The 2009 Mercedes-Benz CLS 350 CGI Grand Edition, offered in Europe since March 2009, is a facelift (phase II) model of the 4-door rear-wheel drive (RWD) fastback style luxury sedan. It features a 3.5-liter V6 gasoline engine with direct injection and natural aspiration, producing 292 KF (288 hp / 215 kW) and 365 Nm of torque. Paired with a 7-speed 7G-Tronic automatic transmission, it accelerates from 0-100 km/h in 5.9 seconds and reaches a top speed of 262 km/h (theoretical without limiter). Its combined fuel consumption is 11.7 L/100 km. The car measures 4917 mm in length, 1873 mm in width, 1430 mm in height and weighs 1660 kg, with a fuel tank of 80 liters.
Overview
| Model: | C219 CLS 350 CGI Grand Edition |
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| Production year: | 2009 |
| Transmission: | Automatic with 7 gears |
| Starting price: | € 35,000 |
| Engine size: | 3.5 L |
| Max torque: | 365 Nm |
| Cylinders alignment: | V 6 |
| Charge system: | Direct injection Naturally aspired |
| Displacement: | 3498 cm3 |
| Max power: | 292 PS / 288 hp / 215 kW |
| Fuel type: | Gasoline |
| Fuel consumption: | 11.7 L/100km combined |
| Extra-urban: | 8.3-10 L/100km |
| City: | 14.7-17.6 L/100km |
| Emission standard: | Euro 4 |
| Body style: | Sedan 4 doors |
| 0-80 km/h: | 4 s |
| 0-100 km/h: | 5.9 s |
| 0-160 km/h: | 14.1 s |
| 0-200 km/h: | 24.8 s |
| Top speed: | 262 km/h |
| Curb weight: | 1660 kg |
| Gross weight: | 2200 kg |
| Length: | 4917 mm |
| Width: | 1873 mm |
| Height: | 1430 mm |
| Fuel capacity: | 80 litra |
Expert reviews
Consumption
68%
Safety
90%
Performance
62%
Driveability
80%
Durability
92%
Maintenance
75%
Design
85%
Summary
The Mercedes-Benz CLS 350 CGI Grand Edition (2009) facelift, available in Europe, represents the pinnacle of style, luxury and performance for its time. With its 3.5-liter V6 gasoline engine with direct injection (292 KF) and 7G-Tronic transmission, it offers very fast performance, reaching 0-100 km/h in just 5.9 seconds. Despite a combined fuel consumption of 11.7L/100km (which is to be expected for this power), the car excels in design, comfort and technology. It is an excellent choice for those looking for a luxurious and dynamic driving experience.