Mercedes CLS 2008 C219 Coupe

This generation of Mercedes CLS C219 (facelift model) has been produced from April, 2008 to January, 2010. We can provide information about 7 modifications of this generation. The car has been produced only with classical rear wheel drive.

This Mercedes is available with four petrol engines with displacement from 3.0 to 6.2 litres and power of from 224 to 514 horsepower un one diesel engine with displacement 3.0 litres and power of 224 HP.
The car is available with only with automatic gearbox.

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Mercedes CLS 2008 C219 coupe average fuel consumption in combined cycle for petrol engine is from 7.6 to 14.5 litres per 100km, but for diesel engine - approximately 7.6 litres per 100km. The most fuel efficient Mercedes CLS 2008 C219 coupe petrol engine version is Mercedes CLS 280 2008, consuming 7.6 litres per 100km. While the most fuel efficient Mercedes CLS 2008 C219 coupe diesel - Mercedes CLS 320 2008 CDI for 100 kilometers consumes 7.6 liters of diesel.
According to user reviews, Mercedes CLS real-world fuel consumption is on average about approximately for 18 percents higher as the manufacturer's claimed fuel economy (on average +17% for petrol engines and +18% for diesel engines). For a more detailed actual fuel economy of each model, select a specific Mercedes CLS modification.

Mercedes CLS 2008 C219 coupe CO2 emissions for petrol engine are from 200 to 275 grams per kilometer, but for diesel engine - approximately 200 grams per kilometer. From Mercedes CLS with petrol engines the lowest CO2 emissions has Mercedes CLS 280 2008 which produces an average of 200 grams of CO2 per kilometer. In turn, from the Mercedes CLS diesels least CO2 distributes Mercedes CLS 320 2008 CDI - 200 grams per km.

The best acceleration from 0 to 100 km/h - 4.5 seconds has Mercedes CLS 63 2008 AMG version, conversely the tardiest one is Mercedes CLS 300 2009 reaching this speed only in 7.7 seconds. The maximum top speed is 250 km/h for the 3.5 petrol 6-cylinder 292 hp version (Mercedes CLS 350 2008 CGI) and 2 other versions.

Lenght of Mercedes CLS is 492 cm, it is large car. For comparison - Mercedes CLS is about 1 cm longer than BMW 5 series sedan. Mercedes CLS gross weight is from 2195 to 2370 kg (depending on modification), this car is about 10 percent heavier than the average for this age and class of vehicles.

This Mercedes is relatively cheap - it can be purchased (in Latvia) for around 8500 €. According to user reviews, average Mercedes CLS repair costs are 35 € per year. Users calculated Mercedes CLS 2008 cost of ownership for this generation, got average 3900 € cost per year and 0.37 € cost per one kilometer. Fuel costs were estimated at around 38%, while repair and maintenance costs - around 21% from total. We have an excellent car cost calculator, calculate ownership costs of Mercedes CLS for your situation and driving habits here! Below you will find more detailed information about Mercedes CLS prices and costs.

Mercedes CLS modifications

Modification Engine Power Consumption
Mercedes CLS 3.0 280 2008 Apr 2008 — Jan 2009

Most fuel efficient petrol version

3.0 Petrol 224 HP 7.6 l/100km
Mercedes CLS 3.0 300 2009 Jan 2009 — Jan 2010 3.0 Petrol 224 HP 9.8 l/100km
Mercedes CLS 3.0 320 2008 CDI Apr 2008 — Jan 2009

Most fuel efficient diesel version by real consumption

3.0 Diesel 224 HP 7.6 l/100km
Mercedes CLS 3.0 350 2009 CDI Jan 2009 — Jan 2010 3.0 Diesel 224 HP 7.6 l/100km
Mercedes CLS 3.5 350 2008 CGI

Most fuel efficient petrol version by real consumption

3.5 Petrol 292 HP 9.1 l/100km
Mercedes CLS 5.5 500 2008 5.5 Petrol 388 HP 11.6 l/100km
Mercedes CLS 6.2 63 2008 AMG

Most dynamic version - 100 km/h in 4.5 seconds

6.2 Petrol 514 HP 14.5 l/100km
Mercedes CLS service and maintenanceOil change intervals, capacities and specifications, service information for filters, spark plugs, belts etc.

Mercedes CLS prices

Mercedes CLS 2008 - 2010 coupe price in Latvia is from 6500 € to 10500 €.
Comparing to analogical vehicles Mercedes CLS price is more below average - Mercedes CLS is approximately for 31 percents cheaper then average coupes of this age (compare coupes 2008 - 2010 prices). The reason of Mercedes CLS low price could be its poor quality (see below) so we recommend particularly examine the car before purchase and do not choose it only by price.

YearLowestAverageHighestAvailability
Mercedes CLS 2009 price 8000 € 8500 € 9500 €
Mercedes CLS 2008 price 6500 € 8500 € 10 500 €

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Mercedes CLS reliability and quality

According to yearly reports of vehicle inspection service Mercedes CLS reliability is more below average. In the roadworthiness tests in 2010 defects were detected in an average of 6.8 percent of Mercedes CLS of this generation (on average 1 years old at the time of inspection). The average failure rate for a vehicles of the same age was 5.1%.

Mercedes CLS reliability and quality
Most reliable used over 15 years old cars
Most reliable over 15 years old coupes

Mercedes CLS 2008 C219 coupe features (options)

Percentage of Mercedes CLS with corresponding feature (option)

Climate control
92%
Rain sensor
90%
Tire pressure control
83%
Conditioning
76%
Xenon headlights
76%
Metallic paint
76%
Rear parking sensors
61%
Leather upholstery
61%
Front parking sensors
60%
Cruise control
60%
Electrically adjustable seats
59%
Navigation
54%
Heated seats
50%
Adjustable steering wheel
49%
Electrically adjustable steering wheel
43%
Bi-xenon lights
34%
Ventilated seats
32%
Dimming mirrors
29%
Sunroof
26%
Auxiliary heating
17%
Heated steering wheel
14%

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Mercedes CLS reviews

Mercedes CLS 2008 Coupe Petrol 5.0 litres, Automatic gearbox
Purchase year:2012 (age of car 4 years) Owned for:150`000 kilometers (3 years)
Average fuel consumption: 13.0 litres per 100km (50% urban driving)
Total car rating:
10
   male, age 47
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