Mercedes-Benz CLS Coupé (05-10) - Review

Review by David Ross on
It's not immediately obvious where the CLS fits into the Mercedes-Benz line-up. The styling is similar to the CLK coupe, but its four-doors and sheer size make it more akin to an executive saloon. In essence the CLS is pretty unique and has few obvious rivals - but think of it as a four-door alternative to the likes of the BMW 6-Series and you're pretty much on the right track. There's little that can match the dramatic looks while the sumptuous cabin is well built and supremely comfortable. On the road it is composed and although there's a little body roll in corners it is wonderfully refined and will effortlessly cross continents.
3.5 out of 5

Equipment

Mercedes isn't renowned for being particularly generous when it comes to standard equipment but the CLS is an exception. It comes with part-leather trim, climate control, steering wheel-mounted audio controls and electrically adjustable front seats. Of course there are plenty of options available including xenon cornering lights, a CD autochanger, massaging seats, adaptive cruise control, parking sensors and heated seats. In July 2009 a special Grand Edition model (only available with the 250 CDI engine) was introduced which comes with 18-inch AMG alloys, xenon lights with a cornering light function and a unique grille finish.

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  • ABS
  • Alarm
  • Alloy wheels
  • Audio remote
  • Body coloured bumpers
  • CD
  • CD Multichanger
  • Climate control
  • Cruise control
  • Driver`s airbag
  • Electric driver`s seat
  • Electric mirrors
  • Electric passenger`s seat
  • Front electric windows
  • Front fog lights
  • Headlight washers
  • Heated mirrors
  • Heated seats
  • Height adjustable drivers seat
  • Leather seat trim
  • Lumbar support
  • Metallic Paint
  • Partial leather seat trim
  • PAS
  • Passenger`s airbag
  • Rear electric windows
  • Remote locking
  • Sat Nav
  • Service indicator
  • Side airbags
  • Space saver spare wheel
  • Steering wheel rake adjustment
  • Steering wheel reach adjustment
  • Traction control
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