This set of photos was the combined effort of two photographers, thousands of miles apart: The exterior photos were shot in Germany, and the close-up interior photo was shot in the United States. We´ve had many CLS photos in the recent past - including a car caught during a catalog shoot, but this set reveals the optional AMG styling kit for the first time, not to be mixed with the real CLS 63 AMG which will look yet more aggressive.
From our photos, it quickly becomes apparent the CLS is in for quite a change. The front end is much more angular and aggressive. We've also realized that, when looking at the camouflaged prototypes from earlier in the year, CLS prototypes were wearing an extensive front clip that was completely fake!
Towards the back, the CLS is getting significantly bigger fender flares, giving the Mercedes hips that look almost Bentley-like. A much flashier pair of taillights are easy to see as well. Motivation for this new CLS is expected to come from a wide range of gas and diesel motors, as well as a BlueHybrid model that will use the same engine system as the S400 BlueHybrid. This particular model in our spy photos is the CLS 350 CGI. Watch for the official debut this autumn at the Paris Motor Show.
