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CLS (C218) specs

Mercedes-Benz CLS (C218) Coupe

430 kW585 PS577 hp2011–2018

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Mercedes-Benz CLS (C218)
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Power
430 kW 585 PS · 577 hp
0–100 km/h
3.6 s
Boot volume
475 l
Top speed
250 km/h

The Mercedes-Benz CLS (C218) produces 430 kW (585 PS) and comes as a coupe.

No other version of the CLS (C218) matches its output among 7 versions - that is 244% more than the entry 125 kW diesel version. On paper, it sprints from 0 to 100 km/h in 3.6 s and tops out at 250 km/h.

Where the CLS (C218) 430 kW stands out

  • Most powerful version of the CLS (C218): 430 kW (585 PS)
  • Sports-car acceleration: 0–100 km/h in 3.6 s
  • Top speed of 250 km/h

Dimensions drawing

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    grid 500 mm1 ft Side view: dashed lines mark the axles

    Engine

    Power430 kW 585 PS · 577 hp

    Performance

    0–100 km/h3.6 s 0–62 mph
    Top speed250 km/h 155 mph

    Dimensions and weight

    Length4,940 mm 194.5 in
    Height1,416 mm 55.7 in
    Wheelbase2,874 mm 113.1 in
    Boot volume475 l 16.8 cu ft

    Production

    Body typeCoupe
    Years2011–2018
    GenerationCLS (C218) (2011–2018)

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