Mercedes-Benz CL-Class
Every Mercedes-Benz CL-Class generation in the Burbles catalogue — complete specs, rarity tiers, interactive 3D cards, and the collectors who have spotted them on the street.
- Lineage Span
- 1998–2014 7 generations · 18 published trims
- Power Evolution
- 302 → 604 hp Base lead-trim output across eras
- Catalogue Rarity
- 2 Legendary 2 Legendary · 3 Epic · 2 Rare/Common
All 7 Mercedes-Benz CL-Class Generations
Each generation deals in its rarity tier’s alloy with its engine disc, lead specs, and first spotter record. Click into any generation for full trims and market figures.
The C216-generation CL, home of the CL63 AMG, was so rare in American driveways that one reviewer noted its entire annual US sales volume matched what Ford moved in trucks in a single day.
The CL65 AMG wasn't just Mercedes' most powerful coupe of its day — it was priced above every other Mercedes model sold, S-Class included.
The C216 CL-Class introduced Night View Assist Plus, which could detect pedestrians ahead using infrared cameras and highlight them on the dashboard display.
The CL 65 AMG put out 612 PS — over 100 horsepower more than the supercharged CL55 or the twin-turbo CL600 sitting right below it in the same lineup.
Mercedes built just 55 examples of the CL 55 AMG F1 Edition, a Safety Car tribute, and reportedly made it the first production road car anywhere fitted with carbon ceramic brakes.
The limited-run CL 55 AMG F1 Edition quietly made history in 2000: it's reported to be the first production road car ever fitted with carbon ceramic brakes.
The C140 CL-Class was sold without a Mercedes-Benz model badge on early cars' trunk lid, at the request of Mercedes designers who wanted a cleaner look.
Collectors Who Spotted the Mercedes-Benz CL-Class
No member has published a public street spot of the Mercedes-Benz CL-Class yet — the First · Worldwide stamp is wide open.
Mercedes-Benz CL-Class Generation-by-Generation Comparison
Lead figures across every published generation, newest to oldest. Select any generation to inspect all trims and engine options.
| Generation | Years | Tier & Rarity | Engine | Power & Torque | 0–60 mph | Weight | Trims | First Spotter |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| CL63 AMG (C216)C216 CL63 AMG | 2008–2014 | Epic | 6.2L V8 | 518 hp · 465 lb-ft | — | — | 3 trims → | Unclaimed |
| CL65 AMG (C216)C216 CL65 AMG | 2008–2014 | Legendary | 6.0L V12 | 604 hp · 738 lb-ft | — | — | 2 trims → | Unclaimed |
| C216 CL-ClassC216 | 2007–2014 | Epic | 5.5L I8 | 382 hp · 391 lb-ft | — | — | 4 trims → | Unclaimed |
| CL65 AMG (C215)C215 CL65 AMG | 2005–2006 | Legendary | 6.0L V12 | 604 hp · 738 lb-ft | — | — | 1 trim → | Unclaimed |
| CL55 AMG (C215)C215 CL55 AMG | 2001–2006 | Epic | 5.4L I8 | 493 hp · 516 lb-ft | — | — | 3 trims → | Unclaimed |
| C215 CL-ClassC215 | 2000–2006 | Rare | 5.0L V8 | 302 hp · 339 lb-ft | — | — | 3 trims → | Unclaimed |
| C140 CL-ClassC140 | 1998–1999 | Rare | 5.0L I8 | 322 hp · 347 lb-ft | — | — | 2 trims → | Unclaimed |
See a Mercedes-Benz CL-Class on the street, point Burbles at it, and that generation’s card goes in your binder with your own photo and serial number. Own one? Add it to your garage in the app.