Mercedes-Benz CL (C216) CL 500 V8 (388 hp) 4MATIC G-TRONIC

Gasoline engine with 388 hp (285 kW) and 391 lb-ft (530 Nm), built 2006–2010, coupe body, all-wheel drive (4x4). The Mercedes-Benz CL (C216) has 3 more powerful gasoline versions.

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Power388 hp (285 kW)
Torque391 lb-ft (530 Nm)
0–62 mph5.4 s
Top speed155 mph (250 km/h)
FuelGasoline

Specifications

Engine

Engine versionCL 500 V8 (388 hp) 4MATIC G-TRONIC
Displacement5.5 L (5,461 cm³)
Cylinders8
Cylinder layoutV-engine
Engine positionFront, Longitudinal
Valves per cylinder4
ValvetrainDOHC
Fuel systemMulti-point indirect injection
Compression ratio10-7
Bore98 mm
Stroke90.5 mm

Performance

Power388 hp (285 kW) @ 6000 rpm
Torque391 lb-ft (530 Nm) @ 2800-4800 rpm
0–62 mph (0–100 km/h)5.4 s
Top speed155 mph (250 km/h)

Fuel economy and emissions

FuelGasoline
City13 mpg (18.1 l/100 km)
Highway19 mpg (12.1 l/100 km)
Emission standardEuro 4
Fuel tank23.8 gal (90 l)

Body, dimensions and weight

Body styleCoupe
Doors4
Length199.4 in (5,065 mm)
Width73.7 in (1,871 mm)
Height55.8 in (1,418 mm)
Curb weight4,398 lb (1,995 kg)
Gross vehicle weight5,534 lb (2,510 kg)
Cargo volume18.2 cu ft (515 l)

Drivetrain and chassis

DriveAll-wheel drive (4x4)
Front suspensionDouble wishbone
Rear suspensionHydropneumatic
Tires235/55 R17
WheelsR17
Driver assistanceABS (Anti-lock braking system)

What to check on a Mercedes-Benz CL with this engine

  • On a gasoline engine, check the oil consumption, the timing chain or belt and, on turbo engines, the turbocharger.
  • All-wheel drive needs fresh fluid in the differentials and the coupling: ask for the service records.
  • Compare the odometer with the readings in the service records and in the VIN history report: a big gap means the mileage was rolled back.

Other Mercedes-Benz CL (C216) engines

EngineFuelPowerCombined
AMG CL 63 V8 (525 hp) G-TRONICGasoline525 hp (386 kW)
AMG CL 65 V12 (612 hp) SPEEDSHIFTGasoline612 hp (450 kW)
CL 500 V8 (388 hp) G-TRONICGasoline388 hp (285 kW)
CL 550 (388 hp)Gasoline388 hp (285 kW)
CL 600 V12 (517 hp) G-TRONICGasoline517 hp (380 kW)

← All Mercedes-Benz CL (C216) engines

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