
Mercedes-Benz CLS coupe (C257)
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Mercedes-Benz CLS coupe (C257)

Mercedes-Benz CLS coupe (C257)

Mercedes-Benz CLS coupe (C257)

Mercedes-Benz CLS coupe (C257)
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| Model | Mercedes-BenzCLS coupe (C257)CLS 350 (Stage 3)448 hp | Mercedes-BenzCLS coupe (C257)CLS 350 (Stage 2)389 hp | Mercedes-BenzCLS coupe (C257)CLS 350 (Stage 1)353 hp | Mercedes-BenzCLS coupe (C257)CLS 350299 hp |
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| Power | 448hp334kW+149 hp | 389hp290kW+90 hp | 353hp263kW+54 hp | 299hp223kW |
| Torque | 620Nm457lb-ft+220 Nm | 540Nm398lb-ft+140 Nm | 488Nm360lb-ft+88 Nm | 400Nm295lb-ft |
| Curb weight | 1,775kg3,913lb | 1,775kg3,913lb | 1,775kg3,913lb | 1,775kg3,913lb |
| Gross weight | 2,420kg5,335lb | 2,420kg5,335lb | 2,420kg5,335lb | 2,420kg5,335lb |
| Top speed | 291 km/h 181 mph | 279 km/h 173 mph | 272 km/h 169 mph | 249 km/h 155 mph |
| To 99% top speed | 67.3s99% target: 288 km/h / 179 mph-10.7 s Calculated | 72.7s99% target: 276 km/h / 172 mph-5.2 s Calculated | 76.7s99% target: 269 km/h / 167 mph-1.2 s Calculated | 78.0s99% target: 247 km/h / 153 mph Calculated |
| 0-100 km/h | 4.7s-1.3 s | 5.1s-0.9 s | 5.4s-0.6 s | 6.0s |
| 0-200 km/h | 14.5s-8.6 s Calculated | 16.7s-6.4 s Calculated | 18.4s-4.7 s Calculated | 23.1s Calculated |
| 0-60 mph | 4.4s-1.2 s Calculated | 4.8s-0.8 s Calculated | 5.1s-0.5 s Calculated | 5.7s Calculated |
| Fuel consumption | 7.9L/100 km29.8mpg US35.8mpg UK | 7.9L/100 km29.8mpg US35.8mpg UK | 7.9L/100 km29.8mpg US35.8mpg UK | 7.9L/100 km29.8mpg US35.8mpg UK |
| Fuel consumption city | 9.3L/100 km25.3mpg US30.4mpg UK | 9.3L/100 km25.3mpg US30.4mpg UK | 9.3L/100 km25.3mpg US30.4mpg UK | 9.3L/100 km25.3mpg US30.4mpg UK |
| Fuel consumption highway | 5.6L/100 km42mpg US50.4mpg UK | 5.6L/100 km42mpg US50.4mpg UK | 5.6L/100 km42mpg US50.4mpg UK | 5.6L/100 km42mpg US50.4mpg UK |
| Quarter mile | 12.6s-1.5 s Calculated | 13.1s-1.0 s Calculated | 13.5s-0.6 s Calculated | 14.1s Calculated |
| Power-to-weight | 253hp/t188kW/t115hp/1000 lb Calculated | 219hp/t163kW/t99hp/1000 lb Calculated | 199hp/t148kW/t90hp/1000 lb Calculated | 168hp/t126kW/t76hp/1000 lb Calculated |
| Torque-to-weight | 349Nm/t234lb-ft/ton Calculated | 304Nm/t204lb-ft/ton Calculated | 275Nm/t184lb-ft/ton Calculated | 225Nm/t151lb-ft/ton Calculated |
| Estimated range | 1,013km629mi Calculated | 1,013km629mi Calculated | 1,013km629mi Calculated | 1,013km629mi Calculated |
| Displacement | 1,991cc121cu in | 1,991cc121cu in | 1,991cc121cu in | 1,991cc121cu in |
| Length | 4,996mm197in | 4,996mm197in | 4,996mm197in | 4,996mm197in |
| Width | 1,896mm75in | 1,896mm75in | 1,896mm75in | 1,896mm75in |
| Height | 1,436mm57in | 1,436mm57in | 1,436mm57in | 1,436mm57in |
| Wheelbase | 2,939mm116in | 2,939mm116in | 2,939mm116in | 2,939mm116in |
| Front track | 1,619mm64in | 1,619mm64in | 1,619mm64in | 1,619mm64in |
| Rear track | 1,634mm64in | 1,634mm64in | 1,634mm64in | 1,634mm64in |
| Ground clearance | 94mm4in | 94mm4in | 94mm4in | 94mm4in |
| Trunk volume | 490L | 490L | 490L | 490L |
| Doors | 4 | 4 | 4 | 4 |
| Seats | 5 | 5 | 5 | 5 |
| Fuel tank | 80L | 80L | 80L | 80L |
| CO2 emissions | 162g/km | 162g/km | 162g/km | 162g/km |
Use the estimates as comparison hints and verify exact figures before making decisions.
Estimated stock-style power and torque curves by engine speed.
| Vehicle | Peak power RPM | Peak torque RPM | Max engine speed |
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| Mercedes-BenzCLS coupe (C257)CLS 350 (Stage 3)448 hp | 5,800-6,100 rpm | 3,000-4,000 rpm | 6,350 rpm |
| Mercedes-BenzCLS coupe (C257)CLS 350 (Stage 2)389 hp | 5,800-6,100 rpm | 3,000-4,000 rpm | 6,350 rpm |
| Mercedes-BenzCLS coupe (C257)CLS 350 (Stage 1)353 hp | 5,800-6,100 rpm | 3,000-4,000 rpm | 6,350 rpm |
| Mercedes-BenzCLS coupe (C257)CLS 350299 hp | 5,800-6,100 rpm | 3,000-4,000 rpm | 6,350 rpm |
Estimated speed over time for selected vehicles.
| Metric | Mercedes-BenzCLS coupe (C257)CLS 350 (Stage 3)448 hp | Mercedes-BenzCLS coupe (C257)CLS 350 (Stage 2)389 hp | Mercedes-BenzCLS coupe (C257)CLS 350 (Stage 1)353 hp | Mercedes-BenzCLS coupe (C257)CLS 350299 hp |
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| Acceleration checkpoints | ||||
0-60 mph 0-97 km/h | 4.4 s | 4.8 s | 5.1 s | 5.7 s |
0-100 km/h 0-62 mph | 4.7 s | 5.1 s | 5.4 s | 6.0 s |
0-200 km/h 0-124 mph | 14.5 s | 16.7 s | 18.4 s | 23.1 s |
| Top speed | 291 km/h 181 mph | 279 km/h 173 mph | 272 km/h 169 mph | 249 km/h 155 mph |
| Drag race simulation | ||||
60 ft 18 m | 2.2 s | 2.2 s | 2.3 s | 2.3 s |
330 ft 101 m | 5.6 s | 5.8 s | 5.9 s | 6.1 s |
1/8 mile 201 m | 8.3 s | 8.6 s | 8.9 s | 9.2 s |
1000 ft 305 m | 10.7 s | 11.1 s | 11.4 s | 11.9 s |
1/4 mile 402 m | 12.6 s | 13.1 s | 13.5 s | 14.1 s |
Trap speed 1/4 mile 402 m | 187 km/h 116 mph | 179 km/h 111 mph | 173 km/h 108 mph | 163 km/h 102 mph |
Bar comparison chart for Power. Higher is better · hp / kW
| Vehicle | Value |
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| Mercedes-BenzCLS coupe (C257)CLS 350 (Stage 3)448 hp | 448 hp 334 kW |
| Mercedes-BenzCLS coupe (C257)CLS 350 (Stage 2)389 hp | 389 hp 290 kW |
| Mercedes-BenzCLS coupe (C257)CLS 350 (Stage 1)353 hp | 353 hp 263 kW |
| Mercedes-BenzCLS coupe (C257)CLS 350299 hp | 299 hp 223 kW |
Mercedes-Benz CLS coupe (C257) CLS 350 (Stage 3) 448 hp has 149 hp more than Mercedes-Benz CLS coupe (C257) CLS 350 299 hp.
The biggest power difference is between Mercedes-Benz CLS coupe (C257) CLS 350 299 hp and Mercedes-Benz CLS coupe (C257) CLS 350 (Stage 3) 448 hp: 149 hp (111 kW).
Bar comparison chart for Torque. Higher is better · Nm / lb-ft
| Vehicle | Value |
|---|---|
| Mercedes-BenzCLS coupe (C257)CLS 350 (Stage 3)448 hp | 620 Nm 457 lb-ft |
| Mercedes-BenzCLS coupe (C257)CLS 350 (Stage 2)389 hp | 540 Nm 398 lb-ft |
| Mercedes-BenzCLS coupe (C257)CLS 350 (Stage 1)353 hp | 488 Nm 360 lb-ft |
| Mercedes-BenzCLS coupe (C257)CLS 350299 hp | 400 Nm 295 lb-ft |
Bar comparison chart for Curb weight. Lower is better · kg / lb
| Vehicle | Value |
|---|---|
| Mercedes-BenzCLS coupe (C257)CLS 350 (Stage 3)448 hp | 1,775 kg 3,913 lb |
| Mercedes-BenzCLS coupe (C257)CLS 350 (Stage 2)389 hp | 1,775 kg 3,913 lb |
| Mercedes-BenzCLS coupe (C257)CLS 350 (Stage 1)353 hp | 1,775 kg 3,913 lb |
| Mercedes-BenzCLS coupe (C257)CLS 350299 hp | 1,775 kg 3,913 lb |
Bar comparison chart for Top speed without limiter. Higher is better · km/h / mph
| Vehicle | Value |
|---|---|
| Mercedes-BenzCLS coupe (C257)CLS 350 (Stage 3)448 hp | 291 km/h 181 mph |
| Mercedes-BenzCLS coupe (C257)CLS 350 (Stage 2)389 hp | 279 km/h 173 mph |
| Mercedes-BenzCLS coupe (C257)CLS 350 (Stage 1)353 hp | 272 km/h 169 mph |
| Mercedes-BenzCLS coupe (C257)CLS 350299 hp | 249 km/h 155 mph |
Bar comparison chart for 0-100 km/h. Lower is better · seconds
The biggest 0-100 km/h difference is between Mercedes-Benz CLS coupe (C257) CLS 350 (Stage 3) 448 hp and Mercedes-Benz CLS coupe (C257) CLS 350 299 hp: 1.3 s.
The closest cars by acceleration are Mercedes-Benz CLS coupe (C257) CLS 350 (Stage 2) 389 hp and Mercedes-Benz CLS coupe (C257) CLS 350 (Stage 1) 353 hp, separated by only 0.3 s.
Bar comparison chart for Fuel consumption. Lower is better · L/100 km / mpg US / mpg UK
| Vehicle | Value |
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| Mercedes-BenzCLS coupe (C257)CLS 350 (Stage 3)448 hp | 7.9 L/100 km 29.8 mpg US 35.8 mpg UK |
| Mercedes-BenzCLS coupe (C257)CLS 350 (Stage 2)389 hp | 7.9 L/100 km 29.8 mpg US 35.8 mpg UK |
| Mercedes-BenzCLS coupe (C257)CLS 350 (Stage 1)353 hp | 7.9 L/100 km 29.8 mpg US 35.8 mpg UK |
| Mercedes-BenzCLS coupe (C257)CLS 350299 hp | 7.9 L/100 km 29.8 mpg US 35.8 mpg UK |
Bar comparison chart for Power-to-weight. Higher is better · hp/t / kW/t
| Vehicle | Value |
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| Mercedes-BenzCLS coupe (C257)CLS 350 (Stage 3)448 hp | 253 hp/t 188 kW/t 4.0 kg/hp |
| Mercedes-BenzCLS coupe (C257)CLS 350 (Stage 2)389 hp | 219 hp/t 163 kW/t 4.6 kg/hp |
| Mercedes-BenzCLS coupe (C257)CLS 350 (Stage 1)353 hp | 199 hp/t 148 kW/t 5.0 kg/hp |
| Mercedes-BenzCLS coupe (C257)CLS 350299 hp | 168 hp/t 126 kW/t 5.9 kg/hp |
Bar comparison chart for Estimated range. Higher is better · km / mi
| Vehicle | Value |
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| Mercedes-BenzCLS coupe (C257)CLS 350 (Stage 3)448 hp | 1,013 km 629 mi |
| Mercedes-BenzCLS coupe (C257)CLS 350 (Stage 2)389 hp | 1,013 km 629 mi |
| Mercedes-BenzCLS coupe (C257)CLS 350 (Stage 1)353 hp | 1,013 km 629 mi |
| Mercedes-BenzCLS coupe (C257)CLS 350299 hp | 1,013 km 629 mi |
Radar chart comparing normalized performance and fuel-consumption scores.
| Vehicle | Power | Acceleration | Top speed |
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| Mercedes-BenzCLS coupe (C257)CLS 350 (Stage 3)448 hp | 448 hp 334 kW | 4.7 s | 291 km/h 181 mph |
| Mercedes-BenzCLS coupe (C257)CLS 350 (Stage 2)389 hp | 389 hp 290 kW | 5.1 s | 279 km/h 173 mph |
| Mercedes-BenzCLS coupe (C257)CLS 350 (Stage 1)353 hp | 353 hp 263 kW | 5.4 s | 272 km/h 169 mph |
| Mercedes-BenzCLS coupe (C257)CLS 350299 hp | 299 hp 223 kW | 6.0 s | 249 km/h 155 mph |
Scatter chart with performance score on the X axis and practicality score on the Y axis.
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Cars closer to the top-right corner combine stronger performance with better fuel economy scores.
| Vehicle | Performance score | Fuel economy score | ||||||
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| Mercedes-BenzCLS coupe (C257)CLS 350 (Stage 3)448 hp |
| 7.9 L/100 km 29.8 mpg US 35.8 mpg UK | ||||||
| Mercedes-BenzCLS coupe (C257)CLS 350 (Stage 2)389 hp |
| 7.9 L/100 km 29.8 mpg US 35.8 mpg UK | ||||||
| Mercedes-BenzCLS coupe (C257)CLS 350 (Stage 1)353 hp |
| 7.9 L/100 km 29.8 mpg US 35.8 mpg UK | ||||||
| Mercedes-BenzCLS coupe (C257)CLS 350299 hp |
| 7.9 L/100 km 29.8 mpg US 35.8 mpg UK | ||||||
Mercedes-Benz CLS coupe (C257) CLS 350 (Stage 3) 448 hp is closest to the top-right balance target for performance and fuel economy.
Cars closer to the lower-left corner offer a better mix of quick acceleration and low fuel consumption.
| Vehicle | Fuel consumption, L/100 km | 0-100 km/h, s |
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| Mercedes-BenzCLS coupe (C257)CLS 350 (Stage 3)448 hp | 7.9 L/100 km 29.8 mpg US 35.8 mpg UK | 4.7 s |
| Mercedes-BenzCLS coupe (C257)CLS 350 (Stage 2)389 hp | 7.9 L/100 km 29.8 mpg US 35.8 mpg UK | 5.1 s |
| Mercedes-BenzCLS coupe (C257)CLS 350 (Stage 1)353 hp | 7.9 L/100 km 29.8 mpg US 35.8 mpg UK | 5.4 s |
| Mercedes-BenzCLS coupe (C257)CLS 350299 hp | 7.9 L/100 km 29.8 mpg US 35.8 mpg UK | 6.0 s |
The shaded area favors higher power-to-weight with lower combined fuel consumption.
| Vehicle | Power-to-weight, hp/t | Fuel consumption, L/100 km |
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| Mercedes-BenzCLS coupe (C257)CLS 350 (Stage 3)448 hp | 253 hp/t 188 kW/t 4.0 kg/hp | 7.9 L/100 km 29.8 mpg US 35.8 mpg UK |
| Mercedes-BenzCLS coupe (C257)CLS 350 (Stage 2)389 hp | 219 hp/t 163 kW/t 4.6 kg/hp | 7.9 L/100 km 29.8 mpg US 35.8 mpg UK |
| Mercedes-BenzCLS coupe (C257)CLS 350 (Stage 1)353 hp | 199 hp/t 148 kW/t 5.0 kg/hp | 7.9 L/100 km 29.8 mpg US 35.8 mpg UK |
| Mercedes-BenzCLS coupe (C257)CLS 350299 hp | 168 hp/t 126 kW/t 5.9 kg/hp | 7.9 L/100 km 29.8 mpg US 35.8 mpg UK |
| Vehicle | Mercedes-BenzCLS coupe (C257)CLS 350 (Stage 3)448 hp | Mercedes-BenzCLS coupe (C257)CLS 350 (Stage 2)389 hp | Mercedes-BenzCLS coupe (C257)CLS 350 (Stage 1)353 hp | Mercedes-BenzCLS coupe (C257)CLS 350299 hp | ||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||
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| Power | 448 hp 334 kW | 389 hp 290 kW | 353 hp 263 kW | 299 hp 223 kW | ||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||
| Torque | 620 Nm 457 lb-ft | 540 Nm 398 lb-ft | 488 Nm 360 lb-ft | 400 Nm 295 lb-ft | ||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||
| Acceleration | 4.7 s | 5.1 s | 5.4 s | 6.0 s | ||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||
| Top speed | 291 km/h 181 mph | 279 km/h 173 mph | 272 km/h 169 mph | 249 km/h 155 mph | ||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||
| Lightness | 1,775 kg 3,913 lb | 1,775 kg 3,913 lb | 1,775 kg 3,913 lb | 1,775 kg 3,913 lb | ||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||
| Fuel consumption | 7.9 L/100 km 29.8 mpg US 35.8 mpg UK | 7.9 L/100 km 29.8 mpg US 35.8 mpg UK | 7.9 L/100 km 29.8 mpg US 35.8 mpg UK | 7.9 L/100 km 29.8 mpg US 35.8 mpg UK | ||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||
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| Range score | 1,013 km 629 mi | 1,013 km 629 mi | 1,013 km 629 mi | 1,013 km 629 mi | ||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||
| CO2 score | 162 g/km | 162 g/km | 162 g/km | 162 g/km | ||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||
| Trunk score | 490 L 17.3 cu ft | 490 L 17.3 cu ft | 490 L 17.3 cu ft | 490 L 17.3 cu ft | ||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||
| Power-to-weight score | 253 hp/t 188 kW/t 4.0 kg/hp | 219 hp/t 163 kW/t 4.6 kg/hp | 199 hp/t 148 kW/t 5.0 kg/hp | 168 hp/t 126 kW/t 5.9 kg/hp | ||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||
| Overall | Fixed score | Fixed score | Fixed score | Fixed score |
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| Vehicle | Mercedes-Benz CLS coupe (C257) CLS 350 (Stage 3) 448 hp | Mercedes-Benz CLS coupe (C257) CLS 350 (Stage 2) 389 hp | Mercedes-Benz CLS coupe (C257) CLS 350 (Stage 1) 353 hp | Mercedes-Benz CLS coupe (C257) CLS 350 299 hp |
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| Consumption | 7.9 L/100 km29.8 mpg US35.8 mpg UK | 7.9 L/100 km29.8 mpg US35.8 mpg UK | 7.9 L/100 km29.8 mpg US35.8 mpg UK | 7.9 L/100 km29.8 mpg US35.8 mpg UK |
| Cost / 100 km | 13.83 LC100 km | 13.83 LC100 km | 13.83 LC100 km | 13.83 LC100 km |
| Cost / 100 mi | 22.25 LC100 mi | 22.25 LC100 mi | 22.25 LC100 mi | 22.25 LC100 mi |
| Annual fuel used | 1,185 L313 US gal261 UK gal | 1,185 L313 US gal261 UK gal | 1,185 L313 US gal261 UK gal | 1,185 L313 US gal261 UK gal |
| Annual fuel cost | 2,074 LC/year | 2,074 LC/year | 2,074 LC/year | 2,074 LC/year |
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