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Mercedes-Benz Vision CLS

Mercedes-Benz Vision CLS

Coupés for connoisseurs

Unique: a coupé generation ahead of the rest
Emotive: lines that arouse passion
Intelligent: four doors and the interior comfort of a saloon
Dynamic: powerful biturbo engine and sports-tuned suspension

Developing new vehicle concepts – to set trends and influence automotive development – has always been a major aspect of the Mercedes-Benz philosophy. Throughout its 102-year history, the Stuttgart-based manufacturer has always displayed the courage, expertise and leadership needed to go one step further. It is what has made Mercedes-Benz such a pioneer of passenger car concepts, style and technology.


Back in 1901, the first model to be given the fine-sounding Mercedes name was one of many cars that have stood for something entirely new and set the standards for automotive development as a whole. It was followed by icons such as the 540 K Roadster in 1934, the 300 SL "Gullwing" (1954) and the 220 model with the first ever safety bodyshell (1959). In the modern era, cutting-edge concepts have paved the way for model series such as the Mercedes-Benz 190 (1982), the A-Class and the M-Class (both 1997), providing the impetus for the creation of new and successful market segments.

The Vision CLS – the latest in an illustrious line of forward-looking car concepts – is a four-door model with immense appeal. It is further proof that Mercedes-Benz is always a step ahead of the field – a coupé generation ahead in this case.


The concept: a synthesis of passion and practicality

Never before have two such entirely different ideas – the stylistic appeal and strong emotive charisma of a coupé and the comfort and practicality of a saloon – been so elegantly blended together to form a single automotive entity.

All of which makes the Vision CLS a truly shining coupé specimen. A valuable one-off that arouses pure desire and is designed to help create an all-new and highly attractive market segment. This latest Mercedes concept reflects the aspirations of modern people who lead active lives and are passionate about new trends. People who attach great importance to individuality, stylish aesthetics and sheer excitement when it comes to both their cars and life in general.

In this sense the Vision CLS is a car for the connoisseur -- for the passionate motorist who seeks and appreciates those really special things in life.

Passion and practicality are equally high on the list of priorities for this most discerning of customer groups, since a love of elegant forms and the finest of materials always goes hand in hand with a desire for the very latest in no-holds-barred technology. The Vision CLS provides the very best of both worlds by displaying distinctive aesthetics in every detail and showcasing leading-edge technology. All backed by the high quality associated with Mercedes-Benz. Not to mention the renowned reliability which, alongside many other virtues, underpins the brand's impeccable reputation.


Form and finesse: design with highly emotive overtones


Excitement at first sight – this was the effect the designers were aiming for when they set about creating the Vision CLS, with free reign to sculpt the ultimate in coupé lines. In other words, they were given (virtually) complete artistic and creative licence.

In this sense, the concept idea of the four-door coupé provided the designers with new and more varied options for adding a distinctly emotive overtone to their use of forms, thus enabling them to fashion a new and unique coupé style.

This freedom of expression is evident in every aspect of the latest Mercedes concept. Based on familiar brand features, the car's design lines succeed in creating the perfect blend between seemingly contradictory characteristics such as dynamism and size, power and

Mercedes-Benz Vision CLS