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Mercedes Benz CL Class Review

Posted on March 10th 2010

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Mercedes Benz CL Class Review

The super luxury car which has power features is here from the German box named Mercedes Benz. The CL Class is a combination of power and luxury. The entire setup of the engine is done according to speed type. The CL Class lacks in manual transmission but who needs it when you are cruising for luxury. The car looks long and wide. Luxury features given with the car are simply superb and one of a kind. The design of the car is done according to new norms. The two door sports car is one of the preferred one when it comes to class and styling.The design of the car is in coupe trim. This ensures aerodynamics of the car have been designed in the best manner possible. Two door car has speed and good stability controls. Apart from the design, the car does offer good luxury controls and equipments, which ensure your drive to be a memorable one.

Mercedes Benz CL Class Review

General data

Overview
Model Mercedes-Benz CL-Class
Body Type Coupe
Number Of Doors 2
Seating Capacity 4
Fuel Capacity 90 Liters
Dimensions
Length 5065 mm
Width 1871 mm
Height 1419 mm
Wheelbase 2955 mm
Ground Clearance 129.6 mm
Minimum Turning Radius 5.8 m
Weight
Kerb Weight 1995 kg (CL 500),
2185 kg (CL 600),
2085 KG (CL 63 AMG),
2240 KG (CL 65 AMG)
Engine
Type 5.5L V8 engine (CL 500)
5.5L V12 engine (CL 600)
6.3L V8 engine (CL 63)
6.0L V12 engine (CL 65)
Number Of Cylinders 8 (CL 500 & CL 63 AMG)
12 (CL 600 & CL 65 AMG)
Displacement 5461 cc (CL 500)
5513 cc (CL 600)
6208 cc (CL 63 AMG)
5980 cc (CL 65 AMG)
Transmission 5-speed automatic transmission
Max. Power 388 PS @ 6000 rpm (CL 500)
517 PS @ 5000 rpm (CL 600)
525 PS @ 6800 rpm (CL 63 AMG)
612 PS @ 4800 rpm (CL 65 AMG)
Max. Torque 530 Nm @ 2800 rpm (CL 500)
830 Nm @ 1900 rpm (CL 600)
630 Nm @ 5200 rpm (CL 63 AMG)
1000 Nm @ 2000-4000 rpm (CL 65 AMG)
Suspension
Front Suspension Active Body Control (ABC)
Rear Suspension Active Body Control (ABC)
Brake
Front Internally ventilated Discs (CL 500 & CL 600)
Composite disc brakes, internally ventilated and perforated
(CL 63 AMG & CL 65 AMG)
Rear Internally ventilated Discs (CL 500 & CL 600)
Composite disc brakes, internally ventilated and perforated
(CL 63 AMG & CL 65 AMG)
Steering Type Rack & pinion speed-sense steering
Tire Size 235/55 R 17 W (CL 500),
255/45 R 18 Y (CL 600),
275/40 R 19 Y (CL 63 AMG),
275/35 R 20 Y (CL 65 AMG)

Additional data

  • 5-speed automatic transmission (CL 600)
  • 7G-TRONIC 7-speed automatic transmission (CL 500 and CL 500 4MATIC)
  • Stowage compartment behind rear armrest
  • Active Body Control (ABC)
  • ADAPTIVE BRAKE with HOLD function and hill start assist
  • Adaptive brake light
  • Adaptive windscreen wipers with one-touch control and rain sensor with two sensitivity levels
  • Airbags with dual-stage trigger sensors and side bags front and back - plus window bags
  • AMG SPEEDSHIFT 5-speed automatic transmission (CL 65 AMG)
  • AMG SPEEDSHIFT 7G-TRONIC (CL 63 AMG)
  • Electrically adjustable and folding exterior mirrors left and right
  • Courtesy lights in the doors
  • Front passenger seat adjustable from driver’s seat
  • Brake Assist (BAS)
  • DIRECT SELECT selector lever with steering-wheel gearshift buttons
  • Getting in and out of the front of the CL-Class has never been easier thanks to EASY ENTRY and automatic steering-wheel adjustment, deactivable
  • Chromed stainless-steel entrance strip with Mercedes-Benz corporate lettering (CL 600)
  • Electric parking brake with comfort release function
  • Electronic Stability Program (ESP®) with ABS and ASR
  • Dynamic multi contour front seats with massage function and PRE-SAFE® positioning function for passenger (CL 600 and CL 65 AMG)
  • Headlamp Assist
  • Power windows front and rear with PRE-SAFE® closing function at the front
  • Luggage net at side of luggage compartment
  • Remote-control boot lid (open/close)
  • Dark burr walnut wood trim (CL 500, CL 500 4MATIC and CL 63 AMG)
  • High-gloss natural poplar wood trim (CL 600 and CL 65 AMG)
  • Automatic dimming for interior and driver-side exterior mirrors
  • ISOFIX child seat attachment points in rear
  • Automatic climate control
  • Leather upholstery (CL 500)
  • Light-alloy wheels
  • Memory package for front seats, steering column and mirrors

Power and Performance
The two door coupe handles perfectly when it comes to curves or turns. As said the aerodynamics play an important role in the handling of the car. Apart from its luxury features the V12 engine as an option is one of the best in its class. Well, it does come for a price which is high, but it’s worth the value as you are getting a superb designed engine which is best in everything. The car accelerates from 0-100 under 4 seconds flat. The coupe is one of the best in its German Class of power vehicle. The display profile of the vehicle is low which makes it fast on straights.The v12 monster develops 612bhp of raw power. This is one of the best power machines created by Mercedes Benz. Navigation system ensures that you don’t get away from the road. Lot of detail is given to the engine part. Power shifting the vehicle engages it to be in power mode. Power mode is fast and edgy when it comes to red line gear change. The car throttles up to three digit mark in no time.

Mercedes Benz CL Class Review

Looks and styling
The two door car looks totally sport and one of a kind. The coupe is designed to give power and luxury. It comes in a lovely range of colors, including Arctic White and metallic colors such as Alubeam, Barolo Red, Capri Blue, Designo Graphite, Designo Mocha Black, Designo Mystic White, Iridium Silver, Jade Green, Majestic Black, Pewter and Titanium Grey.The cabin of the CL Class is spacious for two passengers. Since it’s a sports car it offers less luxury compared to other versions. Apart from the performance the interiors have everything which is needed in a sports car. The dials of the vehicle are designed in easy view manner. The updated details on the dashboard ensure to give a racy feeling while power shifting the car.

Why the Mercedes Benz CL Class

  • Superb control
  • Powerful engine
  • Top notch electronics
  • Best in its class

Why not the Mercedes Benz CL Class

  • Manual Transmission not available

    The Judge Says
    Good car in terms of speed and luxury. The set up of the car is done according to new specifications. It has speed and luxury too, but as the price is concerned it is a value product. Best car in its class and has one of the best features, in terms of luxury and engine power.

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