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Mercedes-Benz CLS

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The Car Guide rating 4.0/5 80% Detailed ratings

Price $84,500 – $109,900 Payments

Fuel consumption 8.2 – 13.6 L/100km

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Despite its timeless style, Mercedes revamped the CLS for 2012, with changes to both the exterior lines and cabin. The end result is a few added millimetres, a new grille and a redesigned dashboard. What’s more, the CLS adds two new turbocharged V8s to its offering. The 63 AMG gets a 518-hp 5.5L V8 while the 550 base version comes with a 4.6L V8.

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2019 Mercedes-Benz CLS: Returning to its Roots

BARCELONA, Spain – They say that imitation is the sincerest form of flattery. It wasn’t long after the Vision CLS concept broke cover some 15 years ago that another carmaker introduced its own vision of a four-door luxury coupé. Although the niche segment now features a little more than a …March 6, 2018

2019 Mercedes-Benz CLS: the Original Four-door Luxury Coupé

I clearly remember my first encounter with the CLS-Class. I was at the 2004 New York Auto Show, same year the retro-modern Ford Mustang first broke cover, and my breath was taken away. I couldn’t wrap my brain and senses around the CLS’ sleek body, sensual curves and out-worldly beauty. February 28, 2018

2014 Mercedes-Benz CLS63 AMG 4MATIC: Nothing Exceeds Like Excess

Some cars simply defy logic and reason - not to mention the laws of physics. The 2014 Mercedes-Benz CLS63 AMG 4MATIC is one such vehicle, a lavish four-door luxury car that accelerates at a rate its two-tonne curb weight indicates shouldn't be possible. Of course, 'impossible' is a word that …May 9, 2014

2014 Best Buys: Sedans and Coupes Between $50,000 and $100,000

A heterogeneous category if there ever was one, the segment for sedans and coupes between $50,000 and $100,000 certainly isn’t dull. Eternal rivals the 2014 Mitsubishi Lancer Evolution and the 2014 Subaru WRX STI are pitted against the 2014 Audi A5, 2014 A6, 2014 A7 and even the 2014 Mercedes-Benz …April 11, 2014

2012 Mercedes-Benz CLS63 AMG: Beauty is a Beast

People are constantly telling me that the job I’ve been doing for 30 years is a dream job. No one seems to listen when I explain that automobile journalists spend infinitely more time in front of a computer screen than behind the wheel. So I grin, bear it, and try …November 24, 2011

Mercedes-Benz CLS 63 AMG: Could this be the best Benz ever?

When Mercedes-Benz unveiled the CLS in 2003, the impact was significant. Not only was it singularly elegant, but it created a new category, that of the four-door coupe. Its success prompted many automakers, even those outside the luxury car category, to follow suit. If you want to put a figure …February 10, 2011

2011 Mercedes-Benz CLS in 10 questions

The CLS made its debut in 2003 and was an instant hit. People loved its uniquely elegant silhouette. Mercedes-Benz dared to try something new with a four-door coupe, with this audacity came tremendous success. The manufacturer has since sold 170,000 units, which is nothing to scoff at for a car …October 28, 2010

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The Original Four-Door Luxury Coupe is About to Retire

Mercedes-Benz continues to rearrange its vehicle portfolio and the latest victim is the CLS . Production will end on August 31, the German automaker confirmed yesterday. The 2023 model year will be the last, with no direct replacement planned. Originally launched in 2004 (2005 in North America), the Mercedes-Benz CLS …May 9, 2023

Older Mercedes-Benz Cars Recalled for Sunroof That Could Fly Off

Mercedes-Benz has announced a recall on four older models whose sunroof may fly off and threaten the safety of other road users. The list includes the 2001-2011 C-Class , E-Class , CLK and CLS . There are exactly 10,460 units affected in Canada. According to the recall notice, the sunroof …December 23, 2022

2022 Mercedes-Benz CLS Gets a Nice Facelift

We haven’t covered the Mercedes-Benz CLS for a long time, but on Tuesday night the company revealed the facelifted 2022 model, adding more style and sophistication to the original four-door luxury coupe. Since the reason most frequently cited by customers for buying the CLS is its design, Mercedes-Benz focused on …April 6, 2021

Recall Notice for Mercedes-Benz Caused by Salty Roads

Transport Canada has just released a recall regarding the power steering system of several Mercedes-Benz vehicles, model years 2011 to 2016. In total, 21,500 units are said to be affected in the country. On some vehicles that hit the road in Quebec and in the Maritime provinces, where lots of …December 20, 2018

2019 Mercedes-Benz CLS: The Inline-6 is Back

The third generation of the Mercedes-Benz CLS, which trailblazed the four-door coupe category 12 years ago, has just been released and it’s a real beauty! Well, it all depends on how you look at it. Let’s take a walk down memory lane, all the way back to the 2003 auto …December 7, 2017

2015 Mercedes-Benz CLS Unveiled

Even with its voluptuous curves, the Mercedes-Benz CLS was starting to show its age, especially when it was parked in dealerships next to the newer S and E Class models. The manufacturer has therefore introduced a little facelift to keep the 4-door coupe in the loop. The bodywork stays the …June 18, 2014

2013 Mercedes-Benz CLS Shooting Brake Debuts In Paris

Mercedes-Benz has unveiled the Mercedes-Benz CLS Shooting Brake at the Paris Motor Show. The shooting brake body style is one which was once not uncommon in Europe, and in its modern interpretation it has come to represent a combination of coupe-like features with a practical wagon cargo layout. The Mercedes-Benz …September 28, 2012

The 2011 Mercedes-Benz CLS - A long awaited generation

The German constructor with the silver arrow has just unveiled on the Web the first photos of its second generation class CLS model, and it was an absolute accident that these photos appeared on the Net. The new SLS AMG gull wing door make grille will also be featured on …October 4, 2010

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2005 Mercedes-Benz CLS 2005 Kia Spectra5 dealing with low brake fluid Bill Gardiner wins Midas Gold Cup Go-Kart race for Big Brothers 1938 Rolls Royce Phantom 3 to rust proof or not to rust proof political correctness and traffic safety is a deadly mix!

2012 Mercedes CLS63 amg

2012 Mercedes CLS63 amg

The Car Guide rating 80%

Pros

Fabulous turbo engines
Good fuel economy
Precise and stable road holding
Unique and memorable silhouette

Cons

Rear seats are pretty tight
Just one lever for indicators and windshield wipers
Clutch sometimes abrupt (CLS 63 AMG)
A little noisy at times

Driving	8/10
Safety	10/10
Interior	8/10
Reliability	8/10
Winter driving	6/10
Comfort	8/10

What's new in 2012

New model

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Recalls

Steering
December 20, 2018
Lights And Instruments
March 10, 2015
Structure
November 5, 2012

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