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2008 Mercedes-Benz CLS-Class
$67,950 - $93,550Starting MSRP
Model Highlights
Transmission
Automatic
Body Type
Sedan
Seatings
4 Seats
Overview
Nobody executes the combination of performance and luxury like Mercedes-Benz, and the 2008 CLS-Class represents Mercedes-Benz' take on those two attributes in a mid-size sedan. The interior dimensions are on the small size--particularly in the...
What’s new in the 2008 model?
After receiving more powerful engines and new trim designations in 2007, the two 2008 Mercedes-Benz CLS 4-door "coupes" undergo modest changes for ...

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EPA Classification: Compact
Engine Order Code:
Engine Type: Gas V8
Displacement: 6.3L/379
Fuel System: SMPI
SAE Net Horsepower @ RPM: 507 @ 6800
SAE Net Torque @ RPM: 465 @ 5200
Drivetrain: Rear Wheel Drive
Trans Order Code:
Trans Type: 7
Trans Description Cont.: Automatic
Trans Description Cont. Again:
First Gear Ratio (:1): - TBD -
Second Gear Ratio (:1): - TBD -
Third Gear Ratio (:1): - TBD -
Fourth Gear Ratio (:1): - TBD -
Fifth Gear Ratio (:1): - TBD -
Sixth Gear Ratio (:1): - TBD -
Reverse Ratio (:1): - TBD -
Clutch Size (in):
Final Drive Axle Ratio (:1): 2.65
Seventh Gear Ratio (:1): - TBD -
EPA Fuel Economy Est - City (MPG): 12
EPA Fuel Economy Est - Hwy (MPG): 18
Cold Cranking Amps @ 0° F (Primary): - TBD -
Maximum Alternator Capacity (amps): - TBD -
Total Cooling System Capacity (qts): - TBD -
Base Curb Weight (lbs): 4210
Dead Weight Hitch - Max Trailer Wt. (lbs): - TBD -
Dead Weight Hitch - Max Tongue Wt. (lbs): - TBD -
Wt Distributing Hitch - Max Trailer Wt. (lbs):
Wt Distributing Hitch - Max Tongue Wt. (lbs):
Suspension Type - Front: Independent 4-Link
Suspension Type - Rear: Independent 5-Arm
Suspension Type - Front (Cont.):
Suspension Type - Rear (Cont.):
Shock Absorber Diameter - Front (mm): - TBD -
Shock Absorber Diameter - Rear (mm): - TBD -
Stabilizer Bar Diameter - Front (in): - TBD -
Stabilizer Bar Diameter - Rear (in): - TBD -
Brake Type: Pwr
Brake ABS System: 4 Wheel
Disc - Front (Yes or ): Yes
Disc - Rear (Yes or ): Yes
Front Brake Rotor Diam x Thickness (in): 14.2 x - TBD -
Rear Brake Rotor Diam x Thickness (in): 13.0 x - TBD -
Drum - Rear (Yes or ):
Rear Drum Diam x Width (in):
Front Tire Order Code:
Rear Tire Order Code:
Spare Tire Order Code:
Front Tire Size: P255/35R19
Rear Tire Size: P285/30R19
Spare Tire Size: - TBD -
Front Wheel Size (in): 19 x 8.5
Rear Wheel Size (in): 19 x 9.5
Spare Wheel Size (in): - TBD -
Front Wheel Material: Aluminum
Rear Wheel Material: Aluminum
Spare Wheel Material: - TBD -
Steering Type: Vehicle Speed-Sensitive
Steering Ratio (:1), Overall: - TBD -
Lock to Lock Turns (Steering): - TBD -
Turning Diameter - Curb to Curb (ft): 36.7
Turning Diameter - Wall to Wall (ft): - TBD -
Fuel Tank Capacity, Approx (gal): 21.1
Wheelbase (in): 112.4
Length, Overall (in): 193.0
Width, Max w/o mirrors (in): 73.7
Height, Overall (in): 54.7
Track Width, Front (in): - TBD -
Track Width, Rear (in): - TBD -
Min Ground Clearance (in): - TBD -
Liftover Height (in): - TBD -
Trunk Volume (ft³): 15.9
Passenger Capacity: 4
Passenger Volume (ft³): 93.0
Front Head Room (in): 36.9
Front Leg Room (in): 42.1
Front Shoulder Room (in): - TBD -
Front Hip Room (in): - TBD -
Second Head Room (in): 36.1
Second Leg Room (in): 35.0
Second Shoulder Room (in): - TBD -
Second Hip Room (in): - TBD -
Vehicle Name: Mercedes-Benz CLS-Class
Body Style: 4 Door Sedan
Pricing
This model has 2 different trims.
MSRP
$93,550
Invoice
$87,002
Description
6.3L/379, 507 @ 6800, Automatic
Fuel Economy
This model has 2 different trims.
City
12 MPG
Hwy
18 MPG
Combined
undefined MPG
Description
6.3L/379, 507 @ 6800, Automatic
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