All Mercedes-Benz modelsMercedes-Benz CL: generations and engines
The Mercedes-Benz CL was built from 1996 to 2013 in 5 generations, with 22 engine versions in our catalog (coupe). Pick a generation to see its engines, horsepower and fuel economy.
EnlargeProduction years1996–2013
Generations5
Engine versions22
Power279–630 hp
Body stylesCoupe
FuelGasoline
Timeline
Mercedes-Benz CL generations
- 1996–1998
Mercedes-Benz CL (C140)
Engines below - 1999–2002
Mercedes-Benz CL (C215)
Engines below - 2002–2006
Mercedes-Benz CL (C215, facelift 2002)
Engines below - 2006–2010
- 2010–2013
Specs
Mercedes-Benz CL engines
The manufacturer's figures for each engine version: horsepower, torque, 0–62 mph, top speed and combined fuel economy.
Mercedes-Benz CL (C140)1996–1998 · 3 engine versions
| Engine | Years | Fuel | Power | Torque | 0–62 mph | Top speed | Combined |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| CL 420 V8 (279 hp) Automatic | 1996–1998 | Gasoline | 279 hp (205 kW) | 295 lb-ft (400 Nm) | 8.3 s | 155 mph (250 km/h) | |
| CL 500 V8 (320 hp) Automatic | 1996–1998 | Gasoline | 320 hp (235 kW) | 347 lb-ft (470 Nm) | 7.3 s | 155 mph (250 km/h) | |
| CL 600 V12 (394 hp) Automatic | 1996–1998 | Gasoline | 394 hp (290 kW) | 420 lb-ft (570 Nm) | 6.6 s | 155 mph (250 km/h) |
Mercedes-Benz CL (C215)1999–2002 · 4 engine versions
| Engine | Years | Fuel | Power | Torque | 0–62 mph | Top speed | Combined |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| CL 500 V8 (306 hp) Automatic | 1999–2002 | Gasoline | 306 hp (225 kW) | 339 lb-ft (460 Nm) | 6.5 s | 155 mph (250 km/h) | |
| CL 600 V12 (367 hp) Automatic | 1999–2002 | Gasoline | 367 hp (270 kW) | 391 lb-ft (530 Nm) | 6.1 s | 155 mph (250 km/h) | |
| AMG CL 55 V8 (360 hp) Automatic | 2000–2002 | Gasoline | 360 hp (265 kW) | 391 lb-ft (530 Nm) | 5.7 s | 155 mph (250 km/h) | |
| AMG CL 63 V12 (444 hp) Automatic | 2001–2002 | Gasoline | 444 hp (327 kW) | 457 lb-ft (620 Nm) | 5.5 s | 155 mph (250 km/h, Electronically limited) |
Mercedes-Benz CL (C215, facelift 2002)2002–2006 · 4 engine versions
| Engine | Years | Fuel | Power | Torque | 0–62 mph | Top speed | Combined |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| AMG CL 55 V8 (500 hp) Automatic | 2002–2006 | Gasoline | 500 hp (368 kW) | 516 lb-ft (700 Nm) | 4.8 s | 155 mph (250 km/h) | |
| CL 500 V8 (306 hp) Automatic | 2002–2006 | Gasoline | 306 hp (225 kW) | 339 lb-ft (460 Nm) | 6.5 s | 155 mph (250 km/h) | |
| CL 600 V12 (500 hp) Automatic | 2002–2006 | Gasoline | 500 hp (368 kW) | 590 lb-ft (800 Nm) | 4.8 s | 155 mph (250 km/h) | |
| AMG CL 65 V8 (612 hp) SPEEDSHIFT | 2003–2006 | Gasoline | 612 hp (450 kW) | 738 lb-ft (1,000 Nm) | 4.4 s | 155 mph (250 km/h) |
Before you buy
Check a used Mercedes-Benz CL
- Real mileage – service and inspection readings show if the odometer was rolled back.
- Accidents and title brands – damage records, salvage, flood or rebuilt titles.
- Old photos – how the car looked in earlier listings.
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