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The 2023 Mercedes-Benz CL-Class presents an excellent reliability profile with zero recalls and zero complaints logged with NHTSA.

Calculated from 10,000+ NHTSA, EPA & owner-complaint data points·How we score

Model-year guides

2023202220212020201920182017201620152014201320122011
Read the 2023 buyer reportCompare all published years
2014 Mercedes-Benz CL-Class2014 model

Specifications by model year

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Every section below is populated from the available EPA, NHTSA, and vehicle-specification data for this model.

Fuel economy

EPA-rated city, highway, and combined economy by year.

YearCity MPGHighway MPGCombined MPGCity L/100 kmHighway L/100 kmCombined L/100 km
2023000000
2022000000
2021000000
2020000000
2019000000
2018000000
2017000000
2016000000
2015000000
2014000000
2013000000
2012000000
2011000000

Engine, transmission & drivetrain

Powertrain specifications can vary between model years.

YearBody style
2023sedan
2022sedan
2021sedan
2020sedan
2019sedan
2018sedan
2017sedan
2016sedan
2015sedan
2014coupe
2013coupe
2012coupe
2011coupe

Pricing & configuration

Original pricing and model configuration where available.

YearNote
2023Some of the decoding information provided may vary for non-U.S. market vehicles.
2022Some of the decoding information provided may vary for non-U.S. market vehicles.
2021Some of the decoding information provided may vary for non-U.S. market vehicles.
2020Some of the decoding information provided may vary for non-U.S. market vehicles.
2019Some of the decoding information provided may vary for non-U.S. market vehicles.
2018Some of the decoding information provided may vary for non-U.S. market vehicles.
2017Some of the decoding information provided may vary for non-U.S. market vehicles.
2016Some of the decoding information provided may vary for non-U.S. market vehicles.
2015Some of the decoding information provided may vary for non-U.S. market vehicles.
2014Some of the decoding information provided may vary for non-U.S. market vehicles.
2013Some of the decoding information provided may vary for non-U.S. market vehicles.
2012Some of the decoding information provided may vary for non-U.S. market vehicles.
2011Some of the decoding information provided may vary for non-U.S. market vehicles.

Space, dimensions & utility

Seating, cargo, and physical configuration by model year.

YearSeatsDoorsCargo (L)Cargo (cu ft)mechanicalGVWR
2023——————
20225433711.9——
2021——————
2020——————
2019——————
2018——————
20174249017.3——
2016——————
2015——————
2014————GVWR: Class 1: 6,000 lb or less (2,722 kg or less) | Class 1: 6,000 lb or less (2,722 kg or less)Class 1: 6,000 lb or less (2,722 kg or less) | Class 1: 6,000 lb or less (2,722 kg or less)
2013————GVWR: Class 1: 6,000 lb or less (2,722 kg or less) | Class 1: 6,000 lb or less (2,722 kg or less)Class 1: 6,000 lb or less (2,722 kg or less) | Class 1: 6,000 lb or less (2,722 kg or less)
2012————GVWR: Class 1: 6,000 lb or less (2,722 kg or less) | Class 1: 6,000 lb or less (2,722 kg or less)Class 1: 6,000 lb or less (2,722 kg or less) | Class 1: 6,000 lb or less (2,722 kg or less)
2011————GVWR: Class 1: 6,000 lb or less (2,722 kg or less) | Class 1: 6,000 lb or less (2,722 kg or less)Class 1: 6,000 lb or less (2,722 kg or less) | Class 1: 6,000 lb or less (2,722 kg or less)

Safety ratings & driver assistance

NHTSA safety ratings and listed driver-assistance availability.

YearnhtsaSafetyRatingstpmsRated vehicle
2023—standard—
2022—standard—
2021—standard—
2020—standard—
2019—standard—
2018—standard—
2017Rated vehicle: 2017 Mercedes-Benz CL-Class 2 DR RWDstandard2017 Mercedes-Benz CL-Class 2 DR RWD
2016—standard—
2015Rated vehicle: 2015 Mercedes-Benz Cl-Class 2 DR RWDstandard2015 Mercedes-Benz Cl-Class 2 DR RWD
2014Rated vehicle: 2014 Mercedes-Benz CL-CLASS 2 DR 4WDstandard2014 Mercedes-Benz CL-CLASS 2 DR 4WD
2013Rated vehicle: 2013 Mercedes-Benz CL-Class 2 DR 4WDstandard2013 Mercedes-Benz CL-Class 2 DR 4WD
2012Rated vehicle: 2012 Mercedes-Benz CL-Class 2 DR AWDstandard2012 Mercedes-Benz CL-Class 2 DR AWD
2011Rated vehicle: 2011 Mercedes-Benz CL-Class 2 DR AWDstandard2011 Mercedes-Benz CL-Class 2 DR AWD

Model year reports

2023

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The 2023 Mercedes-Benz CL-Class presents an excellent reliability profile with zero recalls and zero complaints logged with NHTSA.

2022

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The 2022 Mercedes-Benz CL-Class presents an excellent initial reliability profile with zero recalls and complaints reported to NHTSA.

2021

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The 2021 Mercedes-Benz CL-Class presents an exceptional reliability record with zero recalls or complaints reported, suggesting robust engineering and build quality.

2020

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The 2020 Mercedes-Benz CL-Class presents an excellent reliability record with zero recalls and zero complaints, suggesting strong initial quality and minimal systemic defects.

2019

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The 2019 Mercedes-Benz CL-Class presents an exceptionally clean record with zero recalls and zero complaints, indicating a very high level of reliability.

2018

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The 2018 Mercedes-Benz CL-Class presents an excellent reliability profile, with zero recalls and complaints logged in NHTSA data.

2017

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The 2017 Mercedes-Benz CL-Class presents an exceptionally clean record with zero recalls and zero complaints logged by NHTSA, suggesting excellent reported reliability.

2016

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The 2016 Mercedes-Benz CL-Class presents an exceptionally clean record with zero recalls and zero complaints, indicating a very high level of reliability and safety based on available NHTSA data.

2015

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The 2015 Mercedes-Benz CL-Class presents an exceptionally reliable profile, with zero recalls or complaints reported to NHTSA.

2014

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The 2014 Mercedes-Benz CL-Class presents an excellent reliability record with zero recalls and complaints logged by NHTSA.

2013

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The 2013 Mercedes-Benz CL-Class presents an unusual case with zero recalls and zero complaints logged with NHTSA, suggesting strong initial build quality.

2012

Open report

The 2012 Mercedes-Benz CL-Class presents an excellent reliability profile with zero recalls and zero complaints recorded by NHTSA.

2011

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The 2011 Mercedes-Benz CL-Class presents an excellent reliability record with zero recalls and complaints.

MethodologyHow we score →

Scores are derived from NHTSA recalls and owner complaints, normalized by vehicle segment averages.

What are the best years for the Mercedes-Benz CL-Class?

Carfocal currently has 13 published CL-Class reports, covering 2011 through 2023. Compare the year-specific reports directly to see how reliability, recalls, ownership costs, and value change over time. The newest published verdict says: The 2023 Mercedes-Benz CL-Class presents an excellent reliability profile with zero recalls and zero complaints logged with NHTSA.

Published year coverage: 2011, 2012, 2013, 2014, 2015, 2016, 2017, 2018, 2019, 2020, 2021, 2022, 2023.

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Is the Mercedes-Benz CL-Class reliable?

There is no single reliability answer for every Mercedes-Benz CL-Class. Carfocal's published year reports show why the model year matters, with verdicts that include the 2023 mercedes-benz cl-class presents an excellent reliability profile with zero recalls and zero complaints logged with nhtsa. and given its excellent reliability record with zero recalls and complaints, the 2023 cl-class should hold its value well, especially compared to models with documented issues. Compare the report for the year you are considering before you make a decision.

13 published year-specific reports are available for comparison.

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What are common problems with the Mercedes-Benz CL-Class?

Carfocal answers common-problem questions in the year-specific reports. Published guides currently cover 2011 through 2023.

Problem patterns will populate as repair-prediction coverage expands.

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Supporting data
Published guides
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Years tracked
13
Data sources
NHTSA, EPA, owner complaints

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