2018 Mercedes-Benz CLS550

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Mercedes-Benz CLS550 highlights

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RepairPal reliability rating

3 out of 5

Mileage (EPA estimate)

18 city, 26 highway, 21 combined

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New for 2018

CLS550 trims have been upgraded with Rear View Camera and Blind Spot Monitor as standard equipment this year.
A/C Seat(s), Power Hatch/Deck Lid, and Bang & Olufsen Audio features are now available as options on select trims.

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Trim & Body

Engine & Transmission

(no trim) 2WD 4D Sedan

Standard Features

ABS Brakes
Adjustable Suspension
Air Conditioning
Alloy Wheels
AM/FM Stereo
Android Auto
Apple CarPlay
Automatic Transmission
Auxiliary Audio Input
Blind Spot Monitor
Bluetooth Technology
CD Audio
Cruise Control
Front Seat Heaters
Harman Kardon Sound
Leather Seats
Memory Seat(s)
Navigation System
Overhead Airbags
Power Locks
Power Mirrors
Power Seat(s)
Power Windows
Rear Defroster
Rear View Camera
Satellite Radio Ready
Seat Massagers
Side Airbags
Smart Key
Sunroof(s)
Traction Control
Turbo Charged Engine

Optional Features

A/C Seat(s)
Automated Cruise Control
Automated Parking
Bang & Olufsen Audio
Heated Steering Wheel
Lane Departure Warning
Parking Sensors
Power Hatch/Deck Lid
Rear Sunshade

Drive type	2WD
Engine size	4.7L
Horsepower	402
Torque (ft-lbs)	443
Engine type	Turbo Gas
Fuel capacity	21.1
Wheelbase	113.1"
Overall length	195"
Width	74.1"
Height	55.9"
Leg room	F 42.1"/R 35"
Head room	F 36.9"/R 36.1"
Front tires	P255/40ZR18
Rear tires	P285/35ZR18
Seating capacity	4
Transmission	Automatic

Ratings & reliability

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RepairPal reliability rating

Above Average

RepairPal gave the Mercedes-Benz CLS550 an overall reliability rating of 3 out of 5 stars, which RepairPal describes as Above Average. This rating ranks Mercedes-Benz CLS550 28th out of 54 among Luxury Fullsize Cars.

Cost

RepairPal reports that the average total annual cost for repairs and maintenance on a Mercedes-Benz CLS550 is $803, compared to an average of $764 for Luxury Fullsize Cars and $619 for all the vehicles RepairPal considered in its dataset.

Frequency

According to RepairPal, Mercedes-Benz CLS550 owners bring their vehicles into a repair shop for unscheduled repairs an average of 1.9 times per year, compared to an average of 2.1 times for Luxury Fullsize Cars and 1.4 times for all the vehicles RepairPal considered in its dataset.

Severity

RepairPal reported that the probability of a repair being a severe or major issue is 15% for the Mercedes-Benz CLS550, compared to an average of 15% for Luxury Fullsize Cars and 12% for all the vehicles RepairPal considered in its dataset.