Mercedes-Benz CLS C218
The definitive four-door coupé, blending E-Class substance with high-fashion style.
- Power
- 265 bhp
- 0–60 mph
- 5.9 s
- Top speed
- 155 mph
About the Mercedes-Benz CLS C218
The second-generation CLS (C218) evolved the 'four-door coupé' concept pioneered by its predecessor, adopting a more muscular design language inspired by the SLS AMG. Built on the W212 E-Class platform, it offered a significantly more refined interior and advanced safety tech, including the first all-LED active headlights on a production car. The 350 CDI variant was the range's sweet spot, pairing the effortless 620Nm torque of the OM642 V6 diesel with a smooth 7G-Tronic Plus transmission. While it lacks the raw aggression of the AMG models, its combination of long-distance comfort and striking aesthetics makes it a standout executive cruiser.
Mercedes-Benz CLS C218 specs
The Mercedes-Benz CLS C218 produces 265 bhp (198 kW) and 620 Nm (457 lb-ft) of torque. It reaches 60 mph in 5.9 seconds and has a top speed of 155 mph (250 km/h).
| Make | Mercedes-Benz |
|---|---|
| Model | CLS |
| Generation | C218 |
| Trim | CLS 350 CDI BlueEFFICIENCY |
| Years | 2011–2018 |
| Type | Luxury |
| Body style | Coupé |
| Country | Germany |
| Engine | 3.0-litre turbocharged V6 diesel |
|---|---|
| Displacement | 2,987 cc (3.0 litres) |
| Induction | Turbocharged |
| Power | 265 bhp (198 kW) at 3,800 rpm |
| Torque | 620 Nm (457 lb-ft) |
| Redline | 4,500 rpm |
| 0–60 mph | 5.9 s |
| Top speed | 155 mph (250 km/h) |
| Transmission | 7-speed automatic |
| Drivetrain | Rear-wheel drive |
| Weight | 1,815 kg (4,001 lb) |
| Power-to-weight | 146 bhp per tonne |
Typical figures for the standard car; options, markets and model years vary. Where our specs come from
Mercedes-Benz CLS C218 rarity in CarSpot
The Mercedes-Benz CLS C218 is a Common card in CarSpot, with a rarity score of 7 out of 100. Everyday cars you can spot on almost any street. A Common card is worth 10 XP.
Each model's tier starts from a 0–100 score based on its value plus its power or production numbers. Once enough players have spotted a model, how often it is spotted can move it up or down one tier. How CarSpot rarity works
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Mercedes-Benz CLS C218 fun facts
- The C218 CLS was the first production car in the world to offer all-LED active headlamps as an option, featuring 71 individual LEDs.
- Despite its sleek roofline, the C218 was actually longer, wider, and taller than the original C219 model it replaced.
- The interior design was a significant departure from the E-Class, featuring a wrap-around dashboard similar to the Bentley Continental GT.
