2013 Mercedes-Benz AMG CL 65

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$213,200
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Nathan Dyer 

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Updated on November 3, 2023

ProsConsWhat's New

Exemplary acceleration with a V12 engine

Rear visibility is quite compromised due to a sloping roofline

It is essentially unchanged for 2013

Highly involving to drive despite its size

Relatively more expensive than most competitors

Impeccably crafted interior

Loaded with cutting-edge comfort and safety technology

Specs & Features

$213,200

price

621 hp @ 4800 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 2013 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 $213,300.

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 CL55 AMG is the most extreme and exquisite version of the CL-Class. With a V12 engine underneath, it offers the performance of a supercar without compromising luxury. With just one trim to choose from, it offers heated and ventilated with 8-way power adjustable rear seats, Active Body Control, a heated steering wheel, an automated braking system, a lane-departure warning, a blind-spot warning system and a lot more creature comforts, and advanced safety features.

Trims

    Base
    $213,200 onwards
    • Automatic emergency braking
    • Blind spot alert
    • Harman kardon premium audio
    • Keyless entry and keyless ignition
    • Leather steering wheel
    • Post-Collision safety system
    • Rearview camera
    • Siriusxm satellite radio
    • Xenon headlights

Compare to similar cars

Price

$213,200

Engine

Gasoline

Rating

7.12

Horsepower

621 hp @ 4800 rpm

Torque

738 lb.-ft. @ 2300 rpm

Capacity

4

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$183,700- $198,700

Gasoline

8.24

510 hp @ 6500 rpm

457 lb.-ft. @ 5500 rpm

4

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$108,350- $114,650

Gasoline

8.34

560 hp @ 6000 rpm

500 lb.-ft. @ 1500 rpm

4

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$111,600

Gasoline

7.05

638 hp @ 6500 rpm

604 lb.-ft. @ 3800 rpm

2

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$75,600

Gasoline

7.5

505 hp @ 6300 rpm

470 lb.-ft. @ 4800 rpm

2

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$56,000- $59,600

Gasoline

7.93

430 hp @ 5900 rpm

424 lb.-ft. @ 4600 rpm

2

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$49,600- $111,600

Gasoline

7.78

430 hp @ 5900 rpm

424 lb.-ft. @ 4600 rpm

2

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$199,500- $206,000

Gasoline

7.67

563 hp @ 6800 rpm

479 lb.-ft. @ 4750 rpm

2

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$153,000

Gasoline

7.25

536 hp @ 5500 rpm

590 lb.-ft. @ 2000 rpm

4

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$137,500- $172,100

Gasoline

8.13

400 hp @ 7400 rpm

325 lb.-ft. @ 5600 rpm

4

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2013 Mercedes-Benz AMG CL 65 vs competitor's 0-60

    Car Name
    0-60 MPH
    Quarter Mile
    Top Speed
    SourceCompare
    3.78 sec-120 mph
    2.89 sec13.2 sec150 mph
    3.15 sec11.7 sec190 mph
    3.5 sec--
    3.77 sec13.4 sec150 mph
    3.9 sec13.5 sec150 mph

    2013 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.
      19 mpg27 mpg22 mpg16.9 gal.321.1/456.3 mi.
      16 mpg24 mpg19 mpg16.9 gal.270.4/405.6 mi.
      16 mpg26 mpg19 mpg18 gal.-
      16 mpg26 mpg19 mpg18 gal.288/468 mi.
      15 mpg22 mpg18 mpg23.8 gal.357/523.6 mi.

      2013 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.
        2013 BMW M6

        Ranked #3

        192.8 in.82.9 in.54.1 in.4 in.112.2 in.

        2013 Bentley Continental GT

        Ranked #4

        189.2 in.76.5 in.55.3 in.5 in.108.1 in.
        185.8 in.74 in.50.5 in.4 in.107.9 in.
        182.6 in.76.3 in.49.7 in.6 in.105.5 in.

        2013 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.
          2013 BMW M6

          Ranked #1

          11 cu.ft.88 cu.ft.11 cu.ft.
          5 cu.ft.-4.8 cu.ft.
          34.3 cu.ft.95.9 cu.ft.68.6 cu.ft.
          5 cu.ft.78 cu.ft.65.7 cu.ft.
          22.4 cu.ft.-22.4 cu.ft.

          2013 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.-
            44.8 cu.ft.22.4 cu.ft.22.4 cu.ft.79 ft.
            68.6 cu.ft.34.3 cu.ft.68.6 cu.ft.-
            15.7 cu.ft.22.4 cu.ft.22.4 cu.ft.-
            51 cu.ft.22.4 cu.ft.22.4 cu.ft.-
            2013 BMW M6

            Ranked #6

            71.3 cu.ft.11 cu.ft.11 cu.ft.-

            2013 Mercedes-Benz AMG CL 65 vs competitor's towing capacity

              Car Name
              Payload Capacity
              Weight
              SourceCompare
              -4940 lbs.
              -3333 lbs.
              -3595 lbs.
              -3573 lbs.
              -3549 lbs.
              -3311 lbs.

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