Mercedes-Benz CLS C257 Sedan (2018-2021)
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Mercedes-Benz CLS C257 is an executive sedan in production from 2018 to 2021, whereupon it received a facelift. It was available with a range of inline-4 and inline-6 engines that displaced 1.9 to 3.0 liters.
Compared to the horrible C218, the C257 can be considered a temporary relief, even though it received downsized engine lineup. Indeed, mild hybrid has become the normal for the C257. Still, Mercedes made the vehicle less ugly.
Mercedes-Benz has made a good effort in aerodynamics, with a decent 0.26 coefficient of drag to show for it. Drivers who appreciate handling will be pleased to know that the Mercedes-Benz CLS C257 comes with multi-link suspensions at all four corners.
Ratings
What we found**
Neofiliac score 75% (not directly comparable across industries)
Pros
- Regained multi-link front suspension
- Good 0.26 drag coefficient
- Less ugly than the C218, though worse than the C219
Cons
- Lots of AWD nonsense
- Horrible complexity from mild hybrid
- Less practical than the E Class, but more expensive
What external reviewers found***
External score 74% (not directly comparable across industries)
Pros
- Excellent infotainment system
- Excellent handling
- Excellent infotainment
- Excellent interior materials
- Comfortable ride
- Comfortable interior
Cons
- Lack of standard air springing
- Lack of tech options
- Lack of theatre
- Lack of driver assistance tech
- Lacklustre low-speed ride
- Not as fast as the 400 d
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Specifications
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Cargo Capacity | 490 L / 17.3 cu-ft | 520 L / 18.4 cu-ft | 520 L / 18.4 cu-ft | 490 L / 17.3 cu-ft | 520 L / 18.4 cu-ft | |||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||
Coolant Capacity | 14.0 L / 14.8 qt | 13.0 L / 13.7 qt | 13.0 L / 13.7 qt | 9.0 L / 9.5 qt | 13.0 L / 13.7 qt | 13.0 L / 13.7 qt | 12.0 L / 12.7 qt | |||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||
Engine Oil Capacity | 8.5 L / 9.0 qt | 6.0 L / 6.3 qt | 6.0 L / 6.3 qt | 6.6 L / 7.0 qt | 8.0 L / 8.5 qt | 8.5 L / 9.0 qt | 8.5 L / 9.0 qt | |||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||
Fuel Capacity | 66.0 L / 17.4 gal | 50.0 L / 13.2 gal | 50.0 L / 13.2 gal | 80.0 L / 21.1 gal | 50.0 L / 13.2 gal | 50.0 L / 13.2 gal | 66.0 L / 17.4 gal | |||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||
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Payload | 570 kg / 1257 lbs | 695 kg / 1532 lbs | 695 kg / 1532 lbs | 645 kg / 1422 lbs | 685 kg / 1510 lbs | 685 kg / 1510 lbs | 720 kg / 1587 lbs | |||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||
Chassis | ||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||
Brakes | Front | Ventilated discs | |||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||
Brakes | Rear | Ventilated discs | |||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||
Offroad | Approach Angle | 12.8 deg | 13.4 deg | 13.4 deg | 11.9 deg | 13.4 deg | 13.4 deg | 13.4 deg | |||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||
Offroad | Breakover Angle | 11.6 deg | 8.6 deg | 8.6 deg | 8.5 deg | 8.6 deg | |||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||
Offroad | Departure Angle | 14.0 deg | 12.2 deg | 12.2 deg | 11.5 deg | 12.2 deg | 12.2 deg | 12.2 deg | |||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||
Power Steering | Electric Steering | |||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||
Suspension | Front | Multi-link | |||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||
Suspension | Rear | Multi-link | |||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||
Tire Size | Front wheel tires: 245/40 R19 Rear wheel tires: 275/35 R19 | Front wheel tires: 245/45 R18 Rear wheel tires: 275/40 R18 | Front wheel tires: 245/45 R18 Rear wheel tires: 275/40 R18 | 245/40 R19, 275/35 R19 | Front wheel tires: 245/45 R18 Rear wheel tires: 275/40 R18 | |||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||
Turning Circle | 12.3 m / 40.3 ft | 11.6 m / 38.0 ft | 11.6 m / 38.0 ft | 11.6 m / 38.0 ft | 11.6 m / 38.0 ft | 11.6 m / 38.0 ft | 11.6 m / 38.0 ft | |||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||
Construction | ||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||
Body Style | 4-door mild-hybrid Coupe | 4-door Coupe | 4-door Coupe | 4-door mild-hybrid Coupe | 4-door Coupe | 4-door Coupe | 4-door mild-hybrid Coupe | |||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||
Dimensions | ||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||
Ground Clearance | 120 mm / 4.7 in | 93 mm / 3.7 in | 93 mm / 3.7 in | 94 mm / 3.7 in | 93 mm / 3.7 in | 93 mm / 3.7 in | 93 mm / 3.7 in | |||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||
Size | Height | 1422 mm / 56.0 in | 1435 mm / 56.5 in | 1435 mm / 56.5 in | 1436 mm / 56.5 in | 1435 mm / 56.5 in | 1435 mm / 56.5 in | 1435 mm / 56.5 in | |||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||
Size | Length | 5001 mm / 196.9 in | 4988 mm / 196.4 in | 4988 mm / 196.4 in | 4996 mm / 196.7 in | 4988 mm / 196.4 in | 4988 mm / 196.4 in | 4988 mm / 196.4 in | |||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||
Size | Width | 1890 mm / 74.4 in | 2072 mm / 81.6 in (mirror unfolded) | 1890 mm / 74.4 in | 1890 mm / 74.4 in | 1896 mm / 74.6 in | 2069 mm / 81.5 in (mirror unfolded) | 1890 mm / 74.4 in | 1890 mm / 74.4 in | 1890 mm / 74.4 in | |||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||
Track Width | Front | 1647.0 mm / 64.8 in | 1618.0 mm / 63.7 in | 1618.0 mm / 63.7 in | 1619.0 mm / 63.7 in | 1618.0 mm / 63.7 in | 1618.0 mm / 63.7 in | 1618.0 mm / 63.7 in | |||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||
Track Width | Rear | 1637.0 mm / 64.4 in | 1634.0 mm / 64.3 in | 1634.0 mm / 64.3 in | 1634.0 mm / 64.3 in | 1634.0 mm / 64.3 in | 1634.0 mm / 64.3 in | 1634.0 mm / 64.3 in | |||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||
Weight | 1980.0 kg / 4365.2 lbs | 1715.0 kg / 3780.9 lbs | 1750.0 kg / 3858.1 lbs | 1775.0 kg / 3913.2 lbs | 1860.0 kg / 4100.6 lbs | 1860.0 kg / 4100.6 lbs | 1865.0 kg / 4111.6 lbs | |||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||
Wheel Size | Front wheel rims: 8.0J x 19 Rear wheel rims: 9.0J x 19 | Front wheel rims: 8J x 18 Rear wheel rims: 9J x 18 | Front wheel rims: 8J x 18 Rear wheel rims: 9J x 18 | 19 in | Front wheel rims: 8J x 18 Rear wheel rims: 9J x 18 | |||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||
Wheelbase | 2939 mm / 115.7 in | |||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||
Performance | ||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||
Acceleration | 0 - 100 km/h | 4.5 sec | 7.5 sec | 6.4 sec | 6.0 sec | 5.7 sec | 5.0 sec | 4.8 sec | |||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||
Acceleration | 0 - 60 mph | 4.3 sec | 7.1 sec | 6.1 sec | 5.7 sec | 5.4 sec | 4.8 sec | 4.6 sec | |||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||
CO2 Emission | 199 ~ 202 g/km | 124 ~ 133 g/km | 137 ~ 142 g/km | 162 g/km | 148 ~ 156 g/km | 148 ~ 156 g/km | 178 ~ 184 g/km | |||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||
Coefficient Of Drag | 0.26 | |||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||
Fuel Economy | 8.7 L/100km / 27.0 MPG (combined) | 11.4 L/100km / 20.6 MPG (urban) | 7.1 L/100km / 33.1 MPG (highway) | 4.7 L/100km / 50.0 MPG (combined) | 5.5 L/100km / 42.8 MPG (urban) | 4.2 L/100km / 56.0 MPG (highway) | 5.2 L/100km / 45.2 MPG (combined) | 6.5 L/100km / 36.2 MPG (urban) | 4.3 L/100km / 54.7 MPG (highway) | 7.9 L/100km / 29.8 MPG (combined) | 9.3 L/100km / 25.3 MPG (urban) | 5.6 L/100km / 42.0 MPG (highway) | 5.6 L/100km / 42.0 MPG (combined) | 6.5 L/100km / 36.2 MPG (urban) | 4.9 L/100km / 48.0 MPG (highway) | 5.6 L/100km / 42.0 MPG (combined) | 6.5 L/100km / 36.2 MPG (urban) | 4.9 L/100km / 48.0 MPG (highway) | 7.5 L/100km / 31.4 MPG (combined) | 9.8 L/100km / 24.0 MPG (urban) | 6.1 L/100km / 38.6 MPG (highway) | |||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||
Top Speed | 250.0 km/h / 155.3 mph | 237.0 km/h / 147.3 mph | 250.0 km/h / 155.3 mph | 249.0 km/h / 154.7 mph | 250.0 km/h / 155.3 mph | 250.0 km/h / 155.3 mph | 250.0 km/h / 155.3 mph | |||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||
Towing Capacity | 750 kg / 1653 lbs (w/o brakes) | 1900 kg / 4189 lbs (w/ brakes @ 12% gradient) | |||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||
Powertrain | ||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||
Drivetrain Layout | Front-engine (longitudinal), All-wheel drive | Front-engine (longitudinal), Rear-wheel drive | Front-engine (longitudinal), Rear-wheel drive | Front-engine (longitudinal), Rear-wheel drive | Front-engine (longitudinal), All-wheel drive | Front-engine (longitudinal), All-wheel drive | Front-engine (longitudinal), All-wheel drive | |||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||
Emission Standard | Euro 6d-TEMP | Euro 6d-TEMP-EVAP-ISC | Euro 6 | Euro 6 | Euro 6 | Euro 6 | Euro 6 | |||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||
Engine | M 256.930 | OM 654.920 | OM 654.920 | M 264.920 | OM 656.929 | OM 656.929 | M 256.930 | |||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||
Engine | Bore | 83.0 mm / 3.3 in | |||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||
Engine | Compression Ratio | 10.5:1 | 10.0:1 | 10.0:1 | 10.0:1 | 10.0:1 | 10.0:1 | 10.0:1 | |||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||
Engine | Displacement | 3.0 L / 183.0 cu-in / 2999.0 cc | 1.9 L / 119.0 cu-in / 1950.0 cc | 1.9 L / 119.0 cu-in / 1950.0 cc | 2.0 L / 121.5 cu-in / 1991.0 cc | 2.9 L / 178.5 cu-in / 2925.0 cc | 2.9 L / 178.5 cu-in / 2925.0 cc | 3.0 L / 183.0 cu-in / 2999.0 cc | |||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||
Engine | Power | 435.0 hp / 324.4 kW @ 6100 rpm + 22.0 hp / 16.4 kW (electric motor) | 194.0 hp / 144.7 kW | 245.0 hp / 182.7 kW @ 4200 rpm | 299.0 hp / 223.0 kW @ 5800-6100 rpm + 14.0 hp / 10.4 kW (electric motor) | 286.0 hp / 213.3 kW | 340.0 hp / 253.5 kW | 367.0 hp / 273.7 kW + 22.0 hp / 16.4 kW (electric motor) | |||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||
Engine | Specific Output | 145.0 hp/L / 2.4 hp/cu-in | 99.5 hp/L / 1.6 hp/cu-in | 125.6 hp/L / 2.1 hp/cu-in | 150.2 hp/L / 2.5 hp/cu-in | 97.8 hp/L / 1.6 hp/cu-in | 116.2 hp/L / 1.9 hp/cu-in | 122.4 hp/L / 2.0 hp/cu-in | |||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||
Engine | Stroke | 92.4 mm / 3.6 in | |||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||
Engine | Torque | 520 Nm / 383.5 lb-ft @ 1800-5800 rpm | 400 Nm / 295.0 lb-ft @ 1600-2800 rpm | 500 Nm / 368.8 lb-ft @ 1600-2400 rpm | 400 Nm / 295.0 lb-ft @ 3000-4000 rpm + 150 Nm / 110.6 lb-ft | 600 Nm / 442.5 lb-ft @ 1200-3200 rpm | 700 Nm / 516.3 lb-ft @ 1200-3200 rpm | 500 Nm / 368.8 lb-ft + 250 Nm / 184.4 lb-ft | |||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||
Engine | Type | Turbocharged direct-injected petrol inline-6 engine with 4 values per cylinder | Turbocharged commonrail diesel inline-4 engine with 4 values per cylinder | Turbocharged commonrail diesel inline-4 engine with 4 values per cylinder | Turbocharged direct-injected petrol inline-4 engine with 4 values per cylinder | Turbocharged commonrail diesel inline-6 engine with 4 values per cylinder | Turbocharged commonrail diesel inline-6 engine | Turbocharged direct-injected petrol inline-6 engine | |||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||
Transmission | Gears | 9-speed | 9 | 9 | 9 | 9 | 9 | 9 | |||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||
Transmission | Type | Automatic TCT AMG SPEEDSHIFT | Automatic 9G-TRONIC | Automatic 9G-TRONIC | Automatic 9G-TRONIC PLUS | Automatic 9G-TRONIC | Automatic 9G-TRONIC | Automatic 9G-TRONIC | |||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||
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Availability | 2018 ~ 2021 | 2019 ~ 2021 | 2018 ~ 2021 | 2018 ~ 2021 | 2018 ~ 2021 | 2018 ~ 2021 | 2018 ~ 2021 |
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autocar[1]
Reviewer score 73%One of the challenges of the 53 was to make it feel sufficiently different from a regular CLS to satisfy AMG boss Tobias Moers. Full-fat AMGs do have quite a distinct character: they’re loud, brash and way more capable these days than the hot rods they were a decade or so ago. The engine is sparky, but throttle response and linearity really are exceptional.
Find the original article here.
Pros
- Brash engine
- Excellent handling
- Excellent infotainment system
Cons
- Lack of standard air springing
autocar[2]
Reviewer score 59%The CLS is the entry-level car in the Mercedes-Benz range. It has a 2.9-litre six-cylinder diesel engine and 19in alloys. It's claimed to achieve 48.7mpg and emit 156g/km of CO2. It does without some more luxurious features, such as adaptive cruise control, but still gets adaptive dampers, a suite of cameras to make parking easier.
Find the original article here.
Pros
- Powerful engine
- Comfortable to drive
Cons
- Interior isn’t as comfortable as rivals
- No adaptive dampers
autocar[3]
Reviewer score 65%The CLS 450 mixes a potent in-line six-cylinder twin-turbocharged 3.0-litre petrol engine with Mercedes’ new ‘EQ boost’ technology, comprising a 48V integrated starter generator and a lithium ion battery. This is a very quick car indeed, with excellent traction off the line and from low speeds from the four-wheel drive system. While making for a quieter and more comfortable CLS, they can’t solve the harsh low-speed ride the CLS suffers from, particularly over road scars and potholes.
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Pros
- Powerful twin-turbo engine
- Comfortable to drive
Cons
- Lacklustre low-speed ride
- No automatic gearbox
autoexpress[4]
Reviewer score 77%The new Mercedes-Benz CLS moves the game on. With more efficient hybrid engines, a plethora of tech options and new, sleeker styling, the four-door coupe is more desirable than ever. It's super relaxing to drive and the sumptuous interior comes laden with kit. A new four-cylinder engine helps reduce that lofty price-tag.
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Pros
- Sleek interior
- More efficient than ever
Cons
- Lack of tech options
autoexpress[5]
Reviewer score 80%This entry-level 350 d is our pick of the new CLS range. It's plenty quick enough, supremely refined, and cheaper than the flashier 400 d. It'll waft its way to motorway speeds with ease, while the sumptuous cabin is comfortable. Unless the bigger badge is your be-all and end-all, this is the CLS we'd have.
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Pros
- Fantastic infotainment system
- Comfortable to drive
Cons
- Not as fast as the 400 d
carmagazine[6]
Reviewer score 65%With 516lb ft of torque, the top diesel CLS doesn't feel much slower than the AMG, and it's more refined, too. It's incredibly quiet at a cruise, aided by the CLS's laminated (yet frameless) window glass. The regular CLS is a particularly comfortable way to travel, absorbing large bumps into its soft suspension.
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Pros
- Comfortable to drive
- Lots of standard equipment
- Comfortable interior
Cons
- Lack of theatre
cnet[7]
Reviewer score 88%The 2019 Mercedes-AMG CLS53 starts at $79,900. The CLS53 has room for five passengers, but that sloping roofline does a number on rear headroom. All of the interior materials are of the sort of quality you'd expect from a $100,000 Mercedes-Benz.
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Pros
- Powerful engine
- Excellent interior materials
- Comfortable ride
Cons
- Lack of driver assistance tech
cnet[8]
Reviewer score 88%The CLS450's mild hybrid drivetrain is punchy and super smooth. The COMAND infotainment system isn't Benz's latest interface, but it's still quick and intuitive to operate. The optional air suspension is cushy in Comfort mode, easily gobbling up impacts from Midwest road ruts.
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Pros
- Sleek, premium interior
- Excellent infotainment
- Comfortable to drive
Cons
- No MBUX system
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- ^ Mercedes-Benz CLS 350d 4Matic AMG line 2018 UK review. [autocar]. https://www.autocar.co.uk/car-review/mercedes-benz/cls/first-drives/mercedes-benz-cls-350d-4matic-amg-line-2018-uk-review. 2018-07-11. Retrieved 2022-05-17.
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