Mercedes-Benz CLS-Class
The Mercedes-Benz CLS-Class has been in production since 2011. In Norway, the model saw limited adoption during 2019-2021, with 19 total new registrations across the period, peaking at 15 units in 2019 before declining sharply to just 1 registration in 2021. The model has been subject to 36 recalls recorded in the EU Safety Gate database.
| Manufacturer | Daimler |
|---|---|
| Production | From 2011 |
| Fuel | Diesel |
| Engine power | 201 kW (269 hp) |
| CO₂ (WLTP) | 172 g/km |
| Kerb weight | 1,879 kg |
Engine power, CO₂ and kerb weight are registration-weighted averages across the 5 European countries that registered the Mercedes-Benz CLS-Class in 2025 (8 cars). Source: EEA CO₂ monitoring (CC BY 4.0).
New registrations in Norway
Number of Mercedes-Benz CLS-Class registered for the first time in Norway per year.
Source: EEA CO₂ monitoring (CC BY 4.0).
New registrations by country (2025)
Number of Mercedes-Benz CLS-Class cars registered for the first time across 5 European countries in 2025.
| Country | Registrations |
|---|---|
| Belgium | 3 |
| Germany | 2 |
| Slovakia | 1 |
| Netherlands | 1 |
| Portugal | 1 |
Source: EEA CO₂ monitoring (CC BY 4.0), 2025 data.
Engine variants
Different engine versions of the Mercedes-Benz CLS-Class (from registration data). 2 variants.
| Engine | Fuel | Transmission | Top speed | Economy | Model year |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2.7 l · 5-cyl | – | – | 113 km/h | – | – |
| 2.9 l · 5-cyl | – | – | 145 km/h | – | – |
Source: RDW (NL). European engine variants.
Generations
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Common problems & reliability
US owners have filed 61 complaints for the Mercedes-Benz CLS-Class, most often about wheels, electrical system, steering, engine. These are owner-reported issues, useful for spotting recurring weaknesses before you buy.
Based on real owner complaints and inspection data — not an editorial rating. Sources: NHTSA (US, public domain).
Recalls & safety
2 recalls recorded in the EU Safety Gate (European market) for the Mercedes-Benz CLS-Class. Recalls can flag known weaknesses of the model.
- Passenger carEU · Safety Gate (Germany)
The product does not comply with the Regulation on the approval and market surveillance of motor vehicles and their trailers, and of systems, components and separate technical units intended for such vehicles.
EU Safety Gate · alerted 2022-07-01
- Passenger carEU · Safety Gate (Germany)
In the event of an accident, the rivets could fail and release the housing cover. This can result in a loss of the seat belt’s restraining effect, increasing the risk of injury.
EU Safety Gate · alerted 2019-05-24
Sources: EU Safety Gate (European market) and NHTSA (US market). See all Mercedes-Benz recalls.
Frequently asked questions
- How much power does the Mercedes-Benz CLS-Class have?
- The Mercedes-Benz CLS-Class produces 201 kW (269 hp).
- How much does the Mercedes-Benz CLS-Class weigh?
- The Mercedes-Benz CLS-Class has a kerb weight of about 1,879 kg.
- What are the CO2 emissions of the Mercedes-Benz CLS-Class?
- The Mercedes-Benz CLS-Class emits 172 g/km of CO2 (WLTP).