Mercedes-Benz CLS-Class Vehicle Class & EPA Size Category

The EPA classifies the 2023 Mercedes-Benz CLS-Class as a Compact Cars, a rating based on body style and interior volume.

Latest model year (2023):

The Mercedes-Benz CLS-Class is classified by the EPA as a Compact Cars.

Verifiedfueleconomy.gov · Verified August 9, 2026

Overview MPG Engine Specs Fuel Cost Transmission Drivetrain Vehicle Class Maintenance

Mercedes-Benz CLS-Class Vehicle Class — All Years

Year	Trim	Vehicle Class	Drive	Fuel Type	MPG Comb.
2023	Auto 9-spd, 6 cyl, 3.0 L	Compact Cars	All-Wheel Drive	Premium Gasoline	25
2022	Auto 9-spd, 6 cyl, 3.0 L	Compact Cars	4-Wheel Drive	Premium Gasoline	25
2021	Auto 9-spd, 6 cyl, 3.0 L	Compact Cars	4-Wheel Drive	Premium Gasoline	23
2021	Auto 9-spd, 6 cyl, 3.0 L	Compact Cars	Rear-Wheel Drive	Premium Gasoline	26
2021	Auto 9-spd, 6 cyl, 3.0 L	Compact Cars	4-Wheel Drive	Premium Gasoline	25
2020	Auto 9-spd, 6 cyl, 3.0 L	Compact Cars	4-Wheel Drive	Premium Gasoline	26
2020	Auto 9-spd, 6 cyl, 3.0 L	Compact Cars	4-Wheel Drive	Premium Gasoline	23
2020	Auto 9-spd, 6 cyl, 3.0 L	Compact Cars	Rear-Wheel Drive	Premium Gasoline	26
2019	Auto 9-spd, 6 cyl, 3.0 L	Compact Cars	4-Wheel Drive	Premium Gasoline	23
2019	Auto 9-spd, 6 cyl, 3.0 L	Compact Cars	Rear-Wheel Drive	Premium Gasoline	26
2019	Auto 9-spd, 6 cyl, 3.0 L	Compact Cars	4-Wheel Drive	Premium Gasoline	26
2018	Auto 7-spd, 8 cyl, 5.5 L	Compact Cars	4-Wheel Drive	Premium Gasoline	18
2018	Auto 9-spd, 8 cyl, 4.7 L	Compact Cars	4-Wheel Drive	Premium Gasoline	20
2018	Auto 9-spd, 8 cyl, 4.7 L	Compact Cars	Rear-Wheel Drive	Premium Gasoline	21
2017	Auto 7-spd, 8 cyl, 5.5 L	Compact Cars	4-Wheel Drive	Premium Gasoline	18
2017	Auto 9-spd, 8 cyl, 4.7 L	Compact Cars	Rear-Wheel Drive	Premium Gasoline	21
2017	Auto 9-spd, 8 cyl, 4.7 L	Compact Cars	4-Wheel Drive	Premium Gasoline	20
2016	Auto 7-spd, 6 cyl, 3.0 L	Compact Cars	4-Wheel Drive	Premium Gasoline	22
2016	Auto 7-spd, 6 cyl, 3.0 L	Compact Cars	Rear-Wheel Drive	Premium Gasoline	24
2016	Auto 7-spd, 8 cyl, 5.5 L	Compact Cars	4-Wheel Drive	Premium Gasoline	18
2016	Auto 9-spd, 8 cyl, 4.7 L	Compact Cars	4-Wheel Drive	Premium Gasoline	20
2016	Auto 9-spd, 8 cyl, 4.7 L	Compact Cars	Rear-Wheel Drive	Premium Gasoline	20
2015	Auto 7-spd, 6 cyl, 3.0 L	Compact Cars	4-Wheel Drive	Premium Gasoline	22
2015	Auto 7-spd, 6 cyl, 3.0 L	Compact Cars	Rear-Wheel Drive	Premium Gasoline	24
2015	Auto 7-spd, 8 cyl, 4.7 L	Compact Cars	4-Wheel Drive	Premium Gasoline	19
2015	Auto 7-spd, 8 cyl, 5.5 L	Compact Cars	4-Wheel Drive	Premium Gasoline	18
2015	Auto 9-spd, 8 cyl, 4.7 L	Compact Cars	Rear-Wheel Drive	Premium Gasoline	20

Data sourced from fueleconomy.gov (U.S. Department of Energy). MPG figures are EPA-tested. Fuel costs are estimates based on average fuel prices and 15,000 miles/year.

Mercedes-Benz CLS-Class Vehicle Class FAQ

What class of vehicle is the Mercedes-Benz CLS-Class?

The EPA classifies the Mercedes-Benz CLS-Class as a Compact Cars. This classification is based on interior volume and body style and affects how its fuel economy is compared with other vehicles.

Is the Mercedes-Benz CLS-Class considered a small or large vehicle?

Based on its EPA class (Compact Cars), the Mercedes-Benz CLS-Class is grouped with vehicles of similar size and interior volume. The class can change between model years when the body is redesigned.

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