Press Information May 16, 2005

Press kit. Press Trial Drive Maastricht 2005. News and Reports: Precision: CLK Cabriolet: soft-top made of 830 parts; CLK Cabriolet: sophisticated roof insulation for a high level of thermal comfort; CLK Cabriolet: reliable lightning protection with the roof closed; NECK-PRO as standard: crash-responsive head restraints for the driver and front passenger; More scratch-resistant paint: visible progress thanks to nano technology; Third-generation common-rail technology: piezo precision; V6 petrol engine: tumble flaps for turbulence; 7G-TRONIC: seven gears for fuel economy and even more driving pleasure; Attention to detail: Diesel engine production: cameras, lasers and sensors in action; Haptics and ergonomics: science for a sensual driving experience; Wood trim: masterpieces made by hand; Aero-wipers: extreme tests in the weather chamber; Dynamism: New V8 diesel engine: biturbo power for superb diesel dynamism; 160,000-kilometre test at full speed: new record-breaking V6; DIRECT CONTROL: dynamism ex factory; Sports packages for the C, CLK and E-Class: strong performance; 4MATIC: poise and assurance in any situation