2008 Mercedes-Benz CL-Class Overview

Introduction

The Mercedes-Benz CL-Class is perfect for those who want a luxurious, athletic rear-wheel drive coupe.

Available in four models the CL-Class is a two door grand touring coupe, with seating for four. The CL550, CL600, CL63 AMG, and CL65 AMG all include Active Body Control, Active Curve Bi-Xenon headlights, moonroof, and a Harman Kardon LOGIC7® audio system. The CL550 is powered by a 382 hp 5.5-liter V-8 engine and seven-speed automatic transmission with Touchshift manual shift control. The CL600 includes a 510 hp biturbo 5.5-liter V-12 engine and five-speed automatic transmission with Touchshift manual shift control. The high-performance CL63 AMG uses a 518 hp 6.2-liter V-8 engine and seven-speed automatic transmission with AMG Speedshift manual shift control. The CL65 AMG coupe includes a potent 604 hp biturbo 6.0 liter V-12 engine paired with a five-speed automatic transmission with AMG Speedshift manual shift control. Standard safety features include front, side, and side curtain airbags, stability control, and traction control.

The CL Class carries over with minimal change from 2007.