New 2009 Mercedes-Benz CL-Class

The finest in luxury sports coupes is revealed in the 2009 Mercedes-Benz CL-Class – essentially the 2-door version of the universally-acclaimed S-Class sedan. With amazing muscle that would make the Autobahn sweat, this refined vehicle maintains its sterling reputation as one of THE cars to be seen in.

The CL-Class is offered in four amenity-adorned trim levels. The CL550 provides a 5.5-liter, 382-horsepower V-8 engine and can be enhanced by the CL63 AMG for 518-horsepower with a slightly larger 6.2-liter V-8 engine. Both come with seven-speed automatic transmission as standard.

The CL600 boasts a 510-horsepower, 5.5-liter V-12 turbocharged engine, only to be outdone by its CL65 AMG counterpart - a 604-horsepower giant in a 6.0-liter V-12 chassis. These behemoths under the hood of the CL-Class sport a five-speed automatic transmission for torque-heavy and quick acceleration-promising delight.

With an array of new options for 2009 sure to be eye-popping for any new car buyer in this class - including a parking assist system designed to make it easier to parallel park – the CL-Class will answer the bell for any sparring match with the similarly luxurious Bentley Continental GT, BMW M6 or Jaguar XKR. And while fuel economy is not a major buying factor for those seeking this class of vehicle, 11-14 MPG city and 17-21 MPG highway will more than meet the needs of those who ask.

The CL-Class seats up to four passengers with both front and rear bucket seating. 4Matic all-wheel drive and a blind-spot monitoring system are new for 2009. Immense cabin space is accented by a power-closing trunk-lid, Command control system and burl walnut wood trims for a true sense of style and prestige.

High-tech safety features that Mercedes-Benz lovers have come to expect are included in the CL-Class. Keyless Go entry and exit, infrared night vision system and Distronic Plus adaptive cruise control that automatically accelerates and brakes the vehicle in stop-and-go traffic are a few features that are sure to come in handy when the comfort and enjoyment of this ride become interrupted by a potentially undesirable driving situation.

Melding top-quality interiors and competent handling with striking appearance, the 2009 Mercedes-Benz CL-Class is the luxury sports coupe that you surely park the furthest away from any other car in the parking lot.