|
|
|
|
|
|
|
 |
|
New Models - Mercedes-Benz CL-class
|
Luxury
|
|
| CL lands with more powerful engines |
Long and sleek: The CL continues the coupe’s pillarless window treatment.
Seventh-generation coupe mimics S-class styling
By NEIL McDONALD
18 January 2007
|
|
MERCEDES-Benz has released local specifications and pricing for the stunning seventh-generation CL-class coupe ahead of its March arrival.
The two-door CL-class will be available in three models – the CL500, CL63 AMG and range-topping V12 bi-turbo CL600.
Prices start from $308,000 for the CL500, $383,000 for the CL 63AMG costing $383,000 and $389,000 for the uber-coupe CL600.
Both the V8 and V12 engines deliver more power and torque and also offer active body control (ABC) suspension system.
The CL500 delivers 285kW and generates a maximum torque of 530Nm from 2800 rpm, delivering 26 per cent more power and 15 per cent more torque than the existing V8.
The CL500 accelerates from zero to 100 km/h in 5.4 seconds, compared to the previous car's 6.3 seconds and delivers a combined fuel figure of 12.1L/100km.
The bi-turbo 12-cylinder engine under the bonnet of the CL 600 offers a 12kW lift in power, now 380kW and 30Nm more torque, now 830Nm from 1900rpm to 3500rpm.
The CL600 accelerates from 0 to 100 km/h in 4.6 seconds compared to 4.8 seconds for the previous model while its combine fuel figure is 14.3L/100km.
Despite the significant performance boost, the V12 engine consumes 0.4 litres less fuel than the previous CL600 per 100km.
The CL63 AMG sports the same 6.2-litre V8 engine shared with other Mercedes models.
The 385kW/630Nm engine is matched to the seamless AMG Speedshift 7G-tronic seven-speed automatic. It has a combined fuel figure of 14.9L/100km
Visually, the CL mimics styling cues from the S-class sedan with its bulging wheelarches and eyebrow-style headlights while inside, the cabin is tailored in a manner befitting a luxury two-door coupe. The pillar-less design carries over, with a low, sweeping roofline carrying through to the short bootlid.
 The interior is available in five colours and offers an impressive array of technical and luxury features as standard such as the Mercedes' Comand system (Cockpit Management and Data System) with integrated satellite navigation, DVD and television tuner, keyless-go startup function, pre-safe accident system, brake assist plus, Distronic Plus proximity cruise control, parking sensors with reversing camera, night view assist with infrared headlights, voice activated radio and tyre pressure monitoring system.
The Racetime and IWC analogue clock also feature in the CL AMG.
The CL600 offers dynamic multi-contour seats with exclusive Passion leather upholstery, which inflate as part of the pre-safe system to protect front seat occupants.
At 5065mm long, 1871mm wide and 1418mm high, the body is 75mm longer, 14mm wider and 20mm higher than before, providing cabin space or four occupants.
Boot capacity has increased from 450 litres to 490 litres.
The car's ABC suspension delivers precise handling and ride comfort. Based on sensor signals and using specially designed hydraulic cylinders at the axles, ABC all but entirely eliminates the customary pitch and roll of the body that occur when moving off, cornering and braking.
At speeds above 60 km/h, ABC lowers the body by up to 10mm to reduce drag and improve handling stability.
Mercedes-Benz sold more than 46,000 of the previous-generation CL globally.
|
|
|
| | |
GoAuto
