Hot on the heels of the facelifted two-door coupe range, Mercedes has revealed official details of the hot AMG version. As you’d expect, the newcomer is both more powerful and more fuel efficient than before.
The CL63 retains the name of the outgoing car, but instead of using a naturally aspirated 6.3-litre V8, the new CL63 AMG is powered by Mercedes’ new direct injection bi-turbo 5,5-litre V8. The engine comes in two states of tune. In standard form, the engine produces 395 kW and 800 Nm. But with optional AMG Performance Package, this rises to 414 kW and 900 Nm.
As a result, performance is impressive. The CL accelerates from 0 – 100 km/h in 4.5 seconds, and has an electronically limited top speed of 250 km/h. With the AMG Performance Package, the 100 km/h sprint is done with in just 4.4 seconds and top speed is increased to a limited 300 km/h.
In addition to the extra power, stop/start technology and a slick seven-speed automatic transmission help the big Merc to achieve claimed fuel economy of 10.5 l/100km – 38 per cent more fuel efficient than the previous model.
The new Mercedes CL63 AMG is distinguishable from ‘lesser’ models courtesy of new lightweight 19-inch alloys and an AMG bodykit, while the interior benefits from a sports steering wheel.
The CL63 AMG is packed with technology, including the likes of variable ratio Direct Steer system, Torque Vectoring Brake to reduce understeer and AMG sports suspension. Customers will also get a number of personalisation options through the AMG Performance Studio.
The new CL63 will go on sale in Europe in October, and will be joined by the 456 kW V12 CL65 AMG.
