2023 Mercedes-Benz CLS-Class

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Rating8.2
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$76,500
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Nathan Dyer 

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Updated on September 26, 2023

ProsConsWhat's New

Better handling and ride quality

Limited Trunk Capacity

Metallic Paints are now available with a base variant

Powerful Hybrid Engine

Base Variant is more expensive than other E- Class Sedan

Some parts induced from the 2019 CLS generation

Impressive interior with leather seat upholstery

Not much space in the cabin area

19-inch wheels

Specs & Features

$76,500

price

362 hp @ 5500 rpm

horsepower

369 lb.-ft. @ 1600 rpm

torque

9-speed Automatic

transmission

3.0L 6cyl AWD 9A

engine

-

basic warranty

Overview

The 2023 Mercedes-Benz CLS Class Sedan makes for an excellent contender in the “ class. With a standalone trim on offer, the Mercedes-Benz CLS Class Sedan has a base MSRP of $76,500 competing directly with the 2023 Audi S6, the 2023 BMW 5 Series 530i, and the 2023 Maserati Ghibli GT. Only a 3.0L turbocharged inline-6 engine is offered, mated to a 9-speed automatic transmission. Together, they produce 362 horsepower and 369 lb-ft of torque. Accelerating from 0-60 in 4.6 seconds, the CLS Sedan maintains a combined fuel economy of 25 MPG. Mercedes-Benz offers the CLS Class Sedan in 16 stunning colors, with the Manufaktur Arabian Grey being a particular favorite of ours. 

Buying Advice

The 2023 Mercedes-Benz CLS Class Sedan looks sturdy and appealing. The luxury sports sedan stands out on the list for its top-notch performance and acceleration. The CLS Class offers some premium luxury features than any other sedan against its rival. Its 3.0L inline-6 cylinder turbocharger produces 362 horsepower which is quite impressive. We recommend you buy this vehicle only if you are looking for a performance-oriented sedan. You can choose a single trim standard as it comes with only one trim CLS 450 4Matic.

Trims

    CLS 450
    $76,500 onwards
    • Engine: 3.0L 6cyl AWD 9A
    • Horsepower: 362 hp @ 5500 rpm hp
    • Torque: 369 lb.-ft. @ 1600 rpm
    • 0-60 mph: 5.46 sec
    • Top Speed: 130 mph
    • Fuel Economy Combined: 25 mpg

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Price

$76,500

Engine

Gasoline

Rating

8.19

Horsepower

362 hp @ 5500 rpm

Torque

369 lb.-ft. @ 1600 rpm

Capacity

5

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$123,900

Gasoline

8.6

591 hp @ 6000 rpm

590 lb.-ft. @ 2050 rpm

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$107,900- $109,895

Gasoline

8.73

600 hp @ 6000 rpm

553 lb.-ft. @ 1800 rpm

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Gasoline

8.54

444 hp @ 5900 rpm

442 lb.-ft. @ 2700 rpm

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Gasoline

8.52

523 hp @ 5500 rpm

553 lb.-ft. @ 1800 rpm

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Gasoline

7.25

345 hp @ 5500 rpm

369 lb.-ft. @ 1750 rpm

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Gasoline

8.46

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405 lb.-ft. @ 2350 rpm

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Gasoline

6.52

429 hp @ 6100 rpm

384 lb.-ft. @ 1800 rpm

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2023 Mercedes-Benz CLS-Class vs competitor's 0-60

    Car Name
    0-60 MPH
    Quarter Mile
    Top Speed
    SourceCompare
    4.7 sec--
    2023 BMW M5

    Ranked #1

    2.8 sec10.9 sec163 mph
    3.5 sec11.9 sec174 mph
    3.7 sec--
    4.1 sec--
    2023 Audi S6

    Ranked #5

    4.4 sec12.7 sec155 mph

    2023 Mercedes-Benz CLS-Class vs competitor's MPG

      Car Name
      MPG City
      MPG Highway
      MPG Combined
      Fuel Tank Capacity
      Range (C/H)
      SourceCompare
      22 mpg30 mpg25 mpg21.1 gal.- -
      2023 Audi S6

      Ranked #2

      19 mpg26 mpg22 mpg19.3 gal.366.7/501.8 mi.
      19 mpg24 mpg21 mpg21.1 gal.400.9/506.4 mi.
      18 mpg27 mpg21 mpg17 gal.306/459 mi.
      17 mpg25 mpg20 mpg18 gal.-
      18 mpg25 mpg20 mpg21.1 gal.-

      2023 Mercedes-Benz CLS-Class vs competitor's dimensions

        Car Name
        Length
        Width
        Height
        Ground Clearance
        Wheelbase
        SourceCompare
        199.2 in.76.9 in.57.3 in.-116.2 in.

        2023 Mercedes-Benz AMG GT 63

        Ranked #1

        199.2 in.76.9 in.56.8 in.4.6 in.116.2 in.

        2023 Mercedes-Benz AMG GT 43

        Ranked #1

        199.2 in.76.9 in.57.3 in.-116.2 in.
        197.2 in.76.8 in.56.1 in.4.3 in.115.3 in. -
        2023 BMW M5

        Ranked #3

        196.4 in.74.9 in.58 in.5.2 in.117.4 in. -
        195.8 in.73.5 in.58.4 in.-117.1 in. -

        2023 Mercedes-Benz CLS-Class vs competitor's trunk space

          Car Name
          Trunk Capacity
          Passenger Volume
          Max Trunk Volume
          SourceCompare
          12.7 cu.ft.-12.7 cu.ft.
          14 cu.ft.98.8 cu.ft.-
          2023 Audi S6

          Ranked #2

          13.7 cu.ft.--
          2023 BMW M5

          Ranked #2

          14 cu.ft.98.8 cu.ft.-
          11.9 cu.ft.--
          24.6 cu.ft.-- -

          2023 Mercedes-Benz CLS-Class vs competitor's cargo space

            Car Name
            Cargo Volume
            Cargo Volume w/ Seat Area
            Max Cargo Volume
            SourceCompare
            -14 cu.ft.-
            2023 BMW M5

            Ranked #2

            -14 cu.ft.-
            2023 Audi S6

            Ranked #3

            -13.7 cu.ft.-
            -17.7 cu.ft.-
            -24.6 cu.ft.- -
            -11.9 cu.ft.-

            2023 Mercedes-Benz CLS-Class vs competitor's towing capacity

              Car Name
              Towing Capacity
              Payload Capacity
              Weight
              SourceCompare
              19980 lbs.-4553 lbs.
              1500 lbs.-3974 lbs.
              2023 Audi S6

              Ranked #2

              1500 lbs.1102 lbs.4486 lbs.
              -855 lbs.4275 lbs.
              2023 BMW M5

              Ranked #3

              -899 lbs.4345 lbs.
              --3990 lbs.

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