The car is very fast and smooth as expected with a Mercedes CLS. The CLS model seems to be at the top of the Mercedes class and for that reason many do see you go by. Simple reason its very flashy and grabs everyones attention.
The economy of the car is very good 40mpg average especially when considering that is weighs quite abit and its performance is more than enough here in UK. A similar CLS petrol model would cost you more in fuel but the cost of buying a diesel is just slightly more.
Servicing costs alot at the dealers but an independant garage which you know may be able to do it cheaper. Replacement parts are expensive as expected due to the brand name. Sometimes it makes you think if its worth it as it isnt as reliable as a Toyota or a VW.
Even though its a German, its made for those who dont take notice with a repair which can turn into quite a huge sum. The first service would probably cost you around £500 depending on which dealer.
Performance is right at the top. Also the car is extremely flashy so its possible to grab everyones attention. Its a smooth car which has a completely different design to the usual Mercedes.
Depreciation is not good for those buying new however if you've got the cash then flaunt with it. A tuning box can help this car to be transformed into a powerful beast. It just pulls you back because of the Torque available.
I had the Mercedes CLS350 for 12 months back in 2006 and it was a beautiful bit of machinery. In my eyes it is a practical 4Dr Coupe. I went with the added extra of the AMG body styling kit which in my opinion made all the difference as the standard car can look a little boring. If looks aren't your thing, then this option can be left as it cost in the region of £2500.
The car i had was Black in colour and had black leather interior which is a good combination to get for re-sale value. The CLS350 was so comfy it's hard to put into words so, if you do a lot of motorway miles this car is for you. The performance was pretty sharp for a big car and the Mercedes CLS350 had a "Sport" button which had a noticeable difference when turned on. The running costs were, as expected, good value and a full service at a main dealer set me back roughly £225. I would definitely advise keeping your car serviced as it adds value onto the car when coming to sell on.
Another tip of advice is to go for electric and heated seats as these do come in handy. Beware this car only has 4 seats so for a family of 5 this car wouldn't be an option. The boot space is not bad, for a 4Dr Coupe, and the new shape is an improvement on the 2006 model but whatever your budget the CLS350 is a cracking car.