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The 2010 Paris Motor Show is only a few weeks away. And while most auto makers tend to keep big surprises under wraps for this historic event, sometimes a vehicle or two may leak. This is the case with the 2012 Mercedes-Benz CLS, which has been unmasked thanks to a leaked brochure. 

Included in the information are the latest spy photos, official company photos, vehicle specifications and time trial results taken at the Nurburgring Nordschleife test course.

As expected, the 2012 Mercedes-Benz CLS features styling heavily influenced by the E-Class and Shooting Brake Concept. Notable details include flared wheel arches…

Mercedes-Benz has ended production of the first-generation CLS-Class - after several successful years and the hopes that a next-gen version of the vehicle will introduce it to even more customers.

Originally launched in 2004, the CLS started a styling revolution which made "four-door coupe" a household term, almost. Immediately successful, the model would go on to sell more than 170,000 units.

The last car was a CLS550 built for an American customer who specified the AMG styling package, premium leather upholstery, bi-xenon headlights, and other goodies.

Mercedes-Benz will introduce the second-generation CLS at the Paris Motor Show in September.Borrowing…