Mercedes CLS 2014 400 2014 4MATIC (X218)
Mercedes CLS 2014 3.5 petrol description
Estate car / wagon Mercedes CLS 2014 400 2014 4MATIC has been produced from January, 2014 to December, 2018. It has six-cylinder petrol engine with displacement of 3.5 litres, which produces power of 333 horsepower on 6000 rpm and torque 480 Nm (Newton metres) on 1200 revolutions per minute.
This 6-cylinder 24-valve engine camshaft is driven by chain (What is an engine chain and belt? ). Engine has fuel injection system and turbine. Engine versions compliant with Euro 5 and Euro 6 emission standards available. Approximate engine life expectancy (mileage until serious repairs are required) for this engine is between 240 000 and 410 000 kilometres. Remember that engine life depends on regular maintenance and the quality of the materials used (oils, fuels, etc.).
More engine specs
This Mercedes CLS 3.5 engine oil type is 5W-30 and oil capacity is 8 litres.
Mercedes CLS 2014 400 2014 4MATIC has all four wheel drive (AWD, 4x4) and automatic gearbox with 7 gears.
Mercedes CLS 2014 400 2014 4MATIC accelerates to speed 100 kilometres per hour in 5.4 seconds. The maximum speed of this car is 250 km/h.
In combined cycle (city and motorway), the Mercedes CLS 2014 400 2014 4MATIC fuel consumption is 8.4 litres per 100km (11.9 km/l), fuel consumption in city - 11 l/100km, highway fuel economy - 6.8 l/100km. Fuel tank capacity is 59 litres or 15.59 gallons, which gives a mileage up to 700 kilometers without refueling in urban cycle and even up to 860 kilometers on highway.
According to user reviews, this Mercedes real everyday fuel consumption is 10.4 litres per 100 km, which is 24% more than the manufacturer's stated. More - Real Mercedes CLS fuel consumption.

Mercedes CLS 2014 400 2014 4MATIC technical data
Model: | Mercedes CLS 400 2014 4MATIC | ||
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Body style: | Estate car / wagon | ||
Production period: | 2014. January ... 2018. December | ||
Engine: | 3498 cm3 Petrol, 6 cylinders | CO2 emissions: | 170 g/km |
Power: | 333 HP ON 6000 RPM | Torque: | 480 NM ON 1200 RPM |
Gearbox: | Automatic gearbox (7 gears) | Drive type: | All wheel drive (AWD, 4x4) |
Top speed: | 250 km/h | Acceleration 0-100 km/h: | 5.4 seconds |
Fuel consumption (l/100km): | 8.4 (combined) 11.0 (urban) 6.8 (highway) | ||
Real fuel consumption: | 10.4 l/100km (22.6 MPG) by user reviews from various sources | ||
Fuel tank capacity: | 59 litres (15.6 gallons) | ||
Car dimensions: | 4.95m (length) 1.88m (width) 1.42m (height) | ||
Turning diameter: | 11.5 meters | ||
Trunk capacity: | 590 litres | ||
Trunk max capacity: | 1550 litres (with rear seats folded down) | ||
Gross weight: | 2440 kg |
Mercedes CLS 2014 400 2014 4MATIC engine M276 DES35 LA
Engine reliability:
Overall, this engine can last around 240,000 to 410,000 km if properly maintained, using the correct quality oil and fuel, and carrying out regular checks and maintenance.The engine has hydraulic valve tappets (lifters), which provide quieter operation and do not require periodic adjustment, but are more complex in design and can cause serious engine damage in the event of failure.
Engine displacement | 3498 cm3 |
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Number of cylinders | 6 |
Bore (cylinder diameter) | 92.9 mm |
Stroke length (piston move) | 86 mm |
Compression ratio | 10.7 : 1 |
Camshaft drive | Timing chain Chain motors are considered more reliable, chain replacement usually is required less often than a timing belt, but they are often louder and vibrate more. |
Fuel system | Injection |
Mercedes CLS 2014 400 2014 4MATIC oil type | 5W-30 |
Oil capacity | 8 litres (8.5 quarts) |
Coolant capacity | 9.6 litres (10.1 quarts) |
Power | 333 HP ON 6000 RPM |
Torque | 480 NM ON 1200 RPM |
Start of production (year) | 2010 |
Duration of production | 15 years |
Engine also used on | Mercedes E klase |
All Mercedes CLS estate car [2014 - 2018] modifications
Modification | Engine | Power | Consumption | Drive type |
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MERCEDES BENZ CLS Class (C218) 220 BlueTEC
Most fuel efficient diesel version |
2.1 Diesel | 170 HP | 4.7 l/100km | Rear wheel |
Mercedes CLS 2.1 250 2014 CDI 4MATIC 4x4
Most fuel efficient diesel version by real consumption |
2.1 Diesel | 204 HP | 5.6 l/100km | All wheel |
Mercedes CLS 3.0 350 2014 CDI 4MATIC 4x4 | 3.0 Diesel | 252 HP | 6.8 l/100km | All wheel |
MERCEDES BENZ CLS Class (C218) 350 BlueTEC
Most powerfull diesel version (258 HP) |
3.0 Diesel | 258 HP | 5.4 l/100km | Rear wheel |
Mercedes CLS 2015 3.5 CLS 400 Jan 2015 — Dec 2018 | 3.5 Petrol | 333 HP | - | Rear wheel |
Mercedes CLS 3.5 400 2014 4MATIC 4x4
Most fuel efficient petrol version |
3.5 Petrol | 333 HP | 8.4 l/100km | All wheel |
Mercedes CLS 4.7 500 2014 4MATIC 4x4 Jan 2014 — Dec 2015 | 4.7 Petrol | 408 HP | 9.8 l/100km | All wheel |
Mercedes CLS 2014 5.5 AMG CLS 63 4x4 | 5.5 Petrol | 557 HP | 10.6 l/100km | All wheel |
Mercedes CLS 2014 5.5 AMG CLS 63 S 4x4
Most dynamic version - 100 km/h in 3.7 seconds |
5.5 Petrol | 585 HP | 10.6 l/100km | All wheel |