2005 Mercedes-Benz CL-Class Overview

Introduction

When looking for high-tech, high-class, and high-performance in one package, the Mercedes-Benz CL-Class provides all three in one impressive coupe.

The CL500 is powered by a more than capable 5.0L V-8 engine, which produces 302 hp @ 5600 rpm and 339 lb-ft of torque @ 2700 rpm. For those looking for something more, the CL600 ups the ante with a 5.5L V-12 engine, with an output of 493 hp @ 5000 rpm and 590 lb-ft of torque @ 1800 rpm bringing the CL class into the supercar landscape. In addition to the bigger engine, the CL600 offers a 5-speed automatic transmission over the CL500's 7-speed. Both vehicles come standard with an array of standard features including power leather driver and passenger seats with 3 memory settings each, Bose sound system, and power tilting and telescoping steering wheel, along with many others. Both models have numerous options which include navigation, Sirius satellite radio, Keyless Go, heated steering wheel, and an AMG performance package. For those looking for the complete AMG experience, they may opt for either a CL55 AMG or CL65 AMG model. These models boost horsepower to 493 @ 6100 rpm in the CL55 and 604 @ 5500 rpm in the CL65.

Changes from 2004 to 2005 include the deletion of the complimentary scheduled maintenance program.