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Mercedes-Benz CLS-Class Base (2013) price & specs
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$172,644†
Base
Overview
The 2013 Mercedes-Benz CLS-Class Base is a rear-wheel drive, 5-door Station Wagon that was released to the Australian market on 3rd July 2009 classified as a Br 218. The Mercedes-Benz CLS-Class is regarded as a Large Luxury built in Germany with prices starting at $172,644 before on-road costs.
This Mercedes-Benz CLS-Class is powered by a 3.5L 6-cylinder engine that has 225 kW of power (at 6500 rpm) and 370 Nm of torque (at 3500 rpm) via a Seven-speed Automatic transmission. Mercedes-Benz claims the CLS Base uses 8.2L/100km of Premium Unleaded in the combined city and highway cycle while putting out 191g of CO2. It has a 80L fuel tank, meaning it should be able to travel 976km per full tank
The Mercedes-Benz CLS-Class measures 1416mm (55.7 inches) in height, 4956mm (195.1 inches) in length, 1881mm (74.1 inches) in width with a 2874mm (113.1 inches) wheelbase that brings about a total of 1830kg (4034.5 lbs) of unladen weight. The CLS Base comes standard with 255/30 R19 front tyres and 285/30 R19 rear tyres. It has a 36 month, unlimited km warranty.
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Power to Weight
80.43 - 229.95 kW/t
69.64 kW/t
229.95 kW/t
Boot Space
520 - 590 litres
465 litres
695 litres
Fuel Efficiency
5.2 - 10.3 L/100km
4.3 L/100km
11.6 L/100km
Vehicle Range
777 - 1,538 km
603 km
1,860 km
Price
$119,900 - $265,145
$68,545
$265,145
Warranty (Years)
3 years
3 years
4 years
Warranty (Distance)
Unlimited
100,000 km
Unlimited
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Dimensions
4,956 mm
1,881 mm
1,416 mm
| Specification | Measurement |
|---|---|
| Overall Length | 4,956 mm |
| Overall Width | 1,881 mm |
| Overall Height | 1,416 mm |
| Wheelbase | 2,874 mm |
| Load Capacity | 525 mm |
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Explore Mercedes-Benz CLS-Class Features & Specs
Base
3.5L, 7-speed auto, 5-door Station Wagon, Petrol, RWD
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Bluetooth
Includes Music Streaming: yes
Includes Phone Connection: yes
Cruise Control
Adaptive Cruise Control: yes
Entertainment Display Screen
Front DVD: yes
Location: Front
Front TV: yes
Memorised Adjustment
Door Mirror Position: yes
Wheel Position: yes
Parking Assistance
Location: Rear
Rear Type: Full Automatic Parking
Parking Distance System
Location: Front
Front Type: Sensor
Location: Rear
Rear Type: Sensor & Camera
Power Outlet 12V
Location (12V): Boot/Cargo
Location (12V): Front
Location (12V): Rear
Smart Card/Smart Key
Includes Keyless Entry: yes
Includes Keyless Start: 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: 8.5
Australia Greenhouse Rating: 6.5
Australia Overall Emission Control Level Rating: 4.5
CO2 Level (Combined): 191
Standard Met: EU5
Engine
Bore Engine: 92.9
Engine (cc): 3498
Engine Configuration: V
Engine Code: M 276
Engine (L): 3.5
Number of Cylinders: 6
Number of Valves per Cylinder: 4
Stroke Engine: 86.0
Valve Gear Type: Double Overhead Cam
Variable Valve Timing Camshaft: yes
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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: Petrol Direct Injection
Fuel Tanks
Main Capacity Gal: 21.1
Main Capacity (L): 80
Main Capacity Uk Gallons: 17.6
Main Type: Total
Computer
Average Fuel Consumption: yes
Average Speed: yes
Instantaneous Fuel Consumption: yes
Range for Remaining Fuel: yes
Display Screen
Location: ?
Screen Size (in): 7.0
Low Tire Pressure Indicator
Displays Pressure Reading: yes
Fuel Consumption
ADR 81/02 Calculated Vehicle Range (km): 976
ADR 81/02 Calculated Vehicle Range (miles): 606
ADR 81/02 Combined (km/L): 12.2
ADR 81/02 Combined (L/100km): 8.2
ADR 81/02 Combined (miles per UK gallon): 34
ADR 81/02 Combined (mpg): 29
ADR 81/02 Standard: Adr 81/02
Fuel Economy
ADR 81/02 (L/100km): 8.2
Performance
Acceleration 0 To 100 km/h: 6.7
Maximum Speed (km/h): 210
Maximum Speed (mph): 130
Power
Maximum Power (hp/PS): 306
Maximum Power (kW): 225
Maximum Torque (Nm): 370
Measurement Standard: EEC
Primary or Secondary Fuel Power Figure: Primary
Rpm For Maximum Power Low: 6500
Rpm For Maximum Torque Low: 3500
Drive
Driven Wheels: Rear
Electronic Traction Control
Controlled By: Abs & Engine Management
Transmission
Description: Automatic With Manual Mode
Gear Change Paddles: yes
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
Variable Rack: yes
Vehicle Speed Proportional: yes
Steering Wheel
Electric Adjustment: yes
Height Adjustment: yes
Telescopic Adjustment: yes
Type: Alloy & Leather
Responsive Suspension
Type: Mechanical
Suspension
Location: Front
Front Spring Type: Coil
Front Stabilizer Bar: yes
Front Type: Strut
Front Wheel Dependence: Independent
Location: Rear
Rear Spring Type: Coil
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: 35
Front Wheels Tire Type: Conventional/Summer
Front Wheels Tire Width: 255
Rear Wheels Tire Location: Rear
Rear Wheels Tire Profile: 30
Rear Wheels Tire Type: Conventional/Summer
Rear Wheels Tire Width: 285
Wheels
Location: Front
Front Wheels Rim Diameter (In): 19
Front Wheels Rim Type: Alloy
Front Wheels Rim Width (In): 8.5
Location: Rear
Rear Rim Diameter (In): 19
Rear Rim Type: Alloy
Rear Wheels Rim Width (In): 9.5
Body Style
Body Type: Station Wagon
Local Body Type: Station Wagon
Platform Code: W212
Underbody Protection
Location: Engine
Bumpers
Front Bumper Colour: Painted
Location: Front
Rear Bumper Colour: Painted
Location: Rear
Cargo Capacity
Measurement Standard: VDA
Rear Seat Down (cu ft): 54.7
Rear Seat Down (L): 1550
Rear Seat Up to Lower Window (cu ft): 20.8
Rear Seat Up to Lower Window (L): 590
External Dimensions
Front Track (in): 62.8
Front Track (mm): 1596
Overall Height (in): 55.7
Overall Height (mm): 1416
Overall Length (in): 195.1
Overall Length (mm): 4956
Overall Width (in): 74.1
Overall Width (mm): 1881
Rear Track (in): 64.0
Rear Track (mm): 1626
Wall to Wall Turning Circle (ft): 37.0
Wall to Wall Turning Circle (mm): 11270
Wheelbase (in): 113.1
Wheelbase (mm): 2874
Internal Dimensions
Front Headroom (in): 40.1
Front Headroom (mm): 1018
Rear Headroom (in): 38.3
Rear Headroom (mm): 974
Front Hip Room (in): 58.9
Front Hip Room (mm): 1495
Rear Hip Room (in): 58.8
Rear Hip Room (mm): 1494
Front Shoulder Room (in): 57.2
Front Shoulder Room (mm): 1453
Rear Shoulder Room (in): 56.5
Rear Shoulder Room (mm): 1435
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
Rear Door
Type: Lifting Gate
Headlight Control
Auto Highbeam: yes
Dusk Sensor: yes
Height Adjustment: Automatic
Headlights
Low Beam Bulb Type: LED
LED Lights
Location: Day Time Running Lights
Location: Low Beam
Location: Rear Lights
Paint
External Colour: Black
Type: Metallic
Sunroof
Front Sunroof Location: Front
Front Sunroof Operation: Electric
Front Sunroof Type: Glass
Door Mirrors/Cameras
Auto-Dimming Driver Door Mirrors: yes
Driver Door Mirrors/Cameras Colour: Painted
Heated Driver Door Mirrors/Cameras: yes
Driver Door Mirror Indicator Lights: yes
Mirrors/Cameras Location: Driver
Driver Door Mirrors/Cameras Type: Electrically Adjustable
Passenger Door Mirrors/Cameras Colour: Painted
Heated Passenger Door Mirrors/Cameras: yes
Passenger Door Mirror Indicator Lights: yes
Mirrors/Cameras Location: Passenger
Passenger Door Mirrors/Cameras Type: Electrically Adjustable
Electrically Foldable Mirrors
Operation: Electric
Power Windows
Front Electric Windows: Front
Rear Electric Windows: Rear
Privacy Glass
Location: Rear
Location: Rear Side
Rear View Mirror Camera
Auto Dimming: yes
Windshield Wipers
Intermittent Wipe Windshield Wipers: Automatic
Rain Sensor Windshield Wipers: yes
Weights
Gross Trailer Weight Unbraked (kg): 750
Gross Trailer Weight Unbraked (lb): 1653
Gross Vehicle Weight (kg): 2355
Gross Vehicle Weight (lb): 5192
Published Kerb Weight (kg): 1830
Published Kerb Weight (lb): 4034
Audio System
CD Player Reads MP3: yes
Digital Media Card: yes
Digital Radio: yes
In-Dash CD: yes
Radio Type: Am/Fm
External Connections
Aux Jack (Front): yes
iPod Connection (Front): yes
USB (Front): yes
Remote Audio Controls
Type: Steering Wheel Mounted
Speakers
Brand: Harman/Kardon
Number of Speakers: 14
Cargo Area Cover Rear Parcel Shelf
Type: Flexible
Floor Mats
Material: Textile
Luxury Trim
Centre Floor Console: Wood Or Woodlook
Doors: Wood Or Woodlook
Instrument Panel: Wood Or Woodlook
Front Airbag
Location: Driver
Location: Passenger
Front Seat Belts
Driver Height Adjustable: yes
Driver Pre Tensioners: yes
Driver Seat Position: Driver
Passenger Height Adjustable: yes
Passenger Pre Tensioners: yes
Passenger Seat Position: Passenger
Head Restraints
Front Seats Active: yes
Front Seats Electric Adjustable: yes
Front Seats Location: Front Seats
Rear Seats Location: Rear Seats
Rear Seats Number: 3
Knee Airbags
Location: Driver
Lane Departure Warning
Activates Brakes: yes
Rear Seat Belts
Center Operation: Reel
Center Seat Position: Centre
Center Type: 3-Point
Driver Seat Position: Driver
Passenger Seat Position: Passenger
Side Airbag
Location: Front
Location: Rear
Side Curtain Airbag
Location: Front And Rear
Front Seat
Driver Front Seat Power Adjustable: yes
Driver Front Seat Height Type: Memory
Location: Driver
Driver Front Seat Lumbar Type: Memory
Driver Front Seat Number of Electrical Adjustments: 6
Driver Front Seat Reach Type: Memory
Driver Front Seat Reclining Type: Memory
Driver Front Seat Type: Bucket
Passenger Front Seat Power Adjustable: yes
Passenger Front Seat Height Type: Memory
Location: Passenger
Passenger Front Seat Lumbar Type: Electric
Passenger Front Seat Number of Electrical Adjustments: 6
Passenger Front Seat Reach Type: Memory
Passenger Front Seat Reclining Type: Memory
Passenger Front Seat Type: Bucket
Seat Upholstery
Additional Seat Material: Leather
Main Seat Material: Leather
Seating
Capacity: 5
Configuration: 2+3
Cup Holders
Location: Front Seats
Location: Rear Seats
Air Conditioning
Type: Fully-Auto
Climate Control - Number of Zones: 3
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
Operation: Card Key
Intermediate Service
Variable Distance Period: yes
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