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2016 Mercedes-Benz CLS 350 BlueTEC C218 (Automatic / 9 Speed) RWD [2014-2017]

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Overview

2016 Mercedes-Benz CLS 350 BlueTEC C218 (Automatic / 9 Speed) RWD [2014-2017]

The 2016 Mercedes-Benz CLS 350 BlueTEC C218, offered in Europe since July 2014, is a 4-door luxury sedan with a 3.0-liter V6 Turbocharged engine that produces 258 KF / 255 hp / 190 kW and 620 Nm of torque. With 9-speed automatic transmission (9G-TRONIC) and rear-wheel drive (RWD), it reaches 0-100 km/h in 6.2 seconds and has a top speed of 257 km/h (theoretical without limiter). Average combined consumption is 7.9 L/100km. Its length is 4937 mm, width 1881 mm, height 1418 mm, and weight 1770 kg. It has a fuel capacity of 59 liters.

Model:C218 CLS 350 BlueTEC
Production year:2016
Transmission:Automatic with 9 gears
Starting price:€ 32,000
Engine size:3.0 L
Max torque:620 Nm
Cylinders alignment:V 6
Charge system:Turbocharged
Displacement:2987 cm3
Max power:258 PS / 255 hp / 190 kW
Fuel type:Diesel
Fuel consumption:7.9 L/100km combined
Extra-urban:5.5-6.6 L/100km
City:10-12 L/100km
Emission standard:Euro 6
Body style:Sedan 4 doors
0-80 km/h:4.2 s
0-100 km/h:6.2 s
0-160 km/h:15.7 s
0-200 km/h:28.2 s
Top speed:257 km/h
Curb weight:1770 kg
Gross weight:2330 kg
Length:4937 mm
Width:1881 mm
Height:1418 mm
Fuel capacity:59 litra

Expert reviews

Consumption
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Safety
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Performance
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Driveability
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Durability
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Maintenance
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Design
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Summary

Mercedes-Benz CLS 350 BlueTEC C218 (2016), intended for the European market, represents one of the most powerful diesel options in the CLS series. The 3.0-liter V6 Turbocharged engine (258 KF) provides an excellent combination of power and pulling force (620 Nm), allowing an acceleration of 0-100 km/h in 6.2 seconds. The 9G-TRONIC automatic transmission with 9 gears offers quick and smooth shifts, while the combined consumption of 7.9 L/100km is impressive for this level of performance. Its strengths are considerable power, premium class comfort and relatively high efficiency. It is the ideal choice for those looking for a luxury diesel sedan that offers superior performance, high quality and economy, especially for long journeys.

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