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Description
The 2008 Mercedes-Benz CLS-Class CLS 550 is a luxury vehicle famously credited with pioneering the modern 'four-door coupe' body style. It blends the sleek, sloping roofline of a sports coupe with the practical door layout of a traditional sedan. Built on the mechanical backbone of the contemporary E-Class, the first-generation CLS (internally designated as the W219) trades a bit of rear cabin space for striking, head-turning aesthetics.
Powertrain and Performance
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Engine: 5.5-liter naturally aspirated V8 (M273 engine).
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Output:382 horsepower and 391 lb-ft of torque.
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Transmission: 7-speed automatic transmission sending power to the rear wheels (RWD).
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Acceleration: Proves highly athletic for its size, covering 0?60 mph in 5.4 seconds.
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Fuel Economy: Rated at 14 mpg city / 21 mpg highway.
Ride and Handling
The CLS 550 prioritized a smooth, pillowy luxury ride over hyper-aggressive track handling. It comes standard with the Mercedes-Benz Airmatic DC air suspension system, which electronically adjusts the damping to soften road imperfections or stiffen up slightly in sport modes. The steering is speed-proportional and weighted lighter at lower parking speeds, tracking firmly as velocity climbs.
Interior Luxury & Design Limitations
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Cabin Layout: The interior emphasizes premium wood veneers, leather upholstery, and a strictly 4-passenger configuration split by a continuous center console.
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Technology: Equipped with a 13-speaker Harman Kardon premium surround-sound system, satellite radio, a multi-CD changer, navigation, and Bluetooth connectivity.
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The Space Compromise: Because of the aggressive roof arch, rear-seat headroom and entry clearance are tight. Taller adults will find the back seats slightly claustrophobic compared to a standard luxury sedan. Trunk space is respectable at 15.9 cubic feet.
Safety Systems
Mercedes-Benz integrated advanced safety tech for the era, including the Pre-Safe collision preparation system. If the car's sensors detect an unavoidable skid or sudden hard braking, it automatically cinches the seatbelts, adjusts the front passenger seats to optimal positions, and closes the glass sunroof. Standard equipment also includes stability control, active front head restraints, and a multi-stage airbag setup protecting the knees, abdomen, and sides
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