Other Mercedes-Benz CLS (2005 - 2010) models:

  • Summary

    4 out of 5 4.0

    What does this car say about you?

    It says that I like nice cars.

    What do your friends / family / neighbours think of the car?

    Some like it other think its a bit show off.

    Would you buy this car again and why?

    No. It spent too much time in the garage.

    What are you likely to buy next?

    Not sure, probably a petrol BMW 6 series .

  • Buying experience

    4 out of 5 4.0

    Type of dealer you bought from?

    Independent

    Did you buy this car new?

    No

    What price did you pay?

    £12,000

    When did you buy the car?

    February 2015

    Did you get a good deal and why?

    Good deal with 1 year warranty.

    Is there any special reason why you bought this car?

    Nice looking powerful and economical.

    What was the dealer like?

    Nice man.

  • Driving it

    5 out of 5 5.0

    What's it like to drive?

    It's really nice. The drive firm but comfortable. The gearbox is really nice in sports mode. The car starts in second gear when in comfort mode and in a few occasion it felt really slow off the marks particularly at busy junctions. I now only use the sports mode.

    What's it like to park?

    It is a bit too wide for supermarkets and the rear view is not that good. Otherwise OK.

  • Living with it

    5 out of 5 5.0

    Have you had any problems with the car?

    The list of faults is long... Window motor on both front doors followed by the aircon valves then the glow plug Ecu, then the turbo... nearly £5000 worth of repairs in 8 months. But all under warranty. As soon as the warranty runs out I'll sell it. Way to unreliable.

    What's most practical about your car?

    It's not really a practical car. Although a 4 door coupé is useful.

    Favourite gadget, option or accessory?

    I like the frame-less door windows and cruise control on motorway.