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Snapshot
- Minor facelift and equipment update headlines 2022 range
- 320kW/520Nm engine remains unchanged
- Prices start at $183,600
The 2022 Mercedes-AMG CLS 53 4MATIC+ has officially arrived in Australia, with the German manufacturer confirming local pricing and specifications for the four-door coupé.
Initially revealed in April this year, the new CLS provides a handful of updates over the outgoing model, as well as a Limited Edition variant – capped at just 299 units for Australia.
Revised styling is the most apparent difference to the car it replaces, with a new front bumper, grille and headlights setting the 2022 CLS 53 apart from its predecessor, which was last updated in 2018.
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2022 Mercedes-AMG CLS 53 4MATIC+ pricing (excludes on-road costs)
Although the 2022 CLS 53 scores a host of new equipment, it has been given a price deduction – starting out cheaper than the CLS it replaces.
| CLS 53 4MATIC+ | $183,600 (down from $188,977) |
| CLS 53 4MATIC+ Limited Edition | One of 299 | $197,600 |
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Features
Starting with the standard CLS 53, the base vehicle includes:
| AMG Night Package |
| 20-inch AMG multi-spoke light-alloy wheels |
| Lastest MBUX interface |
| 12.3-inch digital dash |
| 12.3-inch infotainment display |
| Hey Mercedes' integrated |
| 13 speaker Burmester surround sound system |
| Head-up display |
| Heated and powered front seats |
| DAB+ digital radio |
| Nappa leather steering wheel and seats |
| Wireless charging |
| Apple CarPlay/Android Auto. |
On top of this equipment, the limited-run Limited Edition | One of 299 adds:
| AMG Performance steering wheel in Nappa leather with Dinamica |
| AMG Dynamic Plus package including race drive program with drift mode |
| Power-closing doors |
| AMG Nappa upholstery in two-tone silver grey pearl/black |
| Surround lighting with AMG brand logo projection |
| AMG car cover |
| AMG carbon-fibre interior trim |
| designo red seat belts |
| Red brake callipers |
| Extended AMG Night Package |
| AMG-specific darkened radiator grille |
| 20-inch matte black AMG 5-twin-spoke light-alloy wheels |
| High-gloss black exterior badging |
| Cashmere white magno or selenite grey magno paintwork. |
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Engine, drivetrain and fuel economy
Retaining the same powertrain as the previous CLS 53, the 2022 model is powered by a 3.0-litre, turbocharged straight-six engine with 48-volt mild-hybrid assistance, producing 320kW @ 6100rpm and 520Nm between 1800-5800rpm, with a 6kW and 250Nm boost coming thanks to the electric tech.
Drive is still sent to all four wheels through Mercedes's nine-speed automatic gearbox, helping the CLS 53 to achieve a claimed 0-100km/h sprint in 4.5 seconds, while also returning a tested combined fuel consumption figure of 8.9L/100km.
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Safety
With no structural changes to the 2022 model, the existing CLS 53's five-star ANCAP safety rating is retained, and it also benefits from a range of safety tech including:
| 360-degree camera with dynamic guidelines |
| Active lane change assist |
| Active parking assist with Parktronic |
| Active traffic assist |
| Blind spot with active assist |
| Brake assist |
| Collision mitigation |
| Driver attention detection |
| Speed limiter and zone reminder |
| Pre-safe impulse side accident preparation system |
| Tyre pressure monitoring. |
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Warranty and servicing
As with other Mercedes-Benz and Mercedes-AMG vehicles, the CLS 53 is covered by a five-year/unlimited-kilometre warranty.
The CLS 53 is subject to capped-price servicing by Mercedes for its first three years after purchase, with the 12-month/25,000km intervals coming to a total cost of $3150 at the end of the period.
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Availability
Mercedes-AMG is now taking orders for the 2022 CLS 53 with deliveries expected to begin later this year.
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