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2008 Mercedes-Benz CL-Class

US · Compact Cars

The 2008 Mercedes-Benz CL-Class is listed in the US market with gasoline power. Every figure below carries the source it came from, and anything our sources do not publish is left out rather than estimated.

Engine
Varies by configuration: 5.5L 8-cylinder, 5.5L 12-cylinder turbocharged, 6.2L 8-cylinder
Transmission
Automatic
Drivetrain
RWD
Fuel
Gasoline
Economy
13 mpg (18.1 L/100 km) to 17 mpg (13.8 L/100 km) combined
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Specifications at a Glance

Key Figures

Units:
Engine / Powertrain
5.5L 8-cylinder, 5.5L 12-cylinder turbocharged, 6.2L 8-cylinder
Combined Economy
13 mpg (18.1 L/100 km) to 17 mpg (13.8 L/100 km) combined
Drivetrain
RWD
Transmission
Automatic
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Engine

Engine
SpecificationValueSource
EngineVaries by configuration: 5.5L 8-cylinder, 5.5L 12-cylinder turbocharged, 6.2L 8-cylinder
Displacement5.5 L to 6.2 L
Cylinders8 to 12
AspirationTurbocharged
Fuel typeGasoline

Transmission and drivetrain

Transmission and drivetrain
SpecificationValueSource
TransmissionAutomatic
Gears5 to 7
DrivetrainRWD

Fuel economy and range

Fuel economy and range
SpecificationValueSource
Combined13 mpg (18.1 L/100 km) to 17 mpg (13.8 L/100 km)
City11 mpg (21.4 L/100 km) to 14 mpg (16.8 L/100 km)
Highway17 mpg (13.8 L/100 km) to 21 mpg (11.2 L/100 km)

Our sources do not publish these for this vehicle: Power, Torque, Electric range, Battery capacity. We leave them out instead of estimating.

Trims and configurations

4 configurations listed by our sources. Engines, drivetrains and fuel economy can differ between them.

Recalls

No recall campaigns were found in NHTSA data at the last check. Last checked November 9, 2026.

    Data sources

    • EPA fueleconomy.gov · retrieved November 8, 2026 · US Government public data
    • NHTSA vPIC · retrieved October 16, 2026 · US Government public data

    Source checked: November 8, 2026

    Data verified: November 8, 2026

    Specifications can vary by market, trim, configuration and production date. Confirm with the manufacturer before buying parts or making safety decisions. Report an error.

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    Frequently asked questions

    What engine does the 2008 Mercedes-Benz CL-Class have?

    Varies by configuration: 5.5L 8-cylinder, 5.5L 12-cylinder turbocharged, 6.2L 8-cylinder. Engines can differ by trim, so check the trim list below.

    What is the fuel economy of the 2008 Mercedes-Benz CL-Class?

    Combined fuel economy is 13 mpg (18.1 L/100 km) to 17 mpg (13.8 L/100 km), as published by the source shown in the specification table.

    Is the 2008 Mercedes-Benz CL-Class front-wheel, rear-wheel or all-wheel drive?

    Drivetrain: RWD.

    Are there recalls for the 2008 Mercedes-Benz CL-Class?

    No recall campaigns were found in NHTSA data when we last checked on November 9, 2026. Recall status can change, so confirm with NHTSA or the manufacturer.