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2012 Mercedes-Benz CLS-Class CLS550

The 2012 Mercedes-Benz CLS-Class CLS550 is a 402-hp twin-turbocharged V8 with a 7g-tronic 7-speed automatic and rear-wheel drive. It is rated at 20 mpg combined.

Spec Value
Engine
Engine Type4.7L V8 Twin-Turbo 90-Degree (Aluminum)
Boost Pressure12.9 psi
Horsepower402 hp @ 5,000 rpm
Torque443 lb-ft @ 1600–4750 rpm
Redline6,300 rpm
ValvetrainDOHC, 4 Valves per Cylinder
Bore and Stroke92.9 x 86.1 (converted from TECH1: 3.66 x 3.39 in.)
Compression Ratio10.5:1
Injection TypeDirect Gasoline Injection with Piezo Injectors, Twin-Turbo
Drivetrain
Drive TypeRWD
Transmission
Transmission7G-TRONIC 7-Speed Automatic (Direct Select)
1st Gear4.38 (45 mph **)
2nd Gear2.86 (69 mph **)
3rd Gear1.92 (102 mph **)
4th Gear1.37 (143 mph **)
5th Gear1 (196 mph **)
6th Gear0.82 (239 mph **)
7th Gear0.73 (269 mph **)
Reverse3.42
Final Drive2.47
Fuel Economy
City17 MPG
Highway26 MPG
Combined20 MPG
Suspension
Front Suspension3-Link Front Axle with MacPherson Struts, Anti-Dive AIRMATIC Full-Support Air Suspension
Rear SuspensionIndependent Multi-Link, Anti-Squat and Anti-Dive, AIRMATIC Full-Support Air Suspension
Turning Diameter37 ft
Brakes
Front Brake Disc14.2" dia / 1.4" thick (ventilated & perforated)
Rear Brake Disc12.6" dia / 1.0" thick (ventilated)
Tires & Wheels
Wheels Front18" x 8.5
Wheels Rear18" x 9.5
Tires Front255/40 R18
Tires Rear285/35 R18
Dimensions & Weight
Length194.49 in
Width74.06 in
Height55.75 in
Wheelbase113.15 in
Front Track62.9 in
Rear Track64.1 in
Cargo Volume15.31 ft³
Curb Weight4,158 lbs
Interior
Headroom Front36.93 in
Headroom Rear36.14 in
Legroom Front42.1 in
Legroom Rear35 in
Shoulder Room Front57.1 in
Shoulder Room Rear56.5 in
** Theoretical max speed per gear at redline
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