Mercedes-Benz CLS

Mercedes-Benz has officially unveiled its updated CLS four-door coupe. First launched in 2004, the CLS has proven to be a sales success for Mercedes, so the refresh for 2008 isn't to extreme. Although subtle, the update includes a new grille -- with two bars instead of four -- and new taillights.

The next-generation CLS also features larger side view mirrors, new trapezoidal exhaust outlets and new wheels measuring 17 and 18 inches.

The interior remains largely unchanged, but does feature a new three-spoke steering wheel and a black-on-white gauge cluster.

Like past CLS models, the newest four-door coupe from M-B will be available with a range of engines. The base CLS 280 will come with a 231 horsepower 3.0L V6, which is good for a 7.7 second 0-60 time. The CLS 350 CGI will feature a 292 horsepower 3.5L V6 and the up-level CLS 500 uses a 388 horsepower 5.5L V8. The lone diesel option will be found in the CLS 320 CDI, a V6 producing 224 horsepower and nearly 400 lb-ft of torque.

A range-topping AMG model will once again be available -- in the form of the CLS 63 AMG -- and will use 6.3L V8, good for 514 horsepower and 464 lb-ft of torque. The CLS 63 AMG is capable of accelerating from 0-60 in just under 4.5 seconds.

Prices for the CLS 280 will start at â,¬55,692.00, and continue on up to the top-level CLS 63 AMG at â,¬106,624.00.