Sportier look and greater individualization for the CLS

The CLS comes to the starting line with a sharpened design. With a new radiator grille and bumper, the front end in particular, emphasizes the dynamism of the four-door coupe. The interior has also been upgraded with additional leather and trim combinations and a new generation steering wheel. The modernized CLS celebrates its world premiere in April, and will arrive in Canadian dealerships in Fall 2021.

The reason most frequently cited by customers for buying the CLS is its design: Sportiness is the true luxury in this customer segment. In Canada, the CLS 450 4MATIC is equipped with AMG Exterior Styling as standard. This includes an AMG-specific front apron with A-wing in black, a front splitter in silver chrome, sporty, distinctive air intakes with vertical bars and aerodynamically shaped flics in high-gloss black, with AMG sill trim lining the sides of the vehicle. Two new colours can be selected for the 20-inch, high-gloss AMG multi-spoke light-alloy wheel in bi-colour look: tremolite grey or high-gloss black.

With the refresh, the CLS 450 4MATIC receives a new radiator grille. Special features of this grille are the Mercedes-Benz pattern (a three-dimensional star pattern with chrome-gloss surfaces), a louvre in high-gloss black with chrome inlay and the integrated Mercedes star. A new paint colour – spectral blue metallic – is now available for the CLS.

In addition to a more distinctive exterior, the CLS interior has also been enhanced. Two new trims, including for the centre console, are available in Brown Open-Pore Walnut Wood and Grey High-Gloss Wood finishes. The range of Leather and Nappa Leather seat upholstery has also been expanded with two new colour combinations: Neva Grey/Magma Grey and Nut Brown/Black.

As part of the update, the CLS now comes with a redesigned multifunction steering wheel in nappa leather. The spokes are finished in high-gloss black with silver chrome edging, the paddle shifters in silver chrome. With the Intelligent Drive Package (optional extra), the driver is supported by Active Distance Assist DISTRONIC and Active Steering Assist. Here, the steering wheel uses the capacitive principle to detect the driver's hands. There is a two-zone sensor pad in the steering wheel rim. The sensors on the front and reverse sides of the rim register whether the driver's hands are on the wheel. Steering movement is not required to inform the assistance systems that the driver is in control. This enhances user-friendliness when driving in semi-automated mode.

Greater individualization

With an increased selection of special options: the 250 experts at Mercedes-Benz in Sindelfingen can transform the CLS into a very personal one-of-a-kind vehicle if desired. For example, there are special lacquers such as Jupiter Red, Cashmere White MAGNO and Emerald Green Metallic, which are available for all equipment versions. The two-tone interior with exclusive nappa leather is available in five new combinations:  Classic Red/Black, Saddle Brown/Black, Tartufo Brown/Black, Deep White/Black and Yacht Blue/Black.

Sharpened in many details: Mercedes-AMG CLS 53 4MATIC+

Mercedes-AMG has updated the sporty top model of the model series with numerous visual highlights and attractive equipment packages. The standard innovations on the CLS 53 4MATIC+ include the redesigned front end with the sporty AMG bumper in A-wing form with black flics and visible air curtains, as well as the AMG signature grille with vertical bars. The surrounds of the windscreen frames are made of polished aluminium or, in combination with the AMG Night Package, in high-gloss black. The exterior mirrors are painted in the colour of the vehicle. Models equipped with the AMG Night Package or AMG Exterior Carbon Package will have mirrors finished in high-gloss black or have a housing made of carbon fibre. Mercedes-AMG drivers will steer the CLS with the latest-generation steering wheel in a nappa leather finish and with the familiar AMG steering wheel buttons with display.

The new AMG Track Package enhances dynamics in several respects. The red-painted brake callipers with black AMG lettering add a visual highlight to the exterior. Racetrack-fit performance with a sporty emphasis can be experienced in the additional "RACE" driving mode with the Drift mode.

The CLS 53 4MATIC+ combines a powerful 429 hp output with sporty style and high efficiency. The integrated starter-generator briefly delivers an additional 21 hp of power and 184 lb-ft of torque and supplies the 48-volt on-board network. It unites the starter and alternator in one electric motor and is integrated between the engine and transmission. This, as well as the intelligent turbocharging with electric auxiliary compressor (eZV) and exhaust gas turbocharger, pursue the same goal: to offer the performance and driving dynamics characteristic of AMG, while at the same time reducing fuel consumption and emissions. The extremely fast-shifting AMG SPEEDSHIFT TCT 9G transmission, the fully variable AMG Performance 4MATIC+ all-wheel drive and the AMG RIDE CONTROL+ air suspension all contribute to a dynamic driving experience.

CLS models at a glance:

An extensive technology update in summer 2020:

The refresh of the CLS in summer 2020 focused on updating the driving assistance systems to provide cooperative support for the driver. This results in an especially high level of active safety. The comprehensive refresh in 2020 included updates to the driving assistance systems and to the MBUX (Mercedes-Benz User Experience) multimedia system.

Active Brake Assist

The CLS features Active Brake Assist as standard. Through autonomous braking, this feature can prevent a collision or reduce its severity in many situations. The system is also able to brake for stationary vehicles and crossing pedestrians at typical city speeds, possibly preventing collisions, depending on the situation. As part of the Intelligent Drive Package, this is also possible when making a turn across the oncoming lane.

Active Speed Limit Assist

A range of further functions can be added as options as part of the Intelligent Drive Package. This includes Active Speed Limit Assist, which reacts to speed limit changes using map data as well as input from Traffic Sign Assist, as well as route-based speed adjustments before detected curves, roundabouts, toll booths, T-junctions as well as before turning/exiting motorways/highways. If the driver switches on Active Distance Assist DISTRONIC with distance-based speed adaptation, the CLS can even respond to data from Live Traffic Information.

Active Stop-and-Go Assist

With the Intelligent Drive Package, where lane markings are detected and at speeds up to approximately 60 km/hour, Active Stop-and-Go Assist can take over the task of keeping in lane and maintaining the distance. This feature is useful during stop and go traffic. The vehicle can restart automatically up to one minute after coming to a stop. Active Steering Assist can support the driver on multi-lane roads. On motorways, at speeds under 60 km/h, the vehicle refers to detected lane markings and applies swarm intelligence to take its bearings from vehicles in the surrounding area.

Automatic parking and exiting a parking space

Active Parking Assist with PARKTRONIC and 360° camera makes it possible to enter and leave parking spaces automatically. The system facilitates the search and selection of a parking space as well as entering and leaving (if the vehicle was parked automatically) parallel and end-on parking spaces or garages. The CLS is now also able to recognize and use parking spaces that are, for example, only marked as areas of larger spaces. The 360° camera transmits an even more realistic image to the media display, which includes an expanded side view. When leaving a parking space, the system is able to warn of traffic crossing behind the vehicle and can apply the brakes in case of doubt.

MBUX (Mercedes-Benz User Experience)

The MBUX (Mercedes-Benz User Experience) infotainment system was also significantly upgraded in the CLS in 2020. As standard, the CLS has two large 12.3-inch (31.2 cm) screens arranged side by side for a widescreen look. The information for the driver and central display are easy to read on the large, high-resolution screens. The optional MBUX Interior Assist allows intuitive operation of different comfort and MBUX functions by movement recognition.

Unique to MBUX is its ability to learn thanks to artificial intelligence. With its predictive functions, MBUX anticipates what the user would like next, for example. For instance, anyone who often telephones a specific person on Tuesdays during the journey home will receive their telephone number as a suggestion in the display on this day of the week. Other highlights include touchscreen control of the media display as standard and the use of augmented reality technology for the navigation display when the navigation function is active.

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Mercedes-Benz Canada is responsible for the sales, marketing, and service of Mercedes-Benz and Mercedes-AMG passenger vehicles and Mercedes-Benz Vans. Headquartered in Toronto, Ontario, Mercedes-Benz Canada Inc. employs approximately 1,050 people in 17 locations across Canada. Through a nationwide network of seven Mercedes-Benz own retail operations and 52 authorized dealerships, Mercedes-Benz Canada sold 35,396 vehicles in 2020. This positioned Mercedes-Benz as the top luxury manufacturer in Canada for the seventh consecutive year.

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