Mercedes-Benz CL C140
The Mercedes-Benz CL C140 (1998–1999): dimensions, weights, reliability and the official figures of its 4 versions in the United States and Canada.
Model codes: C140
Dimensions, weights and capacity
| Specification | Europe | North America | Wikipedia |
|---|---|---|---|
| Dimensions | |||
| Length | 5,070 mm RDW | – | 5,065 mm |
| Width | 1,912 mm ASTRA | – | 1,895 mm |
| Height | 1,450 mm ASTRA | – | 1,427 mm |
| Wheelbase | 2,950 mm RDW | – | 2,944 mm |
| Front track | 1,606–1,620 mm ASTRA | – | – |
| Rear track | 1,579–1,593 mm ASTRA | – | – |
| Weights and towing | |||
| Kerb weight | 2,040–2,210 kg RDW | – | 2,060–2,240 kg |
| Mass in running order | 2,140–2,310 kg RDW | – | – |
| Gross vehicle weight | 2,600–2,720 kg RDW | – | – |
| Towing, braked trailer | 2,100 kg RDW | – | – |
| Towing, unbraked trailer | 750 kg RDW | – | – |
| Seats and space | |||
| Seats | 4 RDW | – | – |
| Doors | 2 RDW | – | – |
| Luggage space (EPA) | – | 396 L EPA | – |
| Passenger space (EPA) | – | 2,633 L EPA | – |
| Performance | |||
| Top speed | 250 km/h RDW | – | – |
| Torque | 400–570 Nm ASTRA | – | – |
Tyre sizes (most common first): 235/60R16, 255/45R18
Ranges cover the generation’s versions and body styles; European and North American versions can differ. Sources: RDW type approvals (Netherlands), Wikipedia, ASTRA type approvals (Switzerland), US EPA fuel economy data. Wikipedia figures are used under CC BY-SA 4.0.
Reliability and owner reports
Owner complaints to NHTSA (US)
2 complaints for model years 1999–1999.
Complaints are reported by owners and not checked by NHTSA; they are not adjusted for how many cars were sold, so popular models have more. NHTSA owner complaints
All 4 versions of the Mercedes-Benz CL C140
United States 2 versions
Model years sold in the USA, from the EPA and the Department of Energy (fueleconomy.gov). MPG on the EPA test; litres per 100 km = 235.215 ÷ MPG.
| Years and version | Engine | Fuel | Gearbox | Drive | Consumption (combined) | CO₂ |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1998–1999EMS 2MODE CLKUP | 5.0 L | Petrol | 5-speed automatic | Rear-wheel drive | 16 MPG (14.7 L/100 km) EPA | 345 g/km |
| 1998–1999EMS 2MODE CLKUP | 6.0 L | Petrol | 5-speed automatic | Rear-wheel drive | 14 MPG (16.8 L/100 km) EPA | 394 g/km |
Canada 2 versions
Model years sold in Canada, from Natural Resources Canada fuel consumption ratings (5-cycle test).
| Years and version | Engine | Fuel | Gearbox | Consumption (combined) | CO₂ |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1998–1999Compact | 5.0 L | Petrol | 5-speed automatic | 14.7–17.1 L/100 km 5-cycle | 338–393 g/km |
| 1998–1999Compact | 6.0 L | Petrol | 5-speed automatic | 14.7–17.1 L/100 km 5-cycle | 338–393 g/km |
Similar models from other brands
Official figures are measured on standard test procedures and differ between markets. Your consumption depends on how, where and in what conditions you drive.