2012 Mercedes-Benz CLS63 AMG price starts at $94,900

April 25, 2011February 2, 2012 Omar Rana 2012, CLS, Mercedes-Benz CLS, Mercedes-Benz CLS 63 AMG, Mercedes-Benz CLS63 AMG, Sedans, Sports Cars

Joining the new 2012 Mercedes-Benz CLS550 in dealerships later this summer will be the new 518-hp 2012 Mercedes-Benz CLS63 AMG.

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“The new CLS63 AMG continues the success story of the previous models, the CLS55 AMG and CLS63 AMG, which have delighted our customers all around the world since 2004”, according to Ola Ksllenius, Head of Mercedes-AMG GmbH. “The CLS63 AMG is a unique high-performance car – it sets new standards in design, performance and efficiency.”

Prices for the 2012 Mercedes-Benz CLS63 AMG start at $94,900 – excluding a $875 destination & delivery charge.

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Adding the AMG Performance package will give you enhanced performance bringing the peak output to a total of 550 hp and a maximum torque of 590 lb-ft. It also adds a genuine carbon fiber AMG engine cover, genuine carbon fiber AMG spoiler lip on the trunk lid, red-painted brake calipers, AMG Performance steering wheel with Alcantara inserts in the grip areas, raised top speed to 186 mph and a sport suspension.

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Refresher: The 2012 Mercedes-Benz CLS63 AMG is powered by a M157 5.5L twin-turbocharged V8 making 518-hp with a maximum torque of 516 lb-ft of torque. Adding the AMG Performance Package increases output to 550-hp and a peak torque of 590 lb-ft. Mated to a AMG SPEEDSHIFT MCT 7-speed Sports Transmission, 0 to 60 mph comes in 4.4 seconds and 4.3 seconds with the AMG package. Top speed is clocked in at 186 mph.

2012 Mercedes-Benz CLS63 AMG Equipment List:

Comfort/Convenience

COMAND w/ 40GB Hard-Drive GPS Navigation
Bluetooth interface
Voice Control
14-Speaker harman/kardon LOGIC7 Surround Sound System with Dolby Digital 5.1
HD Digital Radio
In-dash 6-disc DVD/CD Changer
In-dash SD Card Reader
iPod/MP3 Media Interface
SIRIUS Satellite Radio
Power Tilt/Sliding Sunroof with One Touch Open/Close
Full Leather Interior
Burl Walnut Wood Trim
Multifunction Leather Sport Steering Wheel with shift paddles
4-Way Power Tilt and Telescoping Steering Column
14-way Power Adjustable Seats with 3 Position Memory for Seats, Steering Column and Exterior Mirrors; Multicontour Driver’s seat
Heated front seats
Dual-Zone Automatic Climate Control
Electronic Cruise Control
Remote Central Locking with SmartKey
Power Windows with Express Up and Down
Auto-dimming Driver and Rearview mirror
Integrated Garage Door Opener
Intermittent Wipers with Rain Sensor
Power rear window sunshade
Headlamp cleaning system
Split-folding rear seats
Multi-color Ambient Lighting*

Performance/Handling

Hand-built AMG 5.5-liter direct injection biturbo V8 engine*
518 (550**) hp @ 5,500 rpm*
516 (590**) lb-ft of torque @ 2,000-4,500 rpm*
Acceleration (0 – 60 mph): 4.4s (4.3s**)
Turbo Boost: 14.5 (18.8) psi**
ECO Stop/Start*
Top Speed: 155 (186**) mph (Electronically Limited)
Electro Hydraulic Power-assisted Speed-sensitive Rack-and-Pinion Steering*
AMG DRIVE UNIT w/SPEEDSHIFT MCT 7-speed Sport Transmission*
AMG Adaptive Suspension: Semi-active Suspension w/ Adaptive Damping System
Front Suspension: 3-link Independent with Antidive Control and Stabilizer Bar
Rear Suspension: Multilink Independent air suspension with Antisquat Control and Stabilizer Bar
Front Brakes: 14.2″ internally ventilated & perf. discs w/ 6-Piston Fixed Calipers
Rear Brakes: 14.2″ internally ventilated & perf. discs w/ 4-Piston Fixed Calipers
Dual Exhaust with Chrome Tailpipes

Safety/Security

ATTENTION ASSIST drowsiness monitor*
mbrace telematics system
New Vehicle 4 Year/50,000 Mile Warranty
24-Hour Roadside Assistance Program
Steel Reinforced Cabin with Front and Rear Crumple Zones
3-Point Seatbelts with Pre-tensioners and Force Limiters
Front Dual Stage Airbags
Front Side Airbags
Front Pelvic Airbags
Front and Rear Side Window Airbags
Dual Front Knee Airbags*
NECK-PRO Active Head Restraints
LATCH Anchor and Tether System
4-Wheel Disc Brakes with ABS & BAS
AMG 3-stage Electronic Stability Program (ESP)
PRE-SAFE (Predictive Protection System)
Roll-Over Sensor
Anti-Theft Alarm with Engine Immobilizer
Night Security Illumination
Tire Pressure Monitoring System
Panic Button Remote Key
LED Daytime Running Lights*
Corner-Illuminating Lamps
Bi-Xenon Headlamps

Wheels

19″ staggered-width AMG Triple 5-Spoke Alloy Wheels
255/35 R19 (Front) High-Performance Tires on 9.0 x 19.0
285/30 R19 (Rear) High-Performance Tires on 10.0 x 19.0

Optional Packages

Premium 1 Package

Rearview Camera
Heated & Active Ventilated Front Seats
Adaptive Highbeam Assist*
Full-LED Active Headlamps*
KEYLESS-GO
Electronic Trunk Closer
Active Multicontour Driver’s seat

Lane Tracking Package

Blind Spot Assist*
Lane Keeping Assist*

Driver Assistance Package

DISTRONIC PLUS (with PRE-SAFE® Brake)
Active Blind Spot Assist*
Active Lane Keeping Assist*

AMG Performance Package

Red Brake Calipers
AMG Performance Steering Wheel
Top Speed Raised to 186 mph
Horsepower/torque increase to 550 hp/590 lb. ft.
Sport Suspension
Limited Slip Differential
Carbon Fiber Engine Cover
Carbon Fiber Trunk Spoiler

Stand Alone Options

19″ AMG Twin 5-Spoke Forged Alloy Wheel
PARKTRONIC (with Active Parking Assist)*
Night View Assist PLUS w/Pedestrian Detection*
Rear side airbags
Limited Slip Differential with 40% lock
AMG Ceramic Composite Braking System

Paint

Black, Zircon Red, Obsidian Black, Lunar Blue, Cuprite Brown, Storm Red, Iridium Silver, Palladium Silver, Diamond White, Indium Grey, Alubeam Titanium

Upholstery