Mercedes-Benz has launched the new CLS-Class four-door Coupé based on a unique vehicle concept which combines the elegance and dynamism of a coupé with the comfort and practicality of a saloon.
Spaciousness, luggage capacity and day-to-day practicality are at the level of a saloon, while the design lines possess the emotionally charged character of a coupé. With this currently unique combination, the new CLS-Coupé is one coupé generation ahead.
As a unique synthesis of a coupé and a saloon, the new CLS-Class by far offers more added values than other coupés. In this way Mercedes-Benz is once again emphasising its role as a trendsetter for new ideas in the automotive world. The sophisticated aesthetics of this coupé design, the exclusive appointments and the trailblazing technology are particularly aimed at people who have a passion for motor cars and motoring.
The Mercedes CLS was launched yesterday by Autosales Limited.
The four-door coupé concept even allows passengers in the rear convenient access and egress. These passengers have the benefit of two comfortable single seats and enjoy generous freedom of movement.
Both engines available for the CLS-Class exhibit effortless and exemplary torque characteristics, providing the best possible conditions for dynamic driving pleasure. The CLS 350 is equipped with a newly developed V6 engine which has an output of 272bhp and delivers a maximum torque of 350 Newton metres from a mere 2,400 rpm. The lively V6 engine harmonises with the likewise new 7G-TRONIC seven-speed automatic transmission, which is standard equipment. This is the world’s first passenger car transmission of this type, and makes a major contribution to the strong acceleration and exemplary fuel consumption of the CLS 350 – 10.1 litres per 100 kilometres.
Standard appointments in the six-cylinder Coupé include thermatic automatic climate control, a stereo radio, speed sensitive power steering, a leather-covered steering wheel, 17-inch light alloy wheels and 245/45 R 17 wide-base tyres.
With the 5.0-litre V8 engine the new CLS 500 need fear no performance comparison with thoroughbred sports cars, while offering the eight-cylinder comfort typical of a luxury-class saloon. This power unit has an output of 306bhp and 460 Newton metres of torque. Once again the standard seven-speed automatic transmission plays its part here. The CLS-Class V8 Coupé accelerates from standstill to 100 km/hr in 6.1 seconds. The fuel consumption is 11.3 litres per 100 kilometres.
The additional standard equipment in the CLS 500 (as compared with the CLS 350) includes airmatic DC air suspension, thermotronic luxury climate control and 18-inch light alloy wheels with 245/40 R 18 wide-base tyres.
In the field of handling safety Mercedes-Benz emphasises its technological leadership among car brands in the new CLS-Class with sensotronic brake control SPCTM and the latest-generation electronic stability programme as standard.