First Look: CL63 AMG

The stylish visual modifications will be accompanied by a completely newly developed powertrain. The AMG 5.5-litre V8 biturbo engine with a peak output of up to 571 hp and a torque of up to 900 Nm, is combined with the unique AMG SPEEDSHIFT MCT 7-speed sports transmission, which contributes towards a considerable increase in driving dynamics, while at the same time guaranteeing an improvement in fuel consumption and a reduction in emissions. With a fuel consumption of 26.9 mpg, the new high-performance coupé is also 38 per ent more economical in terms of its fuel consumption than the previous model with naturally aspirated V8 engine.

The new CL 63 AMG marks the start of a new chapter in the "AMG Performance 2015" drive strategy: Mercedes-AMG is continuing this impressive story and is meeting its promise to continuously improve fuel consumption and reduce emissions of new models with the new engine/transmission combination – while reaching new heights with the central AMG brand value of "performance".

According to Ola Källenius, head of Mercedes-AMG GmbH: "We are heading into a new era with the CL 63 AMG: for the first time we have combined spray-guided direct petrol injection with biturbocharging and the stop/start system. Together with the AMG SPEEDSHIFT MCT 7-speed sports transmission, we have improved fuel consumption and reduced emissions significantly – while at the same time increasing output and torque."

Together with the AMG SPEEDSHIFT MCT 7-speed sports transmission, the new AMG 5.5-litre V8 biturbo engine will play a significant role in the Mercedes-AMG model strategy over the coming year. The new engine/transmission combination marks a further milestone in the successful history of Mercedes-AMG, which began back in 1967.

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