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2009 Mercedes-Benz CLS Reviews, Pricing & Specs
Write a reviewFor the 2006 model year, Mercedes-Benz set the world of automotive styling afire with the introduction of its highly sensuous CLS-Class "four-door coupe." In 2009, this modern classic receives a freshening.
Outside, a new two-bar grille with a wire mesh background replaces the four-bar grille and its traditional black backing. The 2009 taillights are LED, and the side mirrors have 32% more glass and incorporate arrow-shaped turn signals. The new rear bumper now boasts trapezoidal dual exhausts that replace oval ones. Of the two CLS models, the base CLS550, which accounts for 90% of sales, receives new 18-inch wheels that sport five twin spokes.
Climbing inside, you'll find yards of leather and a dashboard of hand-polished wood, but less interior space than its sibling E-Class offers - the four-seat CLS is all about style. An elegant three-spoke steering wheel gives an unobstructed view of the chronometer-style gauges - speedometer in the center flanked by a tachometer and clock - finished for 2009 in white on a silver background. Fuel level and coolant temperature are displayed via bar graphs. The latest version of the COMAND infotainment system incorporates Bluetooth technology for hands-free cell phone and audio operation. Reviewers report that the system's menus and controls are improved. The CLS63 AMG features a flat-bottom steering wheel, reflecting its performance heritage.
A 5.5-liter V8 develops 382 hp and 391 lb-ft of torque that flow through the smooth-as-glass seven-speed automatic transmission to power the CLS550 across the 0-60 jump in 5.4 seconds. The high-performance CLS63 AMG receives its motivation from a hand-built 6.2-liter V8 that shares no parts with its CLS550 sibling's engine. The AMG V8 sends 507 hp and 465 lb-ft of torque spinning through the same seven-speed automatic, but the CLS63 is equipped with the paddle-shifted AMG Speedshift, which is calibrated for 35% faster shifts and perfectly rev-matches downshifts. The 0-60 blast happens in 4.3 seconds according to Mercedes, though one reviewer claims 4.1 seconds. And it stops - it's equipped with six-piston calipers and massive 14-inch rotors in front, and four-piston calipers with 13-inch rotors in the rear.
Both cars are equipped with Mercedes' Airmatic suspension, which combines its air springs with electronically adjusted gas-filled dampers to provide a driver-controlled ride experience that ranges from highway luxury-car comfort to exhilaration in the twisties. Reviewers report that the CLS63 AMG, with its tighter suspension, "felt much smaller than its dimensions suggest" when pushed hard on European curving country roads.
Safety, as befits a Mercedes, is taken seriously, as the CLS-Class comes equipped with the full complement of airbags, including a driver's knee bag. In addition, the Mercedes' Pre-Safe system is standard - if its forward-looking radar senses an impending collision, the system pre-tensions seat belts, moves seats into safer positions, and closes the sunroof if it senses a possible rollover. Brake control, traction control, and an electronic stability program are also included.
Published Aug 8, 2022 by CarGurus Editorial Team
User reviews for 2009 Mercedes-Benz CLS
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by Frank P
Aug 11, 2022
AMG - smooth and very powerful. Comfortable seats but weird to use seat controls on the door. Turn signal switch also a little low so I keep hitting the cruise control switch when I want to turn. Very fun to drive and exciting when unleashing 500hp. Aug 11, 2022
by mike G
Jun 14, 2021
Car had a ticking sound, dealer didnt have a reason why.... Very good looking car thoughJun 14, 2021
by Anonymous
Apr 03, 2015
This vehicle is beautiful to look at and is very powerful. Makes heads turn. Can tell car is built well while driving top speed. Has several features and performs well. Very roomy, comfortable, and sporty. Can go around who ever you want to when you need to!Apr 03, 2015
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by Frank P
Aug 11, 2022
AMG - smooth and very powerful. Comfortable seats but weird to use seat controls on the door. Turn signal switch also a little low so I keep hitting the cruise control switch when I want to turn. Very fun to drive and exciting when unleashing 500hp. Aug 11, 2022
by mike G
Jun 14, 2021
Car had a ticking sound, dealer didnt have a reason why.... Very good looking car thoughJun 14, 2021
by Anonymous
Apr 03, 2015
This vehicle is beautiful to look at and is very powerful. Makes heads turn. Can tell car is built well while driving top speed. Has several features and performs well. Very roomy, comfortable, and sporty. Can go around who ever you want to when you need to!Apr 03, 2015
by Anonymous
Jul 25, 2013
Somehow it has an expensive and rough look to it, interior is beautiful , makes the beamer look cheap. Adding a spolier makes the look. beautiful lines surround the car and it shouts luxury. Air matic suspension seems to be the deal breaker for Mercedes it seems to always break once in 5 years either the pump or the sensors , my advice change both when one dies off it will be cheaper. Fit and Finish is perfect. German muscle at its best.Jul 25, 2013
by Gary G
Dec 07, 2012
Feels good to get behind the wheel and take it for a spin. Have had problems with the sunroof not closing on its own. But other than that, handles and looks great. As soon as I can afford it, I am getting a newer CLS550 model.Dec 07, 2012
by Anonymous
Oct 22, 2012
It's an amazing car. 507 HP and 0-60 anywhere from 3.8 to 4.1. It is very roomy and it always gets looks. I have had more people comment on this vs my Carerra S. It's a family car that has big ballsOct 22, 2012
by Ahmed A
Aug 05, 2010
one of most sophsticated cars i drivern all controlled by computer and make driving 100% perfect, design and shape second to none to have sport and family car in one
was sad when moved from clk after my daughter birth but now this is the 3rd since launch in 2005Aug 05, 2010
by Chris P
Jan 24, 2010
The CLS is massively reassuring to drive, with enormous amounts of grip and powerful, progressive brakes. The diesel engine packs 398lb ft of torque and offers serious mid-range grunt. It's also a head turner and shows that Mercedes can do exciting as well as conservative.Jan 24, 2010
What users have asked
Vehicle Too Low Error Message
My 2009 CLS 550 has an error code "Vehicle too Low!" The left front side is the only side that is low. It is just above the tire;however, it it not touching the tire. What do I do since the dealership is closed for the holiday? Can I still drive it?
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missing part
hi my name is Ray and i am from iran i drive CLS500 2009 i went for oil change yesterday and i got chance to go underneath my car and i saw like i hit something hard and a wire with socket on it just hanging and looks like their was something thier thats missing now but nobody knew what that was right hand side of the care near the rear of the car next to the oil tube passing by for rear breaks i took pictures if you like to see i can send you sorry about my poor english and bad spelling didnt have much practice in last 10years since i came back from us thank you
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My 2009 CLS 550's radio keeps shutting off and tries to reboot every 5-10 min. Just the Mercedes display pops up and the radio will play with all functions not available. I
It never fully boots to the navagation or radio screen before it clicks off and tries to reboot again... Can any one help or have had this problem? Thx
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My CLS550 Navigation will find itself on the map however it will not start a route navigation...it keeps displaying the message "drive the car around for a few minutes and try again"
The vehicle will find itself on the Navi Map, street locations, road following correctly, however when entering in a destination, it will say starting route...wait a few seconds then give the message above (drive around)...the system will also auto shut off after about 20 min playing...having to restart the entire nav/com system
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2009 Mercedes-Benz CLS Pricing
Original MSRP
$68,950 to $94,550Price range
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N/ATrims & specs
Air Conditioning
Active charcoal air filtration · Automatic climate control front air conditioning · Dual front air conditioning zones · Automatic climate control rear air conditioning · Dual rear air conditioning zones
Airbags
Dual front airbags · Driver knee airbags · Passenger airbag deactivation: occupant sensing deactivation · Rear side airbags · Front side curtain airbags
Audio System
Antenna Type: element · IPod auxiliary audio input · Hard Drive: 4GB · 6 disc in-dash CD · Premium Brand: Harman-Kardon · AM/FM radio · Satellite Radio: SiriusXM · 1 subwoofer · Surround audio: 5.1
Brakes
ABS: 4-wheel · Front brake diameter: 12.9 · Front brake width: 1.26 · Front brakes: ventilated disc · Rear brake diameter: 11.8 · Rear brake width: 0.9 · Rear brakes: ventilated disc
Comfort Features
Door sill trim: illuminated scuff plate · Shift knob trim: wood · Steering wheel trim: leather
Convenience Features
Cruise control: adaptive · Cupholders: front · Dimming rearview mirror: auto-dimming · Memorized settings: side mirrors · Multi-function remote: keyless entry with panic alarm · One-touch windows: 4 · Power activated trunk/hatch: close · Power outlet(s): 12V · Power steering: speed-proportional · Reading lights: front · Steering wheel: power tilt and telescopic · Steering wheel mounted controls: cruise controls · Storage: seatback · Sunshade: power rear window · Universal garage door opener: Homelink · Vanity mirrors: dual illuminating
Driver Seat
Adjustable lumbar support: power · Power adjustments: 10
Drivetrain
Axle ratio: 2.65
Exterior Features
Exhaust: dual exhaust tips · Exhaust tip color: chrome · Grille color: black with chrome accents · Paint: special factory paint
Headrests
Front headrests: power adjustable · Number of front headrests: 2 · Number of rear headrests: 2
Instrumentation
Fuel economy display: range · Warnings and reminders: low fuel level
Lights
Headlights: Auto on
Mirrors
Exterior mirrors: power
Passenger Seat
Adjustable lumbar support: power · Power adjustments: 10
Rear Seats
Type: bucket
Roof
Moonroof: remote operation
Safety
Active head restraints: driver · Child seat anchors: LATCH system · Impact sensor: post-collision safety system · Parking sensors: front and rear
Seatbelts
Seatbelt force limiters: front and rear · Seatbelt pretensioners: front and rear
Seats
Driver seat power adjustments: height · Front seat type: bucket · Heated: front seats · Passenger seat power adjustments: height · Upholstery: leather · Ventilated: front
Suspension
Driver Adjustable Suspension: ride control · Front Spring Type: pneumatic springs · Front Suspension Classification: independent · Front Suspension Type: multi-link · Leveling: self leveling suspension · Rear Spring Type: pneumatic springs · Rear Suspension Classification: independent · Rear Suspension Type: multi-link · Stabilizer bar(s): rear · Suspension control: electronic
Telematics
Navigation system: with voice recognition · Phone wireless data link: Bluetooth · Satellite communications: TeleAid
Tires
Type: performance
Wheels
Wheel spokes: 5
Windows
Front wipers: rain sensing · Power windows: remote operation
Air Conditioning
Active charcoal air filtration · Automatic climate control front air conditioning · Dual front air conditioning zones · Automatic climate control rear air conditioning · Dual rear air conditioning zones
Airbags
Dual front airbags · Driver knee airbags · Passenger airbag deactivation: occupant sensing deactivation · Front side airbags · Front side curtain airbags
Audio System
Antenna Type: element · Memory card slot auxiliary audio input · Hard Drive: 4GB · 6 disc in-dash CD · Premium Brand: Harman-Kardon · AM/FM radio · 1 subwoofer · Surround audio: 5.1
Brakes
ABS: 4-wheel · Front brake diameter: 13.8 · Front brake width: 1.26 · Front brakes: ventilated disc · Rear brake diameter: 12.6 · Rear brake width: 0.9 · Rear brakes: ventilated disc
Comfort Features
Door sill trim: illuminated scuff plate · Foot pedal trim: stainless steel · Shift knob trim: leather · Steering wheel trim: leather
Convenience Features
Cruise control: adaptive · Cupholders: front · Dimming rearview mirror: auto-dimming · Memorized settings: driver seat · Multi-function remote: keyless entry · One-touch windows: 4 · Power activated trunk/hatch: close · Power outlet(s): 12V · Power steering: speed-proportional · Reading lights: front · Steering wheel: power tilt and telescopic · Steering wheel mounted controls: multi-function screen controls · Storage: door pockets · Sunshade: power rear window · Universal garage door opener: Homelink · Vanity mirrors: dual illuminating
Driver Seat
Adjustable lumbar support: power · Power adjustments: 10
Drivetrain
Axle ratio: 2.65
Exterior Features
Exhaust: quad exhaust tips · Exhaust tip color: chrome · Grille color: black with chrome accents · Paint: special factory paint
Headrests
Front headrests: power adjustable · Number of front headrests: 2 · Number of rear headrests: 2
Instrumentation
Fuel economy display: MPG · Warnings and reminders: coolant temperature warning
Lights
Headlights: Auto on
Mirrors
Exterior mirrors: heated
Passenger Seat
Adjustable lumbar support: power · Power adjustments: 10
Rear Seats
Type: bucket
Roof
Moonroof: power glass
Safety
Active head restraints: driver · Child seat anchors: LATCH system · Impact sensor: post-collision safety system · Parking sensors: front and rear
Seatbelts
Seatbelt force limiters: front · Seatbelt pretensioners: front and rear
Seats
Driver seat power adjustments: height · Front seat type: bench · Heated: front seats · Passenger seat power adjustments: height · Upholstery: premium leather · Upholstery accents: faux suede · Ventilated: front
Suspension
Driver Adjustable Suspension: height · Front Spring Type: pneumatic springs · Front Suspension Classification: independent · Front Suspension Type: multi-link · Leveling: self leveling suspension · Rear Spring Type: pneumatic springs · Rear Suspension Classification: independent · Rear Suspension Type: multi-link · Stabilizer bar(s): rear · Suspension control: electronic
Telematics
Navigation system: with voice recognition · Phone wireless data link: Bluetooth · Satellite communications: TeleAid
Tires
Type: performance
Tires and Rims
Wheels: alloy
Wheels
Wheel spokes: 5
Windows
Front wipers: speed sensitive