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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DISTRONIC PLUS displays in the speedometer
When DISTRONIC PLUS is activated, one or
two segments 2 in the set speed range light
up.
For design reasons, the speed
displayed
in the speedometer may differ slightly from
the speed set ...
Maximum loaded vehicle weight
The maximum weight is the sum of the curb
weight of the vehicle, the weight of the
accessories, the total load limit and the
weight of the optional equipment installed at
the factory. ...
Automatic interior lighting control
To switch on/off: press
the button.
When the automatic interior lighting
control is activated, the button is flush with
the overhead control panel.
The interior lighting automatically switch ...