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Reliability Database
Mercedes-Benz

CLS-Class

Midsize Coupe
Best Engine ✅ Recommended (3.6)
3 Generations
11 Engines Rated
259 Total Complaints
Engine Ratings
5 recommended 5 caution 1 avoid

Generation Timeline

2006-2011 C219
6 engines
177 complaints
Unknown ✅ Recommended (3.6)
→
2012-2018 C218
4 engines
49 complaints 🔥 1
4.7L 8-cyl ⚠️ Caution (3.2)
→
2019-2024 C257
1 engine
33 complaints
3.0L Turbo 6-cyl ⚠️ Caution (3.4)
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