NEW FOR 2014:
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Mercedes-Benz’s upscale two-door CL-Class model moves into 2014 unchanged.
The CL comes in four drivetrain-based trims, starting with the CL 550 4MATIC, powered by a bi-turbo 4.7L V8 making 429 hp and 516 lb-ft of torque. The next step is the CL 600, which uses a 5.5L bi-turbo V12 capable of 510 hp and 612 lb-ft. Topping the range are a pair of AMG-tuned models: the CL 63 AMG uses 5.5L bi-turbo V8 good for 563 hp and 664 lb-ft, while the ne-plus-ultra CL 65 AMG gets a bi-turbo 6.0L V12 that makes 621 hp and an awesome 738 lb-ft.
As their names suggest, only the most basic model comes with AWD, which isn’t offered with the stronger engines. CL 550 and CL 63 AMG cars get seven-speed transmissions—the 63 AMG’s being a dual-clutch type—while the CL 600 and CL 65 AMG share a five-speed unit.
CL 550 4MATIC models come with 19-inch wheels, automatic climate control, adaptive brake system with hill start assist, navigation system, voice control, Harman/Kardon Logic7 surround sound system, Sirius satellite radio, Bluetooth connectivity, active bi-xenon headlamps with washers, cornering lights and Adaptive Highbeam Assist, electronic parking brake with convenience release function, power-assisted soft-close trunk, power-folding heated mirrors with integrated turn signals, rain-sensing wipers, heated washer system, 14-way power-adjustable heated seats with three-position memory and Passion leather upholstery, high-gloss Burl Walnut trim, heated wood and leather steering wheel, steering wheel-mounted shifter buttons, power sunroof, auto-dimming rearview and driver’s side mirror, ambient lighting, pneumatic rear head restraints, power tilt and telescopic steering column, auto up/down windows, power rear sunshade, Keyless Go, LED exterior lighting package, Parktronic with parking guidance, Attention Assist, garage door opener, continuously variable door hold system, cruise control, TeleAid emergency calling, tire pressure monitoring system, and rearview camera. The AVANTGARDE Edition package adds Climate Comfort front seats, Drive-Dynamic Multicontour front seats, DISTRONIC PLUS, active blind spot assist, active lane keeping assist, and night view assist.
The CL600 builds on the CL550 4Matic and adds Active Body Control, heated and cooled Drive-Dynamic multi-contour seats with massage function, exclusive Passion leather upholstery, Poplar wood trim, Alcantara headliner, adaptive cruise control, Night View Assist, and blind spot monitoring system.
The CL63 AMG adds 20-inch alloy wheels, steering wheel-mounted shifter paddles, Active Body Control, heated and cooled Drive-Dynamic multi-contour seats with massage function, Active Blind Spot Assist, Active Lane Keeping Assist, and Alcantara headliner. The AVANTGARDE Edition package adds DISTRONIC PLUS, active blind spot assist, active lane keeping assist, night view assist, raised top speed (300 km/h), 20-inch AMG twin 5-spoke forged wheels, 27 additional horsepower, 74 additonal lb-ft of torque, AMG carbon fibre trim, and carbon fibre engine cover.
The CL65 AMG builds on the CL63 AMG and adds exclusive Passion leather upholstery, heated wood and leather steering wheel, adaptive cruise control, Night View Assist, Active Blind Spot Assist, and Active Lane Keeping Assist.
Type | 2-door, 4-passenger full-size coupe |
Layout | Front engine/rear-wheel drive/AWD |
Engine | 4.7-litre V8, DOHC, 32 valves, turbo |
5.5-litre V12, SOHC, 36 valves, turbo | |
5.5-litre V8, DOHC, 32 valves, turbo | |
6.0-litre V12, SOHC, 36 valves, turbo | |
Horsepower | 429 @ 5250 rpm |
510 @ 5000 rpm | |
563 @ 5500 rpm | |
621 @ 4800 rpm | |
Torque (lb-ft) | 516 @ 1800-3500 rpm |
612 @ 1800-3500 rpm | |
664 @ 2250-3750 rpm | |
738 @ 2300-4300 rpm | |
Transmission | 7-speed automatic (CL550, CL63 AMG) |
5-speed automatic (CL600, CL65 AMG) | |
Tires CL550 | P255/40R19 all-season |
Tires CL600 | P255/40R19 all-season (front) |
P275/40R19 all-season (rear) | |
Tires CL63, CL65 | P255/35R20 performance (front) |
P275/35R20 performance (rear) | |
Curb weight CL550 | 2120 kg (4673 lbs) |
Curb weight CL600 | 2185 kg (4817 lbs) |
Curb weight CL63 | 2135 kg (4706 lbs) |
Curb weight CL65 | 2245 kg (4949 lbs) |
Wheelbase | 2955 mm (116.3 in) |
Length CL550, CL600 | 5095 mm (200.5 in) |
Length CL63, CL65 | 5106 mm (201.0 in) |
Width | 1871 mm (73.6 in)(w/out mirrors) |
Width CL550, CL600 | 2130 mm (83.8 in)(w/mirrors) |
Width CL63, CL65 | 2139 mm (84.2 in)(w/mirrors) |
Height CL550, CL600 | 1419 mm (55.8 in) |
Height CL63 | 1426 mm (56.1 in) |
Height CL65 | 1428 mm (56.2 in) |
Cargo capacity | 490 litres (17.3 cu. ft.) |
Fuel consumption | |
4.6L V8 bi-turbo 7AT AWD (L/100km) | EnerGuide City: 15.4; Highway: 10.4 |
5.5L V12 bi-turbo 5AT RWD (L/100km)(2014) | EnerGuide City: 18.1; Highway: 11.2 |
5.5L V8 bi-turbo 7AT RWD (L/100km) | EnerGuide City: 15.4; Highway: 11.0 |
6.0L V12 bi-turbo 5AT RWD (L/100km)(2014) | EnerGuide City: 17.4; Highway: 10.9 |
Fuel type | Premium |
Warranty | 4 yrs/80,000 km |
Powertrain warranty | 4 yrs/80,000 km |
Side airbags | Standard |
Curtain airbags | Standard |
Anti-lock brakes | Standard |
Traction control | Standard |
Stability control | Standard |
Assembly location | Afalterbach, Germany |
Trim | Transmission | MSRP | Destination |
CL 550 4MATIC | Automatic 7 Speed | $135,600 | N/A |
CL 600 | Automatic 5 Speed | $195,200 | N/A |
CL 63 AMG | Automatic 7 Speed | $163,000 | N/A |
CL 65 AMG | Automatic 5 Speed | $243,000 | N/A |