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Updated on January 13, 2025

2023 Mercedes-Benz CLS 450

The 2023 Mercedes-Benz CLS 450 has a 3.0L turbocharged Inline-6/mild-hybrid setup that generates a total of 362 horsepower alongside 369 lb-ft of torque. The coupe-like sedan boasts a 0-60 mph acceleration timing of 4.5 seconds, whereas Car and Driver claims the figure to be 4.6 seconds.

2022 Mercedes-Benz CLS 450

Featuring the same 362-hp turbo I-6/mild-hybrid engine, the 2022 Mercedes-Benz CLS 450 takes 4.5 seconds to hit the 60 mph mark from a standstill. However, Car and Driver’s track test disclosed the timing to be 4.6 seconds.

Model Name

Published 0-60 mph

Real World User 0-60 mph

2023 Mercedes-Benz CLS 450

4.6 seconds (C&D)

4.5 seconds

2022 Mercedes-Benz CLS 450

4.6 seconds (C&D)

4.5 seconds

Mercedes-Benz CLS-Class

    Car
    Engine
    0-60 MPH
    Top Speed
    SourceCompare
    3.0L 6cyl 9A4.7 sec-
    3.0L 6cyl Turbo Inline 6 9AM4.4 sec-
    3.0L 6cyl Turbo 6-Cyl 9A4.7 sec-
    3.0L 6cyl Turbo Inline 6 9AM4.7 sec-
    3.0L 6cyl V6 9A4.7 sec-
    4.7L 8cyl Turbo V8 7A5.18 sec183 mph

    Trim Wise 0-60

    Trims
    Configuration
    0-60 MPH
    Top Speed
    Source

    CLS 450

    3.0L 6cyl AWD 9A5.46 sec130 mph

    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

      Other Mercedes-Benz Cars

        Car Name
        Engine
        0-60 MPH
        Top Speed
        SourceCompare
        4.0L 8cyl Turbo 9A3.3 sec-
        3.0L 6cyl gas/electric hybrid 9A3.9 sec-
        4.0L 8cyl gas/electric hybrid 9A3.91 sec-
        3.0L 6cyl 9A4.1 sec-
        2.0L 4cyl 8A4.1 sec-
        4.0L 8cyl Turbo 9A4.24 sec-

        At Carhp, We make sure to deliver the most precise and reliable 0-60 mph timings sourced from a carefully curated selection of reputable sources. Our commitment to accuracy ensures that the 0-60 mph figures listed on our site truly represent the real-world performance capabilities of the vehicles. It's important to note that our comprehensive database comprises data from various sources, and factors such as vehicle weight, tire grip, road conditions, and altitude may influence these figures.