Used 2013 Mercedes-Benz CLS-Class Consumer Reviews
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We have a limited number of reviews for the 2013 CLS-Class, so we've included reviews for other years of the CLS-Class since its last redesign.
Another flawless car
John R, 01/16/2022
2012 Mercedes-Benz CLS-Class CLS550 4MATIC 4dr Sedan AWD (4.7L 8cyl Turbo 7A)
7 of 7 people found this review helpful
Being a fan of this particular W218, I ordered new with every option available, including a Designo package. Back then, the Designo wasn’t very prominent but I wanted the very best, this class had to offer. To this day with only 45k miles, it’s never been in the shop for a single issue. It’s been serviced and had only OEM MO replacement tires. It’s never had to have aligned or brakes or any physical damage whatsoever. It’s as perfect as the day I picked it up. I find that people are always asking, did I get it? I find cars today aren’t pretty or sexy. Most people buy SUV’s because they are sheep. I buy cars that are art and inspire emotion. Most of these are just basic and most of them don’t last. I usually trade every 2-3 years but I haven’t found anything I like as well. As amazing as the new technology is on the never versions, they are not esthetically pleasing. It’s hard to find one even 9 years later, (unless you buy a 63) that cost 96k. This was an S Class with youth. I even had the engine tuned to put out almost 650hp. I couldn’t have ever asked for a mow beautifully designed of better built car. I hear people complain about build quality or cheap materials but unless you buy the upper end, you’ll get what you pay for. To me, it’s all in how you maintain and keep your cars. They are like children, you raise them properly and you’ll have a good person, you raise them poorly, (or to the “best of your ability”) and you have nothing but trouble and disappointment.
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3 Stars
Dan, 05/10/2019
2013 Mercedes-Benz CLS-Class CLS550 4dr Sedan (4.7L 8cyl Turbo 7A)
18 of 23 people found this review helpful
Car is stunning, inside and out. It is powerful, fun, and got me a lot of compliments. I owned the vehicle for 15 months, and, in that time, had 3 sets of tires on the vehicle (in approximately 18000 miles). Pirelli, Michelin, and Firestone Indy 500’s. Car left me stranded twice after hitting minor road inconsistencies, completely destroying multiple tires and cracking/denting rims. Both times I was going under 40 MPH. Wheels and tires are not cheap... Each time, I watched tons of cars pass me, hitting the same pothole and cruising on by. Unfortunately, this is not only a dangerous but incredibly frustrating and inconvenient. I traded in the car, lost a bunch of money, and got something I don’t have anxiety driving anymore. My buddy’s mom said she had the same issue (same exact vehicle) and switched out as well. I would recommend the vehicle if you live somewhere where the roads are perfectly maintained, if such a place exists. It’s unfortunate, because I have no other complaints about the vehicle at all. Just a heads up, watch out for any inconsistencies in the road!
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best sedan/coupe I've driven
hgoldstein, 12/30/2012
2013 Mercedes-Benz CLS-Class CLS550 4MATIC 4dr Sedan AWD (4.7L 8cyl Turbo 7A)
23 of 30 people found this review helpful
Tested the Audi s7, BMW 6, Jaguar and then clearly decided on the CLS 4 matic. Incredible design inside and out. Perfect driving in terms of handling, pick up and comfort. Keep getting compliments almost every time I take it for a drive. Could hardly recommend it more highly.
Beautiful but a little fragile
adm77450, 05/02/2013
2013 Mercedes-Benz CLS-Class CLS550 4dr Sedan (4.7L 8cyl Turbo 7A)
15 of 19 people found this review helpful
Overall very pleased with the CLS. Looks to kill. Really makes a statement. However, does not handle rough roads very well especially with the AMG tire and rim package. Glad I bought the road hazard coverage.
Sporty and classy
DT Angeles, 11/19/2020
2013 Mercedes-Benz CLS-Class CLS550 4dr Sedan (4.7L 8cyl Turbo 7A)
4 of 4 people found this review helpful
Very sporty and classy. Give a two door coupe feel but with the convenience of having back seats and a pretty big trunk
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