Safety

The CLS has not been crash-tested by either the federal government or the Insurance Institute for Highway Safety.

It comes equipped with seat-mounted side airbags for front passengers and side-curtain airbags for front and rear passengers.

High-tech features like blind spot and lane departure warning systems are available in an $850 option package. The two are also available in another package, for $2,950, that also includes active cruise control that enables the car to sense a forward collision and apply full braking.

The market for luxury cars is a funny thing. A stylish car with performance chops can be just as popular as a more practical selection at a lower price. The fact that the CLS sacrifices less against both its E-Class sibling and the competition should make it even more appealing to this group of buyers.

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    Activating/deactivating
    - To activate: press the button. The indicator lamp in the button lights up. - To deactivate: press the button. The indicator lamp in the button goes out. The cooling with air dehumid ...

    Problems with the side windows
    Problem: a side window cannot be closed because it is blocked by objects, e.g. leaves in the window guide. Remove the objects. Close the side window. Problem: a side window cannot be closed ...

    Rocking the vehicle free
    Rocking the vehicle free by shifting back and forth between transmission positions D and R can help to free a vehicle that has become stuck in mud or snow. The engine management system of the ...