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Overview
The 2009 Mercedes-Benz CLS-Class Base is a rear-wheel drive, 4-door Coupe that was released to the New Zealand market on 4th January 1970. The Mercedes-Benz CLS-Class is regarded as a large Car built in Germany with prices starting at $192,900 before on-road costs.
This Mercedes-Benz CLS-Class is powered by a 5.5L 8-cylinder engine that has 285 kW of power (at 6000 rpm) and 530 Nm of torque (at 2800 rpm) via a Seven-speed Automatic transmission. Mercedes-Benz claims the CLS Base uses 11.6L/100km of Premium Unleaded in the combined city and highway cycle while putting out 280g of CO2. It has a 80L fuel tank, meaning it should be able to travel 690km per full tank
The Mercedes-Benz CLS-Class measures 1403mm (55.2 inches) in height, 4917mm (193.6 inches) in length, 1873mm (73.7 inches) in width with a 2854mm (112.4 inches) wheelbase that brings about a total of 1835kg (4045.5 lbs) of unladen weight. The CLS Base comes standard with 245/40 R18 front tyres and 245/40 R18 rear tyres. It has a 36 month, unlimited km warranty.
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Power to Weight
90.91 - 198.43 kW/t
85.83 kW/t
198.43 kW/t
Boot Space
495 - 505 litres
495 litres
546 litres
Fuel Efficiency
11.6 - 14.5 L/100km
7.5 L/100km
14.5 L/100km
Warranty (Years)
3 years
3 years
Warranty (Distance)
Unlimited
Unlimited
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Dimensions
4,917 mm
1,873 mm
1,403 mm
| Specification | Measurement |
|---|---|
| Overall Length | 4,917 mm |
| Overall Width | 1,873 mm |
| Overall Height | 1,403 mm |
| Wheelbase | 2,854 mm |
| Load Capacity | 465 mm |
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Explore Mercedes-Benz CLS-Class Features & Specs
Emission Control Level
CO2 Level (Combined): 280
Standard Met: EU4
Engine
Bore Engine: 98
Engine (cc): 5461
Compression Ratio: 10
Engine Configuration: V
Engine (L): 5.5
Engine Location: Front
Number of Cylinders: 8
Number of Valves per Cylinder: 4
Engine Orientation: Longitudinal
Stroke Engine: 90.5
Valve Gear Type: Double Overhead Cam
Variable Valve Timing Camshaft: yes
Fuel
Generic Primary Fuel Type: Petrol
Fuel Type: Premium Unleaded
Octane Number: 95
Fuel System
Injection Carburetion: Multi-Point Injection
Fuel Tanks
Main Capacity Gal: 21.1
Main Capacity (L): 80
Main Fuel Type: Premium Unleaded
Main Type: Main
Computer
Average Fuel Consumption: yes
Average Speed: yes
Range for Remaining Fuel: yes
Fuel Consumption
ADR 81/02 Combined (L/100km): 11.6
ADR 81/02 Combined (mpg): 20
ADR 81/02 Standard: Adr 81/02
ECE 99/100 Combined (L/100km): 11.6
ECE 99/100 Combined (mpg): 20
ECE 99/100 Country Highway (L/100km): 8.5
ECE 99/100 Country Highway (mpg): 28
ECE 99/100 Standard: Ece 99/100
ECE 99/100 Urban (L/100km): 17
ECE 99/100 Urban (mpg): 14
Fuel Economy
ADR 81/02 (L/100km): 11.6
Performance
Acceleration 0 To 100 km/h: 5.4
Maximum Speed (km/h): 250
Maximum Speed (mph): 155
Power
Maximum Power (hp/PS): 388
Maximum Power (kW): 285
Maximum Torque (Nm): 530
Measurement Standard: EEC
Rpm For Maximum Power Low: 6000
Rpm For Maximum Torque Low: 2800
Drive
Driven Wheels: Rear
Electronic Traction Control
Controlled By: Abs & Engine Management
Transmission
Description: Automatic With Manual Mode
Manual Mode: yes
Number of Speeds: 7
Shift Lever Location: Floor
Type: Automatic
Disc Brakes
Number of Disc Brakes: 4
Number of Ventilated Disc Brakes: 4
Steering Wheel
Height Adjustment: yes
Telescopic Adjustment: yes
Type: Leather Covered
Suspension
Location: Front
Front Spring Type: air
Front Stabilizer Bar: yes
Front Type: Wishbone
Front Wheel Dependence: Independent
Location: Rear
Rear Spring Type: air
Rear Stabilizer Bar: yes
Rear Type: Multi-Link
Rear Wheel Dependence: Independent
Suspension Levelling
Location: Front
Front Operation: Automatic
Location: Rear
Rear Operation: Automatic
Tires
Front Wheels Tire Extra Load: ?
Location: Front
Front Wheels Tire Profile: 40
Front Wheels Tire Speed Rating: W
Front Wheels Tire Type: Conventional/Summer
Front Wheels Tire Width: 245
Rear Wheels Tire Extra Load: ?
Rear Wheels Tire Location: Rear
Rear Wheels Tire Profile: 40
Rear Wheels Tire Speed Rating: W
Rear Wheels Tire Type: Conventional/Summer
Rear Wheels Tire Width: 245
Wheels
Location: Front
Front Wheels Rim Diameter (In): 18
Front Wheels Rim Type: Alloy
Front Wheels Rim Width (In): 8.5
Location: Rear
Rear Rim Diameter (In): 18
Rear Rim Type: Alloy
Rear Wheels Rim Width (In): 8.5
Body Style
Body Type: Sedan
Local Body Type: Coupe
Platform Code: W219
Bumpers
Front Bumper Colour: Painted
Location: Front
Rear Bumper Colour: Painted
Location: Rear
Cargo Capacity
Rear Seat Up to Lower Window (cu ft): 17.5
Rear Seat Up to Lower Window (L): 495
External Dimensions
Front Track (in): 62.7
Front Track (mm): 1593
Overall Height (in): 55.2
Overall Height (mm): 1403
Overall Length (in): 193.6
Overall Length (mm): 4917
Overall Width (in): 73.7
Overall Width (mm): 1873
Rear Track (in): 63.1
Rear Track (mm): 1603
Wall to Wall Turning Circle (ft): 36.7
Wall to Wall Turning Circle (mm): 11200
Wheelbase (in): 112.4
Wheelbase (mm): 2854
Internal Dimensions
Front Headroom (in): 38.4
Front Headroom (mm): 975
Rear Headroom (in): 36.4
Rear Headroom (mm): 924
Front Hip Room (in): 58
Front Hip Room (mm): 1472
Rear Hip Room (in): 57.6
Rear Hip Room (mm): 1464
Front Shoulder Room (in): 56.3
Front Shoulder Room (mm): 1429
Rear Shoulder Room (in): 56
Rear Shoulder Room (mm): 1422
Doors
Location: Driver
Driver Door Type: Front Hinged
Location: Passenger
Passenger Door Type: Front Hinged
Location: Rear Driver
Rear Driver Door Type: Front Hinged
Location: Rear Passenger
Rear Passenger Door Type: Front Hinged
Headlight Control
Directional Headlights: yes
Dusk Sensor: yes
Internal Height Adjustment: yes
Headlights
Low Beam Bulb Type: Bi-Xenon
Paint
Type: Metallic
Door Mirrors/Cameras
Driver Door Mirrors/Cameras Colour: Painted
Mirrors/Cameras Location: Driver
Driver Door Mirrors/Cameras Type: Electrically Adjustable
Passenger Door Mirrors/Cameras Colour: Painted
Mirrors/Cameras Location: Passenger
Passenger Door Mirrors/Cameras Type: Electrically Adjustable
Power Windows
Front Electric Windows: Front
Rear Electric Windows: Rear
Rear View Mirror Camera
Auto Dimming: yes
Windshield Wipers
Rain Sensor Windshield Wipers: yes
Weights
Gross Vehicle Weight (kg): 2300
Gross Vehicle Weight (lb): 5071
Published Kerb Weight (kg): 1835
Published Kerb Weight (lb): 4046
Audio System
Brand Name: Harman/Kardon
CD Player Reads MP3: yes
Disc Autochanger: yes
Autochanger Disc Capacity: 6
Graphic Equaliser: yes
In-Dash CD: yes
Radio Type: Am/Fm
System Type: Stereo
Watts Per Channel: 600
Disc Player
Centre Console Capacity: 6
Location: Centre Console
Remote Audio Controls
Type: Steering Wheel Mounted
Speakers
Number of Speakers: 12
Bluetooth
Type: Bluetooth
Parking Distance System
Location: Front
Location: Rear
Power Outlet 12V
Location (12V): Front
Location (12V): Rear
Reading Lights
Location: Rear
Vanity Mirror
Driver Mirror Illuminated: yes
Driver Mirror Location: Driver
Passenger Mirror Illuminated: yes
Location: Passenger
Luxury Trim
Centre Floor Console: Wood/Woodgrain
Doors: Leather
Gear Selector: Alloy & Leather
Instrument Panel: Wood/Woodgrain
Front Airbag
Location: Driver
Location: Passenger
Front Seat Belts
Driver Height Adjustable: yes
Driver Operation: Reel
Driver Pre Tensioners: yes
Driver Seat Position: Driver
Driver Type: 3-Point
Passenger Height Adjustable: yes
Passenger Operation: Reel
Passenger Pre Tensioners: yes
Passenger Seat Position: Passenger
Passenger Type: 3-Point
Head Restraints
Front Seats Active: yes
Front Seats Electric Adjustable: yes
Front Seats Location: Front Seats
Rear Seats Location: Rear Seats
Rear Seats Number: 2
Rear Seat Belts
Driver Operation: Reel
Driver Seat Position: Driver
Driver Type: 3-Point
Passenger Operation: Reel
Passenger Seat Position: Passenger
Passenger Type: 3-Point
Side Airbag
Location: Front
Side Curtain Airbag
Location: Front And Rear
Front Seat
Driver Front Seat Power Adjustable: yes
Driver Front Seat Fore/Aft Adjustment: yes
Driver Front Seat Heated: yes
Driver Front Seat Height Adjustment: yes
Location: Driver
Driver Front Seat Lumbar Adjustment: yes
Driver Front Seat Reclining: yes
Driver Front Seat Tilt Adjustment: yes
Driver Front Seat Type: Bucket
Passenger Front Seat Power Adjustable: yes
Passenger Front Seat Fore/Aft Adjustment: yes
Passenger Front Seat Heated: yes
Passenger Front Seat Height Adjustment: yes
Location: Passenger
Passenger Front Seat Reclining: yes
Passenger Front Seat Tilt Adjustment: yes
Passenger Front Seat Type: Bucket
Seat Upholstery
Additional Seat Material: Leather
Main Seat Material: Leather
Seating
Capacity: 4
Air Conditioning
Fully Automated Climate Control: yes
Secondary Ventilation Controls
Passenger Seat Location: Passenger Seat
Rear Seats Location: Rear Seats
Ventilation System
Digital Display: yes
Anti-Theft Protection
Peripheral: yes
Power Locks
Operation: Remote
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