Overview
The 2017 Mercedes-Benz CLS-Class Sedan is a midsize sedan offered in 2 trims, starting off at a base MSRP of $67,550. For that price, it mainly competes with the Audi A6 3.0T, the BMW 5 Series 540i, and the more powerful Cadillac CTS-V-Sport. Between 2 trims, the 2017 Mercedes-Benz CLS-Class Sedan offers 2 powertrains. The base engine is a 3.0L V6 capable of making 329 horsepower and 354 lb-ft of torque. If more power is required, there is also a 402 horsepower-making 4.7L turbocharged V8 engine. Both engines are mated to a 9-speed automatic transmission. The CLS-Class Sedan reaches 60 mph from zero in 5.3 seconds on its base engine, which gets pumped up to 4.6 seconds with the 4.7L engine. Depending on the powertrain, the CLS-Class Sedan can manage a combined fuel economy between 21 and 24 mpg. While we're on the topic of choices, the 14 striking colors the CLS-Class Sedan comes in really pull you towards itself.
