Mercedes-Benz India, today, rolled out two new cars in India - 2015 CLS-Class and E-Class Cabriolet at Rs. 76.5 lakh and Rs. 78.5 lakh (ex-showroom, Delhi) respectively. Since both the products have been brought to India as completely built up units (CBUs), they are pricier than the locally assembled Mercedes models.
For the first time, the CLS-Class has received a diesel engine. Powering the CLS 250 CDI is a 2.2-litre, four-cylinder unit that, mated to a 7-speed 7G-Tronic Plus automatic transmission, churns out 204bhp and 500Nm. The vehicle is claimed to touch 100Km/h from zero in just 7.5 seconds.
Also Read: First Drive: Mercedes-Benz CLS-Class 250 CDI
Other vehicle put on sale today is the Mercedes-Benz E-Class Cabriolet at Rs. 78.5 lakh (ex-showroom, Delhi). Unlike the CLS 250 CDI the E400 Cabriolet gets a 3.0-litre, twin-turbo V6 engine, coupled to a 7-speed 7G-tronic auto box, that produces 328bhp and 480Nm. It accelerates to 100Km/h from standstill in mere 5.2 seconds.
While the CLS-Class with a diesel powertrain will attract a larger audience, the two-door E-Class Cabriolet, with a powerful petrol engine, targets the auto enthusiasts of the country.
Mercedes-Benz CLS-Class Key Features
- 8-inch COMAND infotainment system and Harman Kardon surround system with 14 speakers
- 7-speed 7G-tronic automatic gearbox
- A parking package that includes 360 degree camera, active parking assistance
- 8 airbags
- Anti-lock braking system (ABS)
- Brake assist
- Electronic stability program (ESP)
- Hill-start assist
- Attention Assist
Mercedes-Benz E-Class Cabriolet Key Features
- Electric soft top that can be operated at speeds up to 40Km/h
- 9 airbags
- Active parking assist
- Anti-lock braking system (ABS) with electronic brake-force distribution (EBD),
- Brake assist
- Electronic stability programme (ESP)
- 7-speed 7G-tronic automatic gearbox
