Now with presence to match its price

Overview Information

Mercedes-Benz has a long history in luxury coupes that dates back to the early 1950's. Each generation of coupes have been on the cutting edge of luxury, technology, and performance. The latest CL 550 and CL 600 coupes have more power and luxury features than their well-equipped predecessors. The V-8 powered CL 550 has an ample 382-bhp, while the V-12 CL 600 has an even more generous 510-bhp. Bold, aggressive styling visually separates the CL from other Mercedes-Benz vehicles, and resembles no current Mercedes-Benz. As the flagship luxury coupe from Mercedes, the CL offers a dizzying variety of trim options. For instance, there are three types of leather upholstery, matched with black ash/burl walnut (CL 550) or poplar wood (CL 600), special designo seats (CL 600), wood/leather steering wheel (CL 600), upgraded leather interior (CL 600), Alcantara headliner (CL 600), and aluminum interior switches and controls. The new CL redefines Mercedes-Benz styling. There is no denying the understated power and grace of this stunning coupe. In the stratospheric $100K+ coupe market, the CL retains its status as the benchmark in its class.

What Changed:

The CL550 will offered with standard 4MATIC all-wheel-drive. The CL63, CL600, and CL65 remain rear-wheel-drive.

Official Word:

The luxurious 2009 CL550 coupe (382 hp, 391 lb.-ft) will receive the latest version of the Mercedes-Benz 4MATIC all-wheel drive system as standard equipment. As modern all-wheel-drive systems become even more refined, they are increasingly popular, especially in the luxury car market. With negligible weight and fuel-efficiency tradeoffs, full-time all-wheel-drive systems provide year-round traction and stability benefits on both wet and dry roads. The V8-powered 518hp CL63 AMG and the V12-powered 510 hp CL600 and 604...Read.

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