Wrap-Up and Specs

Wrap-Up and Specs Ultimately, like all things fashionable, the CLS sacrifices a measure of practicality in exchange for its stylish good looks.

Ultimately, like all things fashionable, the CLS sacrifices a measure of practicality in exchange for its stylish good looks. But for those buyers who want to be noticed behind the wheel – and yet still have room for the occasional business clients or kids – the Mercedes-Benz CLS500’s distinctive packaging may be good enough to make its few shortcomings easier to live with.

Specifications:
Test Vehicle: 2006 Mercedes-Benz CLS500
Price of Test Vehicle: $72,300 (including $720 destination charge)
Engine Size and Type: 5.0-liter V8
Engine Horsepower: 302 at 5,600 rpm
Engine Torque: 339 between 2,700 and 4,250 rpm
Transmission: Seven-speed Sportronic automatic
Curb weight, lbs.: 3,812 lbs.
EPA Fuel Economy (city/highway): 16/22 mpg
Observed Fuel Economy: 15.5 mpg
Length: 193.3 inches
Width: 73.7 inches
Wheelbase: 112.4 inches
Height: 55.2 inches
Leg room (front/rear): 42.1/28.1 inches
Head room (front/rear): 36.9/36.1 inches
Max. Seating Capacity: 4
Max. Cargo Volume: 15.8 cubic feet
Competitors: Audi A6 4.2, BMW 545i, BMW 645Ci, Cadillac STS V8, Cadillac STS-V, Chrysler 300C SRT-8, Dodge Charger SRT-8, Ford Mustang Shelby Cobra GT500, Infiniti M45, Jaguar S-Type 4.2, Jaguar S-Type R, Lexus GS 430, Lexus SC 430, Porsche 911 Carrera, Saleen S281-E

Photos courtesy of Mercedes-Benz