Mercedes-Benz USA Releases Pricing on SLK350, CLS550 and CLS63 AMG

Retail pricing for the 2012 SLK350 starts at $54,800, the 2012 CLS550 will begin at $71,300 and the CLS63 AMG at $94,900

Mercedes-Benz USA announced prices for the next generation SLK roadster and CLS coupe line. Suggested retail pricing for the 2012 SLK350 will start at $54,800, while the 2012 CLS550 will begin at $71,300 and the high-performance CLS63 AMG at $94,900. Prices exclude a $875 destination & delivery charge.

SLK Features Trend-setting Retractable Hardtop

The 2012 Mercedes-Benz SLK coupe/roadster represents the third generation of a two-seat sports car that rocked the automotive world when it unveiled the first automatic retractable hardtop in modern times. With the top up it’s a quiet, weather-tight coupe – push a button, and 20 seconds later the car is topless. Like the retractable hardtop of the larger SL model, the rear window of the SLK pivots to match the curvature of the top as it’s being lowered, providing more trunk room than ever.

The SLK350 is powered by a new 3.5-liter V6 that features direct injection and multi-spark ignition. With even more power and better fuel economy than its predecessor, the new SLK engine generates 302 horsepower and 273 lb.-ft. of torque.

CLS Four-Door Coupe Gets First Major Redesign

The four-passenger 2012 CLS coupe represents the first major redesign of a car that established an entirely new market segment – the four-door coupe, which combines the emotional appeal and dynamic design of a coupe with the comfort and functionality of a sedan. When it hits the U.S. market in the summer of 2011, the 2012 CLS line will offer a choice of two exciting models, both powered by new biturbo, direct-injection V8 engines. The 4.6-liter CLS550 engine produces 402 horsepower and 443 lb-ft. of torque, and the high-performance CLS63 AMG is powered by a 5.5-liter version of the new V8 that’s rated at 518 hp and 516 lb.-ft of torque.

2012 Mercedes-Benz CLS550 Equipment List

Fulle interior and exterior equipment list for the all new 2012 Mercedes-Benz CLS550 Coupe

Bold proportions: a long hood, compact greenhouse with frameless side windows, dramatic roof sweeping back at an angle towards the rear – these are the hallmarks of the CLS-Class. In 2003 the four-door Coupé was born and the Mercedes-Benz CLS immediately established itself as a new style icon. For 2012 the proportions remain the same but the second generation of this design trendsetter has a completely new look both inside and out. The 2012 CLS550 goes on-sale in the U.S. during the summer of 2011.

Standard Equipment

Comfort/Convenience

  • COMAND w/ 40GB Hard-Drive GPS Navigation
  • Bluetooth interface
  • Voice Control
  • 14-Speaker harman/kardon LOGIC7 Surround Sound System with Dolby Digital 5.1
  • HD Digital Radio
  • In-dash 6-disc DVD/CD Changer
  • In-dash SD Card Reader
  • 10GB hard-drive with Music Register
  • SIRIUS Satellite Radio
  • Power Tilt/Sliding Sunroof with One Touch Open/Close
  • Full Leather Interior
  • Burl Walnut Wood Trim
  • Multifunction Leather Sport Steering Wheel
  • 14-way Power Adjustable Front Seats with 3 Position Memory for Seats Steering Column and Exterior Mirrors
  • 4-Way Power Tilt and Telescoping Steering Column
  • Dual-Zone Automatic Climate Control
  • Electronic Cruise Control
  • Remote Central Locking with SmartKey
  • Power Windows with Express Up and Down
  • Auto-dimming Driver and Rearview mirror
  • Integrated Garage Door Opener
  • Intermittent Wipers with Rain Sensor
  • Multi-color Ambient Lighting*

Performance/Handling

  • 402 hp @ 5,250*
  • 443 lb-ft of torque @ 1,800-4,750 rpm*
  • 7-Speed Driver-Adaptive Transmission with Sport and Economy Shift Modes and Steering Wheel Shift Paddles
  • Electro Hydraulic Power-assisted Speed-sensitive Rack-and-Pinion Steering*
  • AIRMATIC Semi-active Suspension with Adaptive Damping System
  • Front Suspension: 4-link Independent with Antidive Control and Stabilizer Bar
  • Rear Suspension: Multilink Independent with Antisquat Control and Stabilizer Bar
  • Front Brakes: Internally Ventilated 14.2″ front Discs w/ 4-Piston Fixed Calipers
  • Rear Brakes: Internally Ventilated 12.6″ rear Discs w/ Single Piston Sliding Calipers
  • 18″ Staggered-width 5-Spoke Alloy Wheels
  • 255/40 R18 (f) / 285/35 R18 (r) All-Season Tires
  • Dual Exhaust with Chrome Tailpipes
  • Rubber-studded pedals

Safety/Security

  • Full-LED Headlamps
  • LED Daytime Running Lights
  • KEYLESS-GO
  • ATTENTION ASSIST drowsiness monitor
  • mbrace System
  • New Vehicle 4 Year/50,000 Mile Warranty
  • 24-Hour Roadside Assistance Program
  • Steel Reinforced Cabin with Front and Rear Crumple Zones
  • 3-Point Seatbelts with Pre-tensioners and Force Limiters
  • Front Dual Stage Airbags
  • Front Pelvic Airbags
  • Front and Rear Side Window Airbags
  • Front and Rear Side Airbags
  • Dual Front Knee Airbags
  • NECK-PRO Active Head Restraints
  • ISOFIX Anchor and Tether System
  • 4-Wheel Disc Brakes with ABS & BAS
  • Electronic Stability Program (ESP)
  • PRE-SAFE (Predictive Protection System)
  • Roll-Over Sensor
  • Anti-Theft Alarm with Engine Immobilizer
  • Night Security Illumination
  • Tire Pressure Monitoring System
  • Panic Button Remote Key
  • Bi-Xenon Headlamps

Optional Packages

Premium 1 Package ($TBD)

  • Rearview Camera
  • Heated & Active Ventilated Front Seats
  • iPod¨ / MP3 Media Interface
  • Power Rear-Window Sunshade
  • Headlamp Cleaning System
  • Adaptive Highbeam Assist
  • Electronic Trunk Closer
  • Corner-Illuminating Lamps

Lane Tracking Package ($TBD)

  • Blind Spot Assist
  • Lane Keeping Assist

Driver Assistance Package ($TBD)

  • DISTRONIC PLUS (with PRE-SAFE¨ Brake)
  • Active Blind Spot Assist*
  • Active Lane Keeping Assist*

Wheel Package ($TBD)

  • All-Season Tires
  • AMG Sport Steering Wheel
  • AMG 18″ 5-Spoke Alloy Wheels

Wheel Package Plus One ($TBD)

  • High-Performance Tires
  • AMG Sport Steering Wheel
  • AMG 19″ 5-Spoke Alloy Wheels

Stand Alone Options

  • 19″ 5-Spoke Alloy Wheel
  • PARKTRONIC (with Advanced Parking Assist)*
  • Split-Folding Rear Seats*
  • Wood/Leather Steering Wheel
  • Rear side airbags
  • Active Multicontour Driver’s Seat
  • Heated Steering Wheel
  • Night View Assist PLUS w/Pedestrian Detection*

Paint

  • Black, Zircon Red, Obsidian Black, Lunar Blue, Cuprite Brown, Storm Red, Steel Grey, Iridium Silver, Palladium Silver, Diamond White, Indium Grey, Alubeam Titanium

Upholstery

  • Almond/Mocha Leather, Ash/Black Leather, Black Leather, Almond/Mocha Premium Leather, Ash/Black Premium Leather, Black Premium Leather

Optional Trim

  • Black Ash