2009 Mercedes-Benz CLK Spotted in Germany
11-08-07, 07:43 AM
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2009 Mercedes-Benz CLK Spotted in Germany
Styling elements from the current C-Class are evident in the front end of the 2009 Mercedes-Benz CLK.
Heavy camouflage disguises the important points, but it's clear this CLK will have a dramatically different shape than the current model.
STUTTGART, Germany — After evading spy photographers for some time now, the 2009 Mercedes-Benz CLK coupe has finally been spotted on the streets of Stuttgart.
Based on the same platform as the recently introduced C-Class sedan, the next-generation CLK coupe shows signs of a similar design. The front fascia has a more squared-off shape, although our spy shooters said they saw signs of quad headlights in place of the single-lens design used on the C-Class. Mercedes went to great lengths to disguise the shape of the C-pillars, so expect to see a more distinctive design than the current model.
Engine choices aren't expected to change much. The current 3.5-liter V6 will most likely remain the base power plant, with the 5.5-liter V8 continuing as an option. Rear-wheel drive will continue as well, although there is speculation that 4Matic will be added as an option.
Look for the debut of the 2009 Mercedes-Benz CLK at the 2008 Geneva Auto Show, with sales in the U.S. expected by the end of the 2008.
What this means to you: If the Audi A5 doesn't do it for you and the BMW 3 Series is too common, the upcoming Mercedes-Benz CLK might be worth waiting for. — Ed Hellwig, Senior Editor
Based on the same platform as the recently introduced C-Class sedan, the next-generation CLK coupe shows signs of a similar design. The front fascia has a more squared-off shape, although our spy shooters said they saw signs of quad headlights in place of the single-lens design used on the C-Class. Mercedes went to great lengths to disguise the shape of the C-pillars, so expect to see a more distinctive design than the current model.
Engine choices aren't expected to change much. The current 3.5-liter V6 will most likely remain the base power plant, with the 5.5-liter V8 continuing as an option. Rear-wheel drive will continue as well, although there is speculation that 4Matic will be added as an option.
Look for the debut of the 2009 Mercedes-Benz CLK at the 2008 Geneva Auto Show, with sales in the U.S. expected by the end of the 2008.
What this means to you: If the Audi A5 doesn't do it for you and the BMW 3 Series is too common, the upcoming Mercedes-Benz CLK might be worth waiting for. — Ed Hellwig, Senior Editor
11-08-07, 02:06 PM
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There's almost no use in covering it. Looking at the new S-class, C-class, and CL-class... especially the CL... everyone already knows what its more or less going to look like. Yet another car (IMHO ruined) with a Maybach rear end.
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