The CLS Coupe, SLK Roadster And New Generation C-Class
Published: 21st February 2004
The six-cylinder coupé also comes as standard with THERMATIC automatic climate control, a stereo system, speed-sensitive steering, leather steering wheel, 17-inch light-alloy wheels and wide 245/45 R 17 tyres.
With its 5.0-litre V8 engine, the CLS 500 is a match for full-blooded sports cars such as the Mercedes-Benz SL Roadster in terms of output, whilst also offering the eight-cylinder comfort of a top-class saloon. The engine develops 225 kW/306 hp and generates peak torque of 460 Nm. Once again, the seven-speed automatic transmission is fitted as standard. The CLS 500 powers from 0 to 100 km/h in 6.1 seconds (provisional data) and on to a maximum speed which is limited at 250 km/h.
Other features of the standard equipment package for the CLS 500 which aren't fitted as standard in the CLS 350 include AIRMATIC DC air suspension, THERMOTRONIC luxury automatic climate control and 18-inch light-alloy wheels with wide 245/40 R 18 tyres.
Thinking ahead and setting the pace: The
CLS-Class safety systems,
including PRE-SAFE
Equipped with state-of-the-art safety technology such as adaptive
front airbags, windowbags and sidebags, plus belt tensioners and
belt force limiters on all seats, the CLS-Class offers impressive,
typically Mercedes levels of occupant safety. In addition, customers
will soon be able to order the multi-award-winning Mercedes safety
system PRE-SAFE, which recognises critical driving situations in
advance and activates occupant protection measures before an accident
occurs. These include
instantly tightening the seatbelts, which bring the driver and front
passenger into a more favourable seating position ahead of a possible
collision. This allows the airbags to provide effective protection
for the occupants in the event of an impact.
