Daily Telegraph : Britain's Best-Selling Quality Daily. ISSN 0307-1235.
  27. ↑ "2012 Mercedes-Benz CLS63 AMG". Car and Driver.
  28. ↑ "Mercedes CLS63 AMG gets more power for 2013". CAR Magazine.
  29. ↑ "2014 Mercedes CLS 63 AMG 4MATIC Review @ Top Speed". Top Speed.
  30. ↑ "Mercedes CLS63 AMG S review, price and specs". Evo.
  31. ↑ Mercedes-Benz CLS 63 AMG: performance, dynamism and efficiency - The new benchmark: CLS 63 AMG as S-Model and with 4MATIC | marsMediaSite (in en-EN). marsMediaSite. Retrieved on 31 May 2018.
  32. ↑ Facelifted Mercedes-Benz CLS and CLS Shooting Brake revealed | Autocar (in en). www.autocar.co.uk. Archived from the original on 3 October 2020. Retrieved on 31 May 2018.
  33. ↑ "Mercedes CLS facelift (2014) first official pics". CAR Magazine.
  34. ↑ Huntingford, Steve (9 December 2015). "Mercedes CLS review". The Telegraph. ISSN 0307-1235.
  35. ↑ 2015 Mercedes-Benz CLS-Class Model Overview. MotorTrend. Archived from the original on 3 October 2020. Retrieved on 31 May 2018.
  36. ↑ Mercedes CLS gets a mid-life facelift (in en). newatlas.com (26 June 2014). Retrieved on 31 May 2018.
  37. ↑ "Mercedes CLS facelift (2014) first official pics". CAR Magazine.
  38. ↑ Mercedes-Benz confirms production of CLS Shooting Brake
  39. ↑ "Mercedes-Benz CLS European sales figures". carsalesbase.com.
  40. ↑ Davis, Jim. "Mercedes-Benz CLS-Class Wins Golden Steering Wheel Award | eMercedesBenz". Error: journal= not stated.
  41. ↑ Mercedes CLS and SLS AMG voted best cars of the year: Three awards in Auto Trophy 2010 | marsMediaSite (in en-EN). marsMediaSite. Retrieved on 31 May 2018.
  42. ↑ Awards. www.la.mercedes-benz.com. Retrieved on 31 May 2018.
  43. ↑ (10 August 2011). "Mercedes-Benz Designs Win Big at The Automotive Brand Contest 2011 » AutoGuide.com News". AutoGuide.com News.
  44. ↑ Triple victory in the 2013 Design Trophy: Mercedes-Benz builds the most beautiful cars | marsMediaSite (in en-EN). marsMediaSite. Archived from the original on 3 October 2020. Retrieved on 31 May 2018.
  45. ↑ 2016 Luxury Car of the Year: Mercedes-Benz CLS-Class (13 January 2016). Retrieved on 31 May 2018.

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