The Mercedes-Benz CLS C257 (2018-2021) was offered with 9 distinct engine configurations across its trim range.
| Engine | Power | Torque | Transmission | Drive | Top speed | 0-100 km/h | Consumption | Available on |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 3.0L Petrol | 435 hp | 520 Nm | Automatic | All Wheel Drive | 250 km/h | 4.5 s | 8.7 l/100km | 1 trim |
| 3.0L Petrol | 367 hp | 500 Nm | Automatic | All Wheel Drive | 250 km/h | 4.8 s | 7.7 l/100km | 1 trim |
| 2.9L Diesel | 340 hp | 700 Nm | Automatic | All Wheel Drive | 250 km/h | 5.0 s | 5.6 l/100km | 1 trim |
| 2.9L Diesel | 330 hp | 700 Nm | Automatic | All Wheel Drive | 250 km/h | 5.0 s | 6.8 l/100km | 1 trim |
| 2.0L Petrol | 299 hp | 400 Nm | Automatic | All Wheel Drive | 250 km/h | 6.1 s | 6.8 l/100km | 1 trim |
| 2.9L Diesel | 286 hp | 600 Nm | Automatic | All Wheel Drive | 250 km/h | 5.7 s | 5.6 l/100km | 1 trim |
| 2.9L Diesel | 286 hp | 600 Nm | Automatic | Rear Wheel Drive | 250 km/h | 5.7 s | 5.5 l/100km | 1 trim |
| 1.9L Diesel | 245 hp | 500 Nm | Automatic | Rear Wheel Drive | 250 km/h | 6.4 s | 5.2 l/100km | 1 trim |
| 1.9L Diesel | 194 hp | 400 Nm | Automatic | Rear Wheel Drive | 237 km/h | 7.5 s | 4.7 l/100km | 1 trim |
Each row is a distinct mechanical configuration — engine size, power output, transmission, drivetrain and fuel type — deduplicated across equipment trims that share the same engine. Trim-only differences (interior, wheels, options) do not create a separate row.