The Mercedes-Benz CLS is a series of automobile models assembled by Daimler AG in Sindelfingen, Germany. The Mercedes-Benz CLS-Class is an executive-size sedan based on the (W211) E-Class model. The current iteration of the CLS is internally designated as the Mercedes-Benz C219.
Marketed as a ‘four door coupe,’ the CLS recalls the fastback saloon designs of [...]
Following the debut of the 1970s generation W116 (which also included the flagship Mercedes-Benz 450SEL 6.9), Mercedes-Benz began plans for the next-generation S-Class model. Codenamed “project W126,” the project had specific goals: an improved ride, better handling, and improved fuel efficiency. These improvements were aimed at helping retain the S-Class’ market leadership as the world’s [...]
The 2009 A-Class features redesigned front and rear bumpers, new tail lamps and headlights, new grille, new exterior mirrors, a restyled interior design and new upholsteries and colors. The 2009 A-Class was released alongside the refreshed 2009 M-Class and B-Class.
A four-day, seven-country tour which officially introduced the car culminated in an event in Milan, in [...]
How was Mercedes’ compact sedan developed? This second part shows the car’s testing…its safety and its durability.
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How was Mercedes’ compact sedan developed? This last episode shows the aerodynamical excellence of the new C-Class, including the patented world-first rear light units. The car is further tested until the team is satisfied with the product and production commences.
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The Mercedes-Benz C215 is a luxury four seater coupé produced by the German automaker Mercedes-Benz between 1999 and 2006. It was sold under the CL-Class model name. The W215 replaced the previous Mercedes-Benz C140 CL-Class/S-Class coupés after 1998. It was produced from 2000 to 2003 then facelifted from 2003-2006.
CL500: 5.0 litre V8 producing 306 bhp [...]
The R170-platform SLK 230 Kompressor was introduced in 1997 for model year 1998 to compete with the Porsche Boxster and BMW Z3. Setting it apart was its folding hardtop, though its additional weight detracting from the performance of the 185 hp 2.3 L supercharged I4 engine and automatic transmission. The SLK was on Car and [...]
The second generation C-Class was introduced in 2000, with a sportier look than the previous generations, with a steeper front-end and shorter rear-end. The styling cues were similar to that of the W220 S-Class. The sedan debuted with a range of straight-four and V6 gasoline engines and straight-four and straight-five Diesels. Most of the engines [...]
The first generation W202 C-Class was introduced in 1993, as a replacement for the Mercedes-Benz W201 (190), and proved immensely popular, quickly becoming Mercedes-Benz’s best-selling class of vehicles worldwide. Much of its popularity was accredited to the lower pricing point, when compared to other Mercedes-Benz models. The C-Class sedan was the company’s entry-level model up [...]
The Mercedes-Benz W211 series entered production in 2002. They are sold under the E-Class model names. The W211 models replaced the W210 E-Class models.
The W211 E-Class continues the line’s push upmarket. The W211-based W219 CLS-Class was new for 2005. In 2001 Mercedes made a facelift for the W210 which began the launch of the W211. [...]
