DecodedCars2022 Mercedes-Benz CLS-Class
Trims, performance, features, fuel economy, safety and known problems — with the pros and cons against similar 2022 models.
- Class
- Compact Cars
- Engines
- 3.0L 6-cyl turbo
- Drivetrain
- 4-Wheel Drive
- Fuel
- Hybrid
- MPG (best)
- 25 combined · 22 city / 30 hwy
- Length
- –
- Curb weight
- –
- NHTSA rating
- Not rated
- Recalls
- 0 campaigns
Pros & cons
What's good
- Hybrid version availableOffered as a hybrid as well as gas.
- No recalls so far
Watch out for
- Premium fuel requiredEvery gasoline version is rated for premium, which raises running costs.
Calculated from EPA, NHTSA and vPIC data against 14 similar 2022 models — not a review. How we calculate this →
Overview
The 2022 Mercedes-Benz CLS-Class is a compact car offered with a 3.0L 6-cyl turbo engine, including a hybrid version and 4-wheel drive.
EPA rates its most efficient version at 25 MPG combined (22 city / 30 highway), 11% worse than the 2022 compact car average of 28.2 MPG, for an estimated $3,300 a year in fuel.
NHTSA has not published a 5-Star overall rating for this model year.
There are no recalls or owner complaints on file with NHTSA for this model year.
What changed for 2022
- Engine dropped: 3.0L 6-cyl
Compared with 2021; trim, feature and price changes aren't covered. See the 2021 CLS-Class →
Engines, MPG & running costs
| Version | Engine | Transmission | Drive | City / Hwy / Comb | vs. class | Fuel / yr | CO₂ g/mi |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| CLS450 4matic Hybrid | 3.0L 6-cyl turbo | Automatic 9-spd | 4-Wheel Drive | 22 / 30 / 25 | -11% | $3,300 | 357 |
EPA estimates; "vs. class" is combined MPG against the 2022 EPA class average. How we calculate this →
Safety ratings & technology
NHTSA has not published 5-Star ratings for the 2022 Mercedes-Benz CLS-Class.
Similar 2022 compact cars
| Model | Best MPG / range | NHTSA overall | Recalls |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2022 Mercedes-Benz CLS-Class (this car) | 25 MPG | Not rated | 0 |
| 2022 BMW 3 Series | 30 MPG | ★★★★★ | 0 |
| 2022 Mercedes-Benz AMG GT | 21 MPG | Not rated | 6 |
| 2022 Lexus IS | 25 MPG | Not rated | 1 |
| 2022 Audi A4 | 29 MPG | Not rated | 3 |
| 2022 Mercedes-Benz C-Class | 29 MPG | Not rated | 0 |
| 2022 Volvo S60 | 31 MPG | Not rated | 4 |
Recalls (0)
No vehicle recalls on file with NHTSA for the 2022 Mercedes-Benz CLS-Class.
Check your VIN for open recalls at NHTSA ↗Not every 2022 Mercedes-Benz CLS-Class is affected — only a VIN check confirms your car.
Owner-reported problems
No owner complaints for the 2022 Mercedes-Benz CLS-Class in NHTSA's database since 2015.
Used 2022 Mercedes-Benz CLS-Class buyer's checklist
- Run the VIN at nhtsa.gov/recalls. No recalls on file, but check anyway.
- Hybrid system. Check for hybrid-system warning lights and ask whether the high-voltage battery has been replaced or is still under warranty.
- Before you pay: service records, a history report and an independent inspection.
Generated by DecodedCars from NHTSA recalls and owner complaints for the 2022 Mercedes-Benz CLS-Class. Not a substitute for a professional inspection.
Other CLS-Class years
Compare all years →| Year | MPG (best) | Length | Overall | Recalls | Complaints |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2023 CLS-Class | 25 | – | Not rated | 0 | 0 |
| 2021 CLS-Class | 26 | – | Not rated | 0 | 0 |
| 2020 CLS-Class | 26 | – | Not rated | 0 | 0 |
| 2019 CLS-Class | 26 | – | Not rated | 0 | 0 |
| 2018 CLS-Class | 21 | 194.5 in | Not rated | 0 | 0 |
| 2017 CLS-Class | 21 | 194.5 in | Not rated | 0 | 0 |
| 2016 CLS-Class | 24 | 194.5 in | Not rated | 0 | 0 |
| 2015 CLS-Class | 24 | 194.5 in | Not rated | 0 | 0 |
| 2014 CLS-Class | 20 | 194.5 in | Not rated | 0 | 0 |
| 2013 CLS-Class | 20 | 194.5 in | Not rated | 0 | 0 |
| 2012 CLS-Class | 20 | 194.5 in | Not rated | 0 | 0 |
| 2011 CLS-Class | 16 | 193.7 in | Not rated | 0 | 0 |
Sources: EPA, NHTSA, Transport Canada, Wikimedia Commons. Not affiliated with NHTSA, the EPA or Mercedes-Benz. How we calculate this →