Mercedes-Benz has unveiled the facelifted 2022 CLS four-door coupe with multiple tech upgrades and a few exterior styling elements.
The 2022 CLS be available only with the 4MATIC system in the US and only in the CLS450 guise. Hence, Mercedes-Benz will drop the base model and the high-end CLS53. The svelte coupe should hit the US in early 2022, with deliveries beginning shortly after. European customers, however, can choose from many more versions, starting with a 1.9-liter turbodiesel and up to the CLS53 4MATIC+.
Like the pre-facelift model, the 2022 CLS will have the same mild-hybrid system containing a 3.0L inline-six turbo and a 48V motor. The powertrain produces a combined 362 hp from 5,500 rpm and 369 lb-ft of torque from 1,600 rpm. However, an EQ boost button can give the driver 21 HP and 184 lb-ft of torque for short bursts. The power goes to all four wheels via a 9G-TRONIC 9-speed automatic transmission as standard. The CLS can hit 0-60 mph in 4.3 seconds and an electronically-capped top speed of 130mph.
Mercedes has opted for a new front bumper with showy air intakes and a new grille design on the outside. There is also a new silver chrome front splitter and new side sills. Moreover, the rear bumper now also features a silver chrome rear diffuser. Mercedes has included new 19-inch wheels as standard, along with an AMG Body Styling kit for the exterior. The kit provides a sporty and crispy look with a special front bumper, chrome front splitter, and gloss black aero flaps. Two-color options are available for the special 20-inch AMG multi-spoke alloy wheels.
The 2022 CLS’s interior features heated front memory seats and a Nappa leather-wrapped steering wheel with capacitive sensors and buttons. Besides, there are two 12.3-inch displays; one covers the driver’s view, and the other is in the center console, both integrated with Mercedes’s MBUX infotainment system. Wireless Apple CarPlay and Android Auto are also standard. Luxury features, including 64-color ambient lighting and a large sunroof, are also available for the 2022 CLS.
The 2022 CLS will come with many driver and safety assist systems with augmented reality navigation, a heads-up display, and a 360-degree camera on the list. The driver assistance package features adaptive cruise control, active steering assistance, and speed adaptation.
Mercedes hasn’t revealed the starting price; however, given that the base model is gone, expect a sizeable increase to the $70,300 2021 CLS.
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