Mercedes-Benz CLS coupe (C219, facelift 2008) CLS 320 CDI (224 hp) G-TRONIC

Diesel engine with 224 hp (165 kW) and 398 lb-ft (540 Nm), built 2008–2009, coupe body, rear-wheel drive.

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Power224 hp (165 kW)
Torque398 lb-ft (540 Nm)
0–62 mph7 s
Top speed155 mph (250 km/h)
FuelDiesel

Specifications

Engine

Engine versionCLS 320 CDI (224 hp) G-TRONIC
Engine codeOM 642.920
Displacement3.0 L (2,987 cm³)
Cylinders6
Cylinder layoutV-engine
Engine positionFront, Longitudinal
Valves per cylinder4
ValvetrainDOHC
Fuel systemDiesel common rail
Compression ratio17-7
Bore83 mm
Stroke92 mm
Engine oil capacity9.0 qt (8.5 l)

Performance

Power224 hp (165 kW) @ 3800 rpm
Torque398 lb-ft (540 Nm) @ 1600-2400 rpm
0–62 mph (0–100 km/h)7 s
Top speed155 mph (250 km/h)

Fuel economy and emissions

FuelDiesel
City22 mpg (10.6-11.0 l/100 km)
Highway31 mpg (7.6-8.1 l/100 km)
Emission standardEuro 4
Fuel tank21.1 gal (80 l)

Body, dimensions and weight

Body styleCoupe
Doors4-5
Length193.4 in (4,913 mm)
Width73.7 in (1,873 mm)
Height55.2 in (1,403 mm)
Curb weight3,836 lb (1,740 kg)
Gross vehicle weight5,027 lb (2,280 kg)
Cargo volume17.5 cu ft (495 l)

Drivetrain and chassis

DriveRear-wheel drive
SteeringElectric power steering
Front suspensionIndependent multi-link
Rear suspensionIndependent multi-link, coil spring, stabilizer bar
Tires245/45 R17
WheelsR17
Driver assistanceABS (Anti-lock braking system)

What to check on a Mercedes-Benz CLS with this engine

  • On a diesel, check the particulate filter (DPF), the injectors and the dual-mass flywheel: they are the expensive repairs.
  • Test the clutch or the automatic transmission from a cold start and in the low gears.
  • Compare the odometer with the readings in the service records and in the VIN history report: a big gap means the mileage was rolled back.

Other Mercedes-Benz CLS coupe (C219, facelift 2008) engines

EngineFuelPowerCombined
CLS 500 (388 hp) G-TRONICGasoline388 hp (285 kW)
AMG CLS 63 (514 hp)Gasoline514 hp (378 kW)
CLS 350 CGI (292 hp) G-TRONICGasoline292 hp (215 kW)

← All Mercedes-Benz CLS coupe (C219, facelift 2008) engines

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