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Generation 2, C218

Mercedes-Benz Cls-class Sedan

09.2010 - 10.2014 · United States

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Generation 2, C218

C218.373, C218.374, C218.392, C218.376, C218.391

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Mercedes-Benz Cls-class, Generation 2, C218, USA market. This overview covers 6 recorded trim entries associated with this generation (09.2010 - 10.2014). The same trim name may occur in several production periods.

Compare the engine, transmission and drive layout within a single trim. Ranges below combine the populated records of different versions; they do not replace the specifications of the selected car.

Overview based on recorded specifications: 6 trim entries. Specification source ↗

Seats
4
Engine codes
M 157 DE 55, M 278 DE 46
Engine displacement, cc
4663–5461
Drive layout
Rear-wheel drive, All-wheel drive (4WD)
Transmission
Automatic 7, Automated manual 7
Wheelbase, mm
2874
Ground clearance, mm
114–144
Fuel
Petrol AI-95

Equipment and practical details

Mercedes-Benz Cls-class · Generation 2, C218 · USA · 09.2010 - 10.2014. These features occur in different versions of this generation. They are not a shared specification for every car: check the selected trim for the equipment you need and how it operates.

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Power tailgate
Check a complete opening and closing cycle, the opening height and operation from the available controls.
Air suspension
Check the vehicle after it has been parked and test available adjustments. Confirm which axle has air springs.
Passenger climate zones
Check the rear controls and airflow to the row you need. Climate zones and air vents are different specifications.
Seat-position memory
Check that positions can be stored and recalled, particularly if several drivers will use the car.
Ventilated seats
Try the different settings and listen to the fans. Seat upholstery alone does not establish that this feature is fitted.
Blind-spot monitoring
Check the mirror indicators and system settings. Operating conditions depend on the specification and are described in the vehicle manual.

Specifications and technical details

6 versions

4.7 L, 402 hp, petrol, automatic transmission, rear-wheel drive

M 278 DE 46 · АКПП 7 · Rear-wheel drive

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CLS 550 AT 06.2011 - 10.2014

5.5 L, 518 hp, petrol, automated transmission, rear-wheel drive

M 157 DE 55 · 7-speed automated manual · Rear-wheel drive

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CLS 63 AMG MCT 06.2011 - 07.2013

5.5 L, 550 hp, petrol, automated transmission, rear-wheel drive

M 157 DE 55 · 7-speed automated manual · Rear-wheel drive

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CLS 63 AMG MCT Performance Package 06.2011 - 07.2013

5.5 L, 550 hp, petrol, automated transmission, all-wheel drive (4WD)

M 157 DE 55 · 7-speed automated manual · Rear-wheel drive

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CLS 63 AMG MCT 4MATIC 08.2013 - 10.2014

5.5 L, 577 hp, petrol, automated transmission, all-wheel drive (4WD)

M 157 DE 55 · 7-speed automated manual · Rear-wheel drive

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CLS 63 AMG S-Model MCT 4MATIC 08.2013 - 10.2014

4.7 L, 402 hp, petrol, automatic transmission, all-wheel drive (4WD)

M 278 DE 46 · АКПП 7 · All-wheel drive

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CLS 550 AT 4MATIC 06.2011 - 10.2014

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