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Mercedes-Benz CLS (2005 - 2011)

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reviewed by Anonymous on 16 November 2021
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reviewed by Anonymous on 4 December 2020
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reviewed by Anonymous on 3 December 2020
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reviewed by Anonymous on 30 August 2020
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reviewed by Anonymous on 10 December 2018
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reviewed by Mark Scannell on 29 October 2017
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reviewed by Anthony13 on 15 April 2017
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reviewed by JohnnyLyle on 30 January 2017
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reviewed by Dickhilt on 2 August 2015
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reviewed by duketwo on 15 September 2014
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reviewed by Numbnuts on 21 November 2013
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reviewed by bigboyrolo on 15 June 2013
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reviewed by Anonymous on 26 May 2013
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reviewed by Omegaman on 8 July 2012
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CLS 500

reviewed by fourdotone on 6 March 2012
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How it drives
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Fuel economy
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Tax/Insurance/Warranty costs
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Cost of maintenance and repairs
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Experience at the dealership
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How practical it is
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How you rate the manufacturer
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Overall reliability

Is there a better car than this?

Like Mercedes, love V8s. Thought it was about time I stopped liking and actually bought one.

What can I say, possibly the best car I may ever own. Amazing engine/gearbox combo (2 reverse gears?) in a great body with all the refinement you could possibly ask for. As for the styling, does it get any better than this??

Difficult to think what it could do better, even the boot is huge. The only real issue I can think of is the fuel consumption - cold winter mornings around town bring it down to 17mpg, but a long run easily returns 27. The Harmon Kardon sound system fitted to this car is fantastic and the Xenon lights make such a difference. TV is a bit pointless but the kids love it.

Mine has been trouble free, but I can guess that the prices escalate pretty rapidly if anything breaks (you can't even check the gearbox oil yourself). Budget for the fuel, get a good comprehensive warranty and sleep well at night.

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reviewed by oldmedic999 on 12 December 2010
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reviewed by michael48elton on 23 May 2010

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About this car

Price£45,950–£77,960
Road TaxJ–M
MPG19.5–37.4 mpg
Real MPG95.4%

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