Under the Hood
The CLS500 gets a 302-hp, 5.0-liter V-8 that works with a seven-speed-automatic transmission. The CLS55 AMG has a 469-hp, supercharged 5.5-liter V-8 that's connected to a five-speed-automatic transmission. Both transmissions have manual-shift provisions.
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Exterior
On all C-Class models, wedge-shaped styling features a steep rake to the
windshield and back window. A familiar Mercedes grille with a three-pointed star
insignia atop the sculpted hood sits up fr ...
Pause function
In audio CD/DVD and MP3 mode
To pause playback: briefly press the
button on the multifunction
steering
wheel.
To continue playback: briefly press the
button on the multifunction
steeri ...
Driver's knee bag
Driver's knee bag 1 provides additional
protection for the driver against:
• knee injuries
• thigh injuries
• lower leg injuries
Driver's knee bag 1 deploys below the
steering wheel. During a ...