Mercedes CLS 2014 CLS 400 (X218)
Mercedes CLS 2014 3.5 petrol description
Estate car / wagon Mercedes CLS 2014 CLS 400 has been produced from January, 2015 to December, 2018. It has six-cylinder petrol engine with displacement of 3.5 litres, which produces power of 333 horsepower on 5250 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. Average engine life expectancy (mileage before serious repairs are needed) is from 240 000 to 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 CLS 400 has classical rear wheel drive (RWD) and automatic gearbox with 9 gears.
Mercedes CLS 2014 CLS 400 accelerates to speed 100 kilometres per hour in 5.4 seconds. The maximum speed of this car is 250 km/h.

Mercedes CLS 2014 CLS 400 technical data
Model: | Mercedes CLS CLS 400 | ||
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Body style: | Estate car / wagon | ||
Production period: | 2015. January ... 2018. December | ||
Engine: | 3498 cm3 Petrol, 6 cylinders | CO2 emissions: | no data |
Power: | 333 HP ON 5250 RPM | Torque: | 480 NM ON 1200 RPM |
Gearbox: | Automatic gearbox (9 gears) | Drive type: | Rear wheel drive (RWD) |
Maximum speed: | 250 km/h | Acceleration 0-100 km/h: | 5.4 seconds |
Fuel consumption (l/100km): | no data | ||
Fuel tank capacity: | 59 litres (15.6 gallons) | ||
Car dimensions: | 4.95m (length) 1.88m (width) 1.42m (height) | ||
Turning diameter: | 11.2 meters | ||
Trunk capacity: | 590 litres | ||
Trunk max capacity: | 1550 litres (with rear seats folded down) | ||
Gross weight: | 2370 kg |
Mercedes CLS 2014 CLS 400 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 CLS 400 oil type | 5W-30 |
Oil capacity | 8 litres (8.5 quarts) |
Coolant capacity | 9.6 litres (10.1 quarts) |
Power | 333 HP ON 5250 RPM |
Torque | 480 NM ON 1200 RPM |
Start of production (year) | 2010 |
Duration of production | 15 years |
Engine also used on | Mercedes E klase |
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2.1 Diesel | 170 HP | 4.7 l/100km | Rear wheel |
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Most fuel efficient diesel version by real consumption |
2.1 Diesel | 204 HP | 5.6 l/100km | All wheel |
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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
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3.5 Petrol | 333 HP | 8.4 l/100km | All wheel |
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5.5 Petrol | 585 HP | 10.6 l/100km | All wheel |