The C257 Mercedes-Benz CLS is the third generation of the CLS range of four-door sedan, and was launched in 2018 as the successor to the Mercedes-Benz CLS (C218). It is only available as a sedan, with no plans to introduce a

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variant in the near future. It is based heavily on the E-Class (W213).

Development and launch

Information on the C257 CLS was released online on 29 November 2017, with a public unveiling at the

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in January 2018. The new CLS uses a four-link front suspension and a five-link rear suspension and comes in rear-wheel drive and

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(4MATIC) configurations. CLS 53 4MATIC+ models utilise variable all-wheel drive, allowing for torque distribution between the front and rear axles. An

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is used to boost power output by and , and also powers the on-board 48-volt system. The CLS is also now a five-seater car, instead of being a four-seater as with the previous two generations. File:Mercedes-Benz C257 CLS 450 4MATIC Designo Diamond White Bright (6) (cropped).jpg, Rear view of a CLS 450 4Matic File:2018 Mercedes-Benz CLS 350d 4MATIC Interior.jpg, Interior of a CLS 350d 4Matic File:Mercedes-AMG CLS 53 IMG 2684.jpg, Mercedes-AMG CLS 53 File:Mercedes-AMG CLS 53 IMG 2685.jpg, Mercedes-AMG CLS 53

Equipment

Standard equipment includes

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, 18-inch alloy wheels, ambient lighting, as well as lane keeping and

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assistance systems. CLS models also feature 'Mercedes me' online services with a built-in

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module in the car, enabling concierge services and remote control of the car. Optional equipment includes

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and a widescreen cockpit consisting of two 12.3-inch displays on the dashboard. An AMG line is also available and includes AMG body styling, a diamond pattern radiator grille, 19-inch alloy wheels, and a flat-bottomed sports steering wheel.

Models

Petrol engines

Diesel engines

References

External links

Official site
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