Mercedes - CLS 55 AMG - Brochure - 2006 - 2006

CLS 500 CLS 55 AMG 2006 CLS-Class WE D O N ’ T S T A R T W I T H A C LA Y M O D E L . Intuitive STYLE P02 Intelligent INTERIOR ELEMENTS P04 Sophisticated INTERIOR LUXURY CLS 55 AMG P06 P08 WE S T AR T W I T H A Progressive PERFORMANCE SOUL. P12 Powerful HANDLING P14 Practical SAFETY P16 Who you are didn’t happen overnight. It’s rooted in your family history, shaped by life’s experiences, and evident in your ability to continually redefine your potential. This same depth of character, descended from the very first car, is what defines a Mercedes-Benz. The new CLS-Class offers expressive style, poised performance and an exquisitely crafted 4-seat cabin — like history’s most celebrated coupes, but redefined in four doors. It’s the heart of a coupe and the soul of a Mercedes-Benz. Engaging AMG SPORT PACKAGE P18 OPTIONS AND ACCESSORIES TELEMATICS P20 P22 SPECIFICATIONS P24 I N T R O D U C I N G T H E WO R L D ’ S F I R S T 4- D O O R C O U P E . Diligent EQUIPMENT P26 Candid Dynamic WEBSITE /SERVICE AND SUPPORT P28 CLS 500 shown in Capri Blue metallic with optional Active Bi-Xenon headlamps with washers. STYLE P02/03 The CLS-Class redefines what a coupe can be, without losing sight of what a Mercedes-Benz must be: passionate, innovative and athletically gifted. The victorious Mercedes-Benz Silver Arrows were descended from the Daimler-powered car that won the world’s first auto race. The CLS-Class shares this bloodline, along with the heritage of some of the world’s most treasured coupes. With its seductively arched roof, broad shoulders, frameless door glass and concealed B-pillars, it offers the stylish and intimate experience you expect of a coupe — only with the accessibility of four doors. The aggressive stance of staggered-width 18" alloy wheels and tires1 hints at the physical prowess that lies within. It all comes together in a most definitive statement — a unique blend of sensation and sensibility that is distinctly Mercedes-Benz. 1 Z-rated tires are optimized for performance driving and may provide reduced ride comfort, increased tire noise, substantially increased treadwear and greater susceptibility to damage compared with H-rated tires. DN A T E S T I N G R E V EA L S TH E B I O L O G I C A L FAT H E R . CLS 500 shown with optional Keyless Go and Active Bi-Xenon headlamps with washers. INTERIOR ELEMENTS P04/05 CLS 500 shown in Cashmere Beige and matte Burl Walnut wood with optional Keyless Go and Active Ventilated seats. I T ’S M A R K E D P E R S O NA L W H E R E V E R YO U L O O K . It’s the hallmark of a luxury coupe: an interior that embraces you and creates a truly inviting environment. The CLS-Class welcomes you with an enthralling expanse of hand-finished wood — the largest single piece ever used in a modern Mercedes-Benz. Soft textures and organic shapes abound. And while the logical controls may put a wealth of information at your fingertips, a single touch of the richly crafted materials will tell you everything you need to know. Chrome-ringed gauges Elegant detail stitching 10-way power front seats ATTENTION TO DETAIL High-performance automobiles are complex, but driving one doesn’t have to be. COMAND — our standard Cockpit Management and Data system — features a large colour-LCD screen and integrates the radio, CD player, DVD-based navigation system1 and portable phone,1 to simplify multiple tasks and put important information easily at hand. COMAND can even be accessed through steering wheel-mounted controls and a multifunction display in the speedometer face. Simple iconic controls let you adjust the 10-way power front seats easily. If all of this leaves you with the impression that nothing is too small for us to fuss over, you’re right. 1 When equipped with this option. INTERIOR LUXURY P06/07 INDULGENCE SHOULD BE S H A R E D. Coupes by nature tend to be selfish. They surround you in the cozy ambience that a rakish roofline can create, and ensconce you in a very personal space. But unlike conventional two-door bodystyles, the unique 4-door design of the CLS-Class provides intimacy without entanglements. Whether you’re nestled in the 10-way power front seats or lounging in the individually contoured rear seats, you’ll enjoy the warmth of hand-fitted leather upholstery and a full-length centre console awash in hand-finished wood. And since warmth can come in many forms, we’ve also provided the added indulgence of standard heated front seats and 4-zone digital climate control. OPTIONAL HARMAN/KARDON SURROUND SOUND The available harman/kardon® LOGIC7® sound system features 12 speakers and a 7.1-channel amplifier, and provides multichannel digital surround sound for FM radio and CD playback. Using technology originally developed for the professional recording industry and optimized for the CLS-Class interior, it immerses you in sensual sound. A 6-disc in-dash CD changer is included. 4-ZONE CLIMATE CONTROL With four individual digital temperature and airflow controls and a separate rear-cabin control panel, your comfort is assured. The climate control system is so advanced, it employs a sun sensor that helps it compensate for directional sunlight. FULL-LENGTH CENTRE CONSOLE It’s not only functional, but also a work of art. The rolltop covers for the rear console compartments are each covered in matte-finish Burl Walnut wood — or highpolish Laurel wood as an option — that has been laser-cut from a single piece for continuity of grain. Inside, another luxurious touch awaits, as the main compartment is richly lined like a jewel case. CLS 500 shown in Cashmere Beige and matte Burl Walnut wood with optional Nappa leather and Active Ventilated front seats. CLS 55 AMG P08/09 CLS 55 AMG shown in Iridium Silver metallic. WE ’ L L G I V E YO U 469 R E A S O N S TO S TAY O U T O F I T S WAY. Combine the passionate design of the CLS-Class with AMG’s fanatical devotion to performance and you have the CLS 55 AMG, a car that loves to live on the leading edge. With a supercharged V-8 producing 469 hp and AMG SpeedShift™ technology providing 35% faster shifts, 100 km/h gets brushed aside in a mere 4.7 seconds,1 leaving only the rumble from four polished stainless-steel exhaust tips in its wake. And with its distinctive styling — from the prominent 3-rib grille, chiselled front apron and side sills, and subtle rear lip spoiler — it serves a visual warning to all that cross its path. Oh, and did we mention that the CLS 55 AMG also offers the civility and refinement found in every Mercedes-Benz? Better make that 470 reasons. BEHIND THE WHEEL There’s no denying the visual impact of staggered-width 19" AMG thin-spoke monoblock wheels and the visceral impact of 255/35 R19 front and 285/30 R19 rear high-performance tires.2 Look deeper and you’ll find the awesome braking power of 8-piston front calipers gripping massive 360-mm perforated discs. And to enhance the strength of the brake discs, the perforations are cast in place, since drilling could create stress points. 1 The stated rate of acceleration is based upon manufacturer’s track results and may vary depending upon model, environmental and road surface conditions, driving style, elevation and vehicle load. 2 AMG 19" wheels and accompanying high-speed-rated tires provide substantially increased treadwear and reduced ride comfort compared to H-rated tires. 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. CLS 55 AMG P10/11 TH I S YE A R ’ S L O O K I N I N T I MA T E A PP AR E L F O R T H E E N T H U S I A S T. For those very special moments, we’ve made sure the CLS 55 AMG is properly attired. Multicontour front seats let you fine-tune your comfort with pneumatically adjustable side bolsters and lumbar supports. Rich perforated Nappa leather upholstery is accented by Alcantara trim in the shoulder areas and topstitching all around. And for a most intimate driving experience, Formula One-style manual shift buttons are located a mere fingertip’s reach away on the steering wheel. Stylish, sporty and seductive, the CLS 55 AMG is what every enthusiast will want to be seen in for 2006. GAUGE REACTION A 320 km/h speedometer1 is a rare thrill by any measure. And with its deep-set ivory-colour instruments highlighted by bright red indicators, the CLS 55 AMG is stimulating at any rate of travel. 1 Please obey all speed laws. Top speed electronically limited to 250 km/h. STYLE BY THE FOOT Form meets function wherever you look in the CLS 55 AMG. A perfect example: racing-inspired pedals featuring the cool looks of stainless steel teamed with grippy black rubber studs. CLS 55 AMG shown in Black leather and matte Burl Walnut wood with optional Distronic cruise control, Keyless Go and Active Ventilated front seats. PERFORMANCE P12/13 I T ’S 280 � 260 � 240 � � 340 220 � � 320 200 � 180 � 160 � 140 � � � � 300 280 260 5,439-cc AMG V-8 POWER: 469 hp � 480 � 440 � 400 � 360 � � 500 320 � � 450 280 � � 400 240 � � 350 � � 300 200 2 3 4 5 6 � � 6 � 5 � 4 TORQUE: 516 lb-ft � 3 RPM x1000 � 2 � 1 � � TORQUE: 339 lb-ft � STRONG A 5.0-litre V-8 pumping out 302 horsepower and 339 lb-ft of torque is impressive, but with the CLS 500, it’s only the start. The V-8 engine’s broad, flat torque band means responsive acceleration at any speed — including a spirited 6.1-second 0–100 sprint.1 Enhancing the experience is the industry’s first 7-speed automatic transmission. With a wider range of gears than traditional automatics, you can always be in the ideal gear for rapid acceleration, while at cruising speeds you can enjoy a quieter ride and improved fuel economy. The well-mannered 7-speed even adapts to your driving style: Drive more enthusiastically, and it shifts at higher rpm. When you’re in a more relaxed mood, it glides between gears to maximize efficiency. 5.0-liter V-8 POWER: 302 hp 300 � TH A N I T L O O K S . � E V E N FA S T E R There’s a difference between style and design. Great design must include equally outstanding function. So when the breathtaking lines of the CLS-Class were drawn, we never lost sight of performance. That’s why under that sleek hood is a powerful and responsive 302-hp V-8 in the CLS 500, and an earth-trembling supercharged 469-hp V-8 in the CLS 55 AMG. Each is teamed to an advanced automatic transmission that adapts to your driving style and features Touch Shift control for the joy of manual-style shifting. All because the excitement of owning a Mercedes-Benz has to be far more than skin deep. 7 RPM x1000 EXTRA-STRENGTH If the CLS-Class pushes the envelope of design, the CLS 55 AMG’s 469-hp Kompressor V-8 makes sure it’s nothing less than express delivery. Handcrafted by a single technician who affixes his signature to it, each engine features such racing-derived ingredients as aluminium pistons forged for strength, a crankshaft individually balanced to reduce vibration, and camshafts aggressively profiled for a spine-tingling rush to redline. For maximum exhilaration, the V-8 employs a helical supercharger and liquid-to-air intercooler for a 516 lb-ft rush of torque starting at just 2,650 rpm. With a driver-adaptive 5-speed automatic transmission offering the manual control of steering wheel-mounted buttons, 0–100 km/h in a scorching 4.7 seconds1 can be yours in a snap. 1 Stated rates of acceleration are based upon manufacturer’s track results, and may vary depending upon model, environmental and road surface conditions, driving style, elevation and vehicle load. CLS 500 shown in Capri Blue metallic with optional Keyless Go and Active Bi-Xenon headlamps with washers. HANDLING P14/15 ADMIT IT. YO U L I K E TO T A K E CO N T R O L . While the CLS-Class is designed to treat everyone on board exceedingly well, we do play favourites — the driver comes first. So if you have a controlling interest in an automobile, you’ll be pleased to find Airmatic, an advanced semi-active air suspension that gives precise response and lets you dial in your preferred blend of ride and handling. It only takes one turn to appreciate the outstanding road feel of speed-sensitive power rack-and-pinion steering, and with our pioneering Electronic Stability Program (ESP),1 the unmatched confidence to handle whatever may come your way. CLS 500 shown in Iridium Silver metallic with optional AMG Sport Package. MULTILINK SUSPENSION For legendary control, the CLS-Class employs a 4-wheel multilink suspension featuring antidive geometry for exceptional poise, even under severe braking. A Mercedes-Benz innovation, the 5-arm rear multilink design controls rear-wheel movement with outstanding precision, making it ideal for rearwheel drive — the choice of driving enthusiasts for its pure power delivery and precise steering feel. AIRMATIC DUAL CONTROL Airmatic DC semi-active air suspension provides optimal ride comfort, yet instantly firms up as driving dynamics demand crisp response. Self-levelling Airmatic can even raise or lower the ride height — automatically, or at your pushbutton command. ELECTRONIC STABILITY PROGRAM The CLS-Class has ESP, a handling advantage that allows it to react quickly and confidently to the onset of skidding in curves. ESP continuously monitors your steering and braking actions while you’re cornering and compares them to the actual vehicle path. If it senses the onset of plowing (understeer) or fishtailing (oversteer), ESP brakes individual wheels and/or reduces excess engine power, to help keep you on course.1 ESP also incorporates all-speed traction control to help control wheelspin during acceleration. ADAPTIVE DAMPING SYSTEM The Adaptive Damping System (ADS II) lets you tailor your driving experience with three selectable driving modes — two for sport and one for comfort — at the touch of a button. ADS II continually optimizes ride and handling by individually adjusting each wheel’s shock-absorber rate every time the wheel changes its direction of up–down travel. 1 No system, regardless of how advanced, can overcome physics or correct careless driving. Please always wear your seat belt. SAFETY P16/17 WE ’ V E S P E N T 65 Y EA R S P R E P AR I N G F O R T H E N E X T 1 /4 S E C O N D. ENHANCED 4-WHEEL DISC BRAKES The CLS-Class features an advanced 4-wheel disc braking system, including 4-piston front calipers for impressive stopping power. Equally impressive, Sensotronic — the electrohydraulic braking system in the CLS-Class — can automatically determine the most effective brake pressure to apply at each wheel individually, adding up to better control. Lift your foot off the accelerator quickly, and the system sets the brake pads nearer to the discs for even quicker response. Turn on the windshield wipers, and periodically and imperceptibly the brakes are applied to keep them drier and ready for action. EMERGENCY-SENSING BRAKE ASSIST Mercedes-Benz research has shown that drivers tend not to brake hard enough, soon enough, in an emergency. Our engineers developed Brake Assist to help overcome this tendency. Upon sensing panic stopping based on the speed at which you depress the brake pedal, Brake Assist automatically applies all available power braking boost immediately. By helping to eliminate the delay caused by human nature, Brake Assist can potentially reduce your overall stopping distance when it matters most.1 BODY STRUCTURE AND CRUMPLE ZONES The CLS-Class uses advanced technology and robust materials to create a virtual fortress for its four occupants. High-strength/low-alloy steel is used in critical areas throughout the vehicle. Roof pillars employ three layers of steel. Full-width front and rear crossmembers, along with a reinforced floorpan, doors and door sills, combine to provide formidable protection in a variety of impacts. Advanced front and rear crumple zones progressively deform to help absorb the energy of an impact, while underhood components are staggered to help prevent their stacking up in a severe frontal impact, to reduce the likelihood of intrusion into the cabin. An ellipsoidal front bulkhead helps channel some of the forces of a severe frontal impact under, over and around the passenger cabin. While the protective systems of the CLS-Class are quite complex, our underlying philosophy of safety is really quite simple. First, the most survivable accident is the one that never happens. To that end, along with its responsive handling, the CLS-Class features pioneering Mercedes-Benz safety technology such as Electronic Stability Program (ESP), all-speed traction control, and emergency-sensing Brake Assist. If avoidance is impossible, the CLS is designed to protect you with an advanced integrated restraint system that includes a rollover sensor and the 10-way protection of eight air bags, all wrapped in a tremendously strong body structure. Because even though we hope you’ll never experience an accident, we’ve been continually researching and innovating to better protect you in those precious moments for well over half a century. ROLLOVER SENSOR If the CLS-Class senses certain rollovers, it will automatically deploy the seat-belt Emergency Tensioning Devices to help reduce occupant movement and, if deemed necessary, inflate the Head Protection Curtains.2 10-WAY AIR BAG PROTECTION The CLS-Class features the 10-way protection of an eight-air-bag system comprised of dual-stage front air bags, front and rear side-impact air bags, and full-length Head Protection Curtains that deploy along the front and rear side windows on the affected side, to help protect both front and rear occupants from head injury and broken glass in certain side impacts or rollovers.2 SIDE-IMPACT PROTECTION Reinforced doors, side sills and floorpan are part of an integrated safety design that also includes high-strength seat structures, all of which work in concert to afford considerable protection in side impacts. Four side-impact air bags and Head Protection Curtains further enhance occupant protection. 1 No system, regardless of how advanced, can overcome physics or correct careless driving. Please always wear your seat belt. 2 WARNING: THE FORCES OF A DEPLOYING AIR BAG CAN CAUSE SERIOUS OR FATAL INJURY 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. A CHILD UNDER 13 MUST NOT USE THE FRONT SEAT UNLESS THE CHILD IS BELTED INTO AN APPROPRIATE, PROPERLY INSTALLED BABYSMART-COMPATIBLE CHILD SEAT AND THE “PASSENGER AIR BAG OFF” INDICATOR REMAINS ILLUMINATED. At time of press, the toddler seat (for children 9–18 kg) is not approved for use in Canada. SEE OPERATOR’S MANUAL FOR ADDITIONAL WARNINGS AND INFORMATION ON AIR BAGS, SEAT BELTS AND CHILD SEATS. AMG SPORT PACKAGE P18/19 NEVER UNDERESTIMATE THE PO W E R OF A FIRST IMPRESSION. The first time you see the CLS 500 with the optional AMG Sport Package, you know. From the aggressive AMG-design front air dam to the rear apron draping dual chromed oval exhaust tips, the message is subtle but unmistakable: Muscle. Talent. Confidence. You can see it in the sculpted side sills framed by massive 18" AMG double-spoke alloy wheels.1 You can feel it as you execute shifts through the steering wheel-mounted fingertip shift controls. Is it an unfair world where so much is judged by first meetings? That would depend entirely on the impression that you make. 1 AMG 18" wheels and accompanying high-speed-rated tires provide substantially increased treadwear and reduced ride comfort compared to H-rated tires. 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. CLS 500 shown in Iridium Silver metallic with optional AMG Sport Package. 01 Active Bi-Xenon headlamps Corner-illuminating foglamps OPTIONS AND ACCESSORIES P20/21 02 Distronic adaptive cruise control 03 Parktronic 05 Drive-Dynamic front seats 04 Keyless Go 06 DVD-based navigation 07 harman/kardon LOGIC7 sound system 08 Electronic trunk closer 09 Active Ventilated and heated front seats 11 Run-flat tires 10 All-weather floor mats CLS 500 shown in Black leather and high-polish Laurel wood with optional Keyless Go, Active Ventilated front seats and harman/kardon LOGIC7 sound system. 01 ACTIVE BI-XENON HEADLAMPS AND CORNER-ILLUMINATING FOGLAMPS Truly visionary thinking, active headlamps1 monitor your steering angle and driving speed, then shift their beams to either side to better follow the curvature of the road ahead, increasing usable illumination of curves by up to 90% over conventional headlamps. Also included are high-performance Bi-Xenon headlamps that produce a bright blue-white light to provide better vision over longer distances when using either low or high beams. They also incorporate dynamic level control to help cut glare, as well as high-pressure washers. On CLS 500 models without the AMG Sport Package, this option further includes cornerilluminating front foglamps, which illuminate with the turn signals to help brighten your way into dark driveways or alleys. They are also activated by the steering at speeds up to 40 km/h, to help improve the illumination of a curving roadway ahead. 03 PARKTRONIC SYSTEM Parktronic can help you avoid objects that might be outside of your sightlines when parking your CLS-Class. When ultrasonic sensors in the front and rear bumpers detect objects in their field of view, audible signals and illuminated displays on the dash and rear cabin ceiling help you manoeuvre with confidence. 02 DISTRONIC ADAPTIVE CRUISE CONTROL The first of its kind, Distronic reduces the need to continuously adjust your cruise control setting. By employing a radar signal to monitor your distance to vehicles ahead, the system adjusts to help maintain your speed and preset following distance automatically.2 05 DRIVE-DYNAMIC FRONT SEATS Drive-Dynamic seats automatically adapt in response to cornering forces, rapidly inflating and deflating the side bolsters for active lateral support. 04 KEYLESS GO This optional enhancement of the SmartKey system lets you unlock your CLS-Class by grasping the outside door handle — without removing the key from your pocket or purse. Startup is equally easy: Put your foot on the brake, tap the top of the gearshift, and you’re ready to take off. After you park, touch a button on the outside door handle to lock the car. 01 02 06 07 06 COMAND DVD-BASED NAVIGATION This modular system, available either as a factory option or dealer-installed accessory, uses GPS satellites to determine the location of your car. Detailed driving instructions are provided through the COMAND system’s large colour-LCD screen, with the maps for Canada, the contiguous U.S., and Hawaii, all from a single DVD.3 07 HARMAN/KARDON LOGIC7 SOUND SYSTEM The optional harman/kardon® LOGIC7® sound system features 12 speakers and a 7.1-channel amplifier for incredible digital surround sound. It includes a single-feed 6-disc CD changer concealed behind a motorized, wood-trimmed panel in the dash, and can be controlled via the multifunction steering wheel. 03 04 08 08 ELECTRONIC TRUNK CLOSER This convenient option allows you to close the fully open trunk simply by pressing a button on the driver’s door or inside the trunk lid. A button on the SmartKey or on the driver’s door motors the trunk lid fully open, too — a great convenience when approaching with your arms full of packages. 09 ACTIVE VENTILATED FRONT SEATS Optional Active Ventilated front seats use miniature internal fans to circulate air through perforations in the upholstery, and include the heating feature. 10 ALL-WEATHER FLOOR MATS These all-season floor mats are a great way to keep the carpet of your CLS-Class in top condition. Deep channels trap large amounts of water, mud and melting snow. They’re easy to clean, and available in black, grey or tan, with four mats per set. 05 09 10 11 RUN-FLAT TIRES WITH LOW-PRESSURE WARNING SYSTEM A CLS 500 option, extended-mobility tires 4 (not shown, and not available on the CLS 55 AMG) can be driven a limited distance after a loss of air pressure in a tire. The low-tire-pressure warning system alerts the driver if a loss of pressure has occurred. 1 Standard on CLS 55 AMG. 2 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 it 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. 3 While the navigation system provides directional assistance, the driver must remain focused on safe driving behaviour, 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 verbal displays once the vehicle has been stopped in a safe place. DVD-ROM maps do not cover all areas nor all routes within an area. 4 Delayed availability. See your dealer. TELEMATICS P22/23 I’ve locked my keys in the car. Where is my nearest Mercedes-Benz dealer? My vehicle needs a jump start. There’s been an accident. How do I program my HomeLink® system? I have a flat tire. T H O U S A N D S O F S T O R I E S I N T H E C I T Y. WE C A RE A B O U T YO U R S . You’ll travel many roads in life, so it’s reassuring to know that someone’s there to help you — from simple questions to tough situations. Whether it’s a greater sense of security or the luxury of convenience, our Tele Aid system gives you a direct connection at the push of a button to Mercedes-Benz support and people who specialize in helping you feel protected, connected and cared for. TELE AID SERVICES Tele Aid includes unlimited use of these features: SOS button calling with Automatic Collision Notification, access to Roadside Assistance via the wrench button, Mercedes-Benz Information and Dealer Connect via the i-button, and our remote keyless unlocking and stolen vehicle tracking services.1 SOS BUTTON Whether you need emergency assistance or see someone who does, push the Tele Aid SOS button. In a matter of moments, you’ll be in touch with emergency response personnel who’ll already know the location of your CLS-Class and can summon police, paramedics or other assistance to you. And if an air bag or seat-belt Emergency Tensioning Device deploys, the Tele Aid system will call for emergency help automatically, even if you can’t push the button. WRENCH BUTTON You’re miles from nowhere and you have a flat, run out of fuel or see a warning lamp. The wrench button gives you a one-touch voice link to Mercedes-Benz Roadside Assistance. Tele Aid can automatically tell us the model and location of your CLS-Class. Our staff will talk you through the trouble or, if necessary, dispatch a Roadside Assistance vehicle to your precise location.2 i-BUTTON The Tele Aid i-button lets you talk directly to Customer Service, where trained Mercedes-Benz representatives can answer questions you may have about your vehicle. Everything from “How do I replace the battery in my remote key?” to “Where’s the nearest dealer?” Just press the button and we’ll be there to help out.3 1 Subscription is required for service to be active and does not include airtime and monitoring fees. Tele Aid operates only where cellular and Global Positioning System coverage are available. Owner must authorize stolen vehicle tracking and file a police report. 2 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. 3 Customer Service is open from 9 a.m. to 5 p.m. EST, Monday through Friday. SPECIFICATIONS P24/25 ENGINE CLS 500 CLS 55 AMG1 Engine size and type 4,966-cc SOHC 24-valve 90° V-8 5,439-cc AMG-built supercharged SOHC 24-valve 90° V-8 Construction Net power Net torque Compression ratio Induction Fuel and ignition system Fuel tank (capacity — reserve) Fuel requirement High-pressure die-cast alloy cylinder block. Alloy heads. Counter-rotating balance shaft. Reinforced high-pressure die-cast alloy cylinder block. Alloy heads. Counter-rotating balance shaft. 302 hp @ 5,600 rpm 469 hp @ 6,100 rpm 339 lb-ft @ 2,700–4,250 rpm 516 lb-ft @ 2,650–4,500 rpm 10.0:1 9.0:1 Magnesium 2-stage resonance intake manifold increases intake runner length at lower rpm for Helical high-pressure supercharger with liquid-to-air intercooler. improved response. ME 2.8 engine management. Integrated sequential multipoint fuel injection and phased twin-spark ignition includes individual cylinder control of fuel spray, spark timing/phase, and antiknock. Electronic throttle. Two highenergy ignition coils and two spark plugs per cylinder, with 160,000-km spark-plug intervals. 80.0 litres — 9.0 litres 80.0 litres — 9.0 litres Premium unleaded, 91 pump octane. Premium unleaded, 91 pump octane. DRIVETRAIN Transmission type Transmission features AMG SpeedShift and fingertip manual mode Fingertip shift control Drive configuration Rear axle ratio 7-speed automatic. AMG-enhanced 5-speed automatic with AMG SpeedShift™ programming and fingertip manual mode. Electronically controlled shifting. Driver-adaptive programming adjusts shift points to the driver’s current driving style. Touch Shift allows driver to manually downshift and allow upshifts by nudging the shift lever left or right from the Drive position. Shift into Optimum Gear programming allows one-touch selection of the best gear for maximum acceleration or engine braking by holding the shift lever to the left of Drive for one second. Driverselectable Comfort mode starts vehicle moving in 2nd gear or a second Reverse gear, and upshifts at lower rpm, to help improve control on slippery surfaces. Not available. AMG SpeedShift programming provides up to 35% faster gear changes, automatically downshifts during braking, prevents unwanted upshifting in corners, and features torque converter lockup in all forward gears. Fingertip manual mode allows direct-access shifting through forward gears via buttons on back of upper steeringwheel spokes (left button downshifts, right button upshifts) or via Touch Shift feature of shift lever, and will automatically intervene only to select 1st gear when the vehicle stops. In Sport and Comfort modes, the steeringwheel buttons operate the Touch Shift feature. Included with optional AMG Sport Package, fingertip shift control allows driver to operate Not available. Touch Shift via rocker-type buttons on back of upper steering-wheel spokes (both buttons upshift and downshift). Rear-wheel drive. Rear-wheel drive. 2.65:1 2.65:1 TRACTION / STABILITY Electronic Stability Program ESP compares the driver’s intended course, via steering and braking inputs, to the vehicle’s response, via lateral acceleration, rotation (yaw) and individual wheel speeds. ESP then brakes individual front or rear wheels and/or reduces excess engine power as needed to help correct understeer (plowing) or oversteer (fishtailing). ESP also integrates all-speed traction control, which senses drive-wheel slip under acceleration and individually brakes the slipping wheel or wheels, and/or reduces excess engine power, until control is regained.2 PERFORMANCE Acceleration, 0–100 km/h3 Fuel economy, city estimate highway estimate 6.1 seconds Information not available at time of printing. See your dealer. 1 Delayed availability. See your dealer. 2 No system, regardless of how advanced, can overcome physics or correct careless driving. Please always wear your seat belt. 3 Stated rates of acceleration are based upon manufacturer’s track results and may vary depending upon model, environmental and road surface conditions, driving style, elevation and vehicle load. 4.7 seconds Information not available at time of printing. See your dealer. 4 Please obey local speed laws. 5 AMG 18" and 19" wheels and accompanying high-speed-rated tires provide substantially increased treadwear and reduced ride comfort compared to H-rated tires. 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. 6 Z-rated tires are optimized for performance driving and may provide reduced ride comfort, increased tire noise, substantially increased treadwear and greater susceptibility to damage compared with H-rated tires. 7 Braking effectiveness also depends on proper brake system maintenance, and tire and road conditions. CHASSIS CLS 500 CLS 55 AMG1 Suspension Front: Independent 4-link. Antidive geometry. Stabilizer bar. Rear: Independent 5-arm multilink with aluminium links and wheel-hub carriers, and Front: Independent 4-link. Antidive geometry. Enlarged stabilizer bar. Rear: Independent 5-arm multilink with aluminium links and wheel-hub carriers, and 5-twin spoke, 8.5J x18 front — 9.5J x18 rear. Polished AMG double-spoke, 8.5J x18 front — 9.5J x18 rear.5 245/40 ZR18 front — 275/35 ZR18 rear, high-performance.6 255/40 ZR18 front — 285/35 ZR18 rear, high-performance.5 AMG thin-spoke monoblock, 8.5J x19 front — 9.5J x19 rear.5 Airmatic DC air suspension with Adaptive Damping System (ADS II) Steering Steering-wheel turns Turning circle geometry for antisquat and alignment control. Stabilizer bar. geometry for antisquat and alignment control. Enlarged stabilizer bar. Airmatic Dual Control is a semi-active suspension that provides greater ride comfort yet responds to reduce pitch, dive and roll during braking, accelerating and cornering by instantaneously firming up spring rates as driving dynamics change. Electronically controlled pneumatic spring-struts integrate variable-rate shock absorbers and coil springs. ADS II continually optimizes ride and handling by automatically selecting one of four damping profiles for each spring-strut every time a wheel changes its direction of up–down travel. Dual driver-selectable sport modes engage firmer damping profiles either full-time or at lower thresholds of body movement. Automatic 4-wheel level control includes driver-selectable ride-height control, and automatic speed-sensitive lowering at higher speeds or when in sport mode.4 Rack-and-pinion with vehicle-speed-sensitive power assist and integrated hydraulic damper. Rack-and-pinion with vehicle-speed-sensitive power assist and integrated hydraulic damper. 2.6 lock-to-lock. 2.6 lock-to-lock. 36.7 ft/11.2 m curb-to-curb. 36.7 ft/11.2 m curb-to-curb. WHEELS / TIRES Wheels, aluminium-alloy Optional AMG Sport Package Tires, steel-belted radial Optional AMG Sport Package Not available. 255/35 ZR19 front — 285/30 ZR19 rear, high-performance.5 Not available. BRAKES Brake system Brake discs — calipers, front Brake discs — calipers, rear Sensotronic Brake Control Antilock Braking System and Brake Assist 4-circuit electrohydraulic 4-wheel disc. AMG-enhanced 4-circuit electrohydraulic 4-wheel disc. 330-mm ventilated discs — 4-piston fixed calipers. 360-mm perforated and ventilated discs — AMG 8-piston fixed calipers. 300-mm ventilated discs — single-piston floating calipers. 330-mm perforated and ventilated discs — AMG 4-piston fixed calipers. Sensotronic electrohydraulic braking transmits brake pressure individually to each wheel based on driver input and various vehicle parameters. Sensotronic more precisely controls brake pressure at each wheel in normal braking, emergency stopping and ESP activity.2 Automatic Brake Drying applies the brakes lightly and briefly based on windshield wiper use and driver braking intervals, to reduce moisture on the brake surfaces in wet weather. Predictive Brake Priming sets the brake pads near to the discs when the driver quickly releases the accelerator, for faster brake response. ABS senses impending wheel lockup under heavy braking and pumps the front brakes individually or the rear brakes together (to help maintain stability) as needed up to 30 times per second, to prevent lockup and maintain steering ability. Sensotronic eliminates the pedal pulsation commonly associated with conventional brake systems and ABS. Brake Assist senses emergency braking via the speed at which the driver presses the brake pedal and immediately applies maximum available power boost, potentially reducing the overall stopping distance by eliminating the delay caused by a common human tendency not to brake hard enough, soon enough. Letting up on the brake pedal releases Brake Assist..7 EXTERIOR DIMENSIONS CLS 500 CLS 55 AMG INTERIOR DIMENSIONS CLS 500 CLS 55 AMG Wheelbase Overall length 112.4 in/2,854 mm 193.0 in/4,910 mm 54.7 in/1,390 mm 73.7 in/1,873 mm 62.5 in/1,587 mm 63.0 in/1,600 mm 0.30 3,992 lb/1,810 kg 112.4 in/2,854 mm 193.0 in/4,910 mm 54.7 in/1,390 mm 73.7 in/1,873 mm 62.9 in/1,599 mm 62.3 in/1,583 mm 0.31 4,069 lb/1,845 kg Headroom, front Legroom, front Shoulder room, front 36.9 in/936 mm 42.1 in/1,070 mm 56.3 in/1,429 mm 36.1 in/917 mm 35.0 in/888 mm 56.0 in/1,422 mm 104.3 cu ft/2,953 litres 15.9 cu ft/450 litres 36.9 in/936 mm 42.1 in/1,070 mm 56.3 in/1,429 mm 36.1 in/917 mm 35.0 in/888 mm 56.0 in/1,422 mm 104.3 cu ft/2,953 litres 15.9 cu ft/450 litres Overall height Overall width Track, front Track, rear Drag coefficient Curb weight Headroom, rear Legroom, rear Shoulder room, rear Cabin capacity Cargo capacity  — —  ▫2   — —          ▫        Silver grille with four chrome ribs. Silver grille with three chrome ribs. AMG-design front apron with mesh intake, side sills and rear apron. Dual chrome exhaust tips. AMG dual exhaust system with four polished stainless-steel tips. Power tilt/sliding tinted glass sunroof with one-touch express-open/ close and memory. Dual power mirrors, linked to driver’s seat memory and automatically heated. Auto-dimming left-side mirror. Parking-assist right-side mirror. Blue-tinted glass. Electrically heated rear window with auto-shutoff based on time and outside temperature. Dual aero-blade windshield wipers. Rain-sensing intermittent wipers. Heated windshield washer nozzles. Bi-Xenon low-beam and high-beam headlamps with active curve illumination system. Heated washers. CLS 500 adds: Corner-illuminating front foglamps.3 Variable-focus halogen headlamps with projector low beams and clear high-impact polycarbonate lenses. Halogen front foglamps, in front apron. Single red rear foglamp, integrated in left taillamp. Driver-selectable light-sensing headlamps. Driver-programmable Daytime Running Lamps. Automatic lamp substitution uses a nearby lamp if a critical bulb fails. Touch Turn Signals flash three times with one touch of turn-signal lever, for lane-changing. Auxiliary LED turn signal indicators are integrated with side mirror housings. LOCKING / SECURITY             SmartKey uses an electronic code to unlock the steering column and ignition. Removing SmartKey from ignition disables engine computer to help prevent unauthorized starting. SmartKey remote integrates: Door lock/unlock buttons. Trunk opener. Removable valet key. Panic alarm. Driver may selectively unlock only the driver’s door and fuel filler, or all doors plus the trunk and fuel filler. SmartKey offers infrared-remote opening/closing of windows and sunroof, and can remotely turn on Active Ventilated front seats.4 Driver-programmable user-recognition feature links each SmartKey to driver’s preferences (up to three individual users per car) for: Driver’s seat memory settings (all 3 presets, including steering column and outside mirrors). Various climate control settings. Programmable vehicle settings from multifunction display. Driver-programmable driveaway locking automatically locks the doors when the car reaches 15 km/h. Night security illumination uses the car’s exterior lights to help illuminate a path after parking. Driver-programmable intervals allow lights to stay on for 60, 45, 30 or 15 seconds, or not at all. LOCKING / SECURITY continued               Locator lighting uses the car’s lights to help light a return path when the car is remote-unlocked in darkness. Unlocking car activates illuminated entry system. Automatic antitheft alarm system with towaway protection and remote panic feature. Emergency trunk release, located inside trunk and illuminated for 60 minutes after trunk is closed. Integrated 3-button garage door control, compatible with HomeLink® and some other systems. Tele Aid GPS-based stolen vehicle tracking.5 Tele Aid Remote Door Unlock allows owner to have doors remoteunlocked in the event the SmartKey becomes locked inside vehicle.5 Tele Aid Automatic Alarm Notification alerts Mercedes-Benz to contact vehicle owner if antitheft alarm sounds.5 INTERIOR FEATURES                   Multifunction steering wheel provides convenient, additional controls for basic functions of audio system and phone,4 plus operation of multifunction display (see Instrumentation, at right). Power windows, with one-touch express-up/down for front windows. 4-way (tilt/telescoping) power steering column, position linked to driver’s seat memory. Driver-programmable easy-exit feature can move driver’s seat rearward and/or raise steering column when SmartKey is removed from ignition, and restore positions when key is reinserted. Electronic cruise control. Automatic ambient lighting provides gentle illumination while driving in darkness to the console, door handles, all four footwells, and the front and rear seating areas. Four reading lamps. Courtesy lamps with programmable fade-out time. Entrance lamps in all four doors. Dual sun visors with illuminated vanity mirrors. Auto-dimming rearview mirror. Full-length centre console with front and rear storage compartments. Wood-trimmed rolltop covers on rear compartments. Four cupholders. Illuminated glovebox. Storage behind motorized wood-trimmed door in dash. 12-volt power outlet in rear storage compartment. Folding rear centre armrest with enclosed storage. Magazine pockets on front seatbacks. Pockets in all doors. Parcel net in right front footwell. Illuminated, carpeted cargo area with 12-volt power outlet in side panel. CLS 55 AMG CLS 500 CLS 500 EXTERIOR FEATURES CLS 55 AMG P26/27 CLS 55 AMG1 CLS 500 EQUIPMENT CLIMATE CONTROL         4-zone CFC-free automatic climate control. Rear-cabin operating panel with dual temperature controls. Rear-cabin air vents in console. Electrostatic dust and pollen filter. Sun sensor. Humidity/dewpoint sensor helps reduce window fogging during humid weather, and helps prevent overdrying of cooled air. Tunnel mode offers one-touch closing of all windows, the sunroof and cabin air intake via the air-recirculation button. Pressing and holding button again restores previous window and sunroof positions. SEATING   —    ▫   — —  —        10-way power front seats, each with 3-position memory. Driver’s adjustable lumbar support. Driver’s seat memory includes steering column and outside mirrors, and is linked to SmartKey user-recognition. AMG-design sport front seats. Heated front seats. Multicontour front seats, with pneumatically adjustable side bolsters, thigh support and dual lumbar supports. Premium leather upholstery on all seat surfaces, armrests and door trim inserts. Leather-trimmed steering wheel and shift knob. AMG-design Nappa leather upholstery with Alcantara shoulder areas. AMG-design leather-trimmed sport steering wheel with raised thumbgrips and fingertip manual shift controls. Leather-trimmed AMGdesign shift knob. Stainless-steel pedals with rubber studs. Hand-finished matte Burl Walnut wood trim. Chrome-plated door sill trim (with AMG insignia on CLS 55 AMG). Velour floor carpeting and floor mats (exclusive AMG floor mats on CLS 55 AMG). 1 Delayed availability. See your dealer. 2 Optional as part of the AMG Sport Package. See optional equipment listing at far right. 3 Not available in combination with AMG Sport Package. 4 When equipped with this option. 5 Subscription is required for service to be active and does not include airtime and monitoring fees. Tele Aid operates only where cellular and Global Positioning System coverage are available. Owner must authorize stolen vehicle tracking and file a police report.         Modular COMAND Cockpit Management and Data system integrates: AM/FM stereo/weatherband radio, single-CD player, and a large colour-LCD screen. Controls for optional in-dash 6-disc CD changer and phone. Ten mode-dependent soft keys alongside screen for easy access to commands and menus. 9-speaker audio system with 4-channel amplifier and automatic speedsensitive volume adjustment. Fibre-optic network offers precise, high-speed communication among components and includes factory preparation for optional CD changer and phone. Tele Aid uses Global Positioning System (GPS) satellites to determine the current location of your car, plus a cellular link to provide 24-hour contact with Mercedes-Benz for emergency aid (SOS button), information (i-button) or Roadside Assistance (wrench button). Automatic Collision Notification engages SOS function if an air bag or Emergency Tensioning Device (ETD) deploys. Tele Aid also includes Automatic Alarm Notification (which alerts Mercedes-Benz to contact you if the antitheft alarm is set off), stolen vehicle tracking, and remote keyless unlocking service.5 INSTRUMENTATION      — —      Electronic analogue speedometer, tachometer and quartz clock, all with deep chrome rings. Electronic bar-graph fuel and coolant temperature gauges. Digital display for odometer and Touch Shift gear/mode selection. Black gauges with white markings and glacier blue backlighting. AMG-design ivory-colour gauges with soft white backlighting. Multifunction display in centre of speedometer, scrolled via steeringwheel controls to operate and display various menus and vehicle features: – Resettable trip meter and outside temperature indicator. – Digital speedometer, Flexible Service System Plus (see below), and engine oil-level check. – Low-tire-pressure warning system.4 – Radio station, CD player/CD changer.4 – Navigation system route guidance.4 – Distronic adaptive cruise control settings.4 – Vehicle reminder and malfunction messages. – Driver-programmable settings for instruments, lighting, vehicle and convenience features. – Trip computer (elapsed time, fuel consumption, distance to empty). – Mobile phone book.4 Flexible Service System Plus displays distance to next basic maintenance service, indicates type of service due, and provides automatic reminder. System also monitors brake-pad wear. RESTRAINT SYSTEMS                   Integrated Restraint System: Driver and front passenger are each provided with an adaptive dual-stage front air bag, side-impact air bag, and 3-point seat belt with an Emergency Tensioning Device (ETD) and belt force limiter.6 Rear passengers are each provided with a side-impact air bag and 3-point seat belt with ETD and belt force limiter. Head Protection Curtains: In a side impact exceeding a preset threshold, a multi-chamber air bag deploys along the front and rear side-door windows on the affected side of the car. Integrated rollover sensor automatically deploys the ETDs and, if deemed necessary, the Head Protection Curtains in a detected rollover. Adaptive dual-stage front air bags are deployed in response to frontal impact severity.6 ETDs 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. Tele Aid Automatic Collision Notification engages SOS function if an air bag or ETD deploys.5 Universal LATCH system (Lower Anchors and Tethers for Children) at rear seating positions. Selectable passenger seat-belt retractors help secure child seats.6 Front seat belts include manually height-adjustable shoulder belts and lower points attached to seat frames. Rear shoulder belts are automatically height-adjusting. Front head restraints power-adjust for height, manually adjust fore–aft, and automatically height-adjust as seat is moved fore–aft. Dual rear head restraints, remotely retractable by the driver for improved rearward vision when the rear seats are unoccupied. 6 WARNING: THE FORCES OF A DEPLOYING AIR BAG CAN CAUSE SERIOUS OR FATAL INJURY 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. A CHILD UNDER 13 MUST NOT USE THE FRONT SEAT UNLESS THE CHILD IS BELTED INTO AN APPROPRIATE, PROPERLY INSTALLED BABYSMART-COMPATIBLE CHILD SEAT AND THE “PASSENGER AIR BAG OFF” INDICATOR REMAINS ILLUMINATED. At time of press, the toddler seat (for children 9–18kg) is not approved for use in Canada. SEE OPERATOR’S MANUAL FOR ADDITIONAL WARNINGS AND INFORMATION ON AIR BAGS, SEAT BELTS AND CHILD SEATS. 7 Surround sound provided for FM radio and playback of audio CDs. 8 DVD-ROM maps do not cover all areas nor all routes within an area. One Canada/U.S. DVD-ROM is included with vehicle. 9 Standard on CLS 55 AMG. 10 AMG 18" wheels and accompanying high-speed-rated tires provide substantially increased treadwear and reduced ride comfort compared to H-rated tires. 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. CLS 55 AMG CLS 500 CLS 55 AMG CLS 500 CLS 55 AMG CLS 500 AUDIO / TELEMATICS  STANDARD ▫ OPTIONAL — NOT AVAILABLE OPTIONAL EQUIPMENT ▫  ▫ — ▫ ▫ ▫ ▫ ▫ ▫ ▫ ▫ ▫ ▫ ▫  ▫ ▫ ▫ ▫ ▫  ▫ ▫ ▫ — ▫ — ▫ — ▫ ▫ ▫ ▫ ▫ ▫ ▫ ▫ ▫ ▫ ▫ ▫ ▫ — Bi-Xenon low-beam and high-beam headlamps with active curve illumination system. Heated washers. CLS 500 adds: Corner-illuminating front foglamps.3 Onboard tire-pressure monitoring system and Mercedes-Benz extended-mobility (run-flat) tires.1 Distronic adaptive cruise control. Keyless Go vehicle entry and starting system. Electronic trunk closer. Power rear-window sunshade, with one-touch express-up/down. Active Ventilated front seats, with heating feature. Multicontour front seats. (Not available with Drive-Dynamic front seats.) Drive-Dynamic front seats. (Not available with multicontour front seats.) Ski sack. Nappa leather upholstery (AMG-design Nappa on CLS 55 AMG). High-polish Laurel wood interior trim. Heated steering wheel.3 Wood and leather trimmed steering wheel.3 Wood shift knob. Ashtray (no charge). harman/kardon® LOGIC7® digital surround sound system, with 12 speakers (including dual surround speakers) plus a subwoofer, 7.1-channel amplifier, multichannel digital surround-sound technology,7 and Digital Dynamic Volume Control. Integrated single-feed in-dash 6-disc CD changer. COMAND-DVD in-dash GPS navigation system, with map database for Canada, the contiguous U.S. and Hawaii, all on a single DVD.8 DVD-ROM drive concealed in trunk. Hands-Free Communication System with voice control for commonly used telephone and audio system features. (Requires accessory telephone handset and cradle, sold separately. See dealer for selection.) Parktronic audio-visual parking assistance system. Metallic paint (no charge). AMG Sport Package: AMG-design lower bodywork.9 Four staggered-width 18" AMG double-spoke wheels with high-performance tires.10 Steering wheel-mounted fingertip shift buttons. WEBSITE / SERVICE AND SUPPORT P28 A C OM M I T M E N T T H AT L A S T S A LIFETIME. Looking for more Mercedes-Benz information? Visit mercedes-benz.ca to open an online window to Mercedes-Benz Canada. Get information about any model, including financing and leasing options, upcoming vehicles, or purchase Mercedes-Benz The Collection gifts and personal accessories. Our website also offers details about the Mercedes-Benz Extended Limited Warranty, Customer Care, and the history of Mercedes-Benz. There’s a world of information, but only one address to remember: mercedes-benz.ca. Build your own Customize your vehicle with options, choose colours, and then save it as part of your personal profile. You can even send the configuration to your local dealer. 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For full details of the Roadside Assistance Program, please see your dealer. 2 Please see your dealer for warranty details as well as for terms, conditions and pricing for extended warranty options. 3 Maintenance items are identified in the Service Booklet for each model. Driver is responsible for monitoring fluid levels and tire pressures between service visits. Limitations apply. 4 Certain restrictions may apply. Terms, conditions and dealer participation may vary. CLS 500 shown in Bordeaux Red metallic with optional Keyless Go. 24-hour Roadside Assistance During the basic warranty coverage of 48 months and the time duration of the optional Extended Limited Warranty, Mercedes-Benz Roadside Assistance will be at your service. We’ll bring you some gas, replace a flat tire with your spare, or jump-start your car. In the event of a mechanical breakdown, if attempts by our Roadside Assistance technician have not made your vehicle safely operable, towing service will be provided to the nearest Mercedes-Benz dealership. Assistance is available 24 hours a day, every day, to anyone driving a Mercedes-Benz anywhere in Canada or the continental U.S.1 Wear and tear coverage For 24 months or 40,000 km (whichever comes first) many items normally considered “wear and tear,” such as light bulbs, wiper blade refills, and brake pads and discs, are covered. If necessary, an authorized Mercedes-Benz dealer will replace these parts at no charge to you. Customer service Owning a Mercedes-Benz means that when you have a question, we’re here to help. Customer Service is open from 9 a.m. to 5 p.m. EST, Monday through Friday, and is staffed with knowledgeable Mercedes-Benz people who can talk you through the finer points of working your car’s audio system — or even assist you in locating the nearest Mercedes-Benz dealership. Just call 1-800-387-0100. It’s that simple. Mercedes-Benz warranties The Mercedes-Benz New Car Limited Warranty covers defects in materials or workmanship for 48 months or 80,000 km, whichever occurs first. To widen your window of confidence, you can opt for a Mercedes-Benz Extended Limited Warranty as well.2 Genuine Mercedes-Benz parts Your dealer has access to a vast inventory of parts for both new and vintage Mercedes-Benz vehicles. And we’ve made a nationwide effort to encourage our dealers to keep parts and labour prices competitive with those of independent garages. Time for basic maintenance? Ask your CLS-Class. No two drivers are the same. That’s why the Flexible Service System Plus in your CLS-Class monitors certain indicators of oil condition, engine loads, rpm, operating temperatures and your driving habits to determine when basic maintenance is really necessary.3 It even monitors brake-pad wear. Then a display on the dash reminds you to contact your Mercedes-Benz dealer for an appointment. So you can spend less time servicing your CLS-Class and more time enjoying your life. Trip interruption reimbursement If a breakdown covered by your New Car Limited Warranty occurs more than 80 km from your home, leaves your Mercedes-Benz vehicle inoperable or unsafe to drive, and requires overnight repairs, we’ve got you covered. You will be reimbursed up to $500 for hotel accommodations and up to $600 for alternate travel expenses per incident while your car is being repaired at an authorized Mercedes-Benz dealership. Alternate transportation Your life doesn’t have to get put on hold just because it’s time for service or maintenance on your car. That’s why your Mercedes-Benz dealer always endeavours to provide you with alternate transportation when you drop off your vehicle for service.4 © 2005 Mercedes-Benz Canada Inc. Marketing Communications All illustrations and specifications contained in this brochure are based on the latest product information available at the time of publication. Mercedes-Benz reserves the right to make changes at any time, without notice, in colours, materials, equipment, specifications and models. Any variations in colours shown are due to reproduction variations of the printing process. Illustrations may include test situations. Some vehicles may be shown with non-Canadian equipment. Some vehicles are shown with optional equipment. 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