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2011 Mercedes-Benz CL63 & CL65 AMG Revealed

July 26, 2010 by  
Filed under Automotive, Mercedes-Benz, News

It is rather obvious that forced induction is a major contributor to modern-day vehicles and it is here to stay. To further support that notion, Mercedes-Benz has officially introduced their new Twin-Turbo CL-Class CL63 and CL65 AMG cars.

The naturally aspirated 6.2-liter AMG V8 engine is gone and replaced by a smaller 536hp 5.5-liter twin-turbocharged unit now fitted in the CL63 (optional AMG Performance Package adds 27hp for a total of 563hp and 664lbs-ft of torque). That should be good enough for a 0-60mph run in 4.4 seconds or less. The CL65 AMG carries over its 6.0-liter V12 twin-turbo with an additional 17hp making a total of 621 horsepower and 738lbs-ft of torque.

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2009 Mercedes Benz GL320 BlueTEC Review & Test Drive

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The award-winning seven-passenger GL-Class-the first full-size SUV from Mercedes-Benz-gets a timely new model for 2009.  Joining the fully equipped, 382hp GL550 model and the highly successful GL450, the fuel-sipping GL320 BlueTEC diesel features a new AdBlue exhaust treatment system that helps it meet the most stringent 50-state emissions limits.

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