The latest and all-new CL65 AMG appears to largely copy the looks of its lesser CL63 AMG counterpart, but does get a few unique styling cues of its own. The CL65's lone grille bar is wider than that of the CL63, and the lower front splitter gets a metallic treatment.
Out back is essentially the same story, with the CL65 gaining a chrome accent below its bumper and oval rather than rectangular exhaust outlets, hinting at the CL65’s extra power.
The biggest news under the CL65 AMG’s long hood is a modest bump in power – from 604 to 621 horsepower. New exhaust gas turbochargers are largely responsible for the increase in power, although the German automaker also chalks up the changes to an increased inlet diameter on the compressor housing and revised engine management electronics. Torque remains 738 lb-ft. from 2,300 to 4,300, but Mercedes-Benz says that the big V12 is capable of an astonishing 885 lb-ft.
Mercedes-Benz ultimately was forced to de-tune the engine to "just" 738 lb-ft of torque in order to keep from grenading its most robust transmission, a five-speed automatic.
Available in four models the CL-Class is a two door grand touring coupe, with seating for four. The CL550 4Matic, CL600, CL63 AMG, and CL65 AMG all include Active Curve Bi-Xenon headlights, sunroof, and a Harman Kardon LOGIC7® audio system. The CL550 4Matic is powered by a 429-hp 4.6-liter V8 engine and seven-speed automatic transmission with Touchshift manual shift control. The CL600 includes a 510-hp bi-turbo 5.5-liter V12 engine and five-speed automatic transmission with Touchshift manual shift control. The high-performance CL63 AMG uses a 536-hp 5.5-liter V8 engine and seven-speed automatic transmission with AMG Speedshift manual shift control. The CL65 AMG coupe includes a potent 604-hp bi-turbo 6.0-liter V12 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. Nightview Assist Plus, Active Lane Keeping Assist and Active Blind Spot Assist with automatic brake intervention are available options on most models.
Pricing Information
MSRP: $211,000
Invoice: $196,230
Technical Specs
Engine
Standard Engine: 6.0L V12
Standard Transmission: 5 Speed Automatic
Cylinders: 12
Horsepower @RPM: 621@4800
Fuel Economy Cty/Hwy: 12/18
Combined Fuel Economy: 14
EPA Class: Compact
Number of Valves: 36
Torque @RPM: N/A
Fuel Type System: Gas Engine / Sequential Electronic Fuel Injected, Sequential Port Fuel Injected Sequential, Multi-Port Fuel Injected
Turbo (Yes/No): Yes
Overdrive Transmission: Yes
Battery Output: N/A
Compression: 9.0:1
Displacement: 5980/365
Bore X Stroke: 3.25×3.66
Cruising Range: 333.2 miles
Final Drive Gear Ratio Opt: N/A
Power to Weight Ratio: N/A
Final Drive Ratio: Yes
Valves Configuration: Single Overhead Cam
Supercharged: No
Electric HorsePower RPM: N/A
Electric Torque Feet Per Pound: N/A
Electric Torque RPM: N/A
Electric HorsePower BHP: N/A
Standard Features
Anti-Theft & Locks
Vehicle Anti-Theft Via Alarm and Engine Immobilizer
Selective Locking/Unlocking
Locking Fuel Filler Door
Vehicle Anti-Lockout
Programmable Power Door Locks Operated Via Remote and Internal Switch With Automatic Locking
Valet Lockout
Vehicle Theft Tracking Notification Included With mbrace In-Vehicle Technology
Power Decklid Lock/Unlock
Braking & Traction
Automatic Release Parking Brake
Brake Assist Plus (BAS Plus) Electronic Brake Assistance
Traction Control
Hill Start Control
Auto Engage Parking Brake
AMG 2-Setting Electronic Stability Control (ESC) Vehicle Stability Control System
Front Power 391-mm Ventilated Disc and Rear Power 366-mm Ventilated Disc Brakes
4-Wheel Anti-Lock Brakes
Automatic Brake Drying
Predictive Brake Priming Brake Optimization System
Doors
Power Trunk Lid
Latching Power Door Closers
Electrical
Battery
Front Power Outlet
Drive-By-Wire Control For Shifting and Throttle
Delayed Power Retention
Rear Seat Power Outlet
Engines & Emissions
Twin-Turbochargers With Dual Intercoolers
Turbocharged 6.0-Liter, 60-Degree V12, 36-Valve, SOHC, SEFI Engine; Front Mounted With Horsepower Of 621@4800, Torque Of 738@2000, Alloy Block and Alloy Cylinder Heads
Extended Service Interval
24-Hour Roadside Assistance Provided Throughout The Life Of The Vehicle Regardless Of Mileage or Ownership Transfer; May Involve Charges For Parts, Service and Towing; Services May Be Provided By an Outside Service; Roadside Assistance Warranty For Unlimited Miles, Unlimited Months
Entertainment, Communication & Navigation
Mercedes-Benz mbrace(TM): Safety & Security, Navigation, Destination Planning & Convenience Services Via Vehicle, Online & Compatible Smartphones. More Info: www.MBUSA.com/mbrace
GPS and Hard Drive Navigation Aid With Real-Time Traffic, 8-In. Screen, Voice Activation and Zagat Survey(R) Restaurant Guide
Front Auxiliary Audio Input Jack
DVD Player Located In Front Row With 8-In. Screen Located In Front Dash
Radio Data System
USB Port
Wireless Communication Access For Bluetooth(R) Enabled Devices
Vehicle Location System Included With mbrace In-Vehicle Technology
Subwoofer
SD Card Reader
Hard Drive With 40GB Total; 32.8GB For Navigation and 7.2GB For Music
Harman/Kardon(R) HD AM/FM Radio With 600-Watts, Speed Sensitive Volume, LOGIC7(R) Surround Sound and 11 Speakers Total; 6-Disc CD Changer; MP3 Player; SiriusXM(TM) Satellite Radio (Includes 6 Months Of Service)
Front iPod(R) Auxiliary Audio Input Jack Includes Portable Audio Connectivity and Charging
SiriusXM(TM) Real-Time Traffic Information
Diversity In-Glass Radio Antenna
Exterior Lighting
Automatic Headlights With Automatic On/Off and Dusk Sensor
1 Rear Foglight
Headlight Washers
Variable Intensity Brake Lights
LED Daytime Running Lights
Cornering Lights
Automatic High/Low Beam Control Adaptive Low Beam and High Beam Bi-Xenon High Intensity Discharge Headlights With Automatic Leveling
Night Security Illumination Programmable Perimeter Lighting
Exterior, Design, Paint & Finish
Front Air Dam
Side Skirts
Metallic Paint (If Selected)
Sport Front and Rear Body Color Bumpers
Chrome Located On V12 Design Dual Twin Exhaust Pipes
Heating, Ventilation & Air Conditioning
Rear HVAC Ducts
Separate Driver/Front Passenger Climate Controls
Rear Seat HVAC Controls
HVAC Rest Mode
Automatic Climate Control
Interior Air Filter
Instrumentation
Engine Start/Stop Button
Analog Clock
Tachometer
Steering Wheel Mounted Controls For Audio, Instrumentation Display, Navigation System, Wireless Enabled Devices and Transmission
Exterior Temperature Gauge
Maintenance Interval Indicator
Trip Computer With Racetimer
Distronic Plus Intelligent Cruise Control
Compass
Voice Activated Controls For Navigation System, Phone, Audio and Bluetooth(R) Wireless Enabled Devices
Night View Assist Plus Night Vision
3-Memory Adjustments For Driver Side Include Exterior Mirrors, Seat and Steering Wheel; Passenger Side Include Seat
Tire Pressure Monitor
COMAND Centralized Control Instrumentation For Climate, Phone, Audio and Navigation
Interior Lighting
Front Dual Reading Lights
Trunk Light
Delayed Courtesy Light
Illuminated Entry Includes Footwells
Additional 3-Color Interior Lighting Illuminates Center Console, Doors, Front Seat Area and Rear Seat Area
Interior, Design, Decor & Floor Covering
Alcantara(R) Located On Headliner
Stainless Steel Located On Door Sills and Foot Pedals
AMG Exclusive Leather Located On Center Floor Console, Doors and Instrument Panel
AMG Rear Floor Mats
Brown Poplar Genuine Wood Trim Located On Center Floor Console, Doors and Instrument Panel
AMG Front Floor Mats
AMG Performance Leather Steering Wheel
Carpet Located In Passenger Cabin and Trunk
Alloy Located On Shift Paddles
Remote Controls & Remote Releases
3-Function HomeLink(R) Universal Garage Door Opener
Keyless Entry Operated Via Card Key
Keyless Go Card Key
SmartKey Multi-Function Remote Operates Anti-Theft, Door Lock/Unlock, Illuminated Entry, Panic Alarm, Perimeter Lighting, Power Windows, Sunroof and Trunk
Panic Alarm
Remote Trunk Release Located Inside Vehicle and On Multi-Function Remote
Remote Fuel Door Release
Safety
Trunk Anti-Trap Device
Rear Side Airbags
Side Guard Door Beams
Neck-Pro Front Active Head Restraints
Driver Knee Airbag
Crash Sensor Sends GPS Signal Included With mbrace In-Vehicle Technology
Emergency Fuel Shut-Off Device
Automatic Locking Retractors
Crumple Zones
Adaptive Driver Airbag With Dual Stage Deployment
Occupant Classification System Passenger Airbag Cutoff Sensor
Front and Rear Pretensioners With Force Limiters
L A T C H
First Aid Kit
Parktronic(TM) With Parking Guidance Front and Rear Electronic Parking Aid With Ultrasonic Sensors and Rear Electronic Parking Aid With Camera
Active Lane Keeping Assist Accident Avoidance System
Front and Rear Side Head Curtain Airbags
Attention Assist Driver Drowsiness Monitor
Front and Rear 3-Point Seatbelts
Adaptive Passenger Airbag With Dual Stage Deployment
Crash Sensor Unlocks Doors, Turns On Interior Lights and Turns On Flashers
Front Side Airbags
Active Blind Spot Assist Accident Avoidance System
Pre-Safe(R) Brake Accident Avoidance System
Pre-Safe(R) Accident Preparation System Operated Via Vehicle Stability Control System and Electronic Brake Assistance Automatically Tightens Seatbelt, Adjusts Seating Position, Closes Windows and Sunroof
Rollover Sensor
Seats
Front Passenger Power Seat Adjusts 14 Ways Total
AMG Exclusive Upgraded Leather Seats
Rear Power Bench Seat Adjusts 8 Ways Total
Driver Power Seat Adjusts 14 Ways Total
Front Dual Reclining Drive-Dynamic Multicontour Heated Cooled Massage Sport Bucket Seats With 3-Settings, Adjustable Seat Height, 3-Position Power Memory and Adjustable Headrests
Easy Entry Seat
Corner Responsive Bolsters
Multicontour Front Dual Power Lumbar Support
Front Dual Power Headrests
Rear Seat Pass Through
Rear Dual Reclining Heated Cooled Bucket Seats With Adjustable Seat Height, Power Lumbar Support, 3-Position Power Memory, Power Adjustable Headrests and Fold-Down Center Armrest
Theater Style Rear Seating
Steering
3-Position Memory Steering Column
Automatic Tilt-Away Steering Column
AMG Power Speed Sensing Rack and Pinion Variable Assisted Steering
Power Tilt Steering Column
Power Telescopic Steering Column
Storage
Temperature Controlled Storage Cools Front Console
Driver Underseat Storage
Lockable and Illuminated Glovebox
Front Covered Lower Console Storage Located On Floor
Cargo Area Tiedowns
Overhead Console Storage
Rear Covered Lower Console Storage Located On Floor
2 Front and 2 Rear; 4 Cupholders Total
Front Dual Door Mounted Storage
Rear Armrest Storage
Sunroof/Moonroof & Removable/Convertible Top
Power Glass Tilt and Slide Sunroof
Suspension
Independent Multi-Link Front Suspension With Coil and Hydraulic Springs, Gas Charged Shock Absorbers and AMG Sport Ride Type
Front Stabilizer Bar
Front and Rear Automatic Load-Leveling
AMG Calibrated Active Body Control (ABC) With Crosswind Stabilization Interactive Adaptive Variable Suspension
Rear Stabilizer Bar
Independent Multi-Link Rear Suspension With Coil and Hydraulic Springs, Gas Charged Shock Absorbers and AMG Sport Ride Type
Transmission
AMG SPEEDSHIFT(TM) Manually Interactive Automatic Transmission
Adaptive Automatic Transmission
AMG SPEEDSHIFT(TM) 5-Speed Electronically Controlled Manually Interactive Adaptive Automatic Transmission With Overdrive and Steering Column Mounted Shifter
Wheels & Tires
Compact Spare Tire
Front SBRP255/35ZR20 and Rear SBRP275/35ZR20 High Performance Tires
AMG Twin 5-Spoke Forged Alloy Wheels, Front 20-In. X 8.5-In. and Rear 20-In. X 9.5-In.
Windows, Mirrors & Wipers
Front Dual Illuminated Vanity Mirrors
Front and Rear Power Windows With One-Touch Up and One-Touch Down
Manual Sunshade Located On Sunroof
Power Sunshade Located On Rear Window
Electrochromic Interior Rearview Mirror
Heated Washer System
Rear Window Defroster
Tinted Glass
Power Window Lockout
Front Dual Alcantara(R) Sunvisors
Dual Body Color Power Folding Power Adjustable Heated Signaling Exterior Rearview Mirrors With Driver Side Electrochromic and 3-Position Memory
Rain Sensing Variable Intermittent Windshield Wipers
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