2022 MERCEDES-BENZ CLS-CLASS | W1K2J5KB2NA105261
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2022 MERCEDES-BENZ CLS-CLASS | W1K2J5KB2NA105261
Specifications
5
~$90,000
Engine: 3.0L turbocharged inline-6 mild hybrid
Torque: 520 Nm + 250 Nm (EQ Boost temporary boost)
0–100 km/h: ~4.5 s
The AMG CLS 53 4MATIC+ is a unique take on the performance luxury sedan: a four-door coupé with a straight-six turbo and EQ Boost hybridization, combining refined power delivery with genuine AMG dynamics. It accelerates from 0–100 km/h in 4.5 seconds, and thanks to fully variable AWD, it retains both traction and playful balance.
The M256 engine is silky-smooth, and the EQ Boost starter-generator eliminates turbo lag while also powering ancillaries and enabling gliding and mild hybrid modes. The result is effortless torque, instant response, and increased efficiency — wrapped in a sleek, pillarless design.
Inside, the CLS 53 features AMG-specific digital displays, MBUX infotainment, AMG seats and steering wheel, and luxury materials throughout. AMG Ride Control+ adaptive suspension, drift-capable AWD, and optional ceramic brakes support spirited driving while maintaining comfort.
Even in its non-AMG trims, the CLS offered refined grand touring performance, but only the CLS 53 truly embodied the performance badge — filling the void left by the discontinued CLS 63 with a more balanced, daily-drivable sport-luxury character.
The Mercedes-AMG CLS 53 earns its place in the performance registry as the most powerful and technologically advanced expression of the third-gen CLS, a high-speed fashion statement that delivers both poise and punch in every drive.
Body Styles
Four-Door Luxury Coupe (CLS Coupe) – a swooping, low-slung sedan with a coupe-like silhouette featuring frameless doors, an elongated hood, a gently arched roofline, and a clean, sculpted rear end. The CLS pioneered the four-door coupe concept and the third generation refined it, blending sporty proportions with understated elegance, and combining the sleekness of a coupe with the comfort of a luxury sedan.
Model Name Meaning (Manufacturer)
"CLS" stands for "Coupé Leicht Sport" (Coupe Light Sport) — encapsulating the car’s mission to blend the sporty dynamics and styling of a coupe with the luxury and usability of a sedan. As a member of the Mercedes-Benz lineup, it occupies a niche between the traditional E-Class and the flagship S-Class, offering an emotional, design-led alternative.
Model Name Meaning (Languages)
"CLS" is a globally recognized Mercedes-Benz designation. Its brevity and German roots make it easily translatable and understandable worldwide, reinforcing the image of sporty elegance fused with luxury across diverse markets.
Body & Interior Colors and Rims
The CLS was offered in a sophisticated palette that emphasized its athletic elegance. Standard colors included timeless options such as Polar White, Obsidian Black, and Selenite Grey. More distinctive choices like Emerald Green Metallic, Mojave Silver, and the deep Lunar Blue Metallic were available to highlight the CLS's sculptural bodywork. Special designo paints — including designo Cardinal Red Metallic and designo Diamond White Bright — provided an even higher level of visual distinction for discerning customers.
Inside, the CLS combined modern minimalist design with rich materials and technical sophistication. Standard upholstery was MB-Tex synthetic leather, with upgrades to genuine leather and designo Nappa leather available in shades like Macchiato Beige, Magma Grey, and Tartufo Brown. AMG models like the CLS 53 featured exclusive AMG-specific upholstery patterns, red contrast stitching, and optional carbon fiber or metal weave trim elements.
The cabin architecture revolved around dual 12.3-inch displays — one for the instrument cluster and one for infotainment — housed under a single piece of continuous glass, creating a futuristic "Widescreen Cockpit" effect. Ambient lighting with 64 selectable colors enhanced the cabin’s atmosphere, allowing owners to personalize the mood with dynamic themes that shift during driving or based on temperature settings.
Wheels started at 19 inches in turbine-style designs and extended up to 20 inches for AMG Line and CLS 53 models. Options included multi-spoke, Y-spoke, and twin-five-spoke designs in finishes ranging from gloss black to titanium grey or machined alloys. The AMG CLS 53 added bespoke aerodynamic wheel options to complement its more aggressive stance and performance intent.
Top Expensive Options
- Driver Assistance Package (Adaptive Cruise, Lane Keep Assist, Evasive Steering Assist): ~$2,250
- Burmester High-End 3D Surround Sound System (15 speakers, 1,450 watts): ~$4,500
- AMG Night Package (Blackout Exterior Trim, Darkened Headlamps, Black Wheels – CLS 53): ~$750
- Warmth and Comfort Package (Heated Rear Seats, Heated Armrests): ~$1,050
- Air Balance Package (Cabin Fragrance and Ionization System): ~$550
- Head-Up Display with Augmented Reality Navigation: ~$1,100
- AMG Performance Exhaust System (Variable Valve Sport Sound – CLS 53): ~$1,250
- designo Exclusive Nappa Leather Upholstery Upgrade: ~$4,800
- 20" AMG Multi-Spoke Wheels in Matte Black Finish: ~$2,000
- Surround View System with 360° Camera: ~$800
vs Competitors
The Mercedes-Benz CLS competed directly with the Audi A7, BMW 8 Series Gran Coupe, and the Porsche Panamera. Compared to the A7, the CLS offered a more fluid and elegant design, though the Audi matched or exceeded it in interior technology integration. Against the BMW 8 Series Gran Coupe, the CLS prioritized comfort and style over outright sporting dynamics. Versus the Porsche Panamera, the CLS was softer and less performance-oriented, but it delivered far greater value and a more relaxed, luxurious ride. The CLS excelled as a choice for buyers who wanted a standout design, a luxurious driving experience, and understated performance, setting itself apart with its sensual shape and effortless presence.
Fun Fact
The third-generation CLS was the first vehicle to introduce Mercedes-Benz's all-new inline-6 turbocharged engine (with integrated mild-hybrid EQ Boost), marking a return to straight-six heritage for the brand — a layout historically associated with smoothness, balance, and mechanical elegance.
Lot Details
Specifications
5
~$90,000
Torque:
0–100 km/h:
The AMG CLS 53 4MATIC+ is a unique take on the performance luxury sedan: a four-door coupé with a straight-six turbo and EQ Boost hybridization, combining refined power delivery with genuine AMG dynamics. It accelerates from 0–100 km/h in 4.5 seconds, and thanks to fully variable AWD, it retains both traction and playful balance.
The M256 engine is silky-smooth, and the EQ Boost starter-generator eliminates turbo lag while also powering ancillaries and enabling gliding and mild hybrid modes. The result is effortless torque, instant response, and increased efficiency — wrapped in a sleek, pillarless design.
Inside, the CLS 53 features AMG-specific digital displays, MBUX infotainment, AMG seats and steering wheel, and luxury materials throughout. AMG Ride Control+ adaptive suspension, drift-capable AWD, and optional ceramic brakes support spirited driving while maintaining comfort.
Even in its non-AMG trims, the CLS offered refined grand touring performance, but only the CLS 53 truly embodied the performance badge — filling the void left by the discontinued CLS 63 with a more balanced, daily-drivable sport-luxury character.
The Mercedes-AMG CLS 53 earns its place in the performance registry as the most powerful and technologically advanced expression of the third-gen CLS, a high-speed fashion statement that delivers both poise and punch in every drive.
Body Styles
Four-Door Luxury Coupe (CLS Coupe) – a swooping, low-slung sedan with a coupe-like silhouette featuring frameless doors, an elongated hood, a gently arched roofline, and a clean, sculpted rear end. The CLS pioneered the four-door coupe concept and the third generation refined it, blending sporty proportions with understated elegance, and combining the sleekness of a coupe with the comfort of a luxury sedan.
Model Name Meaning (Manufacturer)
"CLS" stands for "Coupé Leicht Sport" (Coupe Light Sport) — encapsulating the car’s mission to blend the sporty dynamics and styling of a coupe with the luxury and usability of a sedan. As a member of the Mercedes-Benz lineup, it occupies a niche between the traditional E-Class and the flagship S-Class, offering an emotional, design-led alternative.
Model Name Meaning (Languages)
"CLS" is a globally recognized Mercedes-Benz designation. Its brevity and German roots make it easily translatable and understandable worldwide, reinforcing the image of sporty elegance fused with luxury across diverse markets.
Body & Interior Colors and Rims
The CLS was offered in a sophisticated palette that emphasized its athletic elegance. Standard colors included timeless options such as Polar White, Obsidian Black, and Selenite Grey. More distinctive choices like Emerald Green Metallic, Mojave Silver, and the deep Lunar Blue Metallic were available to highlight the CLS's sculptural bodywork. Special designo paints — including designo Cardinal Red Metallic and designo Diamond White Bright — provided an even higher level of visual distinction for discerning customers.
Inside, the CLS combined modern minimalist design with rich materials and technical sophistication. Standard upholstery was MB-Tex synthetic leather, with upgrades to genuine leather and designo Nappa leather available in shades like Macchiato Beige, Magma Grey, and Tartufo Brown. AMG models like the CLS 53 featured exclusive AMG-specific upholstery patterns, red contrast stitching, and optional carbon fiber or metal weave trim elements.
The cabin architecture revolved around dual 12.3-inch displays — one for the instrument cluster and one for infotainment — housed under a single piece of continuous glass, creating a futuristic "Widescreen Cockpit" effect. Ambient lighting with 64 selectable colors enhanced the cabin’s atmosphere, allowing owners to personalize the mood with dynamic themes that shift during driving or based on temperature settings.
Wheels started at 19 inches in turbine-style designs and extended up to 20 inches for AMG Line and CLS 53 models. Options included multi-spoke, Y-spoke, and twin-five-spoke designs in finishes ranging from gloss black to titanium grey or machined alloys. The AMG CLS 53 added bespoke aerodynamic wheel options to complement its more aggressive stance and performance intent.
Top Expensive Options
- Driver Assistance Package (Adaptive Cruise, Lane Keep Assist, Evasive Steering Assist): ~$2,250
- Burmester High-End 3D Surround Sound System (15 speakers, 1,450 watts): ~$4,500
- AMG Night Package (Blackout Exterior Trim, Darkened Headlamps, Black Wheels – CLS 53): ~$750
- Warmth and Comfort Package (Heated Rear Seats, Heated Armrests): ~$1,050
- Air Balance Package (Cabin Fragrance and Ionization System): ~$550
- Head-Up Display with Augmented Reality Navigation: ~$1,100
- AMG Performance Exhaust System (Variable Valve Sport Sound – CLS 53): ~$1,250
- designo Exclusive Nappa Leather Upholstery Upgrade: ~$4,800
- 20" AMG Multi-Spoke Wheels in Matte Black Finish: ~$2,000
- Surround View System with 360° Camera: ~$800
vs Competitors
The Mercedes-Benz CLS competed directly with the Audi A7, BMW 8 Series Gran Coupe, and the Porsche Panamera. Compared to the A7, the CLS offered a more fluid and elegant design, though the Audi matched or exceeded it in interior technology integration. Against the BMW 8 Series Gran Coupe, the CLS prioritized comfort and style over outright sporting dynamics. Versus the Porsche Panamera, the CLS was softer and less performance-oriented, but it delivered far greater value and a more relaxed, luxurious ride. The CLS excelled as a choice for buyers who wanted a standout design, a luxurious driving experience, and understated performance, setting itself apart with its sensual shape and effortless presence.
Fun Fact
The third-generation CLS was the first vehicle to introduce Mercedes-Benz's all-new inline-6 turbocharged engine (with integrated mild-hybrid EQ Boost), marking a return to straight-six heritage for the brand — a layout historically associated with smoothness, balance, and mechanical elegance.