History/Overview
The Mercedes-Benz CLS is the car that created the four-door coupe body style German automakers have come to love so much. The current third-gen CLS was introduced in 2019.
What’s New/Key Changes From Last Year
For 2022, the CLS gets a cosmetic update that consists of new front bumper and steering wheel designs.
Available Trims
Mercedes-Benz offers this car as the CLS 450 and the AMG CLS 53. Both are powered by a 3.0L mild hybrid turbocharged inline six-cylinder engine, a nine-speed automatic, and AWD.
Standard Features
CLS 450 comes fitted with heated/power-adjustable front seats, a heated steering wheel, dual-zone A/C, power-folding side mirrors, a power trunk closer, dual 12.3-inch driver info and infotainment displays, navigation, and wireless phone charging. Also included are LED headlights, Apple/Android phone connectivity, traffic sign assist, blind spot monitoring, rain-sensing wipers with heated washers, and 19-inch wheels.
AMG CLS 53 gains air suspension, and an AMG-tuned performance drivetrain.
Key Options
A premium package adds heated rear seats, passive keyless entry, 360-degree cameras, and heated front armrests. A comfort package brings ventilated multicontour front seats, and a cabin fragrance system.
An intelligent drive package gains forward collision mitigation, radar cruise control, active/evasive steering assist, active lane change/lane keeping assist, cross-traffic braking, and active stop-and-go.
Stand-alone options include a head-up display, three-zone A/C, a rear sunshade, and a hands-free trunk.
AMG cars can add a driver’s package with a Nappa-trimmed steering wheel, performance exhaust, and 20-inch wheels; a track pack further adds race and drift drive modes, and red brake calipers.
Fuel Economy
Mercedes-Benz’s fuel consumption estimates for the CLS are 11.1/8.2 L/100 km (city/highway) for the CLS 450, and 11.6/8.8 for the AMG CLS 53.
Competition
Consider the CLS-Class as an alternative to other sleek German four-doors like the Audi A7, Porsche Panamera, and BMW 8 Series Gran Coupe.
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