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2003 Mercedes-Benz CL-Class
Body style(s): 2-door hardtop sedan
Trim Levels: CL500, CL55 AMG, CL600
MSRP range: $91,650-$124,900
Notes: As in the S-Class, the CL55 AMG and CL600 received new engines
for 2003. The CL55 simply added a supercharger to its 5.4L engine. The
CL600, however, received an all-new engine derive from the Maybach sedan.
This V12 featured a reduced displacement, but added twin turbochargers.
The end result was a gain of 131 horsepower, and such frightful mileage
that even the rich might have paid attention. The brakes on the CL55/CL600
were upgraded as well. A slightly more scowling
front fascia, with bi-xenon headlamps, completes the list of changes for
2003. At the Geneva Auto Show in 2003, Mercedes-Benz unveiled an even
more powerful derivative of the CL-Class, the CL65 AMG. It would make its
way into production for 2004. As of '03, the long-speculated CL Cabriolet
still had not appeared.
Series: 2000-current
DESIGN
Layout:
Seats:
Engine(s): |
longitudinal front-engine, rear-wheel drive, steel unibody
4
5.0L 24-valve sohc SFI V8 [CL500]
Bore x stroke: 97.0x84.0mm
Compression ratio: 10.0 to 1 (91-octane unleaded)
Horsepower (SAE net): 302bhp@5600rpm
Torque (SAE net): 339lb-ft@2700rpm
Transmission: 5-speed manumatic (final drive ratio 2.82:1)
EPA fuel economy (city/hwy, 1985 test): 16/23mpg
5.4L 24-valve sohc SFI supercharged & intercooled V8 [CL55 AMG]
Bore x stroke: 97.0x92.0mm
Compression ratio: 9.0 to 1 (91-octane unleaded)
Boost pressure: 11.6psi
Horsepower (SAE net): 493bhp@6100rpm
Torque (SAE net): 516lb-ft@2750rpm
Transmission: 5-speed manumatic (final drive ratio 2.65:1)
EPA fuel economy (city/hwy, 1985 test): 14/22mpg
5.5L 36-valve sohc SFI twin-turbocharged & intercooled V12 [CL600]
Bore x stroke: 82.0x87.0mm
Compression ratio: 9.0 to 1 (91-octane unleaded)
Boost pressure: 14.5psi
Horsepower (SAE net): 493bhp@5000rpm
Torque (SAE net): 590lb-ft@1800rpm
Transmission: 5-speed manumatic (final drive ratio 2.65:1)
EPA fuel economy (city/hwy, 1985 test): 13/19mpg
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DIMENSIONS
EPA Class:
Wheelbase:
Length:
Width:
Height:
Track, F:
Track, R:
Clearance: |
COMPACT
113.6"
196.6"
73.1"
55.0"
62.0"
62.0"
6.5"
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Curb weight: |
4070lbs., 4300lbs. (CL600) |
Interior volume:
Cargo volume:
Fuel tank: |
53/36 cu ft. (f/r)
12.3 cu ft.
23.3 gal. |
TECHNICAL
Tires:
Suspension
(f/r):
Brakes (f/r):
Steering:
Active sys.:
Airbags: |
225/55-17 (CL500); 245/45-18f, 265/40-18r (CL55); 245/45-18 (CL600)
ind.: 4-link, pneumatic springs, coil springs, (self-leveling)
ind.: 5-link, pneumatic springs, coil springs, ARB (self-leveling)
disc/disc, ABS & brake assist (13.0" vented/11.8" vented)
CL55/CL600: disc/disc, ABS & brake assist (14.2" vented/13.0" vented)
rack-and-pinion, variable-power-assisted, 2.9 turns-to-lock
traction control (std.), stability control (std.)
dual front, f/r dual side, f/r dual curtain
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PERFORMANCE
Acceleration (zero to 60 mph):
Braking (60 to zero mph):
Roadholding (skidpad):
Slalom speed (100' intervals):
Turning circle: |
6.2sec. (CL500), 4.5sec. (CL600)
0.84g (CL500), 0.77g (CL600)
37.6ft.
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SEE ALSO: Mercedes-Benz S-Class
COMPETITORS:
Aston Martin DB7 Vantage,
Jaguar XKR
Mercedes-Benz CL-Class coupe.
Mercedes-Benz CL55 AMG coupe.
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