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2009 Mercedes-Benz CL550 4MATIC

Vehicle Description

Interior Color:

Cashmere/Savanna

Body Style:

2dr Car

Engine Description:

Gas V8 5.5L/333

Vehicle Condition:

New

Transmission:

Automatic

Mileage:

13

Vehicle Identification Number:

CL559001

Average Rating:

Stock Number:

CL559001

Revision Date:

November 20, 2009

Features

2009 Mercedes CL550 Review A large, grand touring coupe such as the 2008 Mercedes-Benz CL-Class is something of a rare sight, a Weimaraner in a suburb full of golden retrievers. Usually, folks with the big bucks and a penchant for six-figure automobiles get either a large sedan or a flashy sports car. But there\'s something undeniably elegant about a big coupe with its stretched-out body, sleek roof line and hunkered stance. Staying true to Mercedes\' coupe tradition, the CL-Class features frameless side windows as well as a lack of B-pillars, which together give the car an airy look and feel. A rising character line and a tapered rear end further the CL\'s ready-to-pounce impression, which is confirmed when one nudges the accelerator pedal. When you\'re not being pressed back into the seat by a wave of torque, you\'ll want to take a few moments to appreciate the handsome cabin design. The tasteful use of wood and metallic accents, along with impeccable fit and finish, bring old-world class to the big Benz that would give a Bentley a run for its money. Based loosely on the S-Class platform, the CL-Class shares that sedan\'s power plants and leading-edge high-tech features, such as night view assist. The CL-Class is offered in four trims that include the anything-but-base CL550, the V12-powered CL600 and the even more pumped-up AMG brothers, known as the CL63 and CL65. In the niche segment of exotic four-seat grand touring coupes, not many can match the Mercedes-Benz CL-Class\'s enticing blend of passenger room, performance and opulence. Yet, in spite of its smooth moves, the CL-Class is too heavy to be much of an athlete, so those looking for more of a sports car feel should consider the BMW 6 Series or Maserati GranTurismo. That said, we expect that just about everyone who takes a CL for a test-drive will be smitten by its classy presence and quiet, luxurious cabin. Body Styles, Trim Levels, and Options The 2008 Mercedes-Benz CL-Class is a large grand touring coupe available in four trim levels: CL550, CL600, CL63 AMG and CL65 AMG. The CL550 comes packed with luxury features such as bi-xenon headlights, 18-inch alloy wheels, a hard-drive-based navigation system, a 600-watt Harman Kardon audio system with six-disc CD/DVD changer and satellite radio, Bluetooth connectivity, 14-way power heated front seats, power sunroof, power door and trunk closers and park assist. Options for the CL550 include the AMG Sport Package and a pair of premium packages. The former is essentially fancy wheels and a body kit, while the latter two equipment groups include features such as keyless starting, ventilated front seats, a nighttime vision assist system and \"Drive Dynamic\" front seats whose bolsters automatically inflate to add support during hard cornering. The V12-powered CL600 adds those premium packages\' features, leaving but two options: an iPod integration kit and 19-inch wheels. The ultra-performance-focused AMG versions offer even more powerful engines as well as unique exterior enhancements, sport-tuned suspensions, high-performance brakes, 20-inch wheels and AMG multicontour leather sport seats. The chief difference between these two super coupes is their engine choices: the CL63 AMG has a 518-horsepower V8 while the CL65 AMG features a 604-hp twin-turbo V12. There is also a limited-edition CL65 painted in \"liquid metal\" to celebrate AMG\'s 40th anniversary. Powertrains and Performance The 2008 Mercedes-Benz CL550 is powered by a 5.5-liter V8 (382 hp and 391 pound-feet of torque) that sends its power to the rear wheels via a seven-speed automatic transmission. The CL600 features a twin-turbo V12 engine (510 hp and 612 lb-ft) mated to a five-speed automatic transmission. Either way, performance is impressive, with the CL550 hitting 60 mph in 5.5 seconds and the CL600 doing the same in just 4.5 seconds. The CL63 AMG delivers a more visceral experience with its AMG-developed 6.3-liter normally aspirated V8 (518 hp and 465 lb-ft) that\'s paired with a performance-tuned version of the seven-speed automatic transmission. The end result is a 0-60 time equal to the CL600. The truly power-hungry will lust after the CL65 (604 hp and 738 lb-ft), which can leap to 60 mph in 4.2 seconds and possesses high-speed acceleration more akin to a Formula 1 racecar than a comfy four-place GT. Safety All the latest safety features are standard, such as a full complement of airbags (including side curtain and driver\'s knee), adaptive xenon headlights and stability control. There is also PreSafe which, when it senses a possible accident (via rapid brake pedal and steering inputs and/or stability control intervention) will automatically position the front-passenger seat for optimum airbag use and close the windows and sunroof if a rollover is imminent. All but the CL550 feature PreSafe Brake, which can automatically apply up to 40 percent of the vehicle\'s braking capacity when it senses a seemingly imminent collision.

All Wheel Drive, Air Suspension, Active Suspension System, Power Steering, 4-Wheel Disc Brakes, Aluminum Wheels, Tires - Front Performance, Tires - Rear Performance, Power Tilt/Sliding Sunroof, Sun/Moon Roof, Auto-On Headlights, HID headlights, Auto-Off Headlights, Fog Lamps, Heated Mirrors, Power Driver Mirror, Power Passenger Mirror, Heated Exterior Driver Mirror, Heated Exterior Passenger Mirror, Integrated Turn Signal Mirrors, Mirror Memory, Power Folding Mirrors, Intermittent Wipers, Variable Speed Intermittent Wipers, Rain Sensing Wipers, AM/FM Stereo, CD Changer, CD Player, Premium Sound System, MP3 Player, Auxiliary Audio Input, Satellite Radio, Cell Phone Hookup, Auxiliary Pwr Outlet, Leather Seats, Power Driver Seat, Power Passenger Seat, Bucket Seats, Driver Lumbar, Passenger Lumbar, Seat Memory, Heated Driver Seat, Heated Passenger Seat, Cooled Driver Seat, Cooled Passenger Seat, Steering Wheel Controls, Leather Wrapped Steering Wheel, Adjustable Steering Wheel, Navigation System, Wireless Cell Phone Hookup, Hard Disk Drive, Tire Pressure Monitoring System, Trip Computer, Power Windows, Keyless Entry, Power Door Locks, Vehicle Anti-Theft System, Keyless Start, Cruise Control, Universal Garage Door Opener, Alarm, Remote Trunk Release, Climate Control, Dual Zone A/C, Rear Defrost, Electrochromic rearview mirror, Driver Vanity Mirror, Passenger Vanity Mirror, Driver Illuminated Vanity Mirror, Passenger Illuminated Visor Mirror, 4-Wheel ABS, Brake Assist, Traction Control, Electronic Stability Control, Passenger Air Bag On/Off Switch, Side Air Bag, Rear Body Air Bag, Side Head Air Bag, Rear Head Air Bag, Telematics, Rear Parking Aid, Emergency Trunk Release