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2018 Mercedes-Benz CLS-Class

Used from

$115,355 excl. on-roads

Review Rating

N/A

Safety Rating

Warranty

3 year, unlimited km

Fuel Efficiency

5.4 - 10 L / 100km

About the Mercedes-Benz CLS-Class

Last updated Dec 18, 2024

The 2018 Mercedes-Benz CLS-Class is a Large Luxury offered in both 4D sedan and 5D station wagon body styles. Used prices in Australia typically range from $115,355 for the Base variant and topping out at $250,456 for the Mercedes-amg S.

There are 2 variants of the CLS available in Australia and this generation went on sale in July of 2018.

Engine options include 4.7L turbo petrol direct injection (300kW/600Nm), 2.1L turbo diesel common rail (150kW/500Nm), 3.0L turbo petrol direct injection (245kW/480Nm) and 5.5L turbo petrol direct injection (430kW/800Nm). Available with 9-speed automatic or 7-speed automatic transmissions. All variants feature rear-wheel drive.

The 2018 CLS was offered with a 3 year, unlimited km warranty.

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A solid choice that does most things well. Comfortable, capable, and worth considering in this segment.

Average

Meets the standard for this segment. May not stand out, but still a dependable and reasonable option.

Below Average

Falls a bit behind others in the segment, but still passes safety checks and may suit specific needs or budgets.

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Power to Weight

81.56 - 233.26 kW/t

75.34 kW/t

241.17 kW/t

Boot Space

520 - 590 litres

410 litres

640 litres

Fuel Efficiency

5.41 - 10 L/100km

2.3 L/100km

11.36 L/100km

Vehicle Range

800 - 1,481 km

584 km

1,738 km

Price

$115,355 - $250,456

$68,900

$371,990

Warranty (Years)

3 years

4 years

Warranty (Distance)

999,999 km

100,000 km

999,999 km

Years on Sale

20 years

3 years

31 years

Service Interval

12 months

24 months

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2018 Mercedes-Benz CLS-Class Price

Base

Configuration	Price From*
4.7L, 9-speed auto, 4-door Sedan, Petrol, RWD	$115,355
2.1L, 7-speed auto, 5-door Station Wagon, Diesel, RWD	$115,355
2.1L, 7-speed auto, 4-door Sedan, Diesel, RWD	$115,355
4.7L, 9-speed auto, 5-door Station Wagon, Petrol, RWD	$115,355
3.0L, 9-speed auto, 4-door Sedan, Petrol, RWD	$115,355

Mercedes-AMG S

Configuration	Price From*
5.5L, 7-speed auto, 4-door Sedan, Petrol, RWD	$250,456

*excl. on-roads

All Mercedes-Benz CLS-Class Pricing

Year	Price From*	Price To*
2024	$182,791	$196,791
2023	$182,791	$196,791
2022	$164,476	$197,600
2021	$142,836	$189,100
2020	$142,836	$186,800

*excl. on-roads

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2018 Mercedes-Benz CLS-Class Specs

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Base

Air conditioning
- Air Conditioning Type: Fully-auto
- Climate Control Number Of Zones: 2
- Rear Control For Climate Control
Airbags
- Number Of: 11
Anti collision system
- Activates Brake Lights
- Activates Seat Belts
- Automatic Emergency Braking
- Brakes At Low Speed: Front
- Driver Monitor
- Minimum Speed To Activate (kph): 7
- Pedestrian & Cyclist Avoidance System
- Visual/acoustic Warning
Audio system
- Colour Screen
- Digital Media Card
- Digital Radio
- Disc Player Reads Mp3
- In-dash Cd
- Radio: Am/fm
Blind spot monitor
- Manufacturer's Name: Active Blind Spot Assist
Blind
- Type: Electric
Bluetooth
- Includes Music Streaming
- Includes Phone Control
Cargo area cover/rear parcel shelf
- Type: Flexible
Connection to ext.entertainment devices
- Usb Connection Front
- Ipod Front
Cruise control
- Adaptive Cruise Control (acc)
- Stop/go Function: Stop & Go
Display screen
- Control Type: Touch Pad
- Screen Size (in): 8.0
Door mirrors/cameras
- Auto-dimming
- Colour: Painted
- Heated
- Indicator Lights
- Type: Electrically Adjustable
Driver modes
- Includes Suspension
Electrical system
- Voltage (v): 12
Entertainment display screen
- Dvd
- Screen Size (in): 8.0
- Television
Front seat
- Active/massage
- Electrically Adjustable
- Heated
- Height Type: Memory
- Lumbar Type: 2-way Electric
- Reach Type: Memory
- Reclining Type: Memory
- Type: Bucket
- Ventilated
Head rests
- Active
- Electric Adjustable
- Number: 2
Headlight control
- Active High Beam
- Directional Headlights
- Dusk Sensor
- Fog Light Function
- Height Adjustable
- Height Adjustment: Automatic
Headlights
- Bulb Type (high Beam): Led
- Bulb Type (low Beam): Led
- Lens Type: Ellipsoidal
Internal Memory /HD
- Storage Capacity (gb): 200.00
Internal dimensions
- Headroom Front (in): 40.1
- Headroom Front: 1018
- Headroom Rear (in): 36.5
- Headroom Rear: 927
- Hip Room Front (in): 58.9
- Hip Room Front: 1495
- Hip Room Rear (in): 58.8
- Hip Room Rear: 1494
- Shoulder Room Front (in): 57.2
- Shoulder Room Front: 1453
- Shoulder Room Rear (in): 56.5
- Shoulder Room Rear: 1435
Lane departure warning
- Activates Brakes
Luxury trim
- On Centre Floor Console: Wood Or Woodlook
- On Dash: Wood Or Woodlook
- On Doors: Wood Or Woodlook
- On Handbrake Grip: None
Media control
- Touch Pad
Memorized adjustment
- Door Mirror Position
- Steering Wheel Position
Mobile Integration
- Apple Carplay
Navigational systems
- Controls: Knobs/touch Buttons
- Information Type: 3d And Voice
- Screen Size (in): 8.0
- Traffic Info
Paint
- Type: Metallic
Parking assistance
- Type: Full Automatic Parking
Parking distance system
- Type: Sensor & Camera
Power locks
- Operation: Card Key
Power steering
- Active Rack
- Vehicle Speed Proportional
Rear door
- Type: Lifting Gate
Rear seats
- Folding: 50/50
- Seating Capacity: 2
- Type: Bench/sports
Rear view mirror/camera
- Auto-dimming
Rear window
- Type: Fixed
- Wipers: Intermittent
Remote audio controls
- Type: Steering Wheel Mounted
Responsive suspension
- Driver Selectable
- Type: Electronic
Seat upholstery
- Additional Seat Material: Leather
- Main Seat Material: Leather
Seating
- Seating Capacity: 4
- Seating Configuration: 2+2
Smart card / smart key
- Includes Keyless Entry
- Includes Keyless Start
- Type: Automatic
Spare wheel
- Type: Spacesaver
Speakers
- Brand Name: Harman/kardon
- Number Of: 15
- Subwoofer
Steering wheel
- Electric Adjustment
- Height Adjustment
- Telescopic Adjustment
- Type: Wood & Leather
Sunroof
- Operation: Electric
- Type: Glass
Suspension levelling
- Operation: Automatic
Vanity mirror
- Illuminated
Ventilation system
- Digital Display
Voice activating system
- Includes Audio Player
- Includes Navigation System
- Includes Phone Functions
Warranty anti-corrosion
- Distance: Unlimited Km
- Duration (months): 36
Warranty powertrain - OEM
- Distance (km): Unlimited Km
- Duration (months): 36
Warranty powertrain - Total
- Distance: Unlimited Km
- Duration (months): 36
Warranty roadside assistance
- Distance: Unlimited Km
- Duration (months): 36
Warranty whole vehicle - OEM
- Distance (km): Unlimited Km
- Duration (months): 36
Warranty whole vehicle - Total
- Distance: Unlimited Km
- Duration (months): 36
Windscreen wipers
- Intermittent Wipe: Automatic
- Rain Sensor

Mercedes-AMG S

Adds to Base:

Air conditioning
- Climate Control Number Of Zones: 3
Alternate suspension
- Type: Sport
Driver modes
- Includes Engine Mapping
- Includes Stability Control
Front seat
- Number Of Electrical Adjustments: 9
- Type: Sports
Limited slip differential
- Type: Mechanical
Luxury trim
- On Centre Floor Console: Wood & Leather
- On Dash: Wood & Leather
- On Doors: Wood & Leather
- On Gear Selector: Leather
Steering wheel
- Type: Alloy & Leather

Removes from Base:

Air conditioning
- Climate Control Number Of Zones: 2
Cargo area cover/rear parcel shelf
- Type: Flexible
Front seat
- Type: Bucket
Luxury trim
- On Centre Floor Console: Wood Or Woodlook
- On Dash: Wood Or Woodlook
- On Doors: Wood Or Woodlook
Power steering
- Active Rack
Rear door
- Type: Lifting Gate
Rear window
- Wipers: Intermittent
Steering wheel
- Type: Wood & Leather

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2018 Mercedes-Benz CLS-Class Dimensions

1416mm

1881mm

4937mm

The dimensions shown above are for the base model.

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2018 Mercedes-Benz CLS-Class Towing Capacity

Year	Braked Capacity from	Braked Capacity to
2024	1900Kg	1900Kg
2023	1900Kg	1900Kg
2022	1900Kg	1900Kg
2021	1900Kg	1900Kg
2020	1900Kg	1900Kg

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2018 Mercedes-Benz CLS-Class Fuel Economy

There are 6 different fuel economy figures for the Mercedes-Benz CLS-Class

The most fuel efficient Mercedes-Benz CLS-Class is the Base with a 7-speed Automatic which is powered by a 2.1L TURBO DIESEL COMMON RAIL and uses 5.4L of diesel per 100km on the combined cycle.

The Mercedes-Benz CLS-Class that uses the most amount of fuel is the Mercedes-AMG S with a 7-speed Automatic which is powered by a 5.5L TURBO PETROL DIRECT INJECTION and uses 10L of premium unleaded per 100km on the combined rural and urban test cycle.

Below is a table of all the Mercedes-Benz CLS-Class variants and their fuel economy figures. Click below the table to see an expansion and additional details, including specific usage for city and highway driving.

Mercedes-Benz CLS-Class	Fuel Type	Combined
4.7L, 9-speed auto, 4-door Sedan, Petrol, RWD	Premium Unleaded	8.6 L/100km
2.1L, 7-speed auto, 5-door Station Wagon, Diesel, RWD	Diesel	5.6 L/100km
2.1L, 7-speed auto, 4-door Sedan, Diesel, RWD	Diesel	5.4 L/100km
4.7L, 9-speed auto, 5-door Station Wagon, Petrol, RWD	Premium Unleaded	8.9 L/100km
3.0L, 9-speed auto, 4-door Sedan, Petrol, RWD	Premium Unleaded	8.0 L/100km

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Cost of ownership

What are the running and servicing costs of a Mercedes-Benz CLS-Class?

You should service your CLS at your authorised Mercedes-Benz dealer or service centre, however servicing it at third party mechanics that follow OEM servicing instructions should not impact the CLS's warranty.

2018 Mercedes-Benz CLS-Class Warranty

What is the warranty on a Mercedes-Benz CLS-Class?

The Mercedes-Benz CLS-Class offers a 3 year unlimited km warranty. This is separate to the warranty on offer under Australian Consumer Law which can be greater for certain parts based on what is deemed as a reasonable period of time.