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    2012 Mercedes-Benz CLS-Class

    The 2012 Mercedes-Benz CLS-Class is a large Car. When it was new, prices in Australia typically ranged from $158,700 for the base variant and topping out at $263,500 for the AMG variant.

    There are 2 variants of the CLS available in Australia and this generation went on sale in mid-2011.

    The 2012 CLS was offered with a 3 year, unlimited km warranty.

    Engine options for the Mercedes-Benz CLS-Class include 3.0L v6 turbo (195kW/620Nm), 3.5L v6 (225kW/370Nm), 4.7L v8 turbo (300kW/600Nm) and 5.5L v8 turbo (386kW/700Nm). All variants feature 7-speed automatic with manual mode transmission. All variants feature rear-wheel drive.

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    2012 Mercedes-Benz CLS-Class

    Dimensions

    4,940 mm
    1,881 mm
    1,416 mm
    The dimensions shown above are for the base model.
    SpecificationMeasurement
    Overall Length4,940 mm
    Overall Width1,881 mm
    Overall Height1,416 mm
    Wheelbase2,874 mm
    Load Capacity485 mm

    Dimensions in this table show the minimum and maximum values of all variants for this vehicle.

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    2012 Mercedes-Benz CLS-Class

    Frequently Asked Questions

    The cheapest Mercedes-Benz CLS-Class is the base variant that starts from $158,700.

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    The most expensive Mercedes-Benz CLS-Class is the AMG variant that starts from $263,500.

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    The largest Mercedes-Benz CLS-Class is the AMG variant which measures 1881mm wide, 4996mm in length and sits 1406mm tall.

    The most powerful Mercedes-Benz CLS-Class is the AMG variant which has 386kW of power and 700nm of torque.

    The Mercedes-Benz CLS-Class is built in Germany and shipped to Australia.

    The heaviest Mercedes-Benz CLS-Class is the AMG variant which has a gross vehicle weight of 2415 kg.

    The Mercedes-Benz CLS-Class may use different fuel/energy types based on the variant which includes Premium Unleaded or Diesel.

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    † Displayed prices exclude on-road costs such as delivery charges, registration fees, number plates, insurance and applicable road taxes. These prices are subject to change without notice and may not reflect current market pricing or dealer offers.

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