Engineering:Mercedes-Benz CLS-Class (C257)
| Mercedes-Benz CLS (C257) | |
|---|---|
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| Overview | |
| Manufacturer | Daimler AG |
| Production | March 2018 – present |
| Assembly | Germany: Sindelfingen Thailand: Samut Prakan (TAAP) |
| Designer | Gorden Wagener |
| Body and chassis | |
| Class | Executive car (E) |
| Body style | 4-door sedan |
| Layout | FR/4WD (4matic) |
| Platform | MRA |
| Related | Mercedes-Benz E-Class (W213) Mercedes-Benz S-Class W222 facelift Mercedes-AMG GT 4-Door Coupé Mercedes-Benz C217[1] |
| Powertrain | |
| Engine | |
| Transmission | 9-speed 9G-Tronic automatic |
| Hybrid drivetrain | Mild Hybrid (EQ Boost) |
| 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) |
| uk|uk|Kerb|Curb}} weight | 1,825–1,980 kg (4,020–4,370 lb) |
| Chronology | |
| Predecessor | Mercedes-Benz CLS-Class (C218) |
The C257 Mercedes-Benz CLS is the third and current generation of the CLS range of four-door sedan, and was launched in 2018 as the successor to the Mercedes-Benz CLS (C218).[2] It is only available as a sedan, with no plans to introduce a Shooting Brake variant in the near future.[3][4]
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 comes in rear-wheel drive and all-wheel drive (4MATIC) configurations.[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]
Rear view of a CLS 450 4Matic
Interior of a CLS 350d 4Matic
Mercedes-AMG CLS 53
Mercedes-AMG CLS 53
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 (China)[16] | 2020- | M264 E15 DEH LA 1.5 L I4 turbo + 48V Mild Hybrid |
147 kW (197 hp; 200 PS) | 280 N⋅m (207 lb⋅ft) | 8.7 s |
| CLS 350 | 2018–2020 | M264 DE20 LA 2.0 L I4 turbo + ISG Mild Hybrid EQ Boost |
220 kW (295 hp; 299 PS) at 5,800–6,100 rpm |
400 N⋅m (295 lb⋅ft) at 3,000–4,000 rpm |
6.0 s |
| CLS 450 4MATIC | 2018– | M256 E30 3.0 L I6 turbo + ISG Mild Hybrid EQ Boost |
270 kW (362 hp; 367 PS) at 5,500–6,100 rpm |
500 N⋅m (369 lb⋅ft) at 1,600–4,000 rpm |
4.8 s |
| AMG CLS 53 4MATIC+ | 320 kW (429 hp; 435 PS) at 6,100 rpm |
520 N⋅m (384 lb⋅ft) at 1,800–5,800 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 + ISG Mild Hybrid EQ Boost |
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 | 2018–2020 | 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 300d 4MATIC | 2021– | 195 kW (261 hp; 265 PS) at 4,200 rpm |
550 N⋅m (406 lb⋅ft) at 1,800–2,200 rpm | ||
| CLS 350d 4MATIC | 2018–2020 | OM656 D29 SCR 2.9 L I6 twin-turbo + ISG Mild Hybrid EQ Boost |
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 | ||
| 2020- | 243 kW (326 hp; 330 PS) at 3,600–4,200 rpm |
5.2 s |
References
- ↑ "Review of AMG GT 4-door coupe". https://carbuzz.com/news/will-the-new-mercedes-amg-gt-4-door-and-cls-compete-for-buyers1.
- ↑ "2019 Mercedes-Benz CLS at Top Speed" (in en-US). Top Speed. https://www.topspeed.com/cars/mercedes/2019-mercedes-benz-cls-ar176195.html.
- ↑ "Mercedes-Benz kills the Shooting Brake for 2018 Mk3 CLS" (in en). CAR Magazine. https://www.carmagazine.co.uk/spy-shots/mercedes-benz/mercedes-benz-kills-the-shooting-brake-for-2018-mk3-cls/.
- ↑ "2018 Mercedes CLS – price, specs and release date" (in en). What Car?. https://www.whatcar.com/news/mercedes-cls/.
- ↑ "The new Mercedes-Benz CLS: Third generation of the original | marsMediaSite" (in en-EN). http://media.daimler.com/marsMediaSite/en/instance/ko.xhtml?oid=30424477&ls=L3NlYXJjaHJlc3VsdC9zZWFyY2hyZXN1bHQueGh0bWw_c2VhcmNoU3RyaW5nPUNMUyZzZWFyY2hJZD0wJnNlYXJjaFR5cGU9ZGV0YWlsZWQmYm9yZGVycz10cnVlJnJlc3VsdEluZm9UeXBlSWQ9NDA2MjYmdmlld1R5cGU9bGlzdCZzb3J0RGVmaW5pdGlvbj1QVUJMSVNIRURfQVQtMiZ0aHVtYlNjYWxlSW5kZXg9MCZyb3dDb3VudHNJbmRleD01&rs=6.
- ↑ "Mercedes-AMG ups its EQ with 2019 CLS 53, E53 Coupe and Cabriolet at NAIAS". Autoweek. http://autoweek.com/article/detroit-auto-show/mercedes-amg-ups-its-eq-2019-cls53-e53-coupe-and-cabriolet-naias.
- ↑ Bartosiak, Dave. "Mercedes Give Details on the New Third-Gen CLS" (in en-US). The Drive. http://www.thedrive.com/new-cars/18959/mercedes-give-details-on-the-new-third-gen-cls.
- ↑ "Mercedes-Benz CLS Reviews | Mercedes-Benz CLS Price, Photos, and Specs | Car and Driver" (in en). Car and Driver. https://www.caranddriver.com/mercedes-benz/cls-class#2019articles.
- ↑ "Merc's new CLS 53 AMG is a sort-of hybrid" (in en). Top Gear. 2018-01-15. https://www.topgear.com/car-news/detroit-motor-show/mercs-new-cls-53-amg-sort-hybrid.
- ↑ "Hot Hybrids: Mercedes Launches Electrified AMG 53 Range" (in en). Motor1.com. https://www.motor1.com/news/227200/mercedes-amg-cls53-e53-debut-detroit/.
- ↑ "2019 Mercedes-Benz CLS First Look: Now a Five-Seater". 2017-11-29. http://www.motortrend.com/cars/mercedes-benz/cls-class/2019/2019-mercedes-benz-cls-first-look-review/.
- ↑ "The new Mercedes-Benz CLS: Third generation of the original | marsMediaSite" (in en-EN). http://media.daimler.com/marsMediaSite/en/instance/ko/The-new-Mercedes-Benz-CLS-Third-generation-of-the-original.xhtml?oid=30424477&ls=L3NlYXJjaHJlc3VsdC9zZWFyY2hyZXN1bHQueGh0bWw_c2VhcmNoU3RyaW5nPUNMUyZzZWFyY2hJZD0wJnNlYXJjaFR5cGU9ZGV0YWlsZWQmYm9yZGVycz10cnVlJnJlc3VsdEluZm9UeXBlSWQ9NDA2MjYmdmlld1R5cGU9bGlzdCZzb3J0RGVmaW5pdGlvbj1QVUJMSVNIRURfQVQtMiZ0aHVtYlNjYWxlSW5kZXg9MCZyb3dDb3VudHNJbmRleD01&rs=6.
- ↑ "The new generation Mercedes-Benz CLS: Cult design with futuristic lighting system | Auto Trader South Africa". https://www.autotrader.co.za/car-news/mercedes-benz/cls-class/7385b31a-fb7a-4b74-bb8a-9e4455f959ee-the-new-generation-mercedes-benz-cls:-cult-design-with-futuristic-lighting-system.
- ↑ "The new Mercedes-Benz CLS: Third generation of the original | marsMediaSite" (in en-EN). http://media.daimler.com/marsMediaSite/en/instance/ko/The-new-Mercedes-Benz-CLS-Third-generation-of-the-original.xhtml?oid=30424477&ls=L3NlYXJjaHJlc3VsdC9zZWFyY2hyZXN1bHQueGh0bWw_c2VhcmNoU3RyaW5nPUNMUyZzZWFyY2hJZD0wJnNlYXJjaFR5cGU9ZGV0YWlsZWQmYm9yZGVycz10cnVlJnJlc3VsdEluZm9UeXBlSWQ9NDA2MjYmdmlld1R5cGU9bGlzdCZzb3J0RGVmaW5pdGlvbj1QVUJMSVNIRURfQVQtMiZ0aHVtYlNjYWxlSW5kZXg9MCZyb3dDb3VudHNJbmRleD01&rs=6.
- ↑ "The new Mercedes-Benz CLS: The original perfected | marsMediaSite" (in en-EN). http://media.daimler.com/marsMediaSite/en/instance/ko/The-new-Mercedes-Benz-CLS-The-original-perfected.xhtml?oid=32292837&ls=L3NlYXJjaHJlc3VsdC9zZWFyY2hyZXN1bHQueGh0bWw_c2VhcmNoU3RyaW5nPUNMUyZzZWFyY2hJZD0wJnNlYXJjaFR5cGU9ZGV0YWlsZWQmYm9yZGVycz10cnVlJnJlc3VsdEluZm9UeXBlSWQ9NDA2MjYmdmlld1R5cGU9bGlzdCZzb3J0RGVmaW5pdGlvbj1QVUJMSVNIRURfQVQtMiZ0aHVtYlNjYWxlSW5kZXg9MCZyb3dDb3VudHNJbmRleD01&rs=4.
- ↑ "A Mercedes CLS with a 1.5 liter engine? Meet the CLS 260". 8 May 2020. https://mercedesblog.com/a-mercedes-cls-with-1-5-liter-engine-meet-the-cls-260/.
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