Istorie
The first generation of the CLS (internal name Mercedes-Benz W219) was based on a 152 mm longer version of the W211 E-Class platform.
Features exclusive to AMG models include: perforated sport seats, 457 mm light-alloy wheels with wider tires, 19-inch five-spoke light-alloy wheels (standard in North America, optional for all other markets), large air inlets and quad chromed oval exhaust pipes.
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The first CLS generation, dubbed the Mercedes-Benz W219, was based on a 152 mm longer version of the W211 E-Class platform. IVM Automotive, a subsidiary of German roof system specialist Edscha, developed the entire vehicle from the Vision concept to the production version. More than 150 IVM engineers were involved, making the CLS the largest vehicle development project in the company's history. Design patents were first filed on July 24, 2002.
The production version CLS 500 made its debut at the 2004 New York International Auto Show.
European models went on sale in 2004. United States went on sale in 2005, initially including CLS 500 and CLS 55 AMG. In 2006, Mercedes phased out both the 5.0L in the CLS 500 and 5.5L Supercharged V8 in the CLS 55 AMG in favor of two new 5.5L and 6.2L V8s. This resulted in the 2007 model year name change to the CLS 63 AMG (6.2L V8) and CLS 550 (5.5L V8) in the United States. The CLS 500 badge continues to be used in various markets with the 5.5L V8 engine.
The CLS 55 AMG and CLS 63 AMG are modified versions of the CLS produced by Mercedes-AMG. Features exclusive to AMG models include: perforated sport seats, 457 mm light-alloy wheels with wider tires, 19-inch five-spoke light-alloy wheels (standard in North America, optional for all other markets), large air inlets and quad chromed oval exhaust pipes.
CLS 55 AMG was unveiled in 2004 Paris Motor Show.
The beautiful American actress and model, Megan Fox, also owns a CLS 55 AMG.
This car has covered 1.156 km.
