The CLS500 is powered by Mercedes' familiar 306-horsepower 5-liter V8, but torque is sent to the rear wheels through a new seven-speed automatic transmission. Airmatic DC air suspension is standard, of course, along with Sensotronic brakes, ABS, Brake Assist and ESP. The CLS has probably the most inviting interior yet from Mercedes-Benz. All four seats are covered in leather; gauges are covered by a special mineral glass; fit and finish is impeccable; and burl walnut trim dominates the interior.For 2006, the Mercedes-Benz CLS-Class gains the CLS55 AMG model.

2006 Mercedes-Benz CLS500
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Overview
Specs & Features
Engine - Cylinders/Horsepower/Torque | 5.0L V-8 / 302 HP / 339 ft.lbs. |
Drive Type | Rear-wheel |
Fuel Economy - City/Hwy/Combined | 16 / 22 / 19 Mpg |
Brakes | 4-wheel Disc |
Front Suspension | Double Wishbone |
Rear Suspension | Independent Multi-link |
Spare Tire And Wheel | Compact Steel |
Fuel Tank | 21.1 Gal. |
Recommended Fuel Type | Premium Unleaded |
Average Cost To Fill Tank | $81 |
Maximum Cargo Volume | 15.8 Cu.ft. |
Passenger Volume | 104 Cu.ft. |
Exterior Length | 193.3 " |
Exterior Width | 73.7 " |
Exterior Height | 55.2 " |
Front Headroom | 36.9 " |
Rear Headroom | 36.1 " |
Front Legroom | |
Rear Legroom | |
Front Shoulder Room | 56.2 " |
Rear Shoulder Room | 56.0 " |
Front Hip Room | |
Rear Hip Room | |
Curb Weight | 3,812 Lbs. |
Wheel Base | 112 " |
Turning Radius | 18.3 ' |
Door Count | 4 Doors |
Wheels | 18.0 " Silver Aluminum / 18.0 " Silver Amg Aluminum / 18.0 " |
Paint | Clearcoat Monotone |
Exterior Mirrors | Dual Heated, Power Remote Driver, Power Remote W/tilt Down Passenger |
Bumpers | Body-colored |
Grille Moldings | Chrome |
Rear Spoiler | |
Exhaust | Dual Stainless Steel With Chrome Tailpipe Finish |
Passenger Capacity | 4 |
Seat Trim | Leather |
Front Seat Type | Bucket |
Heated Front Seats | Driver And Front Passenger Heated-cushion, Heated-seatback |
Front Driver Seat Direction Controls | (8-way Power) / (12-way Power) |
Front Passenger Seat Direction Controls | (8-way Power) / (12-way Power) |
Front Armrests | (8-way Power) / (12-way Power) |
Rear Armrests | Center |
Rear Seats | Bucket |
Radio | Am/fm, Seek-scan / Sirius Am/fm/satellite, Seek-scan |
Speakers | 9 / 21 Harman/kardon |
Radio Steering Wheel Controls | |
Apple Car Play | |
Android Auto | |
Bluetooth w/ Hands-Free Connectivity |
Steering Wheel Type | Power Telescopic Tilt |
Climate Control | Automatic Air Conditioning |
Cruise Control | |
Sun Roof | Express Open/close |
Rearview Mirror | Auto-dimming Day-night |
One Touch Open Window | Front And Rear |
Tinted Windows | Light |
Vanity Mirrors | Dual Illuminated |
Remote Keyless Entry | Keyfob (all Doors) |
Power Outlets | 3 |
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Front Impact Airbags | Driver And Passenger W/passenger Front-impact Cancellable |
Driver Side Impact Airbags | Seat Mounted |
Knee Airbag | |
Passenger Side Impact Airbag | Seat Mounted |
Rear Side Airbag | Rear Side-impact Airbag |
Seatbelt Pretensioners | Front And Rear |
Anti-Lock Brakes | 4-wheel Anti-lock Brakes (abs) |
Forward Collision Warning | |
Blind Spot Sensor | |
Lane Departure Warning | |
Autonomous Cruise Control | |
Pedestrian Detection | |
Driver Attention Alert | |
Daytime Running Lights | |
Auto High Beams | |
Adaptive Headlights | Directionally Adaptive |
Parking Sensors | Parktronic Front And Rear |
Security Systems | Security System |
Panic Alarm | |
Ignition Disable | Immobilizer |
Bumper To Bumper Months Miles | 48 Months / 50,000 Miles |
Major Components Months | 48 Months / 50,000 Miles |
Included Maintenance Months | |
Roadside Assistance Months | Unlimited Months / Unlimited Miles |
Corrosion Perforation | 48 Months / 50,000 Miles |
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