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Mercedes-Benz CL C140 CL 420 V8 (279 Hp) Automatic
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Mercedes-Benz CL:
The Mercedes-Benz CL-Class was a line of grand tourers which are produced by German automaker Mercedes-Benz, produced from 1992 to 2014. The name CL stands for the German Coupé Luxusklasse. It was considered by Mercedes as their premier model.
In 2015 Mercedes officially ceased using the CL-Class designation, returning the vehicle's name back to the S-Class Coupe/Convertible, replacing it with the C217 S-Class Coupé.
The CL-Class was the coupé derivative of the S-Class full-size luxury saloon, upon which it shares the same platform. Formerly known as the SEC and later S-Coupé, it was spun off into its own, separate name in 1996 and in 1997 for North American markets. The CL continued to follow the same development cycle as the S, though riding on a shorter wheelbase, and sharing the same engines albeit with less choice as only the higher-output powertrains are offered. The last generation of the CL was actually heavier than its corresponding S trim , due to the roof engineering required to compensate for the lack of a central B-pillar....(Read more on Wikipedia)
C140 Overview:
Mercedes-Benz CL (C140). With 400 Nm of torque, it offers ample pulling power. At around 2080 kg, it’s on the heavier side. Rear‑wheel drive offers dynamic handling and sporty feedback. Acceleration is good (0–100 km/h in 8.3 s). The top speed reaches 250 km/h. A two-door car with a fixed roof, known for its sporty design and dynamic performance. Seating for 4 makes it ideal for daily use.
The Mercedes-Benz CL (C140) was not tested by Euro NCAP. As a luxury vehicle from the mid-to-late 1990s, it incorporated advanced safety features for its time, such as ABS and multiple airbags, but lacks modern crash test data.
CL 420 V8 (279 Hp) Automatic Verdict:
Performance Verdict
Provides ample power for most situations, though noticeably less potent than the CL 500, offering a refined driving experience.
Fuel Economy
Slightly better fuel economy than the CL 500, but still a thirsty V8 at 14.9 l/100 km combined.
Pros and Cons:
Pros:
- • Exceptional ride comfort and luxurious interior
- • Powerful and refined V8 and V12 engine options
- • Timeless and elegant design
- • High build quality and solid feel
- • Excellent highway cruiser
Cons:
- • Very high fuel consumption across all engines
- • Expensive maintenance and parts, especially for V12
- • Large dimensions can make city driving challenging
- • Complex electronics can be costly to repair
- • Depreciation has made them affordable, but running costs remain high
Specifications:
| General: | |
|---|---|
| Brand: | Mercedes-Benz |
| Model: | CL |
| Generation: | C140 |
| Modification (Engine): | CL 420 V8 (279 Hp) Automatic |
| Start of production: | 1996 |
| End of production: | 1998 |
| Powertrain Architecture: | Internal Combustion engine |
| Body type: | Coupe |
| Seats: | 4 |
| Doors: | 2 |
| Engine: | |
|---|---|
| Power: | 279 Hp @ 5700 rpm. |
| Power per litre: | 66.5 Hp/l |
| Torque: | 400 Nm @ 3900 rpm. |
| Engine Model/Code: | M 119.981 |
| Engine displacement: | 4196 |
| Number of cylinders: | 8 |
| Engine configuration: | V-engine |
| Number of valves per cylinder: | 4 |
| Fuel injection system: | Multi-port manifold injection |
| Engine aspiration: | Naturally aspirated engine |
| Valvetrain: | DOHC |
| Engine oil capacity: | 8 l |
| Coolant: | 16.5 l |
| Engine layout: | Front, Longitudinal |
| Cylinder Bore: | 92 mm mm |
| Piston Stroke: | 78.9 mm mm |
| Compression ratio: | 11:1 |
| Performance: | |
|---|---|
| Fuel Type: | Petrol (Gasoline) |
| Fuel consumption (economy) - urban: | 21.4 l/100 km |
| Fuel consumption (economy) - extra urban: | 11.2 l/100 km |
| Fuel consumption (economy) - combined: | 14.9 l/100 km |
| Acceleration 0 - 100 km/h: | 8.3 sec |
| Acceleration 0 - 62 mph: | 8.3 sec |
| Maximum speed: | 250 km/h |
| Weight-to-power ratio: | 7.5 kg/Hp, 134.1 Hp/tonne |
| Weight-to-torque ratio: | 5.2 kg/Nm, 192.3 Nm/tonne |
| Acceleration 0 - 60 mph: | 7.9 sec |
| Space: | |
|---|---|
| Kerb Weight: | 2080 |
| Max. weight: | 2600 |
| Max load: | 520 |
| Trunk (boot) space - minimum: | 505 l |
| Fuel tank capacity: | 100 l |
| Size: | |
|---|---|
| Length: | 5065 mm mm |
| Width: | 1912 mm mm |
| Height: | 1452 mm mm |
| Wheelbase: | 2945 mm mm |
| Front track: | 1614 mm |
| Rear (Back) track: | 1587 mm |
| Minimum turning circle (turning diameter): | 11.91 m |
| Powertrain: | |
|---|---|
| Drivetrain Architecture | The Internal combustion engine (ICE) drives the rear wheels of the vehicle. |
| Drive wheel | Rear wheel drive |
| Number of gears | 5 |
| Transmission type | Automatic |
| Front brakes | Ventilated discs |
| Rear brakes | Ventilated discs |
| Assisting systems | ABS (Anti-lock braking system) |
| Power steering | Hydraulic Steering |
| Tires size | 255/45 R18 |
| Wheel rims size | 18 |
| Front suspension | Double wishbone |
| Rear suspension | Independent multi-link suspension |
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