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Overview
The 2009 Mercedes-Benz CLS-Class Base is a rear-wheel drive, 4-door Sedan that was released to the Australian market on 4th January 1970. The Mercedes-Benz CLS-Class is regarded as a large Car built in Germany with prices starting at $193,500 before on-road costs.
This Mercedes-Benz CLS-Class is powered by a 5.5L 8-cylinder engine that has 285 kW of power (at 6000 rpm) and 530 Nm of torque (at 2800 rpm) via a Seven-speed Automatic transmission. Mercedes-Benz claims the CLS Base uses 12.8L/100km of Premium Unleaded in the combined city and highway cycle while putting out 305g of CO2. It has a 80L fuel tank, meaning it should be able to travel 625km per full tank
The Mercedes-Benz CLS-Class measures 1390mm (54.7 inches) in height, 4910mm (193.3 inches) in length, 1873mm (73.7 inches) in width with a 2854mm (112.4 inches) wheelbase that brings about a total of 1810kg (3990.4 lbs) of unladen weight. The CLS Base comes standard with 245/35 R18 front tyres and 275/35 R18 rear tyres. It has a 36 month, unlimited km warranty.
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Power to Weight
115.27 - 198.43 kW/t
75.88 kW/t
212.54 kW/t
Boot Space
495 - 505 litres
495 litres
690 litres
Fuel Efficiency
11 - 14.5 L/100km
5.6 L/100km
14.8 L/100km
Vehicle Range
552 - 727 km
473 km
1,067 km
Warranty (Years)
3 years
3 years
Warranty (Distance)
Unlimited
100,000 km
Unlimited
Dimensions
4,910 mm
1,873 mm
1,390 mm
| Specification | Measurement |
|---|---|
| Overall Length | 4,910 mm |
| Overall Width | 1,873 mm |
| Overall Height | 1,390 mm |
| Wheelbase | 2,854 mm |
| Turning Circle | 11,200 mm |
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Explore Mercedes-Benz CLS-Class Features & Specs
Bluetooth
Type: Bluetooth
Cruise Control
Speed Limiter: yes
Steering Wheel Mounted Controls: yes
Entertainment Display Screen
Location: Front
Front TV: yes
Memorised Adjustment
Door Mirror Position: yes
Number of Memorised Driver Seat Positions: 4
Number of Memorised Passenger Seat Positions: 4
Parking Distance System
Location: Front
Front Type: Sensor
Location: Rear
Rear Type: Sensor
Power Outlet 12V
Location (12V): Front
Smart Card/Smart Key
Includes Keyless Entry: yes
Includes Keyless Start: yes
Includes Memory Seat Adjustments: yes
Includes Memory Steering Wheel Position: yes
Includes Radio Settings: yes
Type: Automatic
Vanity Mirror
Driver Mirror Illuminated: yes
Driver Mirror Location: Driver
Passenger Mirror Illuminated: yes
Location: Passenger
Voice Activating System
Includes Audio Player: yes
Includes Navigation System: yes
Includes Phone: yes
Emission Control Level
Australia Air Pollution Rating: 6.5
Australia Greenhouse Rating: 3.5
Australia Overall Emission Control Level Rating: 3.0
CO2 Level (Combined): 305
Standard Met: EU4
Engine
Bore Engine: 98.0
Engine (cc): 5461
Engine Configuration: V
Engine (L): 5.5
Number of Cylinders: 8
Number of Valves per Cylinder: 4
Stroke Engine: 90.5
Valve Gear Type: Double Overhead Cam
Variable Valve Timing Camshaft: yes
Fuel
Generic Primary Fuel Type: Petrol
Minimum Fuel Octane Number: 95
Minimum Fuel Type: Premium Unleaded
Fuel Type: Premium Unleaded
Octane Number: 95
Fuel System
Injection Carburetion: Multi-Point Injection
Fuel Tanks
Main Capacity Gal: 21.1
Main Capacity (L): 80
Main Capacity Uk Gallons: 17.6
Main Fuel Type: Premium Unleaded
Main Type: Total
Computer
Average Fuel Consumption: yes
Average Speed: yes
Range for Remaining Fuel: yes
Fuel Consumption
ADR 81/02 Calculated Vehicle Range (km): 625
ADR 81/02 Calculated Vehicle Range (miles): 388
ADR 81/02 Combined (km/L): 7.8
ADR 81/02 Combined (L/100km): 12.8
ADR 81/02 Combined (miles per UK gallon): 22
ADR 81/02 Combined (mpg): 18
ADR 81/02 Country Highway (km/L): 10.8
ADR 81/02 Country Highway (L/100km): 9.3
ADR 81/02 Country Highway (miles per UK gallon): 30
ADR 81/02 Country Highway (mpg): 25
ADR 81/02 Standard: Adr 81/02
ADR 81/02 Urban (km/L): 5.3
ADR 81/02 Urban (L/100km): 18.9
ADR 81/02 Urban (miles per UK gallon): 15
ADR 81/02 Urban (mpg): 12
Fuel Economy
ADR 81/02 (L/100km): 12.8
Performance
Acceleration 0 To 100 km/h: 5.4
Maximum Speed (km/h): 250
Maximum Speed (mph): 155
Power
Maximum Power (hp/PS): 388
Maximum Power (kW): 285
Maximum Torque (Nm): 530
Measurement Standard: EEC
Rpm For Maximum Power Low: 6000
Rpm For Maximum Torque Low: 2800
Drive
Driven Wheels: Rear
Electronic Traction Control
Controlled By: Abs & Engine Management
Transmission
Description: Automatic With Manual Mode
Manual Mode: yes
Number of Speeds: 7
Shift Lever Location: Steering Wheel
Type: Automatic
Disc Brakes
Number of Disc Brakes: 4
Number of Ventilated Disc Brakes: 4
Power Steering
Vehicle Speed Proportional: yes
Steering Wheel
Electric Adjustment: yes
Height Adjustment: yes
Telescopic Adjustment: yes
Type: Leather Covered
Suspension
Location: Front
Front Spring Type: air
Front Stabilizer Bar: yes
Front Type: Wishbone
Front Wheel Dependence: Independent
Location: Rear
Rear Spring Type: air
Rear Stabilizer Bar: yes
Rear Type: Multi-Link
Rear Wheel Dependence: Independent
Suspension Levelling
Location: Front
Front Operation: Automatic
Location: Rear
Rear Operation: Automatic
Tires
Location: Front
Front Wheels Tire Profile: 40
Front Wheels Tire Speed Rating: Z
Front Wheels Tire Type: Conventional/Summer
Front Wheels Tire Width: 245
Rear Wheels Tire Location: Rear
Rear Wheels Tire Profile: 35
Rear Wheels Tire Speed Rating: Z
Rear Wheels Tire Type: Conventional/Summer
Rear Wheels Tire Width: 275
Wheels
Location: Front
Front Wheels Rim Diameter (In): 18
Front Wheels Rim Type: Alloy
Front Wheels Rim Width (In): 8.5
Location: Rear
Rear Rim Diameter (In): 18
Rear Rim Type: Alloy
Rear Wheels Rim Width (In): 9.5
Body Style
Body Type: Sedan
Local Body Type: Sedan
Spoiler
Front Spoiler Colour: Body Colour
Location: Front
Front Spoiler Type: lip
Underbody Protection
Location: Engine
Bumpers
Front Bumper Colour: Painted
Location: Front
Rear Bumper Colour: Painted
Location: Rear
Cargo Capacity
Rear Seat Up to Lower Window (cu ft): 17.5
Rear Seat Up to Lower Window (L): 495
External Dimensions
Kerb to Kerb Turning Circle (mm): 11200
Front Track (in): 62.7
Front Track (mm): 1593
Kerb To Kerb Turning Circle (ft): 36.7
Overall Height (in): 54.7
Overall Height (mm): 1390
Overall Length (in): 193.3
Overall Length (mm): 4910
Overall Width (in): 73.7
Overall Width (mm): 1873
Rear Track (in): 63.1
Rear Track (mm): 1603
Wheelbase (in): 112.4
Wheelbase (mm): 2854
Internal Dimensions
Front Headroom (in): 38.4
Front Headroom (mm): 975
Rear Headroom (in): 36.4
Rear Headroom (mm): 924
Front Hip Room (in): 58.0
Front Hip Room (mm): 1472
Rear Hip Room (in): 57.6
Rear Hip Room (mm): 1464
Front Shoulder Room (in): 56.3
Front Shoulder Room (mm): 1429
Rear Shoulder Room (in): 56.0
Rear Shoulder Room (mm): 1422
Doors
Location: Driver
Driver Door Type: Front Hinged
Location: Passenger
Passenger Door Type: Front Hinged
Location: Rear Driver
Rear Driver Door Type: Front Hinged
Location: Rear Passenger
Rear Passenger Door Type: Front Hinged
Headlight Control
Directional Headlights: yes
Dusk Sensor: yes
Internal Height Adjustment: yes
Headlights
Low Beam Bulb Type: Bi-Xenon
Paint
External Colour: Black
Type: Metallic
Sunroof
Front Sunroof Location: Front
Front Sunroof Operation: Electric
Front Sunroof Type: Glass
Blind
Location: Rear
Rear Blind Type: Electric
Door Mirrors/Cameras
Driver Door Mirrors/Cameras Colour: Painted
Mirrors/Cameras Location: Driver
Driver Door Mirrors/Cameras Type: Electrically Adjustable
Passenger Door Mirrors/Cameras Colour: Painted
Mirrors/Cameras Location: Passenger
Passenger Door Mirrors/Cameras Type: Electrically Adjustable
Electrically Foldable Mirrors
Operation: Electric
Heat Reflective Glass
Location: ?
Power Windows
Front Electric Windows: Front
Rear Electric Windows: Rear
Rear View Mirror Camera
Auto Dimming: yes
Windshield Wipers
Intermittent Wipe Windshield Wipers: Automatic
Rain Sensor Windshield Wipers: yes
Weights
Gross Trailer Weight Braked (kg): 0
Gross Trailer Weight Braked (lb): 0
Gross Trailer Weight Unbraked (kg): 0
Gross Trailer Weight Unbraked (lb): 0
Published Kerb Weight (kg): 1810
Published Kerb Weight (lb): 3990
Audio System
CD Player Reads MP3: yes
Digital Media Card: yes
Disc Autochanger: yes
Autochanger Disc Capacity: 6
Radio Type: Am/Fm
Disc Player
Dashboard Capacity: 6
Location: Dashboard
Dashboard Media Type: DVD
External Connections
Aux Jack (Front): yes
iPod Connection (Front): yes
USB (Front): yes
Remote Audio Controls
Type: Steering Wheel Mounted
Speakers
Number of Speakers: 12
Luxury Trim
Centre Floor Console: Wood Or Woodlook
Doors: Leather
Gear Selector: Leather
Instrument Panel: Wood Or Woodlook
Front Airbag
Location: Driver
Location: Passenger
Front Seat Belts
Driver Height Adjustable: yes
Driver Operation: Reel
Driver Pre Tensioners: yes
Driver Seat Position: Driver
Driver Type: 3-Point
Passenger Height Adjustable: yes
Passenger Operation: Reel
Passenger Pre Tensioners: yes
Passenger Seat Position: Passenger
Passenger Type: 3-Point
Head Restraints
Front Seats Active: yes
Front Seats Electric Adjustable: yes
Front Seats Location: Front Seats
Rear Seats Location: Rear Seats
Rear Seats Number: 2
Rear Seat Belts
Driver Operation: Reel
Driver Seat Position: Driver
Driver Type: 3-Point
Passenger Operation: Reel
Passenger Seat Position: Passenger
Passenger Type: 3-Point
Side Airbag
Location: Front
Location: Rear
Side Curtain Airbag
Location: Front And Rear
Front Seat
Driver Front Seat Active Massage: yes
Driver Front Seat Power Adjustable: yes
Driver Front Seat Heated: yes
Driver Front Seat Height Adjustment: yes
Location: Driver
Driver Front Seat Lumbar Adjustment: yes
Driver Front Seat Number of Electrical Adjustments: 5
Driver Front Seat Type: Bucket
Passenger Front Seat Active Massage: yes
Passenger Front Seat Power Adjustable: yes
Passenger Front Seat Heated: yes
Passenger Front Seat Height Adjustment: yes
Location: Passenger
Passenger Front Seat Lumbar Adjustment: yes
Passenger Front Seat Number of Electrical Adjustments: 5
Passenger Front Seat Type: Bucket
Passenger Front Seat Ventilated: yes
Seat Upholstery
Additional Seat Material: Leather
Main Seat Material: Leather
Seating
Capacity: 4
Configuration: 2+2
Cup Holders
Location: Front Seats
Location: Rear Seats
Air Conditioning
Climate Control - Number of Zones: 4
Fully Automated Climate Control: yes
Rear Control For Climate Control: yes
Secondary Ventilation Controls
Passenger Seat Location: Passenger Seat
Rear Seats Location: Rear Seats
Ventilation System
Digital Display: yes
Anti-Theft Protection
Anti-Lift: yes
Interior Monitoring: yes
Peripheral: yes
Remote Operation: yes
Power Locks
Includes Trunk Hatch: yes
Operation: Remote
†Displayed prices are based on the drive-away price of the vehicle, which includes delivery charges, registration fees, number plates, and applicable road taxes, based on a Sydney location. However, prices may vary between states and territories, and additional costs such as compulsory third party (CTP) insurance, dealer delivery fees, and optional extras are not included. These prices are subject to change without notice and may not reflect current market pricing or dealer offers.
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