Mercedes-Benz CLS 2010–2014 car dimensions: 4940 mm long, 1881 mm wide and 1416 mm high. Unladen weight is 1,735 kg. Boot space with the seats up is 520 litres.
The cabin offers standard two-zone automatic climate control and COMAND multimedia with hard-drive navigation on this V6 model. Speedtronic cruise control is fitted as standard. Attention Assist and Pre-Safe come standard. Optional packages add Parktronic sensors with Active Park Assist, a reversing camera, blind spot warning, lane keeping assist and Pre-Safe Brake automatic emergency braking.
Boot space measures 520 litres with seats up, which is practical for a four-door coupe.
Payload is 485 kg.
The cabin offers a luxurious feel with leather upholstery, fine wood trim and matt silver finishes as standard. Front seats are electrically adjustable for multi-way positioning. Individual rear seats provide supportive seating for two. Automatic climate control maintains comfort. Optional multicontour and active multicontour seats add adjustable bolsters plus massage for longer trips. An electric glass sunroof is available to brighten the space.
Combined fuel use 6.8-7.0 l/100 km on premium petrol
CO2 emissions 159-164 g/km, Euro 5
ASSYST service system indicates intervals around 25,000 km or 12 months
Standard Pre-Safe anticipatory protection and Attention Assist
Nine airbags including knee and pelvis bags plus NECK-PRO head restraints
The CLS 350 BlueEFFICIENCY runs on premium petrol with a combined consumption of 6.8-7.0 litres per 100 km and CO2 output of 159-164 g/km under the NEDC cycle. An 80-litre tank supports longer range. ECO start/stop is standard to aid efficiency in traffic.
Servicing follows the ASSYST system, which monitors conditions and typically calls for attention every 25,000 km or 12 months for a minor service, with larger work at double that interval. Regular oil and filter changes keep the V6 and 7G-Tronic Plus transmission reliable.
Safety kit is comprehensive from the factory. Pre-Safe prepares belts and closes windows ahead of a potential impact. Attention Assist watches for driver fatigue. Nine airbags cover front, side, curtain, knee and pelvis areas, backed by NECK-PRO crash-responsive head restraints, ABS, ESP and brake assist.
Living with the car means enjoying a quiet four-seat cabin suited to long journeys, though rear headroom is limited by the coupe roofline. Keep up with ASSYST prompts and use quality fluids to maintain the aluminium-intensive body and suspension. Optional air suspension further softens the ride if fitted.
Length 4940 mm, Width 1881 mm, Height 1416 mm, Wheelbase 2874 mm (CLS 2010–2014)
Sources: manufacturer data, Mercedes-Benz CLS-Class brochure, Daimler AG, BC/MC 6701 · 0707 · 02-01/0611, press 24 May 2011, Mercedes-Benz Public Archive type 218.359, That 2011 brochure table prints 80/9 l.