New for 2011

There are no major changes, but "mbrace," a new telematics system, replaces Tele Aid and has features such as locating a vehicle in a parking lot and remotely locking and unlocking doors with an iPhone or BlackBerry.

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    Unlocking the trunk (mechanical key)
    The trunk lid swings upwards when opened. Therefore, make sure that there is sufficient clearance above the trunk lid. If the trunk cannot be unlocked with the SmartKey or KEYLESS-GO, use the ...

    Suspension: selective damping as standard
    The standard steel suspension of the Mercedes-Benz CLS-Class is equipped with a selective damping system. The shock absorbers adapt to the given driving situation, reducing the damping forces auto ...

    Opening/closing automatically fromoutside
    Important safety notes WARNING   Make sure the tailgate is closed when the engine is running and while driving. Among other dangers, deadly carbon monoxide (CO) gases may enter vehicle ...