Mercedes just released more details on the new 2012 CLS63 AMG along with pricing and a huge picture gallery of this beautiful performance machine. The new CLS63 gets a biturbo V8 which delivers 525 hp normally and 575 hp with the AMG Performance pack. Despite this it will average 9.9 l/100 km. There are hatchbacks out there that are thirstier than this car!
Oh and the price, well it’s 97,350 euros excluding VAT and 115,846.50 euros including VAT. The AMG performance pack costs an extra 7735 euros (incl.VAT). SO a full fat CLS63 AMG will set you back at least 123,580 euros. Damn you VAT! Without it the car only costs 103,850 euros, which is still quite high, but…
Key data at a glance:
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CLS 63 AMG |
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Displacement |
5461 cc |
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Bore x stroke |
98.0 x 90.5 mm |
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Compression ratio |
10.0:1 |
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Output |
386 kW (525 hp) at 5250 rpm 410 kW (557 hp) at 5750 rpm* |
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Max. torque |
700 Nm at 1750 – 5000 rpm 800 Nm at 2000 – 4500 rpm* |
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Engine weight (dry) |
204 kg |
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Fuel consumption NEDC combined |
9.9 l/100 km |
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CO2 emissions |
231 g/km |
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Acceleration 0 – 100 km/h |
4.4 s 4.3 s* |
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Top speed** |
250 km/h |
* with AMG Performance package; ** electronically limited
AMG Performance package with enhanced performance ex works
One of the highlights of the attractive optional extras is the AMG Performance package which is available for the CLS 63 AMG. It comprises:
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an increase in the peak output of 24 kW (32 hp) and in the maximum torque of 100 Nm; genuine carbon fibre AMG engine cover
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genuine carbon fibre AMG spoiler lip on the boot lid
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red-painted brake calipers
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AMG Performance steering wheel with Alcantara® inserts in the grip areas
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Exclusive optional extras are also available from the AMG Performance Studio:
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AMG RIDE CONTROL Performance suspension
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Lightweight, forged AMG light-alloy wheels featuring a 5-twin-spoke design with size 255/35 R 19 tyres at the front and 285/30 R 19 at the rear
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AMG rear axle locking differential with 40 percent locking action
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AMG ceramic high-performance composite braking system
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AMG Exterior Carbon package
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AMG trim elements in carbon fibre/black piano lacquer
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Illuminated AMG door sill panels
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AMG Driver’s Package (includes restriction of top speed to 300 km/h, participation in driver training course at the AMG Driving Academy)
