Mercedes-Benz CLS Shooting Brake (X218) AMG CLS 63 (585 hp) S-Modell 4MATIC SPEEDSHIFT Sport

Gasoline engine with 585 hp (430 kW) and 590 lb-ft (800 Nm), built 2012–2014, station wagon body, all-wheel drive (4x4). It is the most powerful gasoline version of the generation.

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Power585 hp (430 kW)
Torque590 lb-ft (800 Nm)
0–62 mph3.7 s
Top speed155 mph (250 km/h)
FuelGasoline

Specifications

Engine

Engine versionAMG CLS 63 (585 hp) S-Modell 4MATIC SPEEDSHIFT Sport
Engine codeM 157.981
Displacement5.5 L (5,461 cm³)
Cylinders8
Cylinder layoutV-engine
Engine positionFront, Longitudinal
Valves per cylinder4
Fuel systemDirect injection
Compression ratio10
Engine oil capacity9.0 qt (8.5 l)

Performance

Power585 hp (430 kW) @ 5500 rpm
Torque590 lb-ft (800 Nm) @ 1750-5000 rpm
0–62 mph (0–100 km/h)3.7 s
Top speed155 mph (250 km/h)

Fuel economy and emissions

FuelGasoline
City16 mpg (14.4 l/100 km)
Highway22 mpg (10.6 l/100 km)
CO₂ emissions399 g/mi (248 g/km)
Emission standardEuro 6
Fuel tank17.4 gal (66 l)

Body, dimensions and weight

Body styleStation wagon
Doors4-5
Length195.1 in (4,956 mm)
Width74.1 in (1,881 mm)
Height55.7 in (1,416 mm)
Curb weight4,464 lb (2,025 kg)
Gross vehicle weight5,644 lb (2,560 kg)
Cargo volume20.8 cu ft (590 l)

Drivetrain and chassis

DriveAll-wheel drive (4x4)
SteeringElectric power steering
Front suspensionIndependent, MacPherson strut, stabilizer bar
Rear suspensionIndependent multi-link
Tires255/35 ZR19 XL; 285/30 ZR19 XL
WheelsR19
Driver assistanceABS (Anti-lock braking system)

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

  • On a gasoline engine, check the oil consumption, the timing chain or belt and, on turbo engines, the turbocharger.
  • All-wheel drive needs fresh fluid in the differentials and the coupling: ask for the service records.
  • 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 Shooting Brake (X218) engines

EngineFuelPowerCombined
AMG CLS 63 (557 hp)Gasoline557 hp (410 kW)
AMG CLS 63 (557 hp) 4MATIC SPEEDSHIFTGasoline557 hp (410 kW)
CLS 250 CDI (204 hp) G-TRONICDiesel204 hp (150 kW)
CLS 350 (306 hp) G-TRONICGasoline306 hp (225 kW)
CLS 350 CDI (265 hp)Diesel265 hp (195 kW)
CLS 350 CDI (265 hp) 4MATICDiesel265 hp (195 kW)
CLS 500 (408 hp) 4MATICGasoline408 hp (300 kW)
CLS 500 (408 hp) G-TRONICGasoline408 hp (300 kW)

← All Mercedes-Benz CLS Shooting Brake (X218) engines

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