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2006 Mercedes-Benz CLS500 Quick Spin
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TO THE POINT What’s New? Everything. The CLS is the newest, and most exciting, Mercedes-Benz sedan.
Selling Points: Technology galore, great powertrain, exciting style
Deal Breakers: Touchy brakes, price tag, poor visibility
Our Advice: Test drive it today

MEET THE COMPETITION Lexus GS 430
Jaguar XJ8

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Click to enlarge. 2006 Mercedes-Benz CLS500 Specifications Primary competition for the 2005 Mercedes-Benz CLS500 comes from the Jaguar XJ8 and the Lexus GS 430

Test Vehicle: 2006 Mercedes-Benz CLS500
Price of Test Vehicle: $76,000
Engine Size and Type: 5.0-liter V8
Engine Horsepower: 302 at 5,600 rpm
Engine Torque: 339 lb.-ft. at 2,700 rpm
Transmission: Seven-speed automatic
Curb Weight: 4,050 lbs.
EPA Fuel Economy (city/highway): 16/22 mpg
Observed Fuel Economy: 18.5
Length: 193.0 inches
Width: 73.7 inches
Wheelbase: 112.4 inches
Height: 54.7 inches
Legroom (front/rear): 42.1/35.0 inches
Headroom (front/rear): 36.9 inches
Max. Seating Capacity: 4
Max. Cargo Volume: 15.8 cu. ft.
Competitors: Audi A6 4.2, BMW 545i, Cadillac STS V8, Chrysler 300C SRT-8, Infiniti Q45, Jaguar S-Type R, Jaguar XJ8, Lexus GS 430, Lexus LS 430, Maserati Quattroporte, Mercedes-Benz E500, Mercedes-Benz E55 AMG, Mercedes-Benz S430


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