Out with the old, and in with the new version of Merc's four-door coupe
Mercedes' current, six-year-old CLS has been retired and the all new model is here at Paris.
The completely redesigned car sits on a modified version of the current E-Class's floorpan, albeit with a lower and wider track.
Design wise it retains the E-Class's rear wheelarch bulges, but loses the car-length crease of the original.
The CLS' extra length is said to have been used to make the rear more accessible, though only four seats will be offered.
Optional all-LED headlights will be available, each made up of 71 LEDs which will probably cost a fortune.
The new car will be powered by the usual range of petrol and diesels - albeit with some eco tweaks. Like just about every other manufacturer, Mercedes has found a way to extract more power and increased efficiency from smaller engines.
Prices will follow shortly, probably with a bit of wincing all around.
I rather like this even if it's a touch fussy and incongruous. Looks awful in red but I imagine it would look impressive in black; ready for Mafia duties.
Still, for me, the CL is the pick of the bunch. It's better looking but still pleasingly teutonic and omnipotent - I would love one in my garage alongside a GT3 or CSL say.
Edited by torres del paine on Thursday 30th September 15:24
Does look very smart but not a significant leap from the old model, its good but not perfect. I still prefer the E-Class coupé its the best looking car Mercedes have made in the last decade IMO!
No I was referring to the new CLS, which is rather lumpy compared to the original. In the pictures above it looks like Mercedes stand has turned off most of their lights!
king up good designs just to have new models.
