2009
Mercedes-Benz
CLs-Class
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2009 CLS-Class
CLS 550 shown in Iridium Silver metallic paint with optional Sport and Premium 1 Packages.
Conformity rarely makes history. It’s the courageous “what ifs” and “whys”
that become industry-leading innovations — that become remarkable vehicles
like the sculpted, powerful 2009 Mercedes-Benz CLS-Class. This year, these
iconic 4-door coupes boast design refinements that make their curvaceous
steel skin even more arresting. Inside, a redesigned COMAND system that
simply and powerfully connects the driver to communication and entertainment
technology comes standard, as does the ability to stand out in any crowd.
Or instantly leave the crowd far behind.
CLS 550 shown in Iridium Silver metallic paint with optional Sport and Premium 1 Packages.
Forward thinking.
Incredible feeling.
Car companies
make cars.
We make history.
The world’s first automobile. The supercharged
engine, diesel passenger car and fuel injection. The
crumple zone, multilink rear suspension and pop-up roll
bar — all were created by Mercedes-Benz. Yet while these
and other Mercedes-Benz firsts read like a history of
the automobile, just as important are recent innovations
— advances like PRE-SAFE® and BlueTEC, the world’s
cleanest diesel engine — that point to its future.
CLS 550 shown at left in Iridium Silver metallic
paint with optional Sport and Premium 1 Packages.
Mercedes-Benz Firsts
1886 The first car
1911 The multivalve engine
1921 The supercharged engine
1931 Independent suspension
1936 The first diesel passenger car
1951 The crumple zone
1954 Fuel injection
1971 A patent for the air bag
1982 Multilink rear suspension
1983 Seat-belt Emergency Tensioning Device
1989 The pop-up roll bar
1990 4-wheel Electronic Traction System
1995 Electronic Stability Program (ESP®)
1996 Panorama Sunroof
1997 Low-emission SUV
1997 Brake Assist
1997 BabySmart™ system
1997 SmartKey
1997 Touch Shift
1998 Window Curtain Air Bags
1998 10-way air-bag protection
1999 Active Body Control
1999 AIRMATIC Semi-Active Suspension
2000 Distronic Adaptive Cruise Control
2001 KEYLESS-GO
2002 Drive-Dynamic multicontour front seats
2002 PRE-SAFE
2002 Bi-turbo 5.5-liter V-12 engine
2002 Automatic brake drying
2002 Predictive Brake Priming
2003 7-speed automatic transmission
2004 High-output, high-efficiency V-6 engine
2006 BlueTEC
2006 Night View Assist
2007 AGILITY CONTROL suspension
Multilink suspension
Driver-selectable Sport mode
AIRMATIC Semi-Active Suspension
Even the leading
edge must have a
leading edge.
Our 5-arm rear multilink design features
lightweight/high-strength aluminum
components for poised handling in sporty
maneuvers or severe braking.
A suspension setting that can be chosen
for a more taut, responsive ride.
To compensate for additional load
or weight, the AIRMATIC suspension
automatically levels the car.
The CLS handles with a precision equal to the power of its exterior beauty. As the sedan
reaches speed, the AIRMATIC Semi-Active Suspension lowers the car, shortening both the
reaction times and the distance to the pavement. An intimacy of driver and tarmac
furthered through a selection of suspension settings that match the car’s actions with
the driver’s desires. An innovative 5-link rear suspension, coupled with 18" wheels,
high-performance tires1 and 13" front disc brakes, assures the ultimate connection with
the road. In short, the CLS drives the way it looks. Superbly.
CLS 550 shown at right in Indium Grey metallic paint.
Please see page 41 for Endnotes.
Sure,
we have designs
on power.
Looks aren’t everything. In the CLS, there’s also power.
Tremendous power. Under the sleek hood of the CLS 550,
an aluminum-alloy V-8, paired with a driver-adaptive 7-speed
automatic transmission, turns 382 horsepower into a
5.4-second2 rocket ride to 60 mph. It’s performance bested
only by the best: the hand-built, 507-horsepower
CLS 63 AMG — a powerplant so tremendous, it’s managed by
racing-inspired, steering-wheel-mounted shift paddles and reaches
60 mph in a supercar-quick 4.3 seconds.2
CLS 550
CLS 63 AMG
ENGINE
5,461-cc DOHC 32-valve V-8
ENGINE
6,208-cc AMG-built DOHC 32-valve V-8
NET POWER
382 hp @ 6,000 rpm
NET POWER
507 hp @ 6,800 rpm
NET TORQUE
391 lb-ft @ 2,800–4,800 rpm
NET TORQUE
465 lb-ft @ 5,200 rpm
ACCELERATION
0–60 mph in 5.4 seconds2
ACCELERATION
0–60 mph in 4.3 seconds2
CLS 550 shown at left in Barolo Red metallic paint with optional Premium 1 Package.
Please see page 41 for Endnotes.
CLS 550 shown at right in Black paint with optional Sport and Premium 1 Packages.
That rare moment
where we let ourselves
get comfortable.
Inside the Mercedes-Benz CLS is a wealth of luxuries.
First you’re greeted by the finest leathers, hand-fitted
over individual rear seats, as well as 10-way power front
seats with 3-position memory. Gleaming hand-finished
Laurel wood trim fills the cabin. Four individual climate
zones cater to individual comforts. Your comfort being
why we never stop pushing ourselves.
This climate-control feature
adjusts for air humidity or
dryness.
Remembers preferred
driver-seat, steeringcolumn and outside-mirror
positions.
Upon opening the driverside door, the steering
column moves up and away
for ease of exit.
Humidity/dewpoint sensor
Memory seat function
Easy-exit feature
CLS 550 shown with Black leather interior and optional
PARKTRONIC system and Premium 1 Package.
How quickly
the neat becomes
the necessary.
The CLS isn’t all looks, all performance or all innovation. It’s all of the
above. The innovation begins with 40 gigabytes of the best restaurants and
shortest routes preloaded into the hard-drive-based Navigation System.3
Enjoy over 130 channels of SIRIUS® Satellite Radio4 through the 12-speaker
harman/kardon LOGIC7® surround-sound system with 5.1 Dolby ® Digital.
The redesigned COMAND system lets you manage all this and more, easily
and intuitively. And where it concerns telecommunications, Bluetooth®
gives your voice nearly as much power as the engine.
iPod®/MP3 Media Interface
New COMAND system
Music Register
Bluetooth
CLS 550 shown at left with Cashmere leather interior and optional Premium 1 Package.
Please see page 41 for Endnotes.
Allows you to connect and
control various audio and
visual devices through the
COMAND system.5
A 6.5" color-LCD display
with hard-drive-based
navigation.
With this feature, you can
download music to the
vehicle’s hard drive.
Seamlessly links personal
cell phones to the vehicle’s
telecommunications system
for hands-free calling.6
A dedication
to looking ahead
creates an automobile
that can do the same.
Fuel tank position
Active Front Head Restraints
Dual-stage front air bags
Before an accident becomes an accident, Mercedes-Benz’s revolutionary PRE-SAFE®
technology prepares — moving the front passenger seat to a more favorable position as well
as tightening the front seat belts and closing the windows7 and sunroof8 to further protect.
Additional examples of our unwavering commitment to safety? An Electronic Stability
Program (ESP®) that senses when the car is off its intended course and automatically
applies the brakes to individual wheels to help correct the car’s direction.9 Then there’s
Brake Assist, which automatically applies maximum force during emergency braking
situations.10 The brakes being something we never apply when it comes to safety innovation.
The tank is positioned
in an area that helps protect
it from contact in a rear
impact.
In a rear collision, the head
restraints automatically
move to reduce whiplashtype neck injuries.
Air bags inflate at a rate in
relation to the force of an
impact to provide appropriate
protection.11
CLS 550 shown in Barolo Red metallic paint with optional Premium 1 Package.
Please see page 41 for Endnotes.
Radical only if you don’t demand the exceptional.
CLS 550 shown at left in Iridium Silver metallic paint.
CLS 550 shown above right in Capri Blue metallic paint.
CLS 550
As rare in looks as it is rich in prowess, the
CLS 550 is powered by a massive 382-horsepower
V-8 paired with a driver-adaptive 7-speed automatic
transmission. That luxury of power is matched by
interior luxury — four individual climate zones and
optional Heated and Active Ventilated front seats,
as well as a standard 12-speaker harman/kardon
LOGIC7® surround-sound system with Dolby® Digital
5.1 and over 130 channels of SIRIUS Satellite Radio.4
Meanwhile, leather seating, abundant headroom and
legroom, combined with equally rarified suspension
innovations, keep both driver and passengers
comfortable and richly inspired.
5.5-liter V-8 engine
AIRMATIC Semi-Active Suspension
Hard-drive-based Navigation System
SmartKey
Sun-sensor climate control
CLS 550 shown in Iridium Silver metallic paint with optional Premium 1 Package.
Please see page 41 for Endnotes.
As if it weren’t arresting enough, in its AMG incarnation, the CLS
has been accented with an aggressive front air dam, chiseled side
sills and massive high-performance 19" wheels.1 One master
technician has assembled a 6.3-liter, 507-horsepower powerplant
that rockets the CLS 63 AMG to 60 mph in a mere 4.3 seconds.2
Thanks to an incredibly talented sport-tuned AMG suspension and
racing-inspired shift paddles, the car’s handling is nothing less
than taut and immediate. Is it any wonder that one of the most
appreciated interior amenities is the AMG RACETIMER12?
Drivetrain
AMG-built DOHC 32-valve V-8
507 hp @ 6,800 rpm
465 lb-ft @ 5,200 rpm
6,208-cc
11.3:1
7-speed automatic with
AMG SPEEDSHIFT PLUS.™
Acceleration 0–60 mph in 4.3 seconds.2
Engine
Power
Torque
Displacement
Compression
Transmission
Chassis
Suspension AMG-calibrated AIRMATIC
Semi-Active Suspension.
Wheels 19" AMG triple 5-spoke,
8.5x19/9.5x19 staggered.1
Brakes 14.2" front — 13.0" rear,
compound perforated/
ventilated discs.
CLS 63 AMG shown in Iridium Silver metallic paint with optional Premium 1 Package.
Please see page 41 for Endnotes.
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Brakes
The CLS-Class’s internally ventilated disc
brakes deliver powerful, nearly fade-free
stopping control. They also come equipped
with Predictive Brake Priming. This dynamic
feature sets the brake pads closer to the
discs when the driver quickly releases
the accelerator for faster brake response.
The Brake Drying feature helps increase
stopping performance in wet conditions by
intermittently (and imperceptibly) pressing
the brake pads against the rotors when the
windshield wipers are in use in order to
remove excess water on the rotors.10
Power & Agility
Multilink suspension
The CLS-Class uses a 4-wheel multilink suspension for exceptional poise and control, even under
severe braking. The 5-arm rear multilink design — a Mercedes-Benz innovation — controls rearwheel movement with outstanding precision. For more dynamic handling, the front axle assembly,
front suspension and steering gear are all preassembled along with the engine and transmission
on an extraordinarily rigid steel subframe. The use of lightweight/high-strength aluminum
suspension components helps reduce unsprung weight and improve handling.
5.5-liter V-8 engine
One of our most advanced engines generates 382 horsepower and 391 lb-ft of torque, with
an amazing 75% of peak torque available at just 1,000 rpm. To help reduce engine weight and
increase durability, the engine block is made of cast aluminum with a solid bedplate, an ideal
construction for speed and stamina. Indeed, the engine’s smooth, immediate power delivery
whisks the CLS 550 from 0 to 60 mph in 5.4 seconds.2
AIRMATIC Semi-Active Suspension
For a balanced, comfortable ride, the AIRMATIC system employs electronically controlled air
springs that adjust to changing driving conditions. The system also lowers the ride height at
higher speeds for improved aerodynamics. To help compensate for additional cargo or passenger
weight, AIRMATIC automatically levels the vehicle.
AMG 6.3-liter V-8 engine
The most powerful naturally aspirated V-8 in our lineup has been mated to a 7-speed automatic
transmission with driver-adaptive AMG SPEEDSHIFT PLUS™ for ready access to that enormous
strength. Feel a rush of euphoria as the engine develops a massive 507 horsepower and 465 lb-ft
of torque to propel the CLS 63 AMG from 0 to 60 in just 4.3 seconds.2 And like all AMG engines,
each one is hand-built and signed by a single master technician.
Adaptive Damping System (ADS-II)
Part of the Airmatic Semi-Active Suspension, our Adaptive Damping System lets you tailor your
driving experience with three selectable driving modes — two for Sport and one for Comfort, all
available at the touch of a button. ADS-II continually optimizes ride and handling by individually
adjusting each wheel’s shock-absorption rate every time the wheel changes its direction of
up-down travel.
Please see page 41 for Endnotes.
7-speed automatic transmission
The Mercedes-Benz CLS Coupe is the only vehicle in its class to have a 7-speed automatic
transmission as standard equipment. A wide range of closely spaced gears delivers the ideal
gear ratio for virtually every driving condition, which means smoother cruising and immediate
response for acceleration and passing, and even improved fuel efficiency on the highway.
Our Touch Shift feature offers you the pleasures of manual-style shifting. Clearly, our passion
for advanced engineering isn’t limited to our engines.
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Mercedes-Benz safety philosophy
At Mercedes-Benz, safety goes well beyond
engineering vehicles that help protect you in an
accident. Our safety philosophy takes a proactive
approach to many aspects of driving safety: active
safety systems, such as the Electronic Stability
Program and Brake Assist, help you avoid a
potentially dangerous situation; PRE-SAFE enables
the vehicle to anticipate and make adjustments
to prepare for certain potential collisions; passive
safety features include air bags and seat-belt
tensioners; and post-collision features like
automatic engine cutoff are designed to reduce
the risk to occupants in the immediate aftermath
of an accident, help prevent worsening of the
situation and help facilitate rapid assistance by
rescue workers. No other automaker has a more
complete view of safety than the one that invented
crumple zones and other safety advancements.
PRE-SAFE®
Mercedes-Benz originated this landmark system
and it’s still the only manufacturer to offer it
standard on certain models. PRE-SAFE acts
decisively to prepare for a possible accident.
PRE-SAFE uses sensors from two of the active
safety systems already inside the vehicle: Brake
Assist and our Electronic Stability Program.
If system sensors detect certain vehicle
movements that indicate an accident is possible,
PRE-SAFE takes action to help protect the vehicle’s
occupants, such as using electric tensioners to
tighten the seat belts of the front-seat occupants.
PRE-SAFE also adjusts the occupied front
passenger’s seat to a more favorable position
for air-bag and seat-belt effectiveness. If severe
skidding suggests a rollover is likely, PRE-SAFE
will close the sunroof8 and windows7 automatically.
If no accident occurs, the tensioners loosen and
you simply readjust your seat, open the sunroof
and continue on your way.
Please see page 41 for Endnotes.
Brake Assist (BAS)
Research shows that drivers seldom apply the brakes hard enough, soon enough in
emergency situations. BAS monitors pedal application speed to sense emergency
braking and, in such cases, can deliver maximum stopping power, thereby helping
to reduce overall stopping distances.10
Protection
Body structure
A range of precision safety elements work
together to protect you and your passengers
in the event of a collision. While HighStrength/Low-Alloy steel in important areas
of the vehicle helps to form an exceptionally
rigid structure, advanced front and rear
crumple zones deform progressively to help
absorb the energy of an impact. A front
bulkhead also helps channel some of the
forces of a frontal impact under, over and
around the cabin.
Side-impact protection
Reinforced doors, side sills and floorpan are part of an integrated safety design that
also includes high-strength seat structures, Window Curtain Air Bags and side-impact air
bags. All of these systems work together to help protect occupants during side impacts.
Active Front Head Restraints
In the case of a rear impact exceeding a preset threshold, the Active Front Head
Restraints move forward and slightly upward, thereby reducing the distance between
the head restraints and the front-seat occupants’ heads. This action helps limit the
rearward travel of their heads, thus reducing the possibility or severity of whiplash-type
neck injuries.
Seat belts
Equipped with Emergency Tensioning Devices
(ETDs) and belt force limiters,13 seat belts
are arguably our most important passive
safety feature. If a collision exceeds a
preset threshold, the ETDs instantly
remove slack from the seat belts. Belt
force limiters allow a slight amount of
give in the seat belts and reduce the peak
seat-belt forces on the occupant.
Electronic Stability Program (ESP®)
This advance continually monitors your vehicle’s motion to help keep you going in your
intended direction. If it detects wheelspin, severe understeer (plowing) or oversteer
(fishtailing), ESP can brake individual wheels and reduce engine power to help bring the
vehicle under control.9 Mercedes-Benz pioneered this safety landmark in 1995 and has
continued to refine its exacting performance ever since.
Rollover sensor
If the CLS Coupe senses certain rollovers, it
will automatically deploy the seat-belt ETDs
to help reduce occupant movement and,
if deemed necessary, inflate the Window
Curtain Air Bags.
Integrated Restraint System
The CLS-Class features the 10-way protection
of a 9-air bag system. It includes dual-stage
front air bags, a driver-side knee bag, front- and
2nd-row side-impact air bags and full-length
Window Curtain Air Bags. The Window Curtain Air
Bags deploy along the front and rear side-door
windows on the affected side of the vehicle to
help protect occupants from head injury and
broken glass in certain side impacts or rollovers
that exceed the deployment threshold.11
Please see page 41 for Endnotes.
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Amenities
All-new COMAND system l
Your center for easy mastery over audio, video,
hands-free calling and navigation functions. Our
Cockpit Management and Data (COMAND) system
lets you not only change stations, choose tracks
and adjust the volume, but also make calls,
because now it comes equipped with Bluetooth®
connectivity.6 Beyond traditional music sources,
there’s also SIRIUS Satellite Radio and an SD
memory card slot. For compressed audio files,
the Music Register offers four gigabytes of
music-downloading capability, and Gracenote®
provides song-title and artist information. Further
customize your music with the available
iPod/MP3 Media Interface to explore the
contents of compatible electronic devices. All
on a 6.5" color-LCD screen and easily accessed
via steering-wheel or head-unit controls.
Standard.
Navigation System l
Using a 40-gigabyte hard drive built into the new
COMAND system and GPS satellites to locate
your position, this feature displays the route to
your destination and suggests Points Of Interest
along the way — Zagat®-rated restaurants, hotels,
ATMs, Mercedes-Benz dealerships and more —
in more vivid detail than ever before. It can also
issue real-time traffic reports. Maps and other
visual aids appear on-screen; voice instructions
play through the audio system.3 And you? You
simply enjoy the journey.
Standard.
Enhanced Voice Control l
Make calls, receive calls and even access select phone books14 through the new COMAND system.
Once your Bluetooth-compatible phone15 is synched up to the system, leave it in your pocket and
talk all you like6 — hands-free — through a sound system worthy of the multiplex. With Enhanced Voice
Control, you no longer need to spell out a destination when using the Navigation System. Just saying
“Toledo” or “Tallahassee” is sufficient. This voice control is so sophisticated, it can even screen out
“ums” and “ahs” and understand “yeah” for “yes.” Yes, indeed.
Standard.
harman/kardon LOGIC7®
surround-sound system
with Dolby ® Digital 5.116 l
This digital surround-sound system fills the
cabin with 510 watts of beautifully balanced
sound. Twelve optimally placed speakers
deliver an enthralling surround-sound
experience. Digital Dynamic Volume Control
helps maintain sound balance in varying
driving conditions.
Standard.
SIRIUS Satellite Radio l
Enjoy a 6-month subscription to SIRIUS with over 130 channels including 69 channels of 100%
commercial-free music, plus news, talk, entertainment, traffic, weather and data. SIRIUS is also
home to live play-by-play broadcasts of the biggest sports — NFL, NASCAR,® NBA and games from
over 150 college sports teams. SIRIUS is sure to be one of your favorite cabin appointments.17
Standard.
Please see page 41 for Endnotes.
Please see page 41 for Endnotes. l Standard. Optional or included with a package. 0 Not available.
iPod®/MP3 Media Interface
Mercedes-Benz has a long history of
incorporating the latest consumer electronics
into our automobiles. That tradition continues
with the available iPod/MP3 Media Interface,
a series of outlets that connects to the new
COMAND system. This option unlocks the key
to enjoying a host of devices and functionality,
from iPods to MP3 players. A wealth of
information, too, as song-title and artist names
pop up right on the COMAND screen.5
Optional.
4-zone climate control l
With four individual digital temperature and
airflow controls and a separate rear-cabin
control panel, your comfort is assured.
This climate control system is so advanced,
it employs a sun sensor that helps it
compensate for directional sunlight.
Standard.
Mercedes-Benz Tele Aid18 l
Three buttons put a multitude of services at system subscribers’ fingertips:
• SOS button: Push in an emergency for a Mercedes-Benz Tele Aid Response Specialist who
can notify police or other emergency personnel of your vehicle’s location. The system also
automatically activates when an air bag or seat-belt Emergency Tensioning Device deploys.
• Wrench button: For Mercedes-Benz Roadside Assistance. Service personnel will help you
identify the trouble and dispatch roadside assistance as needed.19
• i-button: Contact the Customer Assistance Center, your Mercedes-Benz dealer or our Concierge
service. You can also receive Route Assistance20 and access Mercedes-Benz Tele Aid’s Traffic
Information service.21,22
Standard.
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Bi-Xenon headlamps with Active Curve
Illumination
See better around corners at night with these
advances that turn along with your steering
wheel. They provide a clearer view into corners
by increasing usable illumination by up to 90%
over conventional fixed headlamps. Bi-Xenon
headlamps deliver superior visibility over
halogen headlamps because their brighter,
whiter light is much closer to natural sunlight.
Optional.
Distronic Adaptive Cruise Control
This radar-based system monitors the vehicle
ahead and adjusts your speed to help maintain
your chosen following distance.23 If the vehicle
ahead suddenly slows or abruptly stops and
calculated closing speed indicates that you
haven’t applied sufficient braking power, the
Distronic Proximity Warning System issues
an audiovisual warning.24 Ideal for long
journeys, as there is less need to adjust the
cruise control setting.
Optional.
Please see page 41 for Endnotes.
Parktronic system
When parking, ultrasonic sensors in the front
and rear bumpers detect nearby objects
within the system’s field of view. Audible
signals and illuminated displays, visible in
both the instrument cluster and rearview
mirror, help you maneuver with confidence.
This system helps you avoid obstacles that
might be outside your field of vision when
parking in tight spaces.
Optional.
Heated and Active Ventilated Seats
Heated and Active Ventilated Seats are
features that, for many, quickly become
necessities. Three levels of heating and
cooling are available for front-row seats.
Active Ventilated Seats are designed to
keep you cool during warmer months by
gently circulating air through perforations
in the seat and backrest, which also helps
eliminate perspiration buildup. Using both
the ventilation and heating features of the
seats simultaneously can help keep you
warm and dry on cold and rainy days.
Heated seats: Standard CLS 63 AMG.
Heated and Active Ventilated Seats: Optional.
Multicontour front seats l 0
Standard on the CLS 63 AMG, these seats
are heavily sculpted to provide lateral
support. They also allow for pneumatic
adjustment of the side bolsters, thigh
supports and dual lumbar supports of each
front seat, for more personalized comfort yet.
Standard CLS 63 AMG. Not available CLS 550.
Electronic Trunk Closer
This convenient option allows you to fully open
and close the trunk via a switch on the driver’s
interior door panel. You can also close the
trunk lid by pressing a button on its underside
or open it with the SmartKey remote.
Optional.
Please see page 41 for Endnotes. l Standard. Optional or included with a package. 0 Not available.
KEYLESS-GO
A leap in ease and efficiency, this option lets
you open or lock any door or the trunk while
leaving your vehicle’s SmartKey in your pocket.
To start the vehicle, simply step on the brake
pedal and push the Start button, located on
the gearshift lever. You can also start the
vehicle in the conventional way by inserting
the SmartKey in the ignition.
Optional.
Power rear sunshade
The available power rear sunshade is a very helpful feature of both CLS Coupes. A fine-mesh
curtain, it screens the sun’s rays in the rear window without blocking the driver’s view.
Optional.
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Service & Support
Mercedes-Benz Tele Aida
Three buttons put a multitude of services at
system subscribers’ fingertips: emergency
response (SOS button), roadside assistance
(Wrench button) and even information
services (i-button).b Enhance your sense
of security with Remote Door Unlock and
Stolen Vehicle Recovery. Enhance your
control with features like real-time traffic
updates. With an active Mercedes-Benz Tele
Aid subscription, you may be eligible for a
discount from your insurance provider.
Mercedes-Benz Search & Send
The Internet is a great tool for planning trips
and vacations, and Search & Send makes
it even more effective. Use Yahoo!® Local
Maps and Google™ Maps to plan routes
and attractions, then send that information
directly to your vehicle’s Navigation System.
Information can also be sent to you while
you’re traveling, so friends can forward tips
on great things to do and see, or the best
way to go.
Mercedes-Benz Concierge
Expand your privileges with access to a
Personal Concierge that fulfills your requests
for nearly “anything, anytime, anywhere” and an
Online Concierge for accessing your Personal
Concierge via your computer or PDA wherever
Internet access is available, as well as Traffic
Informationc and Route Assistance.d
24-hour Roadside Assistance
The first of its kind and still the only one that
remains in effect for the life of the vehicle.
Our Roadside Assistance technicians draw on
years of experience and training to get you
back on the road as quickly as possible.e
Mercedes-Benz Limited Warranties
Our New Vehicle Limited Warranty runs for
48 months or 50,000 miles, whichever comes
first. And anytime during the new vehicle
warranty coverage, you can purchase a
Mercedes-Benz Extended Limited Warranty
that will extend protection after the New
Vehicle Limited Warranty expires.f
Mercedes-Benz Maintenance System
Routine service intervals are fixed and
predictable at every 10,000 miles or one year,
whichever occurs first.g About one month
before service is due, your vehicle will remind
you via a dashboard display that your next
service is approaching. You may also pay for
required maintenance in advance with Prepaid
Maintenance and enjoy the convenience of
having the cost included in your monthly lease
or finance payment.h
24-hour Customer Service
Our Customer Assistance Center is your
one-stop source for answers. Whether you
need to know how to use your audio system,
find the nearest Mercedes-Benz dealer, get
pricing or learn about personal and automotive
accessories, just call 1-800-FOR-MERCEDES or
press the Mercedes-Benz Tele Aid i-button in
your vehicle.
Sign and Drive service
Our legendary Roadside Assistance service
includes bringing you some fuel if you’ve run
out, replacing a flat tire with your spare or
jump-starting your car if the battery dies.
All at no charge, and all for as long as you’re
driving a Mercedes-Benz — even somebody
else’s.i Help is as close as your vehicle’s
Wrench button (for Mercedes-Benz Tele Aid
subscribers) or just a phone call away at
1-800-FOR-MERCEDES.
Trip Interruption benefits
In the unlikely event that a breakdown covered
by your MBUSA New Vehicle Limited Warranty
occurs more than 100 miles from your home,
leaves your Mercedes-Benz inoperable or
unsafe to drive and requires overnight repairs
at a Mercedes-Benz Center, you’ll be reimbursed
up to $300 per day for any documented
expenses — for up to three days — including
meals, lodging and substitute transportation.
Dealer Alternate Transportation Program
Whenever you bring your vehicle into an
official Mercedes-Benz Center for servicing
during the warranty period, ask about your
dealer’s Alternate Transportation Program —
so you can maintain your busy schedule
while your dealer maintains your vehicle.j
Mercedes-Benz Financial
Mercedes-Benz Financial offers a wide and
impressive array of flexible and convenient
financing options. To determine whether
purchasing or leasing is right for you and to
estimate the monthly payment of your next
Mercedes-Benz, visit MercedesBenzFinancial.com.
Accessories
A Mercedes-Benz is the definition of luxury and performance. It can
also be a statement of personal style. So take a moment to survey
our genuine accessories. Each is designed, engineered and tested to
the same exacting standards as your vehicle. Which is to say, to your
own high standards.
European Delivery Program
With our factory delivery program, enjoy a
honeymoon with your new Mercedes-Benz
as you savor the delight of driving it in the
land where it was built — while you enjoy a
7% savings on many models.k Also take
advantage of the optional Rally Package,
which takes you through the Black Forest
and the Alps, then on to Munich, staying at
luxurious, historic hotels all along the way.
To learn more about these and many other
services — including dealer locations and financing
options — visit us at MBUSA.com today.
a Mercedes-Benz Tele Aid equipment is standard on all CLS-Class models. First year’s Mercedes-Benz Tele Aid service provided at no additional cost with subscription. Subscription and acquaintance call required for service to be active. Service operates only where
cellular and GPS coverage are available and requires adequate power supply. Owner must authorize vehicle tracking by providing passcode and a valid stolen vehicle police report number. Passcode required to activate Remote Door Unlock. See dealer for details
of telematics services. b Concierge service available only with Mercedes-Benz Concierge. Traffic Information and Route Assistance use is included as part of Mercedes-Benz Concierge and is available at an additional per-use charge when used with the Mercedes-Benz
Tele Aid service. See dealer for details. c Performance of the automated voice system varies depending on the noise level in and around the vehicle. Traffic Information is based on available broadcast data, not available in all areas and only provided for routes
that have been personalized on the Mercedes-Benz Tele Aid website (up to five routes) or are within a specified radius of your vehicle’s present location. See Mercedes-Benz Tele Aid section of MBUSA.com for available cities. d Route Assistance is available for
an additional charge with the Mercedes-Benz Tele Aid service and included as part of Mercedes-Benz Concierge. e Vehicle must be accessible from main roads. Roadside Assistance repairs may involve charges for parts, service and towing. Depending on the
circumstances, these services may be provided by an outside service, courtesy of Mercedes-Benz Roadside Assistance. For full details of the Roadside Assistance Program, please see your dealer. f Please see your dealer for warranty details as well as for terms,
conditions and pricing for extended warranty options. A surcharge for extended warranties may apply if purchased more than 30 days after the vehicle is purchased. g Requires use of 229.5-spec oil and high-performance fleece oil filter for gasoline engines and
229.51-spec oil for diesel engines. Driver is responsible for monitoring fluid levels and tire pressure between service visits. See Maintenance Booklet for details. h Prepaid Maintenance only covers items that are critical to ensuring the long-term performance of
your vehicle. Ask your dealer for a brochure containing details regarding coverage and terms. i For full details of Sign and Drive service, as well as the Roadside Assistance Program, please see your dealer. j Certain restrictions may apply. Terms, conditions and
dealer participation may vary. k European Delivery discount available on select models. Please see your dealer for details.
Illuminated door sills
Available in sets of two, these glowing blue
door sill panels say “Mercedes-Benz” in more
ways than one. Boldly.
Chrome accents
Available in sets of four, our chrome
door-handle inserts not only add an extra
touch of class — they help protect your finish
from scratches.
Please see page 41 for Endnotes.
Light-alloy wheels
Either accessory wheel enhances your vehicle
with arresting style. While one is an 18"
8-spoke design and the other a 19" 5-spoke
style, both flash a sterling-silver finish.
All-season floor mats
Keep the carpet of your CLS Coupe in top
condition, in virtually any weather. Deep
channels in the floor mats trap large
amounts of water, mud and melting snow.
Available in Grey, Black or Beige, they’re
also easy to clean.
CLS 550
CLS 63 AMG
ENGINE
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CLS 550
CLS 63 AMG
Suspension configuration
Front: Independent 4-link. Antidive geometry. Stabilizer bar.
Rear: Independent 5-arm multilink with aluminum links and wheel-hub carriers, and geometry for
antisquat and alignment control. Stabilizer bar.
Front: Independent 4-link. Antidive geometry. Enlarged stabilizer bar.
Rear: Independent 5-arm multilink with aluminum links and wheel-hub carriers, and geometry for
antisquat and alignment control. Enlarged stabilizer bar.
Airmatic Semi-Active Suspension with
Adaptive Damping System (ADS-II)
Standard.
Standard.
Steering
Rack-and-pinion with vehicle-speed-sensitive power assist. Turning circle: 36.7 ft curb-to-curb.
Rack-and-pinion with vehicle-speed-sensitive power assist. Turning circle: 36.7 ft curb-to-curb.
Wheels
18" split 5-spoke, 8.5x18 front — 9.5x18 rear.1
19" AMG triple 5-spoke, 8.5x19 front — 9.5x19 rear.1
Tires
245/40 R18 front — 275/35 R18 rear, high-performance.
255/35 R19 front — 285/30 R19 rear, high-performance.1
Brake system
Dual-circuit power-assist 4-wheel disc.
AMG-enhanced dual-circuit power-assist 4-wheel disc.
Brake discs — calipers, front
Brake discs — calipers, rear
13.0" ventilated — 4-piston fixed.
11.8" ventilated — single-piston floating.
14.2" perforated/ventilated — AMG 6-piston fixed.
13.0" perforated/ventilated — AMG 4-piston fixed.
Antilock Braking System (ABS) and
Brake Assist (BAS)
Standard.
Standard.
CHASSIS
Engine size and type
5,461-cc DOHC 32-valve V-8
6,208-cc AMG-built DOHC 32-valve V-8
Construction
Aluminum-alloy cylinder block.
Aluminum-alloy cylinder block.
Net power
382 hp @ 6,000 rpm
507 hp @ 6,800 rpm
Net torque
391 lb-ft @ 2,800–4,800 rpm
465 lb-ft @ 5,200 rpm
Compression ratio
10.7:1
11.3:1
Fuel tank (capacity — reserve)
21.1 gal — 2.4 gal
21.1 gal — 2.4 gal
WHEELS/TIRES
DRIVETRAIN
Transmission
7-speed automatic.
Electronically controlled driver-adaptive shifting.
7-speed automatic with driver-adaptive AMG SPEEDSHIFT PLUS.™
Shift-paddle Manual mode.
Drive configuration
Rear-wheel drive.
Rear-wheel drive.
Rear axle ratio
2.82:1
2.82:1
BRAKES
TRACTION/STABILITY
Electronic Stability Program (ESP®)
Standard.
Standard.
Acceleration, 0–60 mph2
5.4 seconds.
4.3 seconds.
Fuel economy, E
PA estimate
highway estimate
Information not available at time of printing.
See your dealer for details.
Information not available at time of printing.
See your dealer for details.
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CLS 550
CLS 63 AMG
EXTERIOR DIMENSIONS
Please see page 41 for Endnotes.
SP E C IFICAT IO NS A ND E QU IP M E NT
CLS 550
CLS 63 AMG
INTERIOR DIMENSIONS
Wheelbase
112.4 in
112.4 in
Front headroom
36.9 in
36.9 in
Overall length
193.6 in
193.5 in
Front legroom
42.1 in
42.1 in
Overall height
54.7 in
54.7 in
Rear headroom
36.1 in
36.1 in
Overall width
73.7 in
73.7 in
Rear legroom
35.0 in
35.0 in
Curb weight
4,020 lb
4,210 lb
Cargo capacity
15.9 cu ft
15.9 cu ft
Please see page 41 for Endnotes.
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CLS 63 AMG
EXTERIOR
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Power tilt/sliding tinted-glass sunroof with one-touch
express-open/close.
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SEATING
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10-way power front seats, each with 3-position memory. Adjustable
lumbar support for the driver and front passenger. Driver’s seat
memory includes steering column and outside mirror positions, and
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Multicontour front seats with pneumatically adjustable side bolsters,
thigh support and dual lumbar supports.
Dual heated power mirrors linked to driver’s seat memory.
Auto-dimming rearview and left-side mirrors.
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Blue-tinted glass. Electrically heated rear window with auto-shutoff
based on time, driving speed and outside temperature.
Leather upholstery on all seat surfaces. Leather-trimmed steering
wheel and shift knob.
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with aluminum shift paddles. Leather-trimmed AMG shift knob.
Rubber-studded stainless-steel pedals.
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Rain-sensing variable intermittent wipers measure rainfall on
windshield and adjust wiper speed and frequency accordingly.
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INTERIOR
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controls for basic audio and phone26 functions, as well as operation of
the multifunction display.
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4-way (tilt/telescoping) power steering column position-linked to
driver’s seat memory.
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Illuminated cargo area with 12-volt power outlet in side panel.
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Electrostatic dust and pollen filter.
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on occupants.
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Humidity/dewpoint sensor reduces window fogging during humid
weather and helps prevent overdrying of cooled air.
AUDIO/NAVIGATION/TELEMATICS
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Window Curtain Air Bags:
• In a side impact exceeding a preset deployment threshold, a
multichamber air bag deploys along the front and rear side-door
windows on the affected side of the vehicle.11
• An integrated rollover sensor automatically deploys the ETDs and,
if deemed necessary, the Window Curtain Air Bags in the event of
a detected rollover.11
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Mercedes-Benz Maintenance System Plus displays distance remaining
to next basic maintenance service, indicates type of service due
and provides automatic reminder when service interval draws near.
System also monitors brake-pad wear.
ETDs are provided for all four seat belts and are deployed in a front
or rear impact exceeding a preset threshold of severity, or certain
rollovers. A front ETD will not deploy if seat belt is unfastened.
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SOS function if an air bag or ETD deploys.18
Tire Pressure Monitoring System.
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LATCH (Lower Anchors and Tethers for Children) system at rear
seating positions. Selectable passenger seat-belt retractors help
secure child seats.11
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Front seat belts include manually height-adjustable shoulder belts
and lower points attached to seat frames.
SmartKey remote control integrates: Remote Door Lock/Unlock
buttons, trunk opener, removable valet key and panic alarm. Driver
may selectively unlock only the driver’s door and fuel filler or all doors
plus the trunk and fuel filler.
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Active Front Head Restraints power-adjust for height, manually adjust
fore–aft and automatically height-adjust as seat is moved fore–aft.
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improved rearward vision when the rear seats are unoccupied.
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PRE-SAFE® helps prepare occupants for a possible collision before it
occurs. If PRE-SAFE senses a possible accident based on brake pedal
application pattern, steering-wheel input pattern or Electronic Stability
Program (ESP®) activation level, it will take action to help protect you
better depending on the situation, including:
• Electrically tensioning the front seat belts.
• Adjusting the front passenger seat for potentially more favorable
air-bag and seat-belt effectiveness.
• Closing the sunroof8 and windows7 (if a possible rollover
is detected).
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Occupant Classification System (OCS):
• OCS automatically turns the front passenger’s front air bag on
or off and adjusts the air bag inflation rate based on the weight
category determined by weight sensor readings from the front
passenger seat.27
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Multifunction display in center of speedometer, scrolled via
steering-wheel controls to operate and display various menus
and vehicle features:
• Trip meter and outside temperature indicator.
• Digital speedometer, Maintenance System (see below) and
oil-level check.
• Radio station, 6-disc CD/DVD changer and SIRIUS Satellite Radio.
• Hard-drive-based Navigation System route guidance.
• Vehicle reminder and message indicator.
• Driver-programmable settings for instruments and lighting, vehicle
and convenience features.
• Trip computer (elapsed time, fuel consumption and distance to empty).
• Distronic Adaptive Cruise Control settings.26
• Mobile phone book.
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with dual temperature controls.
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• Driver and front passenger are each provided with a dual-stage
front air bag (adaptive for the front passenger), a side-impact air
bag and a 3-point seat belt with an Emergency Tensioning Device
(ETD) and adaptive belt force limiter. The driver is also provided
with a knee bag.11
• Rear passengers are each provided with a side-impact air bag and
a 3-point seat belt with an ETD and belt force limiter.11
Digital display of odometer and Touch Shift gear/mode selection.
Electronic analog speedometer, tachometer and quartz clock.
Electronic bar‑graph fuel and coolant temperature gauges.
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SmartKey offers infrared-remote opening/closing of windows and
sunroof and can remotely turn on Active Ventilated front seats.26
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Driver-programmable drive-away locking automatically locks the
doors when the car reaches 9 mph.
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Night security illumination uses the car’s exterior lights to help
illuminate a path after parking.
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Locator lighting uses the car’s lights to help illuminate a return path
when the car is remote-unlocked in darkness. Unlocking car activates
illuminated entry system.
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Cockpit Management and Data (COMAND) system.
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Hard-drive-based Navigation System.
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Bluetooth interface for hands-free calling.
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Enhanced Voice Control.
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Antitheft alarm with remote panic feature.
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harman/kardon LOGIC7® surround-sound system
with Dolby® Digital 5.1.
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Emergency trunk release, located inside trunk and illuminated for 60
minutes after trunk is closed.
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SIRIUS Satellite Radio.
Integrated 3-button garage door control, compatible with HomeLink®
components and some other systems.
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cellular link to provide 24-hour live assistance for: emergency aid
(SOS button), roadside assistance (Wrench button) or information
services (i-button).18
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enforcement agencies track and recover stolen vehicle.18
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Mercedes-Benz Tele Aid Remote Door Unlock.18
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Mercedes-Benz to contact vehicle owner if antitheft alarm sounds.18
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FEATURES AND OPTIONS
RESTRAINT SYSTEMS
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INSTRUMENTATION
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CLS 550
CLS 63 AMG
CLS 550
INDIVIDUAL OPTIONS
Distronic Adaptive Cruise Control.
Parktronic system.
Please see page 41 for Endnotes. l Standard. Optional or included with a package. 0 Not available.
E NDNOT E S
CLS 63 AMG
OPTION PACKAGES
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Trim Package
(not available in combination with Sport Package):
• Wood/leather steering wheel.
• Wood/leather shift knob.
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Sport Package
(not available in combination with Trim Package):
• Sport lower bodywork (standard CLS 63 AMG).
• 18" staggered-width AMG twin 5-spoke wheels with
high-performance tires.1
• Sport steering wheel with fingertip shift paddles.
Premium 1 Package:
• iPod®/MP3 Media Interface.
• Electronic Trunk Closer.
• Power rear-window sunshade.
• Heated and Active Ventilated front seats.
• Bi-Xenon headlamps with Active Curve Illumination
(corner-illuminating front foglamps are included on CLS 550).
• Heated headlamp washers.
• Keyless-Go.
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• AMG Alcantara sport steering wheel with aluminum shift paddles.
• 186-mph speed limiter.28
• AMG track-calibrated Airmatic suspension.
• AMG compound braking system.
• 19" AMG twin-spoke multipiece wheels with high-performance tires.1
• AMG limited slip differential.
• Carbon Fiber interior trim.
FEATURES AND OPTIONS
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1 Lower aspect ratio tires and accompanying wheels provide substantially increased treadwear, increased tire noise and reduced ride comfort. Serious wheel and tire damage may occur if the vehicle is operated on rough or damaged road surfaces or upon
encountering road debris or obstacles. These tires are not designed for use on snow and ice. Winter tires mounted on appropriately sized and approved wheels are recommended for driving in those conditions.
2 Stated rates of acceleration are based upon manufacturer’s track results and may vary depending on model, environmental and road surface conditions, driving style, elevation and vehicle load.
3 While the Navigation System provides directional assistance, the driver must remain focused on safe driving behavior, including paying attention to traffic and street signs. The driver should utilize the system’s audio cues while driving and should only consult
the map or visual displays once the vehicle has been stopped in a safe place. Maps do not cover all areas or all routes within an area.
4 Requires subscription. Service subscription for the first six months included with purchase.
5 iPod is a registered trademark of Apple Computer, Inc. All iPod devices are sold separately. Feature not compatible with iPod Shuffle. See dealer for details.
6 BLUETOOTH® INTERFACE DOES NOT PROVIDE PHONE CHARGING OR EXTERNAL ANTENNA. PHONE BOOK DOWNLOAD AND VOICE INTERACTIVITY FEATURES ARE DEPENDENT ON SELECTED HANDSET. VISIT MBUSA-MOBILE.COM FOR DETAILS.
7 PRE-SAFE® closes the side windows when the system’s sensors detect side movements that suggest a possible rollover.
8 A small gap is left near the full-close position.
9 No system, regardless of how advanced, can overcome the laws of physics or correct careless driving. Please always wear your seat belt. Performance is limited by available traction, which snow, ice and other conditions can affect. Always drive carefully,
consistent with conditions. Best performance in snow is obtained with winter tires.
10 Braking effectiveness also depends on proper brake system maintenance, and tire and road conditions.
11 WARNING: THE FORCES OF A DEPLOYING AIR BAG CAN CAUSE SERIOUS OR FATAL INJURIES TO A CHILD UNDER AGE 13. THE SAFEST SEATING POSITION FOR YOUR CHILD IS IN THE REAR SEAT, BELTED INTO AN APPROPRIATE, PROPERLY INSTALLED CHILD
SEAT, OR CORRECTLY WEARING A SEAT BELT IF TOO LARGE FOR A CHILD SEAT. SEE OPERATOR’S MANUAL FOR ADDITIONAL WARNINGS AND INFORMATION ON AIR BAGS, SEAT BELTS AND CHILD SEATS.
12 Only for timing use on roads and in conditions where high-speed driving is permitted. Racing on public roads is prohibited under all circumstances and posted speed limits should always be obeyed.
13 Front-seat belt force limiters are adaptive.
14 Certain Mercedes-Benz-approved phones support voice interactivity, but not the phone book download feature, with Bluetooth technology. See dealer for details.
15 Interface and phone sold separately. See dealer for a list of approved compatible phones.
16 © 2008 Dolby Laboratories, Inc. All rights reserved. Dolby and the double-D symbol are registered trademarks of Dolby Laboratories. All other trademarks remain the property of their respective owners. DTS is a registered trademark of DTS, Inc.
Copyright © 2007 DTS, Inc. All rights reserved.
17 SIRIUS and the SIRIUS dog logo are registered trademarks of SIRIUS Satellite Radio Inc. NFL is a registered trademark of the National Football League. NASCAR® is a registered trademark of the National Association for Stock Car Auto Racing, Inc. NBA is a
registered trademark of NBA Properties, Inc. All rights reserved. For full Terms & Conditions, visit sirius.com. Pricing and programming are subject to change. Not available in Alaska, Hawaii or Puerto Rico. Six-month service subscription included with purchase.
18 Mercedes-Benz Tele Aid equipment is standard on all CLS-Class models. First year’s Mercedes-Benz Tele Aid service provided at no additional cost with subscription. Subscription and acquaintance call required for service to be active. Service operates only
where cellular and GPS coverage are available and requires adequate power supply. Owner must authorize vehicle tracking by providing passcode and a valid stolen vehicle police report number. Passcode required to activate Remote Door Unlock. See dealer for
details of telematics services.
19 Vehicle must be accessible from main roads. Roadside Assistance repairs may involve charges for parts, service and towing. Depending on the circumstances, these services may be provided by an outside service, courtesy of Mercedes-Benz Roadside
Assistance. For full details of the Roadside Assistance Program, please see your dealer.
20 Route Assistance is available for an additional charge with the Mercedes-Benz Tele Aid service and included as part of Mercedes-Benz Concierge.
21 Concierge service available only with Mercedes-Benz Concierge. Traffic Information and Route Assistance use is included as part of Mercedes-Benz Concierge and is available at an additional per-use charge when used with the Mercedes-Benz Tele Aid service.
See dealer for details.
22 Performance of the automated voice system varies depending on the noise level in and around the vehicle. Traffic Information is based on available broadcast data, not available in all areas and only provided for routes that have been personalized on the
Mercedes-Benz Tele Aid website (up to five routes) or are within a specified radius of your vehicle’s present location. See Mercedes-Benz Tele Aid section of MBUSA.com for available cities.
23 DISTRONIC Adaptive Cruise Control is no substitute for active driving involvement. It does not react to stationary objects, nor recognize or predict the curvature and lane layout of the road or the movement of vehicles ahead, and can only apply a maximum of
20% of vehicle braking power. It is the driver’s responsibility at all times to be attentive to traffic and road conditions, and to provide the steering, braking and other driving inputs necessary to retain control of the vehicle.
24 Drivers are cautioned not to wait for the DISTRONIC Proximity Warning System before braking, as that may not afford sufficient time and distance to brake safely.
25 Unsecured cargo can become hazardous in a collision. Always secure cargo using floor-mounted tie-downs.
26 When equipped with this feature.
27 OCCUPANT CLASSIFICATION SYSTEM (OCS) IS DESIGNED TO TURN THE FRONT PASSENGER’S FRONT AIR BAG OFF WHEN THE SYSTEM SENSES THE WEIGHT OF A TYPICAL CHILD 12 MONTHS OLD OR LESS PLUS THE WEIGHT OF A STANDARD APPROPRIATE
CHILD RESTRAINT. SEE OPERATOR’S MANUAL FOR IMPORTANT ADDITIONAL INFORMATION ON THIS SYSTEM AND FOR FURTHER INFORMATION REGARDING THE TRANSPORTATION OF CHILDREN HEAVIER THAN A TYPICAL 12-MONTH-OLD.
28 Please obey all speed laws.
2009
Mercedes-Benz
CLs-Class
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