The new 2011/2012 CLS picture finally leaked

Thanks to these scanned images from a leaked product brochure caught by Mercedes-Benz Passion Blog, it is quite clear that the CLS is in for quite a change. According to Mark Kleis, the front end is much more angular and aggressive- which I very much agree with. In addition, the bumper still carries that brand design seen in the E-class, M-class and others which is the angular design that begins at both ends of the bumper, then fall right under the front grill all the way to the bottom. This also contributes to the sport angrier look with its new looking head lamps.

Towards the back, the CLS is getting significantly bigger fender flares, giving the Mercedes hips that look almost Bentley-like. A much flashier pair of tailights are easy to see as well.

This new CLS is expected to come with a wide range of petrol and diesel motors, as well as a BlueHybrid model that will use the same hybrid system as the S400 BlueHybrid. One engine that has been confirmed is a new twin-turbocharged 4.6-liter V8, good for 435 horsepower and 513 lb-ft of torque. Expect an AMG variant sporting the Bi-turbo 5.5-liter V8 to come in the relatively near future – boasting 563 horsepower and 664 lb-ft of torque.

 The car is set to be launched in January 2011. The model caught during a photo shoot by our spy photographers is the CLS 350 CGI.