Mercedes CLS 2021 AMG CLS 53 (C257)
Mercedes CLS 2021 3.0 petrol description
Coupe Mercedes CLS 2021 AMG CLS 53 is being produced from January, 2021. It has six-cylinder petrol engine with displacement of 3.0 litres, which produces power of 435 horsepower on 5500 rpm - this is the most powerfull Mercedes CLS 2021 version and torque 520 Nm (Newton metres) on 1800 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 BorgWarner B03G eZV turbine. The engine meets the Euro 6 emissions standard. Approximate engine life expectancy (mileage until serious repairs are required) for this engine is between 210 000 and 360 000 kilometres. It is important to remember that engine life is highly dependent on regular maintenance and the quality of the oils and fuels used.
More engine specs
This Mercedes CLS 3.0 engine oil type is 5W-30 and oil capacity is 6.5 litres.
Mercedes CLS 2021 AMG CLS 53 has all four wheel drive (AWD, 4x4) and automatic gearbox with 9 gears.
Mercedes CLS 2021 AMG CLS 53 accelerates to speed 100 kilometres per hour in 4.5 seconds. The maximum speed of this car is 250 km/h.

Mercedes CLS 2021 AMG CLS 53 technical data
Model: | Mercedes CLS AMG CLS 53 | ||
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Body style: | Coupe | ||
Production period: | 2021. January | ||
Engine: | 2999 cm3 Petrol, 6 cylinders | CO2 emissions: | no data |
Power: | 435 HP ON 5500 RPM | Torque: | 520 NM ON 1800 RPM |
Gearbox: | Automatic gearbox (9 gears) | Drive type: | All wheel drive (AWD, 4x4) |
Top speed: | 250 km/h | Acceleration 0-100 km/h: | 4.5 seconds |
Fuel consumption (l/100km): | no data | ||
Fuel tank capacity: | 66 litres (17.4 gallons) | ||
Car dimensions: | 5.01m (length) 1.90m (width) 1.42m (height) | ||
Turning diameter: | 12.5 meters | ||
Seats: | 5 seats | ||
Trunk capacity: | 490 litres | ||
Gross weight: | 2550 kg |
Mercedes CLS 2021 AMG CLS 53 engine M256 E30 DEH LA G
Engine reliability:
Overall, this engine can last around 210,000 to 360,000 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 | 2999 cm3 |
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Number of cylinders | 6 |
Bore (cylinder diameter) | 83 mm |
Stroke length (piston move) | 92.4 mm |
Compression ratio | 10.5 : 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 2021 AMG CLS 53 oil type | 5W-30 |
Oil capacity | 6.5 litres (6.9 quarts) |
Coolant capacity | 14 litres (14.8 quarts) |
Power | 435 HP ON 5500 RPM |
Torque | 520 NM ON 1800 RPM |
Start of production (year) | 2017 |
Duration of production | 8 years |
Engine also used on | Mercedes E klase |
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Modification | Engine | Power | Consumption | Drive type |
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Mercedes CLS 2021 2.0 CLS 220 d | 2.0 Diesel | 194 HP | - | Rear wheel |
Mercedes CLS 2021 2.0 CLS 300 d 4x4 | 2.0 Diesel | 265 HP | - | All wheel |
Mercedes CLS 2021 2.9 CLS 400 d 4x4
Most powerfull diesel version (330 HP) |
2.9 Diesel | 330 HP | - | All wheel |
Mercedes CLS 2021 3.0 CLS 450 4x4 | 3.0 Petrol | 367 HP | - | All wheel |
Mercedes CLS 2021 3.0 AMG CLS 53 4x4
Most dynamic version - 100 km/h in 4.5 seconds |
3.0 Petrol | 435 HP | - | All wheel |