Whats New for Mercedes-Benz
2008 Mercedes-Benz SLR McLaren Roadster
Mercedes-Benz's half-million dollar super car offers a new roadster version for 2008. Like the coupe it features a 617-hp V8 mated to a five-speed automatic transmission.
2009 Mercedes-Benz CLS-Class
The CLS receives some minor styling updates for 2009. The grille now has two bars instead of four. Other exterior changes include larger mirrors, new wheels, a new rear bumper and new exhausts. Inside, the CLS receives an updated steering wheel, new gauges and an updated COMAND system.
2009 Mercedes-Benz M-Class
The M-Class receives minor styling updates for 2009. The exterior changes include revised bumpers, new headlamps and a revised lower grille intake. Inside, the M-Class features new door panels and a new steering wheel. A 50-state compliant diesel engine option is added in the ML320 BlueTEC model
2009 Mercedes-Benz SL-class
The 6.3L V8 joins the SL model range for 2009 resulting in a new SL63 AMG model. The SL also receives some minor styling tweaks for 2009. A new front end features new headlamps and a larger grille with large single bar. The side air outlets have been restyled and the side mirrors have increased in size. In the rear, bumper features a new diffuser. Inside, the SL gets a new steering wheel and a restyled instrument cluster.
2009 Mercedes-Benz SLK-class
The SLK receives a minor facelift featuring a restyled grille, new front and rear fascias, new side mirrors and taillights. The interior features a new steering wheel and head unit. The SLK300 model replaces the SLK280. On the SLK350, the output of the 3.5L V6 has been increased to 300 hp and 265 lb-ft of torque.
2009 Mercedes-Benz CL-Class
The CL550 will offered with standard 4MATIC all-wheel-drive. The CL63, CL600, and CL65 remain rear-wheel-drive.
2009 Mercedes-Benz CLK-class Cabriolet
The AMG model has been dropped.
2008 Mercedes-Benz G-Class
The G-class receives a new instrument cluster and steering wheel. The tail lights are revised.
2009 Mercedes-Benz GL-Class
A 50-state compliant diesel engine option is added in the GL320 BlueTEC model
2009 Mercedes-Benz R-Class
A 50-state compliant diesel engine option is added in the R320 BlueTEC model.
2009 Mercedes-Benz S-Class
Minor trim and equipment changes. A parking guidance feature is added.
Few names and symbols have the prestige of Mercedes-Benz and its three-pointed star. A comprehensive array of products ensures that Mercedes-Benz has every aspect of the burgeoning luxury market covered.
Continual powertrain and styling changes keep Mercedes-Benz products fresh. A 6.3L AMG model joins the SL-Class resulting in a new SL63 AMG model. Powertrain updates to the SLK-Class have resulted in new SLK300 and SLK350 models.
The big news for Mercedes is the addition of a 50-state compliant diesel engine. This engine adds new models to the R-Class, ML-Class, and GL-Class.
Mercedes has updated the styling of a number of products this year. Updated models include the CLS-Class, M-Class, SLK-Class and SL-Class.
Next up for Mercedes will be the introduction of the long awaited new E-Class and the launch of a new compact SUV, the GLK-Class.
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