2001Mercedes-BenzCL-ClassMercedes-Benz CL-Class2001 Mercedes-Benz CL600 Base CoupeCoupeCoupeRWDGermanyThe CL600 makes its debut with a 362-horsepower V12 and standard Distronic cruise control. This high-tech system uses radar, along with braking and acceleration, to maintain a specified distance from other vehicles. Web-based services, such as e-mail and stock quotes, will also be on board for the 2001 model year.High-tech features, classic styling, comfortable long-distance cruiser for two.Complex navigation/audio system, cramped rear seat, pricey.Mercedes has been slashing the costs and curb weights of its vehicles in recent years while substantially upping the technology and gadget quotient. This weight-loss, price-drop, techno-injection, performance-minded methodology also served as the guiding principles for Mercedes' top-of-the-line coupe: the CL. The car has a curvaceous shell inspired by the 220/280 SE Coupes of the early 1960s. The rakish grille and long, flat hood give the CL a racy look and a .28 drag coefficient. This, combined with a 600-pound drop in curb weight and an advanced suspension system, means that the CL's racy image extends beyond its appearance. Aston Martin DB7BMW M5Cadillac EldoradoJaguar XKR450,000450,000UnlimitedUnlimited450,000NANANA125.8 litersV12362 hp @ 5500 rpm391 ft-lbs. @ 4100 rpm196.6 in.73.1 in.56 in.4312 lbs.113.6 in.36.9 in.36.8 in.59.3 in.54.6 in.59.9 in.56.5 in.41.7 in.30.8 in.12.3 cu.ft.StandardStandardStandardStandardNot AvailableStandardStandardRating = Not TestedRating = Not TestedNot TestedNot TestedNot TestedNot Tested23.2 gal.15 mpg / 23 mpg348 mi. / 534 mi.Insurance costs can vary greatly for this vehicle, depending on such factors as driver age, driver gender, teenage drivers in the household, driving records, theft loss data for your particular geographic region, miles driven per year, and other widely variable factors. Additionally, some companies charge a premium for certain makes and models, while others do not.$108,996$117,2007.35%$645$1,3003% of the Total MSRPCL500 (5A): 5L V8 SOHC SMPI 24-valve engine, (requires premium unleaded fuel); driver's selectable multi-mode 5-speed electronic OD auto-manual transmission with lock-up torque converter; HD battery; 143 amp alternator; rear-wheel drive, traction control, 2.82 axle ratio; dual stainless steel exhaust with tailpipe finisher; auto ride control, adaptive auto-leveling suspension, electronic stability control, front independent double-wishbone suspension front coil springs, gas-pressurized front shocks, rear independent multi-link suspension with rear coil springs, gas-pressurized rear shocks; rack-and-pinion power steering with vehicle-speed-sensing assist; 4-wheel antilock disc brakes; 23.2 gal. capacity fuel tank; side impact bars; express open/close sliding and tilting glass sunroof with sunshade; front and rear body-colored bumpers with body-colored rubber strip, chrome bumper insert; body-colored bodyside molding with chrome bodyside insert; clearcoat monotone paint; projector beamhigh intensity auto on headlamps with washer, daytime running lights, delay-off feature; additional exterior lights include front fog/driving lights; driver's and passenger's body-colored heated power folding outside mirrors with turn signal indicators, driver's power remote auto-dimming outside mirror, passenger's power remote outside mirror with tilt down; 17" x 7.5" silver alloy wheels; P225/55HR17 BSW performance A/S tires; full-size alloy spare wheel; dual-zone front air conditioning with climate control, air filter, rear heat ducts, residual heat recirculation; AM/FM stereo radio, seek-scan feature, cassette player, trunk-mounted 6-disc CD changer, 10 premium speakers, amplifier, auto equalizer, theft deterrent, window grid antenna, steering wheel radio controls; cruise control; power door locks with 2-stage unlock, remote keyless entry, power remote hatch release, power remote fuel door release; cell phone pre-wiring, 1 power accessory outlet, front lighter element(s), trunkpull-down, driver's foot rest, garage door opener, smokers' package, first aid kit, emergency S.O.S.; instrumentation display includes tachometer, water temperature gauge, in-dash clock, exterior temp, systems monitor, trip computer, trip odometer, navigation system; warning indicators include water temp, battery, low oil level, low coolant, lights on, key in ignition, low fuel, low washer fluid, bulb failure, door ajar, trunk ajar, service interval, low brake fluid; driver's and passenger's front airbags, driver's and front passenger's door mounted side airbags, overhead airbag; ignition disable, panic alarm, tracker system, security system; tinted windows, power front and rear windows with front and rear 1-touch down double pane side glass; heated jets with variable-speed intermittent front windshield wipers, rain detecting wipers, sun visor strip, rear window defroster, rear power blind; seating capacity of 4, front bucket seats, heated-cushion driver's and passenger's seats withpower adjustable tilt headrests, center armrest with storage, driver's and passenger's seat includes 10-way power adjustment, power 2-way lumbar support, easy entry; rear bucket seat with power adjustable headrests and manual tilt, center armrest with storage; front seatbelts with pretensioners; leather seats, leather door trim insert with carpet lower, full cloth headliner, full carpet floor covering with carpeted floor mats, genuine wood dashboard insert, leather/wood gearshift knob, genuine wood door panel insert, genuine wood console insert, chrome interior accents; memory on driver's and passenger's seats with 3 memory setting(s) includes settings for exterior mirrors, steering wheel, headrests; interior lights include dome light with fade, front reading lights, 2 door curb lights, illuminated entry; leather/genuine wood steering wheel with power tilt and telescopic adjustment; dual illuminated vanity mirrors; auto-dimming day/night rearview mirror; full floor console, rearconsole with storage, locking glove box with light, front and rear cupholders, 2 seatback storage pockets, refrigerated box, driver's and passenger's door bins, front underseat tray; carpeted cargo floor, cargo light; chrome grille, chrome side window moldings, black front windshield molding, black rear window molding and body-colored door handles.
CL600 (5A) (in addition to or instead of CL500 (5A) equipment): 5.8L V12 DOHC SMPI 48-valve engine with variable valve timing; portable voice activated cell phone; front adaptive seats, driver's and passenger's seat includes massaging lumbar support and full leather headliner.