C215 Mercedes-Benz CL-Class

the second generation of cl w215-chassis coupé of 1999–2006. based on mercedes-benz s-class (w220) (which launched in late 1998 in europe), though rides on 8-inch (203 mm) shorter wheelbase. cl s front fascia of 4 oval headlights similar of w210 , w211 e-class. cl offered 4 models: v8-powered cl 500, na v8-powered cl55 amg, supercharged v8-powered cl55 amg, na v12-powered cl 600 (2000-2002), limited production (about 200 per year worldwide), 5.5 litre v12 bi-turbo cl600 (2003-2006), rare limited-edition na cl63 amg (26 examples only), 2000 na cl55 amg f1 edition (55 examples only), , limited production (196 total) 6.0 litre v12 bi-turbo cl65 amg (2004-2006). models seat four. development took place 1993 1999, final design being approved in 1996.

the cl coupés come equipped latest in mercedes-benz technology, , along s-class saloons cl coupés receive new technological features (it introduced refined active body control active suspension system , bi-xenon hid lights). active body control uses 4 hydraulic suspension rams use 3 pressure regulators connected combination power steering , suspension pump, pushing fluid @ pressure of 2,960 psi (20,400 kpa) through system that, along several intermediate computers , master cpu, keeps car absolutely flat through corners. cl class has lengthy list of custom available features. following features standard: climate control, abc (hydraulic) suspension, all-leather interior, designer wood trim, trip computer, cd, navigation system, front heated seats, power moonroof, power door , trunk closing assist. optional features include heated steering wheel , voice-activated telephone, as, front fan-cooled , heated seats.

the cl63 amg rarest w215 cl of all. produced in november 2001 , 26 examples sold. engine produces 438 bhp , 390 lb-ft torque between 2500 - 5800 rpm, peak of 457 @ 4400 rpm. uk examples registered in march 2002. v12-powered cl63 amg sold in europe , asia. mercedes-benz never offered w215 cl63 sale; sold exclusively through amg.

the 2000 cl55 amg f1 extremely rare total production of 55 units. tribute modified safety car version used in formula 1 during 1999 , 2000 seasons. engine naturally-aspirated 5.4-liter v8 delivering 354 bhp @ 5500 rpm, , 391 ft lbs torque @ 4100 rpm. first road car feature full ceramic brembo vented , cross drilled disc brakes.

from 2000 through 2002, v12-equipped cars featured cylinder deactivation system called active cylinder control. feature dropped when 500 ps (368 kw; 493 hp) bi-turbo v12 introduced. deactivation feature allowed cl 600 better fuel economy comparable cl 500, on road six-cylinder operation used. engine 2 mercedes six-cylinder series engines mated common crank appropriate engine monitoring systems.

exclusive “designo” packages available. these packages add custom color metallic paint, custom color nappa leather interior , exotic wood trims. available in 3 variants: designo cashmere, designo espresso , designo silver. additional variants can found on rarer models. there optional granite trim took place of wood.

in 2003 engine options changed. cl 55 amg became supercharged allowing car accelerate 0-60 mph in 4.27 sec according motor trend , v12 cl 600 had 2 turbochargers added , slight engine reduction, 5980 cc 5513 cc. both cars produced 500 ps (368 kw; 493 hp) distinction, again, ghost quietness of cl 600 compared rather noisy cl 55 amg. cl 600 hp conservatively rated mercedes-benz not take sales away amg cl 55. dyno tested stock cl 600 closer 540 hp. car & driver s acceleration test delivered 0-60 time of 4.3 seconds. more powerful cl 65 (2004-2006) produced 612 ps (450 kw; 604 hp). top speed of cl 65 limited 250 km/h (155 mph). these numbers stock performance ratings amg cl 65.

mercedes-benz cl 500 coupe.


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as major german manufacturers (except porsche), mercedes electronically limits of cars 250 km/h (155 mph).

* electronically limited