Used 2021 Mercedes-Benz CLS-Class Sedan Trims Comparison
Trim level differences
The CLS is a four-door luxury sedan with a fastback roofline. It comes in one of two trim levels: the CLS 450 or the AMG CLS 53. Both models use a turbocharged 3.0-liter six-cylinder engine. Rear-wheel drive is standard on the CLS 450, with optional all-wheel drive (Mercedes' 4Matic). All-wheel drive is standard on the AMG CLS 53. Highlight features include:
Which CLS-Class trim does Edmunds recommend?
Go for the AMG CLS 53 to make the most of the stylish and powerful ethos of the CLS. This top-level version comes with a serious bump in horsepower over the base model, plus sporty upgrades and AMG interior trimmings to add an air of exclusivity. If you're already considering a luxury sedan big on personality, why not go all the way?
Compare trims side-by-side
Comparing average pricing near
Columbus, OH
Vehicle | CLS-Class CLS 450 | CLS-Class CLS 450 4MATIC | CLS-Class AMG CLS 53 |
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Vehicle | Editors' Pick AMG CLS 53 3.0L 6cyl Twincharger gas/electric mild hybrid 9A See all CLS-Class AMG CLS 53 for sale | ||
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Section Title | Features | Features | Features |
Bluetooth | standard | standard | standard |
Navigation | standard | standard | standard |
Satellite radio | Not Available | Not Available | standard |
Keyless Ignition | standard | standard | standard |
Cruise control | standard | standard | standard |
Adaptive cruise control | optional | optional | optional |
Parking assistance | optional | optional | standard |
Upholstery | leather | leather | leatherette/sueded microfiber |
Heated seats | standard | standard | standard |
Cooled/Ventilated seats | optional | optional | optional |
Folding rear seats | standard | standard | standard |
Sunroof | standard | standard | standard |
Section Title | Specifications | Specifications | Specifications |
Drivetrain | rear wheel drive | all wheel drive | all wheel drive |
Engine power | 362 hp @ 5,500 rpm | 362 hp @ 5,500 rpm | 429 hp @ 6,100 rpm |
Engine torque | 369 lb-ft @ 1,600 rpm | 369 lb-ft @ 1,600 rpm | 384 lb-ft @ 1,800 rpm |
Engine displacement | 3.0 l | 3.0 l | 3.0 l |
Engine configuration | inline 6 | inline 6 | inline 6 |
Transmission | 9-speed shiftable automatic | 9-speed shiftable automatic | 9-speed shiftable automatic |
Tire size | 245/40R19 (FRONT)
275/35R19 (REAR) | 245/40R19 (FRONT)
275/35R19 (REAR) | 245/40R19 (FRONT)
275/35R19 (REAR) |
Wheel size | 19 X 8.0-in (Front)
19 X 9.0-in (Rear) | 19 X 8.0-in (Front)
19 X 9.0-in (Rear) | 19 X 8.0-in (Front)
19 X 9.0-in (Rear) |
Wheel type | alloy wheels | alloy wheels | painted alloy wheels |
Run flat tires | standard | standard | standard |
Section Title | Fuel economy | Fuel economy | Fuel economy |
City/Hwy/Combined MPG | 23 / 30 / 26 MPG | 22 / 29 / 25 MPG | 21 / 26 / 23 MPG |
City/Hwy/Combined MPGe | Not applicable | Not applicable | Not applicable |
Fuel Capacity | 21.1 gal. | 21.1 gal. | 21.1 gal. |
Driving Range (city/hwy) | 485 / 633 miles | 464 / 612 miles | 443 / 549 miles |
Fuel Type | premium unleaded (required) | premium unleaded (required) | premium unleaded (required) |
Section Title | Dimensions | Dimensions | Dimensions |
Turning circle | 38.1 ft. | 39.0 ft. | 40.8 ft. |
Curb weight | 4,134 lb. | 4,255 lb. | 4,456 lb. |
Ground Clearance | 3.9 in. | 3.9 in. | 4.7 in. |
Overall Width with Mirrors | 81.5 in. | 81.5 in. | 81.5 in. |
Overall Width without Mirrors | 73.9 in. | 73.9 in. | 74.6 in. |
Height | 56.3 in. | 56.3 in. | 56.0 in. |
Length | 196.4 in. | 196.4 in. | 199.1 in. |
Wheelbase | 115.7 in. | 115.7 in. | 115.7 in. |
Seating Capacity | 5 | 5 | 5 |
Cargo Space | 11.9 cu. ft. | 11.9 cu. ft. | 11.9 cu. ft. |
Front Head Room | 36.9 in. | 36.9 in. | 36.9 in. |
Front Leg Room | 41.9 in. | 41.9 in. | 41.9 in. |
Front Shoulder Room | 57.8 in. | 57.8 in. | 57.8 in. |
Rear Head Room | 35.9 in. | 35.9 in. | 35.9 in. |
Rear Leg Room | 35.0 in. | 35.0 in. | 35.0 in. |
Rear Shoulder Room | 56.5 in. | 56.5 in. | 56.5 in. |
Section Title | 5-Year Ownership Costs | 5-Year Ownership Costs | 5-Year Ownership Costs |
True Cost to Own® | $67,268 | $67,340 | $73,902 |
Average Cost Per Mile | $0.9 | $0.9 | $0.99 |
Depreciation | $19,878 | $19,352 | $22,573 |
Financing | $6,610 | $6,413 | $7,333 |
Taxes & Fees | $2,616 | $2,543 | $2,882 |
Fuel | $12,743 | $13,251 | $14,401 |
Insurance | $5,586 | $5,586 | $6,492 |
Maintenance | $11,496 | $11,401 | $11,427 |
Repairs | $8,339 | $8,794 | $8,794 |
Section Title | Colors | Colors | Colors |
Interior | designo manufaktur Classic Red/Black Nappa, premium leather designo manufaktur Deep White/Black Nappa, premium leather designo manufaktur Yacht Blue/Black Nappa, premium leather designo manufaktur Armagnac Brown/Black Nappa, premium leather Magma Grey/Macchiato Beige Nappa, premium leather designo Titian Red/Macchiato Beige Nappa, premium leather designo Black/Titanium Grey Pearl Nappa, premium leather Magma Grey/Espresso Brown, leather Magma Grey/Espresso Brown Nappa, premium leather Macchiato Beige/Magma Grey Nappa, premium leather Black Nappa, premium leather Macchiato Beige/Magma Grey, leather Marsala Brown/Espresso Brown Nappa, premium leather Black, leather Marsala Brown/Espresso Brown, leather designo Macchiato Beige/Titian Red Nappa, premium leather | designo manufaktur Classic Red/Black Nappa, premium leather designo manufaktur Deep White/Black Nappa, premium leather designo manufaktur Yacht Blue/Black Nappa, premium leather designo manufaktur Armagnac Brown/Black Nappa, premium leather Magma Grey/Macchiato Beige Nappa, premium leather designo Titian Red/Macchiato Beige Nappa, premium leather designo Black/Titanium Grey Pearl Nappa, premium leather Magma Grey/Espresso Brown, leather Magma Grey/Espresso Brown Nappa, premium leather Macchiato Beige/Magma Grey Nappa, premium leather Black Nappa, premium leather Macchiato Beige/Magma Grey, leather Marsala Brown/Espresso Brown Nappa, premium leather Black, leather Marsala Brown/Espresso Brown, leather designo Macchiato Beige/Titian Red Nappa, premium leather | Magma Grey/Espresso Brown Nappa, premium leather Macchiato Beige/Magma Grey Nappa, premium leather Bengal Red/Black Nappa, premium leather Black Nappa w/Red Stitching, premium leather Black Nappa w/Grey Stitching, premium leather Black DINAMICA w/Red Stitching, leather/sueded microfiber designo Black/Titanium Grey Pearl Nappa, premium leather designo Macchiato Beige/Titian Red Nappa, premium leather |
Exterior | Cirrus Silver Metallic designo manufaktur Arabian Grey Graphite Grey Metallic Mojave Silver Metallic designo Cardinal Red Metallic designo Diamond White Metallic Polar White designo Selenite Grey Magno Selenite Grey Metallic Lunar Blue Metallic Black Obsidian Black Metallic designo manufaktur Cashmere White Magno designo manufaktur Teide Light Grey Metallic designo manufaktur Cote d'Azur Light Blue Metallic designo manufaktur Deep Green designo manufaktur Midnight Blue designo manufaktur Graphite Metallic | Cirrus Silver Metallic designo manufaktur Arabian Grey Graphite Grey Metallic Mojave Silver Metallic designo Cardinal Red Metallic designo Diamond White Metallic Polar White designo Selenite Grey Magno Selenite Grey Metallic Lunar Blue Metallic Black Obsidian Black Metallic designo manufaktur Cashmere White Magno designo manufaktur Teide Light Grey Metallic designo manufaktur Cote d'Azur Light Blue Metallic designo manufaktur Deep Green designo manufaktur Midnight Blue designo manufaktur Graphite Metallic | Cirrus Silver Metallic designo manufaktur Arabian Grey Graphite Grey Metallic Mojave Silver Metallic designo Cardinal Red Metallic designo Diamond White Metallic Polar White designo Selenite Grey Magno Selenite Grey Metallic Lunar Blue Metallic Black Obsidian Black Metallic designo manufaktur Mystic Blue Metallic designo manufaktur Cashmere White Magno designo manufaktur Cote d'Azur Dark Blue Metallic designo manufaktur Teide Light Grey Metallic designo manufaktur Cote d'Azur Light Blue Metallic designo manufaktur Deep Green designo manufaktur Midnight Blue designo manufaktur Graphite Metallic |