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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Vehicle data
For the specified vehicle data, please note that:
The heights specified may vary due to:
- tires
- load
- condition of the suspension
- optional equipment
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Folding the rear bench seat back
– Fold seat backrest 2 back until it engages.
– Swing seat cushion 1 back.
– Pull up and adjust the head restraints if
necessary. ...
GAWR (Gross Axle Weight Rating)
The GAWR is the maximum permissible axle
weight. The actual load on an axle must never
exceed the gross axle weight rating. The
gross axle weight rating can be found on the
vehicle identificat ...