
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 400d (Stage 3)512 hp | Mercedes-BenzCLS coupe (C257)CLS 400d (Stage 2)446 hp | Mercedes-BenzCLS coupe (C257)CLS 400d (Stage 1)396 hp | Mercedes-BenzCLS coupe (C257)CLS 400d330 hp |
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| Power | 512hp381kW+182 hp | 446hp332kW+116 hp | 396hp295kW+66 hp | 330hp246kW |
| Torque | 1,120Nm826lb-ft+420 Nm | 980Nm723lb-ft+280 Nm | 875Nm645lb-ft+175 Nm | 700Nm516lb-ft |
| Curb weight | 1,873kg4,129lb | 1,873kg4,129lb | 1,873kg4,129lb | 1,873kg4,129lb |
| Gross weight | 2,558kg5,639lb | 2,558kg5,639lb | 2,558kg5,639lb | 2,558kg5,639lb |
| Top speed | 323 km/h 201 mph | 308 km/h 191 mph | 296 km/h 184 mph | Unrestricted 265 km/h165 mph Restricted 250 km/h155 mph Calculated |
| To 99% top speed | 61.9s99% target: 320 km/h / 199 mph-9.2 s Calculated | 66.8s99% target: 305 km/h / 189 mph-4.3 s Calculated | 70.7s99% target: 293 km/h / 182 mph-0.5 s Calculated | 71.1s99% target: 262 km/h / 163 mph Calculated |
| 0-100 km/h | 3.8s-1.2 s | 4.2s-0.8 s | 4.5s-0.5 s | 5.0s |
| 0-200 km/h | 11.0s-6.8 s Calculated | 12.6s-5.2 s Calculated | 14.1s-3.7 s Calculated | 17.8s Calculated |
| 0-60 mph | 3.6s-1.1 s Calculated | 4.0s-0.8 s Calculated | 4.3s-0.5 s Calculated | 4.8s Calculated |
| Fuel consumption | 6.4L/100 km36.8mpg US44.1mpg UK | 6.4L/100 km36.8mpg US44.1mpg UK | 6.4L/100 km36.8mpg US44.1mpg UK | 6.4L/100 km36.8mpg US44.1mpg UK |
| Fuel consumption city | 8.4L/100 km28mpg US33.6mpg UK | 8.4L/100 km28mpg US33.6mpg UK | 8.4L/100 km28mpg US33.6mpg UK | 8.4L/100 km28mpg US33.6mpg UK |
| Fuel consumption highway | 5.3L/100 km44.4mpg US53.3mpg UK | 5.3L/100 km44.4mpg US53.3mpg UK | 5.3L/100 km44.4mpg US53.3mpg UK | 5.3L/100 km44.4mpg US53.3mpg UK |
| Quarter mile | 11.6s-1.6 s Calculated | 12.0s-1.1 s Calculated | 12.4s-0.7 s Calculated | 13.1s Calculated |
| Power-to-weight | 273hp/t204kW/t124hp/1000 lb Calculated | 238hp/t177kW/t108hp/1000 lb Calculated | 211hp/t158kW/t96hp/1000 lb Calculated | 176hp/t131kW/t80hp/1000 lb Calculated |
| Torque-to-weight | 598Nm/t400lb-ft/ton Calculated | 523Nm/t350lb-ft/ton Calculated | 467Nm/t313lb-ft/ton Calculated | 374Nm/t250lb-ft/ton Calculated |
| Estimated range | 781km485mi Calculated | 781km485mi Calculated | 781km485mi Calculated | 781km485mi Calculated |
| Displacement | 2,925cc178cu in | 2,925cc178cu in | 2,925cc178cu in | 2,925cc178cu in |
| Length | 4,988mm196in | 4,988mm196in | 4,988mm196in | 4,988mm196in |
| Width | 1,890mm74in | 1,890mm74in | 1,890mm74in | 1,890mm74in |
| Height | 1,435mm56in | 1,435mm56in | 1,435mm56in | 1,435mm56in |
| 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 |
| Trunk volume | 520L | 520L | 520L | 520L |
| Doors | 4 | 4 | 4 | 4 |
| Seats | 5 | 5 | 5 | 5 |
| Fuel tank | 50L | 50L | 50L | 50L |
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 400d (Stage 3)512 hp | 3,600-4,200 rpm | 1,200-3,200 rpm | 4,450 rpm |
| Mercedes-BenzCLS coupe (C257)CLS 400d (Stage 2)446 hp | 3,600-4,200 rpm | 1,200-3,200 rpm | 4,450 rpm |
| Mercedes-BenzCLS coupe (C257)CLS 400d (Stage 1)396 hp | 3,600-4,200 rpm | 1,200-3,200 rpm | 4,450 rpm |
| Mercedes-BenzCLS coupe (C257)CLS 400d330 hp | 3,600-4,200 rpm | 1,200-3,200 rpm | 4,450 rpm |
Estimated speed over time for selected vehicles.
| Metric | Mercedes-BenzCLS coupe (C257)CLS 400d (Stage 3)512 hp | Mercedes-BenzCLS coupe (C257)CLS 400d (Stage 2)446 hp | Mercedes-BenzCLS coupe (C257)CLS 400d (Stage 1)396 hp | Mercedes-BenzCLS coupe (C257)CLS 400d330 hp |
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| Acceleration checkpoints | ||||
0-60 mph 0-97 km/h | 3.6 s | 4.0 s | 4.3 s | 4.8 s |
0-100 km/h 0-62 mph | 3.8 s | 4.2 s | 4.5 s | 5.0 s |
0-200 km/h 0-124 mph | 11.0 s | 12.6 s | 14.1 s | 17.8 s |
0-200 mph 0-322 km/h | 77.6 s | - | - | - |
| Top speed | 323 km/h 201 mph | 308 km/h 191 mph | 296 km/h 184 mph | Unrestricted 265 km/h165 mph Restricted 250 km/h155 mph Limited |
| Drag race simulation | ||||
60 ft 18 m | 2.0 s | 2.0 s | 2.1 s | 2.2 s |
330 ft 101 m | 5.1 s | 5.3 s | 5.5 s | 5.7 s |
1/8 mile 201 m | 7.6 s | 7.9 s | 8.2 s | 8.6 s |
1000 ft 305 m | 9.8 s | 10.2 s | 10.5 s | 11.1 s |
1/4 mile 402 m | 11.6 s | 12.0 s | 12.4 s | 13.1 s |
Trap speed 1/4 mile 402 m | 206 km/h 128 mph | 196 km/h 122 mph | 188 km/h 117 mph | 175 km/h 109 mph |
Bar comparison chart for Power. Higher is better · hp / kW
| Vehicle | Value |
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| Mercedes-BenzCLS coupe (C257)CLS 400d (Stage 3)512 hp | 512 hp 381 kW |
| Mercedes-BenzCLS coupe (C257)CLS 400d (Stage 2)446 hp | 446 hp 332 kW |
| Mercedes-BenzCLS coupe (C257)CLS 400d (Stage 1)396 hp | 396 hp 295 kW |
| Mercedes-BenzCLS coupe (C257)CLS 400d330 hp | 330 hp 246 kW |
Mercedes-Benz CLS coupe (C257) CLS 400d (Stage 3) 512 hp has 182 hp more than Mercedes-Benz CLS coupe (C257) CLS 400d 330 hp.
The biggest power difference is between Mercedes-Benz CLS coupe (C257) CLS 400d 330 hp and Mercedes-Benz CLS coupe (C257) CLS 400d (Stage 3) 512 hp: 182 hp (135 kW).
Bar comparison chart for Torque. Higher is better · Nm / lb-ft
| Vehicle | Value |
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| Mercedes-BenzCLS coupe (C257)CLS 400d (Stage 3)512 hp | 1,120 Nm 826 lb-ft |
| Mercedes-BenzCLS coupe (C257)CLS 400d (Stage 2)446 hp | 980 Nm 723 lb-ft |
| Mercedes-BenzCLS coupe (C257)CLS 400d (Stage 1)396 hp | 875 Nm 645 lb-ft |
| Mercedes-BenzCLS coupe (C257)CLS 400d330 hp | 700 Nm 516 lb-ft |
Bar comparison chart for Curb weight. Lower is better · kg / lb
| Vehicle | Value |
|---|---|
| Mercedes-BenzCLS coupe (C257)CLS 400d (Stage 3)512 hp | 1,873 kg 4,129 lb |
| Mercedes-BenzCLS coupe (C257)CLS 400d (Stage 2)446 hp | 1,873 kg 4,129 lb |
| Mercedes-BenzCLS coupe (C257)CLS 400d (Stage 1)396 hp | 1,873 kg 4,129 lb |
| Mercedes-BenzCLS coupe (C257)CLS 400d330 hp | 1,873 kg 4,129 lb |
Bar comparison chart for Top speed without limiter. Higher is better · km/h / mph
| Vehicle | Value |
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| Mercedes-BenzCLS coupe (C257)CLS 400d (Stage 3)512 hp | 323 km/h 201 mph |
| Mercedes-BenzCLS coupe (C257)CLS 400d (Stage 2)446 hp | 308 km/h 191 mph |
| Mercedes-BenzCLS coupe (C257)CLS 400d (Stage 1)396 hp | 296 km/h 184 mph |
| Mercedes-BenzCLS coupe (C257)CLS 400d330 hp | Unrestricted 265 km/h165 mph Restricted 250 km/h155 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 400d (Stage 3) 512 hp and Mercedes-Benz CLS coupe (C257) CLS 400d 330 hp: 1.2 s.
The closest cars by acceleration are Mercedes-Benz CLS coupe (C257) CLS 400d (Stage 2) 446 hp and Mercedes-Benz CLS coupe (C257) CLS 400d (Stage 1) 396 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 400d (Stage 3)512 hp | 6.4 L/100 km 36.8 mpg US 44.1 mpg UK |
| Mercedes-BenzCLS coupe (C257)CLS 400d (Stage 2)446 hp | 6.4 L/100 km 36.8 mpg US 44.1 mpg UK |
| Mercedes-BenzCLS coupe (C257)CLS 400d (Stage 1)396 hp | 6.4 L/100 km 36.8 mpg US 44.1 mpg UK |
| Mercedes-BenzCLS coupe (C257)CLS 400d330 hp | 6.4 L/100 km 36.8 mpg US 44.1 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 400d (Stage 3)512 hp | 273 hp/t 204 kW/t 3.7 kg/hp |
| Mercedes-BenzCLS coupe (C257)CLS 400d (Stage 2)446 hp | 238 hp/t 177 kW/t 4.2 kg/hp |
| Mercedes-BenzCLS coupe (C257)CLS 400d (Stage 1)396 hp | 211 hp/t 158 kW/t 4.7 kg/hp |
| Mercedes-BenzCLS coupe (C257)CLS 400d330 hp | 176 hp/t 131 kW/t 5.7 kg/hp |
Bar comparison chart for Estimated range. Higher is better · km / mi
| Vehicle | Value |
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| Mercedes-BenzCLS coupe (C257)CLS 400d (Stage 3)512 hp | 781 km 485 mi |
| Mercedes-BenzCLS coupe (C257)CLS 400d (Stage 2)446 hp | 781 km 485 mi |
| Mercedes-BenzCLS coupe (C257)CLS 400d (Stage 1)396 hp | 781 km 485 mi |
| Mercedes-BenzCLS coupe (C257)CLS 400d330 hp | 781 km 485 mi |
Radar chart comparing normalized performance and fuel-consumption scores.
| Vehicle | Power | Acceleration | Top speed |
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| Mercedes-BenzCLS coupe (C257)CLS 400d (Stage 3)512 hp | 512 hp 381 kW | 3.8 s | 323 km/h 201 mph |
| Mercedes-BenzCLS coupe (C257)CLS 400d (Stage 2)446 hp | 446 hp 332 kW | 4.2 s | 308 km/h 191 mph |
| Mercedes-BenzCLS coupe (C257)CLS 400d (Stage 1)396 hp | 396 hp 295 kW | 4.5 s | 296 km/h 184 mph |
| Mercedes-BenzCLS coupe (C257)CLS 400d330 hp | 330 hp 246 kW | 5.0 s | Unrestricted 265 km/h165 mph Restricted 250 km/h155 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 400d (Stage 3)512 hp |
| 6.4 L/100 km 36.8 mpg US 44.1 mpg UK | ||||||
| Mercedes-BenzCLS coupe (C257)CLS 400d (Stage 2)446 hp |
| 6.4 L/100 km 36.8 mpg US 44.1 mpg UK | ||||||
| Mercedes-BenzCLS coupe (C257)CLS 400d (Stage 1)396 hp |
| 6.4 L/100 km 36.8 mpg US 44.1 mpg UK | ||||||
| Mercedes-BenzCLS coupe (C257)CLS 400d330 hp |
| 6.4 L/100 km 36.8 mpg US 44.1 mpg UK | ||||||
Mercedes-Benz CLS coupe (C257) CLS 400d (Stage 3) 512 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 400d (Stage 3)512 hp | 6.4 L/100 km 36.8 mpg US 44.1 mpg UK | 3.8 s |
| Mercedes-BenzCLS coupe (C257)CLS 400d (Stage 2)446 hp | 6.4 L/100 km 36.8 mpg US 44.1 mpg UK | 4.2 s |
| Mercedes-BenzCLS coupe (C257)CLS 400d (Stage 1)396 hp | 6.4 L/100 km 36.8 mpg US 44.1 mpg UK | 4.5 s |
| Mercedes-BenzCLS coupe (C257)CLS 400d330 hp | 6.4 L/100 km 36.8 mpg US 44.1 mpg UK | 5.0 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 400d (Stage 3)512 hp | 273 hp/t 204 kW/t 3.7 kg/hp | 6.4 L/100 km 36.8 mpg US 44.1 mpg UK |
| Mercedes-BenzCLS coupe (C257)CLS 400d (Stage 2)446 hp | 238 hp/t 177 kW/t 4.2 kg/hp | 6.4 L/100 km 36.8 mpg US 44.1 mpg UK |
| Mercedes-BenzCLS coupe (C257)CLS 400d (Stage 1)396 hp | 211 hp/t 158 kW/t 4.7 kg/hp | 6.4 L/100 km 36.8 mpg US 44.1 mpg UK |
| Mercedes-BenzCLS coupe (C257)CLS 400d330 hp | 176 hp/t 131 kW/t 5.7 kg/hp | 6.4 L/100 km 36.8 mpg US 44.1 mpg UK |
| Vehicle | Mercedes-BenzCLS coupe (C257)CLS 400d (Stage 3)512 hp | Mercedes-BenzCLS coupe (C257)CLS 400d (Stage 2)446 hp | Mercedes-BenzCLS coupe (C257)CLS 400d (Stage 1)396 hp | Mercedes-BenzCLS coupe (C257)CLS 400d330 hp | ||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||
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| Power | 512 hp 381 kW | 446 hp 332 kW | 396 hp 295 kW | 330 hp 246 kW | ||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||
| Torque | 1,120 Nm 826 lb-ft | 980 Nm 723 lb-ft | 875 Nm 645 lb-ft | 700 Nm 516 lb-ft | ||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||
| Acceleration | 3.8 s | 4.2 s | 4.5 s | 5.0 s | ||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||
| Top speed | 323 km/h 201 mph | 308 km/h 191 mph | 296 km/h 184 mph | Unrestricted 265 km/h165 mph Restricted 250 km/h155 mph | ||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||
| Lightness | 1,873 kg 4,129 lb | 1,873 kg 4,129 lb | 1,873 kg 4,129 lb | 1,873 kg 4,129 lb | ||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||
| Fuel consumption | 6.4 L/100 km 36.8 mpg US 44.1 mpg UK | 6.4 L/100 km 36.8 mpg US 44.1 mpg UK | 6.4 L/100 km 36.8 mpg US 44.1 mpg UK | 6.4 L/100 km 36.8 mpg US 44.1 mpg UK | ||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||
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| Range score | 781 km 485 mi | 781 km 485 mi | 781 km 485 mi | 781 km 485 mi | ||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||
| Trunk score | 520 L 18.4 cu ft | 520 L 18.4 cu ft | 520 L 18.4 cu ft | 520 L 18.4 cu ft | ||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||
| Power-to-weight score | 273 hp/t 204 kW/t 3.7 kg/hp | 238 hp/t 177 kW/t 4.2 kg/hp | 211 hp/t 158 kW/t 4.7 kg/hp | 176 hp/t 131 kW/t 5.7 kg/hp | ||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||
| Overall | Fixed score | Fixed score | Fixed score | Fixed score |
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| Vehicle | Mercedes-Benz CLS coupe (C257) CLS 400d (Stage 3) 512 hp | Mercedes-Benz CLS coupe (C257) CLS 400d (Stage 2) 446 hp | Mercedes-Benz CLS coupe (C257) CLS 400d (Stage 1) 396 hp | Mercedes-Benz CLS coupe (C257) CLS 400d 330 hp |
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| Consumption | 6.4 L/100 km36.8 mpg US44.1 mpg UK | 6.4 L/100 km36.8 mpg US44.1 mpg UK | 6.4 L/100 km36.8 mpg US44.1 mpg UK | 6.4 L/100 km36.8 mpg US44.1 mpg UK |
| Cost / 100 km | 11.20 LC100 km | 11.20 LC100 km | 11.20 LC100 km | 11.20 LC100 km |
| Cost / 100 mi | 18.02 LC100 mi | 18.02 LC100 mi | 18.02 LC100 mi | 18.02 LC100 mi |
| Annual fuel used | 960 L254 US gal211 UK gal | 960 L254 US gal211 UK gal | 960 L254 US gal211 UK gal | 960 L254 US gal211 UK gal |
| Annual fuel cost | 1,680 LC/year | 1,680 LC/year | 1,680 LC/year | 1,680 LC/year |
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