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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    Activation conditions
    You can activate the HOLD function if: • the vehicle is stationary. • the engine is running. • the driver's door is closed or your seat belt is fastened. • the parking brake is not applied. • the ...

    Cup holder in the rear seat armrest
    Do not sit on or support your body weight on the rear seat armrest when it is folded down, as you could otherwise damage it. – Fold down the rear seat armrest. Cup holder 1 is in the re ...

    Total load limit
    Rated cargo and luggage load plus 68 kilograms (150 lbs) times the vehicle's designated seating capacity. ...