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2021 Mercedes-Benz CLS-Class

Used from

$142,836 excl. on-roads

Review Rating

N/A

Safety Rating

Warranty

5 year, unlimited km

Fuel Efficiency

7.8 - 8.9 L / 100km

About the Mercedes-Benz CLS-Class

Last updated Dec 18, 2024

The 2021 Mercedes-Benz CLS-Class is a Large Luxury offered in a 4D sedan body style. Used prices in Australia typically range from $142,836 for the Base variant and topping out at $189,100 for the Mercedes-amg.

There are 3 variants of the CLS available in Australia and this generation went on sale in March of 2021.

Engine options include 3.0L turbo petrol direct injection (270kW/500Nm) and 2.0L turbo petrol direct injection (220kW/400Nm). All variants feature 9-speed automatic transmission. Both four-wheel drive and rear-wheel drive configurations are available.

The 2021 CLS was offered with a 5 year, unlimited km warranty.

See Mercedes-Benz CLS-Class models from other years

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Power to Weight

125.62 - 163.42 kW/t

75.34 kW/t

253.2 kW/t

Boot Space

490 litres

370 litres

640 litres

Fuel Efficiency

7.81 - 8.93 L/100km

2.3 L/100km

12.66 L/100km

Vehicle Range

846 - 920 km

584 km

1,200 km

Price

$142,836 - $189,100

$68,900

$376,900

Warranty (Years)

5 years

3 years

5 years

Warranty (Distance)

999,999 km

100,000 km

999,999 km

Years on Sale

No Data

1 year

10 years

Service Interval

12 months

24 months

Mercedes-Benz CLS-Class News

2022 Mercedes-AMG CLS price and specs: CLS450 axed

William Stopford

2022 Mercedes-AMG CLS price and specs: CLS450 axed

The regular Mercedes-Benz CLS has been axed for 2022, leaving only the fettled Mercedes-AMG CLS 53 4Matic+ and a Limited Edition.

4 Years Ago

2021 Mercedes-Benz CLS revealed, in Australia before 2022

Scott Collie

2021 Mercedes-Benz CLS revealed, in Australia before 2022

The changes are subtle, but they're there... Meet the 2021 Mercedes-Benz CLS, in Australia late this year.

4 Years Ago

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2021 Mercedes-Benz CLS-Class Price

Base

Configuration	Price From*
3.0L, 9-speed auto, 4-door Sedan, Petrol, 4x4	$164,600
3.0L, 9-speed auto, 4-door Sedan, Petrol, 4x4	$164,476
2.0L, 9-speed auto, 4-door Sedan, Petrol, RWD	$142,836

Edition S

Configuration	Price From*
3.0L, 9-speed auto, 4-door Sedan, Petrol, 4x4	$167,812

Mercedes-AMG

Configuration	Price From*
3.0L, 9-speed auto, 4-door Sedan, Petrol, 4x4	$189,100
3.0L, 9-speed auto, 4-door Sedan, Petrol, 4x4	$188,976

*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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2021 Mercedes-Benz CLS-Class Specs

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Base

Air conditioning
- Air Conditioning Type: Fully-auto
- Climate Control Number Of Zones: 2
Airbags
- Number Of: 9
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
- Operates Above 50 Kph/30 Mph
- Operates Below 50 Kph/30 Mph
- Pedestrian & Cyclist Avoidance System
- Pedestrian Collision Mitigation Steering
- Programmable Distance
- Visual/acoustic Warning
Audio system
- Audio Player Reads Mp3
- Colour Screen
- Digital Media Card
- Digital Radio
- Radio: Am/fm
Automatic door pull shut
- Rear Boot/hatch
- Side Doors
Autonomous drive
- Active Lane Control
- Level: 2 - Partial Automation
Blind spot monitor
- Active Without Turn Signal
- Manufacturer's Code: 234
Bluetooth
- Includes Music Streaming
- Includes Phone Control
Connection to ext.entertainment devices
- Usb Connection Front
- Total Number Of Usb Connections Front: 2
Cruise control
- Acc Linked To Mapping
- Adaptive Cruise Control (acc)
- Stop/go Function: Stop & Go
Display screen
- Screen Size (in): 12.3
Door mirrors/cameras
- Colour: Painted
- Heated
- Indicator Lights
- Type: Electrically Adjustable
Door sill protector
- Illuminated
Driver modes
- Includes Engine Mapping
- Includes Stability Control
- Includes Steering
- Includes Suspension
Electric Power source
- Battery Amp-hour (ah): 18.7
- Battery Type: Lithium Ion
- Battery Voltage (v): 48
- Maximum Battery Kilowatt Hour (kwh): 0.9
Electric motor
- Electric Motor Type: Integrated Starter Generator
- Max Torque Motor Nm: 150
- Power Output Motor Hp/ps: 13.6
- Power Output Motor Kw: 10.0
Electrical system
- Voltage (v): 48
Energy recuperation
- Engine
Entertainment display screen
- Screen Size (in): 12.3
Front seat
- Electrically Adjustable
- Heated
- Height Type: Memory
- Lumbar Type: 2-way Electric
- Number Of Electrical Adjustments: 7
- Reach Type: Memory
- Reclining Type: Memory
- Thigh Support Type: Memory
- Type: Sports
Head rests
- Electric Adjustable
- Number: 3
Headlight control
- Active High Beam
- Directional Headlights
- Dusk Sensor
- Fog Light Function
- Height Adjustment: Automatic
- Matrix
Headlights
- Bulb Type (high Beam): Led
- Bulb Type (low Beam): Led
- Lens Type: Ellipsoidal
Hybrid type
- Hybrid Type: Mild Hybrid
Instrument cluster
- Head-up Display: Windscreen
- Reconfigurable
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: 1496
- Hip Room Rear (in): 58.6
- Hip Room Rear: 1488
- Shoulder Room Front (in): 57.8
- Shoulder Room Front: 1467
- Shoulder Room Rear (in): 56.5
- Shoulder Room Rear: 1436
Lane departure warning
- Activates Brakes
- Activates Steering
- Maximum Speed Kph For Operation: 200
- Maximum Speed Mph For Operation: 124
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
- Wheel
Memorized adjustment
- Door Mirror Position
- Steering Wheel Position
Mobile Integration
- Android Auto
- Apple Carplay
Navigational systems
- Controls: Knobs/touch Buttons
- Information Type: 3d And Voice
- Screen Size (in): 12.3
- Traffic Info
Paint
- Type: Metallic
Parking assistance
- Type: Full Auto Park & Perpendicular & Exit
Parking distance system
- Type: Sensor & Camera
Power locks
- Includes Power Windows
- Operation: Card Key
Power steering
- Vehicle Speed Proportional
Rear seats
- Folding: 40/20/40
- Seating Capacity: 3
- Type: Bench
Rear view mirror/camera
- Auto-dimming
Rear window
- Type: Fixed
Remote HVAC control
- Includes Phone
Remote audio controls
- Type: Steering Wheel Mounted
Remote services
- Find My Car
- Geo Fencing
- Remote Lock/unlock
- Send Destination To Car
- Speed Alert
- Theft Alert
- Vehicle Start
Responsive suspension
- Driver Selectable
- Type: Electronic
Seat upholstery
- Additional Seat Material: Leather
- Main Seat Material: Leather
Seating
- Seating Capacity: 5
- Seating Configuration: 2+3
Secondary engine power
- Maximum Power Hp/ps: 367
- Maximum Power Kw: 270
- Maximum Torque Nm: 500
- Rpm For Maximum Power (low): 5500
- Rpm For Maximum Torque (low): 1600
Smart card / smart key
- Includes Keyless Entry
- Includes Keyless Start
- Type: Automatic
Speakers
- Brand Name: Burmester
- Number Of: 13
- Subwoofer
Steering wheel
- Electric Adjustment
- Height Adjustment
- Multi-function
- Telescopic Adjustment
- Type: Alloy & Leather
Sunroof
- Operation: Remote
- Type: Glass
Telematics
- Advanced Auto Collision Notification
- Breakdown Assistance
- Connection Type: Via Sim In Vehicle
- Tracker System
Vanity mirror
- Illuminated
Ventilation system
- Ion Filtering
- Digital Display
- Fragrance Diffuser
- Heater Type: Combustion
Voice activating system
- Includes Air Conditioning
- Includes Audio Player
- Includes Navigation System
- Includes Phone Functions
- Virtual Assistant: Other
Warranty anti-corrosion
- Distance: Unlimited Km
- Duration (months): 60
Warranty electric systems
- Distance (km): Unlimited Km
- Duration (months): 36
Warranty powertrain - OEM
- Distance (km): Unlimited Km
- Duration (months): 60
Warranty powertrain - Total
- Distance: Unlimited Km
- Duration (months): 60
Warranty roadside assistance
- Distance: Unlimited Km
- Duration (months): 60
Warranty whole vehicle - OEM
- Distance (km): Unlimited Km
- Duration (months): 60
Warranty whole vehicle - Total
- Distance: Unlimited Km
- Duration (months): 60
Windscreen wipers
- Intermittent Wipe: Automatic
- Rain Sensor

Edition S

Adds to Base:

Electric motor
- Max Torque Motor Nm: 250
- Power Output Motor Hp/ps: 21.8
- Power Output Motor Kw: 16.0
Front seat
- Active/massage
- Ventilated
Seat upholstery
- Additional Seat Material: Premium Leather
- Main Seat Material: Premium Leather

Removes from Base:

Electric motor
- Max Torque Motor Nm: 150
- Power Output Motor Hp/ps: 13.6
- Power Output Motor Kw: 10.0
Lane departure warning
- Activates Steering
Seat upholstery
- Additional Seat Material: Leather
- Main Seat Material: Leather

Mercedes-AMG

Adds to Edition S:

Alternate suspension
- Type: Sport
Black trim
- Around Side Windows
Door mirrors/cameras
- Colour: Toned
Low tyre pressure indicator
- Displays Pressure
Luxury trim
- On Doors: Alloy
Power steering
- Active Rack
Sport exhaust pipe
- Driver Controlled Valve Flap

Removes from Edition S:

Door mirrors/cameras
- Colour: Painted
Front seat
- Ventilated
Luxury trim
- On Doors: Wood Or Woodlook
Secondary engine power
- Maximum Power Hp/ps: 367
- Maximum Power Kw: 270
- Maximum Torque Nm: 500
- Rpm For Maximum Power (low): 5500
- Rpm For Maximum Torque (low): 1600

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2021 Mercedes-Benz CLS-Class Dimensions

1435mm

1890mm

4988mm

The dimensions shown above are for the base model.

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2021 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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2021 Mercedes-Benz CLS-Class Gallery

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2021 Mercedes-Benz CLS-Class Fuel Economy

There are 3 different fuel economy figures for the Mercedes-Benz CLS-Class

The most fuel efficient Mercedes-Benz CLS-Class is the Base with a 9-speed Automatic which is powered by a 2.0L TURBO PETROL DIRECT INJECTION and uses 7.8L of premium unleaded per 100km on the combined cycle.

The Mercedes-Benz CLS-Class that uses the most amount of fuel is the Mercedes-AMG with a 9-speed Automatic which is powered by a 3.0L TURBO PETROL DIRECT INJECTION and uses 8.9L of premium unleaded per 100km on the combined rural and urban test cycle.

Mercedes-Benz CLS-Class	Fuel Type	Combined
3.0L, 9-speed auto, 4-door Sedan, Petrol, 4x4	Premium Unleaded	8.7 L/100km
2.0L, 9-speed auto, 4-door Sedan, Petrol, RWD	Premium Unleaded	7.8 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.

2021 Mercedes-Benz CLS-Class Warranty

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

The Mercedes-Benz CLS-Class offers a 5 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.