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Imposing performance figures and exclusive specification:
Mercedes-AMG has succeeded in creating a desirable car in the form
of the new CLS 55 AMG. This unique four-door coupe is driven by the
powerful AMG V8 supercharged engine, which generates an output of
476 hp (355 kW) and 516 ft lbs (700 nm) of torque from a
displacement of 5.5 litres. This gives the car truly top-notch
performance: the CLS 55 AMG accelerates from nought to 100 km/h in
just 4.7 seconds and has an electronically limited maximum speed of
250 km/h. The CLS 55 AMG boasts AMG sports suspension, a
high-performance AMG braking system plus AMG bodystyling and will
be making its market debut in January 2005.
As with the other AMG high-performance cars, the engine power is
transferred to the wheels via the AMG SPEEDSHIFT five-speed
automatic transmission. This allows the driver to choose between
fully automatic or manual gear changes, the latter being possible
by using either the selector lever or the gearshift buttons on the
ergonomic AMG sports steering wheel. The powerplant is superbly
complemented by the AMG sports suspension and by the AMG
high-performance braking system. The CLS 55 AMG features AIRMATIC
DC semi-active air suspension with an adaptive damping system; this
suspension set-up has been specially modified for AMG by giving it
tauter tuning. Large, internally ventilated and perforated brake
discs make for impressive deceleration and high fading
resistance.
Powerful-looking 18-inch AMG light-alloy wheels and AMG
bodystyling
The car's dynamic ride characteristics are due in part to the
wheel/tyre combination fitted - 8.5 and 9.5-inch wide 18-inch AMG
twin-spoke light-alloy wheels shod with 255/40 and 285/35 wide-base
tyres. These powerful-looking wheels complement the new AMG
bodystyling, which in turn reflects the sophisticated coupe
aesthetics of the CLS-Class. The AMG bodystyling comprises an
expressive front apron with large air inlets and round fog lamps,
side skirts and a distinctive rear apron. One highlight which
appeals to both the eye and the ear is provided by the two chromed,
twin oval tailpipes of the AMG sports exhaust system. Further
differentiation is ensured by a special radiator grille with three
imposing, silver-painted louvers and V8 Kompressor lettering on the
front wings; the AMG spoiler lip on the boot lid adds the final
touch, as well as increasing the down-force on the rear
wheels.
Comprehensive, high-grade standard equipment with nappa leather
upholstery
The equipment of the CLS 55 AMG represents a pleasing combination
of exclusive, sporty styling and high-quality materials. The design
of the new AMG sports seats exhibits special AMG perforations,
lateral piping, double stitching and Alcantara panels at shoulder
height. The plentiful specification also includes luxurious nappa
leather in a choice of three colours, an AMG instrument cluster
with a 320 km/h speedometer scale and chromed door sill panels with
the AMG logo.
The sporty and exclusive CLS 55 AMG car will be appearing at
Mercedes-Benz sales outlets and dealerships starting in January
2005.
courtesy of www.supercars.net
