|  | Electrifying, muscular trendsetter | | Engine: superb high torque at low engine speed |
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| Mercedes-Benz is injecting the CLS with yet greater appeal and unveiling the new generation of this one-of-a-kind four-door coupé - the pioneer of a whole new automotive segment - for the very first time in Geneva. The new bodywork details harmonise perfectly with the multi-award-winning design of the CLS. |
| Electrifying, muscular trendsetter |
'Understated but masterly' neatly sums up the result of the restyling programme for the CLS. At the front, it is the modified radiator grille that stands out, with two fins now instead of the previous four. The diamond-shaped, three-dimensional grilles that cover the air intakes project an even greater air of self-assurance. The exterior mirrors have also been given a new look. The LED side indicator lamps that are built into them are arranged in the form of an arrow to produce a most eye-catching effect, especially in the dark. The mirror surface has furthermore been enlarged by 32 per cent to afford a clearer view of the traffic behind and thereby boost active safety.
The side view is dominated by new, attractively styled light-alloy wheels, measuring 17 inches CLS 350 in diameter. When viewed from the rear, the new-generation CLS makes its mark with a new rear apron, new tail lights, as well as modified tailpipes. The centre section of the rear bumper now drops down further, adding to the impression of breadth. This is further emphasised by the exhaust tailpipes, which are trapezoidal in shape, and not oval as before. LED technology is now deployed for the tail lights: the brake lamps, tail lamps and indicator lamps all make use of the light-emitting diodes. Just like the side indicators in the exterior mirrors, the rear indicators look like arrows when they light up, which are particularly striking in the dark. |
| Engine: superb high torque at low engine speed |
Both the engines available for the CLS-Class exhibit effortless performance and exemplary torque characteristics, providing the best possible conditions for dynamic driving pleasure. The CLS 350 is equipped with a V6 engine which has an output of 200 kW/272 hp and delivers its maximum torque of 350 Newton metres from a mere 2400 rpm. Both are peak values in this displacement class.
The six-cylinder Coupé accelerates from standstill to 100 km/h in 7.0 seconds and reaches a maximum speed of 250 km/h (provisional figures). The lively V6 engine harmonises with the likewise 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 (NEDC min combined consumption, provisional figure). |
| The new generation models are currently not available in China. |
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