New or Significantly Altered Models
- 2006 Mercedes-Benz CLS-Class
- All-new 4-door model is based on the E-series platform. Mercedes calls the CLS a 4-door coupe, but four traditional full-sized door seem to indicate otherwise. Two models offered: the 300hp CLS500 and the 469hp CLS55 AMG. The former being paired with the industry's first 7-speed automatic transmission.
- 2006 Mercedes-Benz M-Class
- All-new second generation M-class is significantly longer and wider than the model it replaces. Two engines are offered: a 3.5L V6 in the ML350 and a 5.0L V8 in the ML500. Both engines are mated to a 7-speed automatic transmission.
- 2006 Mercedes-Benz R-Class
- All-new sport wagon featuring 3 rows of seating is roughly the size of the Sienna minivan only giving up a few inches of height. The R class is offered with a choice of a 3.5L V6 or 5.0L V8. A seven-speed automatic and all-wheel-drive are standard.
Updated Models
- 2006 Mercedes-Benz CLK-class Cabriolet
- CLK320 model is replaced by the CLK350 model. The CLK350 features a new 3.5L V6 and seven-speed automatic. All CLKs receive a new grille and taillights.
- 2006 Mercedes-Benz CLK-class coupe
- CLK320 model is replaced by the CLK350 model. The CLK350 features a new 3.5L V6 and seven-speed automatic. All CLKs receive a new grille and taillights.
- 2006 Mercedes-Benz E-Class Wagon
- The E320 sedan is replaced by the E350. A new 3.5L V6 delivering 268 hp is under the hood. A seven-speed automatic from the E500 sedan is standard. The E-Class wagon adds the E55 AMG model featuring a 5.5L supercharged V8 engine producing 469 hp and 516 lb-ft of torque.
- 2006 Mercedes-Benz S-Class
- New entry-level, short-wheelbase S350 model added. New S65 AMG added as the top of the line S-Class.
Mostly Unchanged
- 2006 Mercedes-Benz C-Class sedan
- The C-Class sedan receives a number of powertrain changes. The C230 is powered by a 201hp, 2.5L V6. The C280 is powered by a 228hp 3.0L V6. The C350 benefits from the 268hp, 3.5L V6 that showed up across the Mercedes-Benz lineup in 2006.
- 2006 Mercedes-Benz CL-Class
- 2006 Mercedes-Benz E-Class sedan
- The E320 sedan is replaced by the E350. A new 3.5L V6 delivering 268 hp is under the hood. A seven-speed automatic from the E500 sedan is standard.
- 2006 Mercedes-Benz G-Class
- After flirting with the idea of cancelling the G-Class, Mercedes-Benz decided to keep building the iconic G500 and G55 AMG.
- 2006 Mercedes-Benz SL-class 2d convertible
- 2006 Mercedes-Benz SLK-class
- A 228hp V6 SLK280 model joins the US lineup.
- 2006 Mercedes-Benz SLR McLaren
Discontinued
- 2005 Mercedes-Benz C-Class
- 2005 Mercedes-Benz C-Class Wagon
