Mercedes-Benz CLS Shooting Brake (X218) CLS 500 (408 hp) G-TRONIC

Gasoline engine with 408 hp (300 kW) and 443 lb-ft (600 Nm), built 2012–2014, station wagon body, rear-wheel drive. The Mercedes-Benz CLS Shooting Brake (X218) has 3 more powerful gasoline versions.

Mercedes-Benz CLS (illustrative photo) Enlarge
Power408 hp (300 kW)
Torque443 lb-ft (600 Nm)
0–62 mph5 s
Top speed155 mph (250 km/h)
FuelGasoline

Specifications

Engine

Engine versionCLS 500 (408 hp) G-TRONIC
Engine codeM 278.922
Displacement4.7 L (4,663 cm³)
Cylinders8
Cylinder layoutV-engine
Engine positionFront, Longitudinal
Valves per cylinder4
Fuel systemDirect injection
Compression ratio10-5
Engine oil capacity9.0 qt (8.5 l)

Performance

Power408 hp (300 kW) @ 5000-5750 rpm
Torque443 lb-ft (600 Nm) @ 1600-4750 rpm
0–62 mph (0–100 km/h)5 s
Top speed155 mph (250 km/h)

Fuel economy and emissions

FuelGasoline
City18 mpg (12.8-12.7 l/100 km)
Highway25 mpg (9.3-9.2 l/100 km)
CO₂ emissions348 g/mi (216-214 g/km)
Emission standardEuro 5
Fuel tank21.1 gal (80 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 weight4,310 lb (1,955 kg)
Gross vehicle weight5,467 lb (2,480 kg)
Cargo volume20.8 cu ft (590 l)

Drivetrain and chassis

DriveRear-wheel drive
SteeringElectric power steering
Front suspensionIndependent, MacPherson strut, stabilizer bar
Rear suspensionIndependent multi-link
Tires255/40 R18
WheelsR18
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.
  • 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 Shooting Brake (X218) engines

EngineFuelPowerCombined
AMG CLS 63 (557 hp)Gasoline557 hp (410 kW)
AMG CLS 63 (557 hp) 4MATIC SPEEDSHIFTGasoline557 hp (410 kW)
AMG CLS 63 (585 hp) S-Modell 4MATIC SPEEDSHIFT SportGasoline585 hp (430 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)

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

Decode the VIN

We send the VIN to carVertical (our partner). The full history report is paid.

carVertical report illustration with a damaged car
carVertical discount via DecodeThatVIN

Extra −20% on the history report

Without the discount $19.99$15.99/ report

in the 3-report package · $47.98 total

Get the discount

The discount applies automatically through the DecodeThatVIN link. Prices checked on October 30, 2026; the final price is shown on carVertical.