Mercedes-Benz CLS C257
The third-generation pioneer of the four-door coupé, blending E-Class tech with a sleek fastback silhouette.
- Power
- 299 bhp
- Top speed
- 155 mph
About the Mercedes-Benz CLS C257
The C257-generation Mercedes-Benz CLS refined the 'four-door coupé' concept it pioneered, moving to a cleaner 'Sensual Purity' design language with a shark-nose front and slim LED lights. Sharing its MRA platform with the W213 E-Class, this generation introduced a five-seat layout for the first time, addressing a long-standing practicality criticism. The CLS 350 variant features a 2.0-litre four-cylinder engine paired with a 48V mild-hybrid EQ Boost system, providing smoother stop-start transitions and an electric torque fill. Inside, it showcases the 'Widescreen Cockpit' with dual 12.3-inch displays and turbine-style air vents that change colour with the ambient lighting.
Mercedes-Benz CLS C257 specs
The Mercedes-Benz CLS C257 produces 299 bhp (223 kW) and 400 Nm (295 lb-ft) of torque. It has a top speed of 155 mph (250 km/h).
| Make | Mercedes-Benz |
|---|---|
| Model | CLS |
| Generation | C257 |
| Trim | CLS 350 AMG Line |
| Years | 2018–2023 |
| Type | Luxury |
| Body style | Coupé |
| Country | Germany |
| Engine | 2.0-litre turbocharged inline-4 with EQ Boost |
|---|---|
| Displacement | 1,991 cc (2.0 litres) |
| Induction | Turbocharged |
| Power | 299 bhp (223 kW) at 5,800 rpm |
| Torque | 400 Nm (295 lb-ft) |
| Redline | 6,500 rpm |
| Top speed | 155 mph (250 km/h) |
| Transmission | 9-speed automatic |
| Drivetrain | Rear-wheel drive |
| Weight | 1,775 kg (3,913 lb) |
| Power-to-weight | 168 bhp per tonne |
Typical figures for the standard car; options, markets and model years vary. Where our specs come from
Mercedes-Benz CLS C257 rarity in CarSpot
The Mercedes-Benz CLS C257 is an Uncommon card in CarSpot, with a rarity score of 30 out of 100. Hot hatches and premium sporty cars. An Uncommon card is worth 20 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
Rarity is a collectible game mechanic, not an assessment of real-world scarcity or value.
Mercedes-Benz CLS C257 fun facts
- The C257 CLS was the first Mercedes-Benz model to feature the brand's new 'Sensual Purity' design language, which significantly reduced sharp body creases.
- Despite its 'Coupé' marketing, this was the first CLS generation to be officially homologated as a five-seater.
- The air vents in the C257 CLS briefly glow red or blue when the climate control temperature is adjusted up or down.
