Standard Features

• Performance
  & Handling
   
  • 4.6L biturbo V-8 engine
    

    4.6L biturbo V-8 engine

    An efficient 402-hp 4.6-liter V-8 combines numerous advances and twin turbos to deliver more power and torque from less fuel. Rapid-multispark ignition can fire up to four times per millisecond, while high-pressure Direct Injection microscopically tunes the fuel spray to reduce emissions, fuel consumption and noise. A lightweight diecast-alloy block, quicker and more widely variable valve timing, reduced friction, and clever "on-demand" ancillary components like the alternator further boost efficiency.

  • 7-speed automatic transmission
    

    7-speed automatic transmission

    The industry's first 7-speed automatic has been made even smoother, more responsive and more efficient. A wide range of closely spaced gear ratios delivers the ideal response in virtually every driving situation, for relaxed cruising, quick acceleration, and thanks to two overdrive ratios, better highway fuel efficiency. Adaptive logic monitors your driving style and adjusts its shift points to match, while standard paddle shifters offer manual-style enjoyment anytime you want it.

  • ECO Start/Stop system

    ECO Start/Stop system

    A fuel-saving new ECO Start/Stop system automatically shuts off the engine at stoplights and other idle situations. As soon as the driver lifts off the brake, the engine instantly restarts, for immediate acceleration response. The ECO Start/Stop feature can also be shut off by the driver at any time.

  • Shift paddles

    Shift paddles

    A pair of paddles strategically positioned behind the upper steering-wheel spokes allows you to manually upshift and downshift the 7-speed automatic transmission with just a flick of your fingers.

  • Electromechanical steering
    

    Electromechanical steering

    Advanced electromechanical power steering delivers quicker response in corners, easier maneuvering at low speeds, along with precise on-center feel and straight-line stability.

  • AIRMATIC® adaptive air suspension
    

    AIRMATIC® adaptive air suspension

    For the ideal balance of control and comfort, the AIRMATIC semi-active suspension employs electronically controlled air springs. Every time a wheel moves up or down, the system automatically selects one of four damping profiles for each spring-strut. Sport and Comfort modes let drivers match the handling character to their mood. Automatic 4-wheel level control adapts for additional cargo or passengers, and lowers the car at higher speeds for improved aerodynamics.

  • Adaptive braking technology
    

    Adaptive braking technology

    Powerful 4-wheel disc brakes feature a number of advances. If you lift off the accelerator quickly, Predictive Brake Priming sets the pads closer to the discs for more immediate response when you apply the brakes. In the rain, Automatic Brake Drying periodically applies the brakes just enough to sweep water build-up from the discs. During uphill starts, Hill-Start Assist helps prevent unwanted rollback. And a HOLD feature can make long red lights or stopped traffic a little less stressful.

   
• Design
   
  • Bi-Xenon headlamps
    

    Bi-Xenon headlamps

    Bi-Xenon headlamps help deliver greater visibility than halogen headlamps because their brighter, whiter light is much closer to natural daylight than traditional halogen bulbs.

  • LED Daytime Running Lamps and taillamps
    

    LED Daytime Running Lamps and taillamps

    Bright white LED Daytime Running Lamps help increase the visibility of your vehicle to oncoming traffic by illuminating whenever the car is switched on. LED technology also illuminates the brake lamps more quickly, offering drivers behind you more time to react, which could make a critical difference in a panic stop. With long life and low energy consumption, LED lamps also add a distinctive high-tech styling touch.

  • 18-inch 5-spoke wheels
    

    18-inch 5-spoke wheels

    The standard 18-inch 5-spoke alloy wheels offer a confident stance and luminous silver finish. Staggered in width, the rear wheels and all-season tires are wider than the fronts, for greater acceleration grip without sacrificing crisp steering feedback. Disclaimer

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    Lower aspect ratio tires and accompanying wheels provide substantially increased treadwear, increased tire noise and reduced ride comfort. Serious wheel and tire damage may occur if the vehicle is operated on rough or damaged road surfaces or upon encountering road debris or obstacles. These tires are not designed for use on snow and ice. Winter tires mounted on appropriately sized and approved wheels are recommended for driving in those conditions.
  • Sport body styling
    

    Sport body styling

    Aggressively styled lower bodywork includes a deep front air dam with mesh intakes, along with sculpted side sills and rear valance.

  • 3-spoke multifunction steering wheel
    

    3-spoke multifunction steering wheel

    For maximum driving pleasure, the sport steering wheel features a Nappa leather-wrapped rim with raised thumb grips at the ideal "10 and 2 o'clock" positions. For fingertip access to some of the vehicle functions you use most often, convenient buttons on the steering wheel let you control the audio volume and selection, send and end calls on your Bluetooth-enabled phone, and scroll through the features of the multifunction display in the instrument cluster.

  • High-gloss Black Ash or Burl Walnut wood trim
    

    High-gloss Black Ash or Burl Walnut wood trim

    Hand-polished wood trim graces the full-length console, dash and doors, lending the cockpit a further air of refinement. Burl Walnut wood, prized for its rich color and distinctive grain patterns, is available with Almond/Mocha and Black interiors.The rich, deep tones of Black Ash wood create a dramatically modern, seriously sporty cockpit ambience. It's available with Ash/Black and Black interiors.

  • Individual seating for four with full-length console
    

    Individual seating for four with full-length console

    A signature of every Mercedes-Benz coupe is its impeccably finished 4-passenger cabin. The CLS550 differs only in that it welcomes its occupants through their own individual doors. Once inside, they'll each enjoy a seat that's individually tailored for their sole accommodation and situated in its own comfort zone alongside the full-length central console.

  • Multicolor ambient lighting
    

    Multicolor ambient lighting

    A network of efficient LEDs and fiber optics casts a gentle glow from beneath the trim on the dashboard and door panels, both to welcome occupants into the cabin and to help make nighttime driving feel more secure. For an added touch of personality, any of three illumination color profiles (Polar, Solar and Neutral) can be selected.

  • Rear spoiler
    

    Rear spoiler

    A subtle, lip-type rear spoiler adds sporty punctuation to the sleek shape of the CLS550. It's also functional, with a wind-tunnel-developed shape designed to reduce aerodynamic lift a the rear wheels when traveling at higher speeds.

  • Power tilt/sliding sunroof
    

    Power tilt/sliding sunroof

    At the touch of a button, the tinted glass sunroof tilts up at the rear for ventilation, or slides open for a breezy view of the sky. An express feature fully opens or closes the roof with a single touch, and a manual sliding sunshade helps block out unwanted sunlight.

   
• Safety
   
  • 12-way air bag protection
    

    12-way air bag protection

    An advanced system of 10 air bags offers 12-way occupant protection. Dual two-stage front air bags, front side-impact air bags, front pelvic air bags, dual front knee air bags, and window curtain air bags for both seating rows are standard. Disclaimer

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    WARNING: THE FORCES OF A DEPLOYING AIR BAG CAN CAUSE SERIOUS OR FATAL INJURIES TO A CHILD UNDER AGE 13. THE SAFEST SEATING POSITION FOR YOUR CHILD IS IN THE REAR SEAT, BELTED INTO AN APPROPRIATE, PROPERLY INSTALLED CHILD SEAT, OR CORRECTLY WEARING A SEAT BELT IF TOO LARGE FOR A CHILD SEAT. SEE OPERATOR´S MANUAL FOR ADDITIONAL WARNINGS AND INFORMATION ON AIR BAGS, SEAT BELTS AND CHILD SEATS.
  • ATTENTION ASSIST®

    ATTENTION ASSIST®

    The first system of its kind, ATTENTION ASSIST continuously monitors different parameters of driving behavior, and can automatically alert the driver with both visual and audible warnings if it detects signs of drowsiness on long trips. Disclaimer

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    Driving while drowsy or distracted is dangerous and must be avoided. ATTENTION ASSIST may be insufficient to alert a fatigued or distracted driver of lane drift and cannot be relied on to avoid an accident or serious injury.
  • PRE-SAFE®

    PRE-SAFE®

    A Mercedes-Benz first, PRE-SAFE can detect instability during certain vehicle maneuvers that suggest a collision or rollover is imminent. It can then tighten the front seat belts, adjust the front passenger seat, and close the windows and sunroof, all in an effort to better prepare the occupants and restraints in the moments before a collision. If no accident occurs, the seat-belt tensioners reverse, and you simply readjust your seat, open the sunroof and continue on your way. Disclaimer

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    PRE-SAFE closes the side windows when the system's sensors detect side movements that suggest a possible rollover. A small gap is left near the fully closed position.
  • Auto-dimming rear view and driver-side mirrors
    

    Auto-dimming rear view and driver-side mirrors

    As sensors on the inside mirror detect the headlamp beams of vehicles behind you, both the inside and driver-side mirrors gradually darken to reduce reflected glare. To help maintain your rear vision, dimming is automatically cancelled when you shift to Reverse or if an interior light is switched on.

  • NECK-PRO front head restraints
    

    NECK-PRO front head restraints

    In the case of a rear impact exceeding a preset threshold, NECK-PRO front head restraints move forward and slightly upward, reducing the distance between the head restraints and the heads of front-seat occupants. This action helps to reduce the possibility or severity of whiplash-type neck injuries.

  • Integrated restraint system

    Integrated restraint system

    The 10 standard air bags in the CLS550 are part of an integrated system designed to work in concert for your protection. Arguably our most important passive safety feature, all four 3-point seat belts are equipped with Emergency Tensioning Devices (ETDs) and belt force limiters. If a collision exceeds a preset threshold, ETDs instantly remove slack from the seat belts. Belt force limiters allow a slight amount of give in the seat belts, to reduce the peak seat-belt forces on the occupant.

  • Body structure
    

    Body structure

    High-strength/low-alloy (HSLA) steel provides greater resistance to bending and flexing than conventional steel of similar weight. HSLA and ultra-high-strength steel are used in critical areas of the body structure, such as the roof pillars, floor and roof crossmembers, door beams and various reinforcements throughout the body.

  • Adaptive Damping System (ADS)
    

    Adaptive Damping System (ADS)

    Incorporated into our innovative AIRMATIC air suspension, ADS continually optimizes ride and handling by automatically selecting one of four damping profiles for each spring-strut every time a wheel changes its direction of up-down travel. Driver-selectable Comfort and Sport modes allow you tailor handling response and ride firmness to your present driving style.

  • Advanced Tire Pressure Monitoring System

    Advanced Tire Pressure Monitoring System

    The Tire Pressure Monitoring System (TPMS) can automatically detect a substantial loss of tire pressure in any wheel and alert the driver via a warning message in the multifunction display. The advanced TPMS can also display the numeric tire pressure for each mounted wheel.

  • Antilock Braking System (ABS)
    

    Antilock Braking System (ABS)

    Enjoy the strong, controlled stopping power of dual-circuit power-assisted 4-wheel disc brakes, backed by an Antilock Braking System (ABS). ABS senses impending wheel lockup under heavy braking and pumps the front brakes individually or the rear brakes together. This intelligent system can pump the brakes as needed up to 30 times per second, to prevent lockup and preserve the driver's steering ability. Disclaimer

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    Braking effectiveness also depends on proper brake maintenance, and tire and road conditions.
  • Brake Assist (BAS®)
    

    Brake Assist (BAS®)

    Brake Assist senses emergency braking via the speed at which the driver presses the brake pedal and immediately applies maximum available power boost. Brake Assist can potentially reduce the overall stopping distance by eliminating the delay caused by a common human tendency not to brake hard enough, soon enough. Letting up on the brake pedal releases Brake Assist. Disclaimer

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    Braking effectiveness also depends on proper brake maintenance, and tire and road conditions.
  • Electronic Stability Program (ESP®)

    Electronic Stability Program (ESP®)

    This safety breakthrough first introduced by Mercedes-Benz continually monitors your driving inputs and the vehicle's motion to help keep it going in your intended direction, especially in corners and during evasive maneuvers. If it detects wheelspin, severe understeer (plowing), or oversteer (fishtailing), ESP can brake individual wheels and reduce engine power to help bring the vehicle under control. Disclaimer

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    No system, regardless of how advanced, can overcome the laws of physics or correct careless driving. Please always wear your seat belt. Performance is limited by available traction, which snow, ice and other conditions can affect. Always drive carefully, consistent with conditions. Best performance in snow is obtained with winter tires.
  • SmartKey
    

    SmartKey

    The SmartKey remote control integrates remote door locks and trunk opener, a removable valet key, and a remote panic alarm. You may selectively unlock only the driver's door and fuel filler, or all four doors plus the trunk and fuel filler.

  • Mercedes-Benz mbrace2™
    

    Mercedes-Benz mbrace2™

    From your car, your computer or your compatible smartphone, mbrace2™ offers the industry's most comprehensive range of features for more connected, safe and productive drive time. From making your everyday life easier to helping out in an emergency, mbrace2 combines advanced cloud-based and GPS technology with 24-hour support from helpful experts. The mbrace hardware is standard, and a trial period for each of the three mbrace Packages is included. Disclaimer

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    All Mercedes-Benz mbrace® services operate only where cellular and Global Positioning Satellite signals are available, which are provided by third parties and not within the control of Mercedes-Benz USA, LLC. An mbrace Package trial period is offered on new, Certified Pre-Owned and pre-owned sales and leases at an authorized Mercedes-Benz dealer. Subscriber Agreement is required for service to be active. Some services are only available on select vehicles. Your PIN is required in order to use certain services. Some services may be limited or restricted in some areas. Driver is responsible for complying with traffic and other laws. See your dealer or MBUSA.com/mbrace for details.
    
    mbrace is compatible with select Apple iPhone® models running iOS 4.2 or later, and Android-based phones running OS 2.1 or later.
    
    Roadside Assistance repairs may involve charges for parts, service and towing. Vehicle must be accessible from main roads. Depending on the circumstance, these services may be provided by an outside provider, courtesy of Mercedes-Benz Roadside Assistance. Restricted roadways, acts of nature and vehicle accessibility may limit our ability to provide services to you. For full details, eligibility requirements, and limitations/exclusions of Sign and Drive services, as well as the Roadside Assistance Program, please see your dealer.
  • Antitheft alarm system

    Antitheft alarm system

    The standard antitheft alarm system is armed automatically when you lock your Mercedes from the outside. It sounds the horn and flashes the exterior lights if a door, the trunk or the hood is opened without first unlocking the vehicle. You can also sound the alarm by pressing the red "panic" button on your SmartKey remote when you're within range of your vehicle.

  • Rain-sensing windshield wipers
    

    Rain-sensing windshield wipers

    Rain-sensing windshield wipers automatically adjust the intermittent wiper frequency based on the amount of rainfall.

   
• Comfort
  & Convenience
   
  • Leather upholstery
    

    Leather upholstery

    Supple, richly grained double-stitched leather is hand-fitted to the seating surfaces and head restraints.

  • 14-way power front seats with 3-position memory
    

    14-way power front seats with 3-position memory

    Intuitive, seat-shaped controls help you and your front passenger find your ideal seating positions with 14-way power adjustment, including 4-way power lumbar support. A memory system for each front seat recalls three stored seat positions with the touch of a button. The driver-seat memory also includes the power steering column and side mirror positions.

  • Heated front seats

    Heated front seats

    Electrically heated front seats quickly take the chill out of even the coldest day. Three levels of warming automatically step down after several minutes to the lowest setting.

  • Dual-zone automatic climate control
    

    Dual-zone automatic climate control

    Separate left and right temperature controls allow the driver and front passenger to enjoy personalized comfort. In addition to fully automatic or manual control of blower speed and airflow distribution, the system includes sun and humidity sensors, and an integrated filtration system that helps remove dust, pollen and even odors from the cabin air.

  • HomeLink™ garage door opener

    HomeLink™ garage door opener

    Three buttons on the rear view mirror can be programmed to operate many types of garage door openers, security gates and other HomeLink-compatible features. Disclaimer

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    HomeLink and the HomeLink house icon are registered trademarks of Johnson Controls.
  • Brake HOLD feature
    

    Brake HOLD feature

    Whether you're stuck in traffic or stopped on a hill, the HOLD feature lets you keep the brakes applied without your foot on the brake pedal. After bringing the vehicle to a stop, an additional press of the brake pedal activates the feature and illuminates a "HOLD" icon in the instrument cluster, letting you know you can relax your foot. The brake lamps stay illuminated while the car remains braked. When you´re ready to move, just press the accelerator to release the feature and go. Disclaimer

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    HOLD feature does not replace the parking brake and is not to be used for parking. Driver should not exit the vehicle while HOLD function is activated. See Operator´s Manual for important warnings and information.
   
• Audio
  & Entertainment
   
  • COMAND with central controller
    

    COMAND with central controller

    Featuring a 7-inch high-resolution color-LCD display and a central controller on the console, the Cockpit Management and Data (COMAND) system gives you convenient control of audio, video, hands-free calling and optional navigation functions. Many features can also be accessed via the integrated steering-wheel controls.

  • harman/kardon LOGIC7® sound system with Dolby® Digital 5.1
    

    harman/kardon LOGIC7® sound system with Dolby® Digital 5.1

    Specifically engineered for the CLS-Class, this premium digital sound system fills the cabin with 610 watts of beautifully balanced audio. No fewer than 14 strategically placed speakers deliver a wholly immersive listening experience through Dolby Digital 5.1 surround sound technology. Digital Dynamic Volume Control impeccably and imperceptibly maintains the sound spectrum for consistent listening pleasure in varying driving conditions. Disclaimer

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    harman/kardon and LOGIC7 are registered trademarks of Harman International Industries, Inc. Dolby is a registered trademark of Dolby Laboratories, Inc. All rights reserved.
  • Hard-drive navigation
    

    Hard-drive navigation

    Using GPS technology and an 80GB hard drive to store maps and points of interest, this virtual copilot provides detailed driving directions with remarkable speed and a friendly voice. The COMAND® system's 7-inch high-resolution color screen also displays gas stations, ATMs and Mercedes-Benz dealerships along your route within the contiguous U.S., Canada and Oahu, Hawaii, with periodic updates available at your authorized Mercedes-Benz dealer. Disclaimer

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    While the navigation system provides directional assistance, the driver must remain focused on safe driving behavior, including paying attention to traffic and street signs. The driver should utilize the system´s audio cues while driving and should only consult the map or visual displays once the vehicle has been stopped in a safe place. Maps do not cover all areas or all routes within an area.
  • Enhanced Voice Control
    

    Enhanced Voice Control

    Place or answer calls and access select phonebooks hands-free with standard Bluetooth connectivity. When your compatible phone is synched with the vehicle, you can enjoy hands-free conversations over the audio system. Enhanced Voice Control lets you control the phone, audio and navigation by saying city names and your phonebook contacts normally, with no need to spell them out. It even screens out "ums" and "ahs" and understands "yeah" for "yes."
    Visit http://www.mercedes-benz-mobile.com/us/en/ to learn more. Disclaimer

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    Link: Visit http://www.mercedes-benz-mobile.com/us/en/ for details.
  • Hands-free Bluetooth® interface
    

    Hands-free Bluetooth® interface

    Place and answer calls, and even access select phonebooks without taking your hands off the steering wheel with standard Bluetooth connectivity for hands-free calling. Pairing your Bluetooth-compatible phone with the vehicle is simpler than ever. Then, just leave your phone in your pocket and enjoy hands-free conversations over the audio system.
    Visit http://www.mercedes-benz-mobile.com/us/en/ to learn more about Bluetooth connectivity. Disclaimer

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    Bluetooth® interface does not provide phone charging or external antenna. Voice interactivity feature is dependent on selected handset. Phone sold separately. See dealer for a list of approved compatible phones. Bluetooth is a registered trademark of Bluetooth SIG, Inc.
    
    Link: Visit http://www.mercedes-benz-mobile.com/us/en/ for details.
  • Bluetooth® audio streaming

    Bluetooth® audio streaming

    Bluetooth audio streaming makes it even easier to enjoy your digital music player. It allows you to connect your Bluetooth-equipped iPod® or other MP3 player wirelessly to your vehicle's audio system for convenient, cable-free playback. Disclaimer

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    Bluetooth is a registered trademark of Bluetooth SIG, Inc.
  • SiriusXM Radio with SiriusXM Traffic and Weather
    

    SiriusXM Radio with SiriusXM Traffic and Weather

    SiriusXM Radio offers 130+ channels of premium digital entertainment, from news, talk and sports to commercial-free music from every genre. Enjoy live broadcasts of the biggest NFL®, NCAA®, NHL® and NBA® teams, plus 150+ college sports teams. While you listen, SiriusXM Traffic keeps you up to date on accidents, traffic, construction and road closures, based on real-time traffic reports. And SiriusXM Weather delivers detailed, graphical weather reports and forecasts. Six months of service are included. Disclaimer

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    The purchase or lease of a new, satellite radio-enabled Mercedes-Benz includes 6 months of SiriusXM Radio service. If you decide to continue your SiriusXM service at the end of this period, all SiriusXM services are sold separately, and the plan you choose will automatically renew and bill at then-current rates until you call 1-866-635-2349 to cancel. See SiriusXM Customer Agreement for complete terms, www.siriusxm.com. Sirius U.S. Satellite service available only to those at least 18 years of age in the 48 contiguous United States, DC and Puerto Rico (with coverage limitations). While the Sirius network of satellites and terrestrial antenna provides nearly seamless service throughout the contiguous U.S., Sirius service may be unavailable or interrupted for a variety of reasons, including environmental or topographical conditions; in certain locations such as tunnels, parking garages, or within or next to large buildings; or near other technologies that can interfere with the Sirius signal.
    Sirius, XM and all related marks and logos are trademarks of Sirius XM Radio Inc.
    
    © 2010 NFL Properties LLC. Team names/logos/indicia are trademarks of the teams indicated. All other NFL-related trademarks are trademarks of the National Football League. NASCAR® is a registered trademark of the National Association for Stock Car Auto Racing, Inc. NHL and the NHL Shield are registered trademarks of the National Hockey League. © NHL 2010. All rights reserved. All other marks and logos are the property of their respective owners. All rights reserved.
    
    SiriusXM Traffic and Weather services are available in select markets, and require an active SiriusXM subscription and hardware.Six months of service are included with new-vehicle purchase or lease. If you decide to continue your service at the end of this period, all SiriusXM services are sold separately. SiriusXM Traffic covers the primary highways in several US major metropolitan areas, with added local information in some markets. Accurate incident information is dependent on locating, verifying and reporting the incident as soon as the incident occurs. Incident information is dependent on various third-party sources and may be delayed.
  • Media Interface
    

    Media Interface

    The Media Interface turns your Mercedes-Benz into an extension of your iPod, compatible MP3 player or similar device. Browse, select and play your music via the vehicle's standard audio controls on the console, dash and steering wheel, or even your voice. Disclaimer

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    All iPod® devices are sold separately. Feature not compatible with iPod Shuffle and Apple 8-PIN "Lightning" connector. See dealer for details. Apple and iPod are registered trademarks of Apple Inc.
  • HD Radio™ receiver
    

    HD Radio™ receiver

    Delivering remarkably clear audio that gives AM stations the crispness of FM radio, and FM stations CD-grade sound, HD Radio technology also offers a larger bandwidth that can actually increase the number of stations available to you. Disclaimer

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    HD Radio is a proprietary trademark of iBiquity Digital Corporation.
  • 10GB Music Register
    

    10GB Music Register

    Music Register allows you to store up to 10GB of your own digital music on the in-dash hard drive. It lets you copy songs from your CDs and DVDs, and save them to your vehicle's audio system, so you can listen to them anytime and anywhere you drive.

  • Gracenote® media database

    Gracenote® media database

    Whether it's on CD, the Music Register or a memory card, Gracenote® is a system that recognizes and identifies the music in your collection by title, artist and other information, and even displays album cover art when it's available. Gracenote helps you easily manage and access all your music, regardless of format.

  • 6-disc CD/DVD changer
    

    6-disc CD/DVD changer

    A single-slot system, the in-dash 6-disc changer plays audio CDs and DVDs. You can even watch a DVD movie while the vehicle is in Park.