Mercedes is poised to unveil the Shooting Break concept at Auto China 2010; the precursor to the next generation CLS. The vision of Mercedes' design team, the Shooting Break "points the way towards the future design idiom of Mercedes-Benz", according to chief designer Gorden Wagener.
The exterior design of the new concept car features distinct coupe-like proportions clearly reminiscent of the 2004 CLS, but it is longer (4960mm), wider (1950mm) and taller (1444mm). The design of the front is entirely new, employing elements first seen on the SLS AMG, such as the 'soft nose' grille. In profile, the high beltline sweeps towards the rear and is joined by a character line that is supported by powerful rear wheelarches. A strong shoulder accentuates the narrow DLO and further reinforces the dynamic design.
Inside, the four-seat concept is swathed in leather and natural wood, typical materials that convey luxury. The large full-length center console, tiered IP, door furniture and luggage compartment all incorporate the natural materials — oak was chosen by the design team for its unusual lens-shaped texture while contrast-colored leather and aluminum highlight the high levels of detail.
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