Safety

Antilock brakes have Brake Assist for automatic full-power braking in panic stops. Electronic brake-force distribution enhances stability when braking in curves.

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    Front-end structure: crumple zone on four levels
    Compared to the previous model series, the Mercedes engineers have further enlarged the deformation zones substantially in the front and rear sections of the new CLS, as well as improving the ener ...

    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. Close the cup holder before folding the rear seat armrest up. Othe ...

    Vehicles with manual transmission
    Shift to either first gear or reverse gear R. Turn the SmartKey to position 0 in the ignition lock and remove it. The immobilizer is activated. Apply the parking brake firmly. ...