2020 Mercedes-Benz AMG CLS: What's New, Specs & Features
Last updated August 4, 2026
The 2020 Mercedes-Benz AMG CLS is a light update rather than a redesign. Its main change is a reshaped hood with twin power domes.
About the 2020 Mercedes-Benz AMG CLS
3rd generation (C257), second model year; minor styling and control updates after the 2019 redesign
Mercedes-Benz positions the CLS as a luxury sedan with the low, flowing roofline and frameless-window look of a coupe. Its core appeal is combining four-door, five-passenger usefulness with a more dramatic shape than a traditional executive sedan. The AMG version adds stronger acceleration, performance-tuned AWD, and air suspension while preserving the quiet cabin, comfort features, and long-distance character expected from a CLS.
The AMG CLS 53 is the performance-focused version of Mercedes-Benz’s sleek four-door coupe, pairing a 429-hp electrically assisted turbo inline-six with performance-tuned AWD, a 9-speed automatic, and adaptive air suspension. Its luxury features include a 12.3-inch infotainment screen with navigation, Apple CarPlay, and Android Auto, plus heated power front seats with memory.
What changed, by category
2020 Mercedes-Benz AMG CLS specs and features by trim
| Feature | |
|---|---|
| Engine | 6-Cyl, Turbo, 3.0 Liter |
| Transmission | Automatic, 9-Spd w/AMG SPEEDSHIFT TCT |
| Drivetrain | AWD |
| Fuel Type | Gas |
| MPG City | 21 mpg |
| MPG Highway | 27 mpg |
| Horsepower | 429 hp |
| Torque | 384 lb-ft |
| Trunk/Cargo | 11.9 cu-ft |
| Rear Legroom | 35 in |
| Seats | 5 |
| Doors | 4 |
| Alarm System | |
| Automatic Emergency Braking | |
| Automatic High Beams | |
| Blindspot Sensors | |
| Lane Departure Warning | |
| Park Assist | |
| Rear View Camera | |
| 360 Camera | |
| Alloy Wheels | |
| LED Headlights | |
| Power Moonroof | |
| Rear Spoiler | |
| Navigation System | |
| Premium Audio | |
| Smartphone Interface | |
| Dual-Zone Climate Control | |
| Heated Front Seats | |
| Heated Steering Wheel | |
| Leather Seats | |
| Proximity Keyless Entry | |
| Remote Start | |
| Ventilated Front Seats | |
Frequently asked questions
Was the 2020 Mercedes-Benz AMG CLS redesigned?
No. The 2020 AMG CLS remained part of the third generation introduced for 2019, with only minor styling and equipment updates.
What is the main change to the 2020 Mercedes-Benz AMG CLS?
The main change is a reshaped hood with twin power domes. The rest of the car remained substantially unchanged from 2019.
Did the 2020 AMG CLS get a new engine?
No. The AMG CLS 53 kept its 429-hp 3.0-liter turbocharged inline-six with 48-volt electrical assistance, along with its 9-speed automatic and performance-tuned AWD.
Is Park Assist standard on the 2020 Mercedes-Benz AMG CLS?
Yes. Park Assist became standard for 2020 after being optional for 2019.
What driving functions were added to the 2020 AMG CLS 53?
The 2020 AMG CLS 53 added Emotion Start for a sportier startup, a Slippery mode for low-grip conditions, and a coasting function within the Individual drive setting.