Mercedes-Benz CL (C216)
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Mercedes-Benz CL (C216) AMG CL 65 V12vsMercedes-Benz CL (C216) · Facelift 2010 AMG CL 65 V12
Compare specs, acceleration, fuel consumption, dimensions, practicality, and estimated running costs side by side.
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AMG CL 65 V12
Comparison overview
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Mercedes-Benz CL (C216) AMG CL 65 V12 612 hp
- Quickest 0-100 km/h4.4 s
- Fastest top speed265 km/h165 mph Unrestricted250 km/h155 mph Restricted
- Highest torque1,000 Nm738 lb-ft
- Lightest2,165 kg4,773 lb
- Largest trunk490 L
- Best overall score75/100
- Best performance score84/100
- Best practicality score55/100
Mercedes-Benz CL (C216) Facelift 2010 AMG CL 65 V12 630 hp
- Most powerful630 hp470 kW
- Best power-to-weight290 hp/t216 kW/t3.4 kg/hp
- Lowest combined fuel consumption14.3 L/100 km16.4 mpg US19.8 mpg UK
- Lowest city consumption21.8 L/100 km10.8 mpg US13.0 mpg UK
- Lowest highway consumption9.9 L/100 km23.8 mpg US28.5 mpg UK
- Best estimated range629 km391 mi
- Best economy score69/100
Specification comparison
| Model | Mercedes-BenzCL (C216)AMG CL 65 V12612 hp | Mercedes-BenzCL (C216)Facelift 2010AMG CL 65 V12630 hp |
|---|---|---|
| Power | 612hp456kW | 630hp470kW |
| Torque | 1,000Nm738lb-ft | 1,000Nm738lb-ft |
| Curb weight | 2,165kg4,773lb | 2,170kg4,784lb |
| Gross weight | 2,635kg5,809lb | 2,645kg5,831lb |
| Top speed | Unrestricted 265 km/h165 mph Restricted 250 km/h155 mph Calculated | Unrestricted 265 km/h165 mph Restricted 250 km/h155 mph Calculated |
| To 99% top speed | 56.4s99% target: 262 km/h / 163 mph Calculated | 56.3s99% target: 262 km/h / 163 mph Calculated |
| 0-100 km/h | 4.4s | 4.4s |
| 0-200 km/h | 14.9s Calculated | 14.9s Calculated |
| 0-60 mph | 4.2s Calculated | 4.2s Calculated |
| Fuel consumption | 14.8L/100 km15.9mpg US19.1mpg UK | 14.3L/100 km16.4mpg US19.8mpg UK |
| Fuel consumption city | 23.1L/100 km10.2mpg US12.2mpg UK | 21.8L/100 km10.8mpg US13.0mpg UK |
| Fuel consumption highway | 10L/100 km23.5mpg US28.2mpg UK | 9.9L/100 km23.8mpg US28.5mpg UK |
| Quarter mile | 12.5s Calculated | 12.5s Calculated |
| Power-to-weight | 283hp/t211kW/t128hp/1000 lb Calculated | 290hp/t216kW/t132hp/1000 lb Calculated |
| Torque-to-weight | 462Nm/t309lb-ft/ton Calculated | 461Nm/t308lb-ft/ton Calculated |
| Estimated range | 608km378mi Calculated | 629km391mi Calculated |
| Displacement | 5,980cc365cu in | 5,980cc365cu in |
| Length | 5,090mm200in | 5,106mm201in |
| Width | 1,871mm74in | 1,871mm74in |
| Height | 1,418mm56in | 1,428mm56in |
| Wheelbase | 2,955mm116in | 2,955mm116in |
| Front track | 1,601mm63in | 1,601mm63in |
| Rear track | 1,607mm63in | 1,607mm63in |
| Ground clearance | - | 133mm5in |
| Trunk volume | 490L | 490L |
| Doors | 2 | 2 |
| Seats | 4 | 4 |
| Fuel tank | 90L | 90L |
Performance charts
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Dyno simulation
Estimated stock-style power and torque curves by engine speed.
- Mercedes-Benz CL (C216) AMG CL 65 V12 612 hp: Power / Torque
- Mercedes-Benz CL (C216) Facelift 2010 AMG CL 65 V12 630 hp: Power / Torque
| Vehicle | Peak power RPM | Peak torque RPM | Max engine speed |
|---|---|---|---|
| Mercedes-BenzCL (C216)AMG CL 65 V12612 hp | 4,800 rpm | 2,000-4,000 rpm | 5,050 rpm |
| Mercedes-BenzCL (C216)Facelift 2010AMG CL 65 V12630 hp | 4,600-5,000 rpm | 2,300-4,300 rpm | 5,250 rpm |
Acceleration curve
Estimated speed over time for selected vehicles.
| Metric | Mercedes-BenzCL (C216)AMG CL 65 V12612 hp | Mercedes-BenzCL (C216)Facelift 2010AMG CL 65 V12630 hp |
|---|---|---|
| Acceleration checkpoints | ||
0-60 mph 0-97 km/h | 4.2 s | 4.2 s |
0-100 km/h 0-62 mph | 4.4 s | 4.4 s |
0-200 km/h 0-124 mph | 14.9 s | 14.9 s |
| Top speed | Unrestricted 265 km/h165 mph Restricted 250 km/h155 mph Limited | Unrestricted 265 km/h165 mph Restricted 250 km/h155 mph Limited |
| Drag race simulation | ||
60 ft 18 m | 2.1 s | 2.1 s |
330 ft 101 m | 5.4 s | 5.4 s |
1/8 mile 201 m | 8.2 s | 8.2 s |
1000 ft 305 m | 10.5 s | 10.5 s |
1/4 mile 402 m | 12.5 s | 12.5 s |
Trap speed 1/4 mile 402 m | 185 km/h 115 mph | 185 km/h 115 mph |
Power comparison
Bar comparison chart for Power. Higher is better · hp / kW
| Vehicle | Value |
|---|---|
| Mercedes-BenzCL (C216)AMG CL 65 V12612 hp | 612 hp 456 kW |
| Mercedes-BenzCL (C216)Facelift 2010AMG CL 65 V12630 hp | 630 hp 470 kW |
Mercedes-Benz CL (C216) Facelift 2010 AMG CL 65 V12 630 hp has 18 hp more than Mercedes-Benz CL (C216) AMG CL 65 V12 612 hp.
The biggest power difference is between Mercedes-Benz CL (C216) AMG CL 65 V12 612 hp and Mercedes-Benz CL (C216) Facelift 2010 AMG CL 65 V12 630 hp: 18 hp (13 kW).
Torque comparison
Bar comparison chart for Torque. Higher is better · Nm / lb-ft
| Vehicle | Value |
|---|---|
| Mercedes-BenzCL (C216)AMG CL 65 V12612 hp | 1,000 Nm 738 lb-ft |
| Mercedes-BenzCL (C216)Facelift 2010AMG CL 65 V12630 hp | 1,000 Nm 738 lb-ft |
Curb weight comparison
Bar comparison chart for Curb weight. Lower is better · kg / lb
| Vehicle | Value |
|---|---|
| Mercedes-BenzCL (C216)AMG CL 65 V12612 hp | 2,165 kg 4,773 lb |
| Mercedes-BenzCL (C216)Facelift 2010AMG CL 65 V12630 hp | 2,170 kg 4,784 lb |
Top speed without limiter comparison
Bar comparison chart for Top speed without limiter. Higher is better · km/h / mph
| Vehicle | Value |
|---|---|
| Mercedes-BenzCL (C216)AMG CL 65 V12612 hp | Unrestricted 265 km/h165 mph Restricted 250 km/h155 mph |
| Mercedes-BenzCL (C216)Facelift 2010AMG CL 65 V12630 hp | Unrestricted 265 km/h165 mph Restricted 250 km/h155 mph |
0-100 km/h comparison
Bar comparison chart for 0-100 km/h. Lower is better · seconds
| Vehicle | Value |
|---|---|
| Mercedes-BenzCL (C216)AMG CL 65 V12612 hp | 4.4 s |
| Mercedes-BenzCL (C216)Facelift 2010AMG CL 65 V12630 hp | 4.4 s |
Although Mercedes-Benz CL (C216) Facelift 2010 AMG CL 65 V12 630 hp has more power, Mercedes-Benz CL (C216) AMG CL 65 V12 612 hp is quicker from 0-100 km/h.
Fuel consumption comparison
Bar comparison chart for Fuel consumption. Lower is better · L/100 km / mpg US / mpg UK
| Vehicle | Value |
|---|---|
| Mercedes-BenzCL (C216)AMG CL 65 V12612 hp | 14.8 L/100 km 15.9 mpg US 19.1 mpg UK |
| Mercedes-BenzCL (C216)Facelift 2010AMG CL 65 V12630 hp | 14.3 L/100 km 16.4 mpg US 19.8 mpg UK |
The biggest fuel consumption difference is between Mercedes-Benz CL (C216) Facelift 2010 AMG CL 65 V12 630 hp and Mercedes-Benz CL (C216) AMG CL 65 V12 612 hp: 0.5 L/100 km.
Power-to-weight comparison
Bar comparison chart for Power-to-weight. Higher is better · hp/t / kW/t
| Vehicle | Value |
|---|---|
| Mercedes-BenzCL (C216)AMG CL 65 V12612 hp | 283 hp/t 211 kW/t 3.5 kg/hp |
| Mercedes-BenzCL (C216)Facelift 2010AMG CL 65 V12630 hp | 290 hp/t 216 kW/t 3.4 kg/hp |
Estimated range comparison
Bar comparison chart for Estimated range. Higher is better · km / mi
| Vehicle | Value |
|---|---|
| Mercedes-BenzCL (C216)AMG CL 65 V12612 hp | 608 km 378 mi |
| Mercedes-BenzCL (C216)Facelift 2010AMG CL 65 V12630 hp | 629 km 391 mi |
Performance spider chart
Radar chart comparing normalized performance and fuel-consumption scores.
| Vehicle | Power | Acceleration | Top speed |
|---|---|---|---|
| Mercedes-BenzCL (C216)AMG CL 65 V12612 hp | 612 hp 456 kW | 4.4 s | Unrestricted 265 km/h165 mph Restricted 250 km/h155 mph |
| Mercedes-BenzCL (C216)Facelift 2010AMG CL 65 V12630 hp | 630 hp 470 kW | 4.4 s | Unrestricted 265 km/h165 mph Restricted 250 km/h155 mph |
Most attractive quadrant
Scatter chart with performance score on the X axis and practicality score on the Y axis.
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Performance vs fuel economy
Cars closer to the top-right corner combine stronger performance with better fuel economy scores.
| Vehicle | Performance score | Fuel economy score | ||||||
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| Mercedes-BenzCL (C216)AMG CL 65 V12612 hp |
| 14.8 L/100 km 15.9 mpg US 19.1 mpg UK | ||||||
| Mercedes-BenzCL (C216)Facelift 2010AMG CL 65 V12630 hp |
| 14.3 L/100 km 16.4 mpg US 19.8 mpg UK | ||||||
Mercedes-Benz CL (C216) Facelift 2010 AMG CL 65 V12 630 hp is closest to the top-right balance target for performance and fuel economy.
Acceleration vs fuel consumption
Cars closer to the lower-left corner offer a better mix of quick acceleration and low fuel consumption.
| Vehicle | Fuel consumption, L/100 km | 0-100 km/h, s |
|---|---|---|
| Mercedes-BenzCL (C216)AMG CL 65 V12612 hp | 14.8 L/100 km 15.9 mpg US 19.1 mpg UK | 4.4 s |
| Mercedes-BenzCL (C216)Facelift 2010AMG CL 65 V12630 hp | 14.3 L/100 km 16.4 mpg US 19.8 mpg UK | 4.4 s |
Power-to-weight vs fuel consumption
The shaded area favors higher power-to-weight with lower combined fuel consumption.
| Vehicle | Power-to-weight, hp/t | Fuel consumption, L/100 km |
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| Mercedes-BenzCL (C216)AMG CL 65 V12612 hp | 283 hp/t 211 kW/t 3.5 kg/hp | 14.8 L/100 km 15.9 mpg US 19.1 mpg UK |
| Mercedes-BenzCL (C216)Facelift 2010AMG CL 65 V12630 hp | 290 hp/t 216 kW/t 3.4 kg/hp | 14.3 L/100 km 16.4 mpg US 19.8 mpg UK |
Detailed score breakdown
| Vehicle | Mercedes-BenzCL (C216)AMG CL 65 V12612 hp | Mercedes-BenzCL (C216)Facelift 2010AMG CL 65 V12630 hp | ||||||||||||||||
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| Power | 612 hp 456 kW | 630 hp 470 kW | ||||||||||||||||
| Torque | 1,000 Nm 738 lb-ft | 1,000 Nm 738 lb-ft | ||||||||||||||||
| Acceleration | 4.4 s | 4.4 s | ||||||||||||||||
| Top speed | Unrestricted 265 km/h165 mph Restricted 250 km/h155 mph | Unrestricted 265 km/h165 mph Restricted 250 km/h155 mph | ||||||||||||||||
| Lightness | 2,165 kg 4,773 lb | 2,170 kg 4,784 lb | ||||||||||||||||
| Fuel consumption | 14.8 L/100 km 15.9 mpg US 19.1 mpg UK | 14.3 L/100 km 16.4 mpg US 19.8 mpg UK | ||||||||||||||||
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| Range score | 608 km 378 mi | 629 km 391 mi | ||||||||||||||||
| Trunk score | 490 L 17.3 cu ft | 490 L 17.3 cu ft | ||||||||||||||||
| Power-to-weight score | 283 hp/t 211 kW/t 3.5 kg/hp | 290 hp/t 216 kW/t 3.4 kg/hp | ||||||||||||||||
| Overall | Fixed score | Fixed score |
Fuel cost and annual usage
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| Vehicle | Mercedes-Benz CL (C216) AMG CL 65 V12 612 hp | Mercedes-Benz CL (C216) Facelift 2010 AMG CL 65 V12 630 hp |
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| Consumption | 14.8 L/100 km15.9 mpg US19.1 mpg UK | 14.3 L/100 km16.4 mpg US19.8 mpg UK |
| Cost / 100 km | 25.90 LC100 km | 25.03 LC100 km |
| Cost / 100 mi | 41.68 LC100 mi | 40.27 LC100 mi |
| Annual fuel used | 2,220 L586 US gal488 UK gal | 2,145 L567 US gal472 UK gal |
| Annual fuel cost | 3,885 LC/year | 3,754 LC/year |
Head-to-head comparisons
Mercedes-Benz CL (C216) AMG CL 65 V12 612 hp
- Is 5 kg lighter
Pros
- Quickest 0-100 km/h in this comparison
- Highest top speed
- Highest torque
- Lightest
- Largest trunk
Cons
- Lowest power
- Highest combined fuel consumption
Mercedes-Benz CL (C216) Facelift 2010 AMG CL 65 V12 630 hp
- Has 18 hp more
- Uses 0.5 L/100 km less fuel
- Has 8 hp/t better power-to-weight
- Has 21 km (13 mi) more estimated range
Pros
- Most powerful
- Lowest combined fuel consumption
- Best power-to-weight ratio
- Best estimated range
Cons
- Heaviest
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