2011 Mercedes-Benz CL63 AMG and CL65 AMG – Overview

New design and new high-tech drive system: the Mercedes-Benz CL 63 AMG is to feature a new cutting-edge look as well as state-of-the-art technology. The stylish visual modifications will be accompanied by a completely newly developed powertrain. The AMG 5.5-litre V8 biturbo engine with a peak output of up to 420 kW (571 hp) and a torque of up to 900 Nm, in combination with the unique AMG SPEEDSHIFT MCT 7-speed sports transmission, contributes towards a considerable increase in driving dynamics, while at the same time guaranteeing a respectable reduction in consumption and emissions. With a fuel consumption of 10.5 litres per 100 kilometres (NEDC combined), the new high-performance coupé not only undercuts its direct competitors – it is also 27 percent more economical in terms of its fuel consumption than the previous model with naturally aspirated V8 engine.

The new CL 63 AMG marks the start of a new chapter in the “AMG Performance 2015? drive strategy: Mercedes-AMG is continuing this impressive story and is meeting its promise to continuously reduce both the fuel consumption and emissions of new models with the new engine/transmission combination – while reaching new heights with the central AMG brand value of “performance”.

According to Ola Källenius, head of Mercedes-AMG GmbH: “We are heading into a new era with the CL 63 AMG: for the first time we have combined spray-guided direct petrol injection with biturbocharging and the stop/start system. Together with the AMG SPEEDSHIFT MCT 7-speed sports transmission, we have reduced both fuel consumption and emissions significantly – while at the same time increasing output and torque.”

Together with the AMG SPEEDSHIFT MCT 7-speed sports transmission, the newAMG 5.5-litre V8 biturbo engine will play a significant role in the Mercedes-AMG model strategy over the coming year. The new engine/transmission combination marks a further milestone in the successful history of Mercedes-AMG, which began back in 1967.
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0to60 - 7/29/2010 11:32:31 AM

+5 Boost

Not of fan of some of the changes but its still my favorite Benz!

FatnSassy - 7/29/2010 10:40:10 AM

+5 Boost

MB is building truely remarkable products.

100tnega - 7/29/2010 3:01:04 PM

+4 Boost

But AMG is making them better. ;-)

Agent63 - 7/30/2010 1:42:12 AM

+1 Boost

The CL600 and the Bentley Continental are my two favorite full size luxury coupes. The SL is great too but in terms of being all out luxury only the CL and Continental GT coupe can sit in front of a fancy restaurant and not look out of place :) It's not cheap either.

Clbenz63amg - 9/23/2010 3:01:05 AM

+1 Boost

Without a shred of a doubt, the CL63 AMG is perphaps the most appealing big super GT in terms of its power, design cues as well as aesthetic lines and finesse.
I love it to bits. In my estimation its a better all round car than the Conti GT.
However, the new CL63 has lost some of the aggressive and manacing stance of the old CL63...And for that reason I still prefer the old brute!!