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2012 Mercedes-Benz AMG CL 65

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Rating7.4
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$211,000
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Nathan Dyer 

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Updated on November 3, 2023

ProsConsWhat's New

Powerful V12 performance

Beefy price tag

No major changes

Stylish and well-crafted interior

Sporty handling

Refined ride

Exotic design

Specs & Features

$211,000

price

621 hp @ 4600 rpm

horsepower

738 lb.-ft. @ 2300 rpm

torque

5-Speed Shiftable Automatic

transmission

6.0L 12cyl RWD 5A

engine

-

basic warranty

Overview

Competing in the midsize coupe segment, the 2012 Mercedes Benz AMG CL 65 coupe is a direct competitor to the Porsche 911 Turbo S Coupe, the Aston Martin DB9, and the Bentley Continental GT W12 Coupe. With a single trim, the Mercedes Benz AMG CL 65 carries an MSRP of $211,000. It offers a 6.0L twin-turbocharged V12 engine and a 5-speed automatic transmission, producing 621 horsepower and 738 lb-ft of torque. Through this powertrain, the AMG CL 65 manages a 0-60 of 4.2 seconds and a combined fuel economy of 14 MPG.

Buying Advice

The AMG CL 65 comes with seemingly endless features and options that can overwhelm you. Also, it adds a V12 engine. Therefore, we do not recommend any further extras.

Trims

    Base
    $211,000 onwards
    • 18-Inch alloy wheels
    • Harman kardon premium audio
    • Heated and Ventilated front and rear seats
    • Keyless entry and keyless ignition
    • Leather upholstery
    • Navigation system
    • Sunroof
    • Xenon headlights

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Torque

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Capacity

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2012 Mercedes-Benz AMG CL 65 vs competitor's 0-60

    Car Name
    0-60 MPH
    Quarter Mile
    Top Speed
    		SourceCompare
    		3.78 sec--
    		3.5 sec--
    		3.77 sec11.4 sec133 mph
    		3.77 sec11.6 sec133 mph
    		3.8 sec-205 mph
    		4.09 sec12.2 sec116 mph
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    2012 Mercedes-Benz AMG CL 65 vs competitor's MPG

      Car Name
      MPG City
      MPG Highway
      MPG Combined
      Fuel Tank Capacity
      Range (C/H)
      		SourceCompare
      		12 mpg18 mpg14 mpg23.8 gal.285.6/428.4 mi.
      		18 mpg25 mpg21 mpg16.9 gal.- -
      		15 mpg25 mpg19 mpg18 gal.-
      		16 mpg26 mpg19 mpg18 gal.288/468 mi.
      		17 mpg24 mpg19 mpg16.9 gal.283.2/424.8 mi.
      		15 mpg24 mpg18 mpg18 gal.270/432 mi.

      2012 Mercedes-Benz AMG CL 65 vs competitor's dimensions

        Car Name
        Length
        Width
        Height
        Ground Clearance
        Wheelbase
        		SourceCompare
        		199.4 in.73.7 in.55.8 in.5 in.116.3 in.
        		200.2 in.73.7 in.55.8 in.5 in.116.3 in.
        		192.2 in.75.4 in.53.3 in.4 in.115.8 in.
        		189.1 in.76.6 in.54.3 in.4.5 in.108.1 in.
        		185.8 in.75 in.50.4 in.4 in.107.9 in.
        		185.8 in.75 in.50.4 in.4 in.107.9 in.

        2012 Mercedes-Benz AMG CL 65 vs competitor's trunk space

          Car Name
          Trunk Capacity
          Passenger Volume
          Max Trunk Volume
          		SourceCompare
          		13.5 cu.ft.-13.5 cu.ft.
          		-91 cu.ft.4.8 cu.ft.
          		13.1 cu.ft.125.3 cu.ft.74.7 cu.ft.
          		6.6 cu.ft.78 cu.ft.6.6 cu.ft.
          		22.4 cu.ft.52 cu.ft.22.4 cu.ft.
          		22.4 cu.ft.116 cu.ft.22.4 cu.ft.

          2012 Mercedes-Benz AMG CL 65 vs competitor's cargo space

            Car Name
            Cargo Volume
            Cargo Volume w/ Seat Area
            Max Cargo Volume
            Bed Length
            		SourceCompare
            		13.5 cu.ft.13.5 cu.ft.13.5 cu.ft.-
            		12.8 cu.ft.22.4 cu.ft.12.8 cu.ft.-
            		79 cu.ft.-4.8 cu.ft.-
            		12 cu.ft.4.8 cu.ft.4.8 cu.ft.-
            		51 cu.ft.22.4 cu.ft.22.4 cu.ft.-
            		35.9 cu.ft.6.6 cu.ft.6.6 cu.ft.-

            2012 Mercedes-Benz AMG CL 65 vs competitor's towing capacity

              Car Name
              Towing Capacity
              Payload Capacity
              Weight
              		SourceCompare
              		--4940 lbs.
              		4000 lbs.1440 lbs.3311 lbs.
              		--3175 lbs.
              		--4806 lbs.
              		--3549 lbs.
              		--4090 lbs.

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