Mercedes-Benz Vision CLS

The Mercedes-Benz Vision CLS is a concept vehicle that Mercedes-Benz unveiled at the 2003 Frankfurt International Motor Show as a preview of the production CLS-Class (C219). It pairs a six-cylinder twin turbo diesel engine rated at 265 PS with a seven-speed 7G-TRONIC automatic transmission. Much of its technology came from other Mercedes models of the time, including the Active Light System of the E-Class (W211) and the electrohydraulic brake system of the SL (R 230). The cabin carries a leather-covered dashboard and A-pillars, soft leather seats and door panels, oak veneer and a glass roof, with 470 litres of boot space and adaptive front, window and side airbags.