Mercedes-Benz CLS-Class C218 facelift (2015–2018)

Mercedes-Benz CLS-Class cls550

C218 facelift (2015–2018), 2015–2018. Gasoline · 4.7 L · 402 hp · 9-speed automatic · Rear-wheel drive. 0–60 mph in 4.8 s and top speed 155 mph.

C218 facelift (2015–2018) 2015 - 2018
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Engine type
Gasoline
Engine volume
4.7 L
Horsepower
402
Torque
443 lb-ft
Transmission
9-speed automatic
Drive
Rear-wheel drive
0–60 mph
4.8 s
Top speed
155 mph
Curb weight
4 lbs
Wheelbase
2850 mm
Dimensions
4999 × 1882 × 1417 mm
Fuel economy (city/hwy/combined)
18.0 / 26.0 / 20.0 mpg

General information

Brand country Germany
Vehicle class Luxury Car
Doors 4
Seats 5
Steering side Left-hand drive

Dimensions

Length 4999 mm
Width 1882 mm
Height 1417 mm
Wheelbase 2850 mm
Front track 63 mm
Rear track 63 mm
Wheel size 18-inch wheels

Volume and weight

Trunk volume min 15 L
Trunk volume max 15 L
Fuel tank capacity 21.1 gal
Curb weight 4 lbs

Engine

Engine type Gasoline
Engine position Front
Engine volume 4.7 L
Aspiration Twin-turbocharged
Horsepower 402 hp
Torque 443 lb-ft
Cylinders 8
Valves per cylinder 4
Fuel system Direct injection
Compression ratio 10.5
Bore and stroke 92.9 mm x 86.0 mm
Engine code M278
Valvetrain DOHC

Transmission

Transmission 9-speed automatic
Gears 9
Drive Rear-wheel drive

Performance

Top speed 155 mph
0–60 mph 4.8 s
Fuel economy city 18.0 mpg
Fuel economy highway 26.0 mpg
Fuel economy combined 20.0 mpg
Fuel type Premium unleaded (required)

Suspension and brakes

Front suspension Independent multi-link
Rear suspension Independent multi-link
Front brakes Ventilated disc
Rear brakes Ventilated disc

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