Overview & Reviews

The CLS is an all-new sedan in Mercedes' lineup for 2006.

• Sharp and sexy exterior design, handles like a much smaller car, smooth V8.

• Sleek lines make getting in back a little awkward, complicated control interface.

User Reviews:

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  Beauty and the Beast - 2006 Mercedes-Benz CLS-Class
  By 20/20 - October 14 - 2:06 pm

  Love the looks of the vehicle and the attention it gets but not so keen on the ride. Dont know if I would have made the purchase had I known the transmission and ride would be so "less than desirable".

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  Best New Mecedes in Years - 2006 Mercedes-Benz CLS-Class
  By Zuben - October 9 - 4:50 pm

  I have never owned a vehicle that turns more heads than the CLS500. With its "E" class trunk and relatively long legs for a V8, it is a perfect blend as a true road trip car. Comfort, ease of operation (Unlike my previous BMW I Drive that took a computer programer just to go to the gas station) I opted for the NAV, Satellite radio and Tele-aid, all of which opertate perfectly and are very logically user friendly.

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  Lexus Vs. CLS 500 - 2006 Mercedes-Benz CLS-Class
  By MK - September 10 - 6:00 am

  Pros: Head turner, good handling Cons: Quality of Lexus (LS430) far exceeds than this one. Poor controls interface, Very bad service by Mercedes. A bit uncomfortable for longer drives.

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  Best Ever - 2006 Mercedes-Benz CLS-Class
  By caldwell-taylor trus - July 12 - 2:10 pm

  First foreign car owned. Vehicle exceded all my expectations. Previous ownership 15 Lincolns. Transmission very smooth. Acceleration what anyone would hope for. Design was strongest reason for buying.

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  Love it!! - 2006 Mercedes-Benz CLS-Class
  By eric egolf - July 3 - 1:56 pm

  I love it!! A little tight in the back seat, yet Im never there. Performance is excellent as well as handling. If you buy one, get used to cars stopping to take a photo with their cell phone cameras. I would highly recommend this car.

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  CLS in Capri Blue - 2006 Mercedes-Benz CLS-Class
  By John M - June 18 - 11:16 pm

  The car handles like a dream, and has plenty of pep with optional braking and ride styles. Abundant leg room for those of us with sore knees that need to be straight for a while. The rear seat is a little tight, but not so uncomfortable for a medium distance ride.

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  CLS- best car I have ever owned. - 2006 Mercedes-Benz CLS-Class
  By smile28 - June 5 - 3:30 am

  But also the priciest. I got the AMG package with the SL65 wheels and design package. Piano black interior dash with white seats. I paid a pretty penny for this car, but love it. For the money, I could have gotten a S550 with AMG package/ panoramic roof, but this car is more exclusive and so much prettier. perhaps I should have opted for the IWC version.

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  Skin deep beauty - 2006 Mercedes-Benz CLS-Class
  By jp_BucksCo_pa - May 13 - 1:56 am

  Facts: Shop service average is every six weeks since purchase. Repeat problems = air bag, trunk open/close harness, radio, suspension, wheels & tires, pressure sensor, brake pad sensor, windows. While many under warranty, the fun this car is to drive has been ruined by poor construction, unreliability, giving up almost a day a month to repairs. Dealer offers no solution despite complaints, though loaner (other make) is always available. After only 4 years, window seals and interior chrome are failing. My 7 YO F-150 has held up better. Too bad. Car looks and drives great, but car is a family joke. We leave it home for long trips never knowing when "Drive To Shop" light will come on mid-trip.

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  CLS500 great car - 2006 Mercedes-Benz CLS-Class
  By num1lady - March 29 - 9:00 pm

  Only six weeks on the road, but able to praise the handling and power. The interior is very comfortable and the exterior is what makes the car. We have found it to be very powerful and most of all it hugs the road. This car gives the feeling of the SLK with the ride of the S. So far outstanding

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  3 and a half years later - 2006 Mercedes-Benz CLS-Class
  By joesander - March 7 - 8:36 pm

  I bought this car just after the announcement of the new CLS series and the day it hit the showroom floor. I had my heart set on a BMW 600 series and switched at the last minute. It was love at first sight. Now the lease is expiring and I have to decide what to do. After lots of research I have concluded there is no better car in the market than the one I have in my driveway right now. I would love to trade for something new but for now I am sticking with my still showroom new looking CLS500.