2016 Mercedes-Benz CLS-Class: What's New

Vehicle Overview

The original Mercedes-Benz CLS-Class revolutionized modern automotive design by promising the sporty dynamics of a coupe with a dash of sedan practicality. The CLS is available in three models: the CLS400, CLS550 and the high-performance CLS63 AMG. Prime competitors include the Porsche Panamera, Audi A7 and BMW 6 Series Gran Coupe.

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New for 2016
The nine-speed automatic transmission introduced last year on the rear-drive CLS550 is now also standard on the all-wheel-drive CLS550 4Matic. Owners will receive five years of free basic mbrace Connect communication services.
Significant Standard Features

• Power moonroof
• Full LED headlights
• Leather upholstery and wood trim
• Automatic air conditioning
• Harman Kardon stereo
• Comand system with navigation
• Forward collision warning
• Driver drowsiness monitor 
• Required in all new cars: front airbags, antilock brakes and an electronic stability system

Significant Available Features

• 329-horsepower, twin-turbo 3.0-liter V-6 engine (CLS400)
• 402-hp, twin-turbo 4.6-liter V-8 (CLS550)
• Seven-speed automatic transmission (CLS400)
• Nine-speed automatic transmission (CLS550)
• Air suspension
• Backup camera
• Bang & Olufsen surround-sound audio system
• Automatic parking with surround-view cameras

CLS63 AMG
The CLS63 AMG performance car has all-wheel drive and is powered by a hand-built twin-turbo 5.5-liter V-8 engine that’s rated at 577 hp.
What’s Special

• Seven-speed automatic transmission with aluminum shift paddles
• Fuel-saving stop-start technology
• AMG adaptive sport suspension
• AMG sport exhaust system
• Available carbon fiber trunk spoiler

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