Mercedes-Benz CLS-Class (C219)

Mercedes-Benz CLS (C219)
Overview
Manufacturer
ProductionDecember 2003[1] – August 2010
AssemblyGermany: Sindelfingen
DesignerMichael Fink (2001)[2][better source needed]
Peter Arcadipane (initial)[3]
Body and chassis
ClassExecutive (E)
Body style4-door coupe
LayoutFR
RelatedMercedes-Benz E-Class (W211)
Powertrain
Engine
Transmission
Dimensions
Wheelbase2,854 mm (112.4 in)
Length
  • 4,913 mm (193.4 in)
  • 4,917 mm (193.6 in) (facelift)
Width1,873 mm (73.7 in)
Height
  • 1,390–1,403 mm (54.7–55.2 in)
  • 1,415–1,430 mm (55.7–56.3 in) (facelift)
Kerb weight1,660–1,870 kg (3,660–4,123 lb)
Chronology
SuccessorMercedes-Benz CLS-Class (C218)

The C219 Mercedes-Benz CLS-Class is the first generation of the CLS-Class range of four-door coupe which features a fastback body style by Mercedes-Benz, and was produced between 2003 and 2010.[4]

The CLS-Class has only four seats and is marketed by Mercedes as a four-door coupé.[5] It was the first model globally to introduce this four-door coupe style and VW followed with the Volkswagen CC model in 2008 and the Porsche Panamera and Audi A7 in 2009.

The car is less practical than the W211 E-Class that it is based on, with less legroom, headroom, and boot space.[6][7] The CLS-Class is priced above the E-Class, but below the S-Class in the Mercedes model range.[8][9] The production of the C219 series totalled only 170,000 units globally throughout its six year production run.[10] It was replaced by the Mercedes-Benz CLS-Class (C218) in 2011.[11]

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  2. ^ Michael L. Fink – LinkedIn profile.
  3. ^ "Designer Of Mercedes-Benz CLS Joins BAIC". benzinsider.com. 13 May 2013. Retrieved 12 January 2020.
  4. ^ "Mercedes-Benz CLS Production Comes to an End | Carscoops". Carscoops. 2010-07-28. Retrieved 2018-05-28.
  5. ^ "2010 Mercedes Benz CLS - Mercedes Benz Luxury Four Door Coupe - Automobile Magazine". Automobile Magazine. 2008-09-11. Retrieved 2018-05-28.
  6. ^ Limited, Listers Group. "'MERC'S CURVE BALL' - Mercedes-Benz CLS-Class (2005–2010) Range Independent Used Review (Ref:806/208525)". listers.co.uk. Retrieved 2018-05-28. {{cite web}}: |last= has generic name (help)
  7. ^ "2006-11 Mercedes-Benz CLS-Class | Consumer Guide Auto". Consumer Guide Auto. 2014-07-22. Retrieved 2018-05-28.
  8. ^ "2008 Mercedes-Benz CLS-Class | Pricing, Ratings & Reviews | Kelley Blue Book". Kbb.com. Retrieved 2018-05-28.
  9. ^ rayadmin (2015-07-27). "2008 Mercedes-Benz S-Class". J.D. Power Cars. Retrieved 2018-05-28.
  10. ^ "2012 Mercedes-Benz CLS-class: Still stylish and bold". Cnet. Retrieved 2023-03-24.
  11. ^ "New Mercedes-Benz CLS revealed". Evo. Retrieved 2018-05-28.