2010 Mercedes-Benz CLK-Class
The 2010 Mercedes-Benz CLK-Class has been discontinued, and has been replaced by the 2010 Mercedes-Benz E-Class coupe. The model is still heavily disguised, wearing about the same amount of camouflage it was a year ago, but the shots still provide a fresh look at how development of the model is coming.
As for when we can expect to see the next CLK’s official unveiling, the next generation of the coupe is expected to be unveiled this fall at the Paris Motor Show, with deliveries rumored to be commencing in Europe at the end of the year (or early 2009 for those of you residing in the U.S.). Power is expected to follow in the footsteps of its predecessor, which includes your choice of either a 3.5-Liter V6 (CLK350), 5.5-Liter V8 (CLK550) or the AMG built 6.3-Liter V8 (CLK63 AMG).
We will of course keep you posted as new details about the 2010 Mercedes-Benz CLK emerge; in the meantime, you can check out the full 2010 CLK spy photo gallery over at Automotive Traveler.
2010 Mercedes-Benz CL-Class
The 2010 Mercedes-Benz CL-Class gets a few new features. The CL550 and CL63 use V8 engines of 5.5 and 6.2 liters, respectively. CL600 and CL65 versions have V12 engines of 5.5 and 6.0 liters, respectively. The CL63 and CL65 are tuned by Mercedes’ AMG performance division.
All CLs have an automatic transmission: 7 speeds on the CL550 and CL63, 5 speeds on the CL600 and CL65. The CL550 has Mercedes’ 4MATIC all-wheel drive. All other CL-Class models are rear-wheel drive. Available safety features include ABS, traction control, antiskid system, front- and rear-side airbags, and curtain-side airbags.
CL-Class has a standard navigation system, wireless cell-phone link, and adaptive headlights. A parking guidance system is optional on the CL550 and CL63 and standard on the CL600 and CL65.
2010 Mercedes-Benz C-Class
The 2010 Mercedes-Benz C-Class is available with some new features and option packages. Four models continue in this lineup. The C300 Luxury and C300 Sport have a 228-horsepower 3.0-liter V6. The C350 Sport has a 268-horsepower 3.5-liter V6. The C63 AMG is tuned by Mercedes’ performance division and has a 451-horsepower 6.2-liter V8. C300 Sport is available with manual or automatic transmission. All other C-Class cars use a 7-speed automatic. Rear-wheel drive is standard on all models. The C300 is also available with Mercedes’ 4MATIC all-wheel drive.
All C300 models can run on ethanol-blended E85 fuel. Sport models have a sport suspension and unique interior and exterior styling. Available safety features include ABS, traction control, antiskid system, front- and rear-side airbags, and curtain-side airbags. Newly standard are front hip-protecting side airbags. Available features include a navigation system which includes a hard drive for storing digital-music files, bi-xenon headlamps, and 60/40 split-folding rear seat.
Newly available on the 2010 Mercedes-Benz C-Class are keyless entry/engine start and rearview camera. Also available on rear-drive Sport models is a Dynamic Handling Package, which includes active suspension, specific 18-inch wheels, and steering-wheel shift paddles on cars with the automatic transmission. An optional AMG P31 Development Package for the C63 includes a 174-mph top-speed limiter and 30 additional horsepower, bringing the total to 481. The limited-slip differential that was previously included in the P31 package is now a standalone option.
