Mercedes-Benz CLS
2020–2023 model years · Generation introduced 2019
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- Available years
- 2020–2023
- Yearly records
- 4
- Reported market values
- $27,075–$47,200
The overview
Mercedes-Benz pioneered the modern four-door-coupe segment with the original CLS nearly a dozen years ago. Now, the redesigned third-generation CLS continues to rely on the same recipe: a sleek, low-slung sport sedan with some compromised visibility and cabin access. Fit and finish is excellent, but the controls are complicated. The CLS seats five people. The base engine is a 362-hp turbocharged six-cylinder engine, marking Mercedes-Benz's return to a straight, inline six-cylinder. Basic driver assist systems are standard, including blind spot warning, active braking, and a driver-attention monitor. Consumers will have to pay for the optional package that includes active steering and adaptive cruise control.
Generation summary from Consumer Reports. Year-specific figures appear below; missing values mean unavailable, not zero.
Compare the years
Each row keeps its own source data.
| Model year | Market value | Reliability | Owner rating | EPA combined |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2023 ↗ CLS450 sedan AWD 3.0-liter 6 (362 hp) turbo (Premium Gasoline) Automatic 9-speed | $47,200 | Not rated | Not rated | 25 MPG |
| 2022 ↗ CLS450 sedan AWD 3.0-liter 6 (362 hp) turbo (Premium Gasoline) Automatic 9-speed | $38,250 | Not rated | Not rated | 25 MPG |
| 2021 ↗ CLS450 sedan AWD 3.0-liter 6 (362 hp) turbo (Premium Gasoline) Automatic 9-speed | $30,075 | Not rated | Not rated | 25 MPG |
| 2020 ↗ CLS450 sedan AWD 3.0-liter 6 (362 hp) turbo (Premium Gasoline) Automatic 9-speed | $27,075 | Not rated | Not rated | 26 MPG |
Values depend on trim and condition. Ratings are source-reported; road-test results may describe a tested configuration.
Year by year
2023 model
CLS450 sedan AWD 3.0-liter 6 (362 hp) turbo (Premium Gasoline) Automatic 9-speed · Conventional · Used
Find 2023 listings ↗ Specifications
Overview
- Powertrain
- Conventional
- Body style
- sedan
- Drive type
- AWD
- Transmission
- Automatic
- Category
- Luxury midsized cars
- Generation began
- 2019
Pricing
- Current retail median
- $47,200
- Retail value range
- $47,200 - $47,200
- Original MSRP range
- $76,500 - $76,500
- Trade-in range
- $42,530 - $42,530
Fuel economy
- EPA city
- 22 MPG
- EPA highway
- 30 MPG
- EPA combined
- 25 MPG
Road tests
- Test status
- Not Tested
Dimensions
- Length
- 199 in
- Width
- 74 in
- Height
- 57 in
- Wheelbase
- 116 in
- Weight
- 4,255 lb
- Towing capacity
- 0 lb
Interior
- Seating
- 5 people
Environmental impact
- Air pollution score
- 6/10
- Greenhouse gas score
- 5/10
- SmartWay
- No
Vehicle ID: 25584 First published: November 15, 2022 Updated: September 11, 2026
Values may vary by trim, options, location, and market conditions.
2022 model
CLS450 sedan AWD 3.0-liter 6 (362 hp) turbo (Premium Gasoline) Automatic 9-speed · Conventional · Used
Find 2022 listings ↗ Specifications
Overview
- Powertrain
- Conventional
- Body style
- sedan
- Drive type
- AWD
- Transmission
- Automatic
- Category
- Luxury midsized cars
- Generation began
- 2019
Pricing
- Current retail median
- $38,250
- Retail value range
- $38,250 - $38,250
- Original MSRP range
- $72,950 - $72,950
- Trade-in range
- $34,185 - $34,185
Fuel economy
- EPA city
- 22 MPG
- EPA highway
- 29 MPG
- EPA combined
- 25 MPG
Road tests
- Test status
- Not Tested
Dimensions
- Length
- 199 in
- Width
- 74 in
- Height
- 57 in
- Wheelbase
- 116 in
- Weight
- 4,255 lb
- Towing capacity
- 0 lb
Interior
- Seating
- 5 people
Environmental impact
- SmartWay
- No
Vehicle ID: 22063 First published: November 18, 2021 Updated: September 11, 2026
Values may vary by trim, options, location, and market conditions.
2021 model
CLS450 sedan AWD 3.0-liter 6 (362 hp) turbo (Premium Gasoline) Automatic 9-speed · Conventional · Used
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Specifications
Overview
- Powertrain
- Conventional
- Body style
- sedan
- Drive type
- AWD
- Transmission
- Automatic
- Category
- Luxury midsized cars
- Generation began
- 2019
Pricing
- Current retail median
- $30,075
- Retail value range
- $29,025 - $38,575
- Original MSRP range
- $70,300 - $81,550
- Trade-in range
- $25,210 - $34,375
Fuel economy
- EPA city
- 22 MPG
- EPA highway
- 29 MPG
- EPA combined
- 25 MPG
Road tests
- Test status
- Not Tested
Dimensions
- Length
- 196 in
- Width
- 74 in
- Height
- 56 in
- Wheelbase
- 116 in
- Weight
- 4,255 lb
- Towing capacity
- 0 lb
Interior
- Seating
- 5 people
Environmental impact
- Air pollution score
- 6/10
- Greenhouse gas score
- 5/10
- SmartWay
- No
Vehicle ID: 19503 First published: November 19, 2020 Updated: September 11, 2026
Values may vary by trim, options, location, and market conditions.
2020 model
CLS450 sedan AWD 3.0-liter 6 (362 hp) turbo (Premium Gasoline) Automatic 9-speed · Conventional · Used
Find 2020 listings ↗
Specifications
Overview
- Powertrain
- Conventional
- Body style
- sedan
- Drive type
- AWD
- Transmission
- Automatic
- Category
- Luxury midsized cars
- Generation began
- 2019
Pricing
- Current retail median
- $27,075
- Retail value range
- $25,725 - $32,800
- Original MSRP range
- $69,950 - $81,200
- Trade-in range
- $21,975 - $28,780
Fuel economy
- EPA city
- 23 MPG
- EPA highway
- 30 MPG
- EPA combined
- 26 MPG
Road tests
- Test status
- Not Tested
Dimensions
- Length
- 199 in
- Width
- 74 in
- Height
- 55 in
- Wheelbase
- 116 in
- Weight
- 4,255 lb
- Towing capacity
- 0 lb
Interior
- Seating
- 5 people
Environmental impact
- Air pollution score
- 6/10
- Greenhouse gas score
- 5/10
- SmartWay
- No
Vehicle ID: 15554 First published: July 22, 2020 Updated: September 11, 2026
Values may vary by trim, options, location, and market conditions.
Behind the data
Latest source update: September 11, 2026
Vehicle summaries, specifications, pricing and ratings come from Consumer Reports vehicle records. Auto Guide groups these records by model and reported generation start year.
Available years are listed explicitly. Gaps do not imply that a model was discontinued. Prices are source estimates, not live offers. No first-hand road test by Auto Guide is claimed.
