Mercedes-Benz CL-Class Model Years and History

The CL-class added some standard equipment, including a rearview camera, seat massage and Night View Assist. Otherwise, it's essentially the same as the 2013 model.

The Mercedes-Benz CL Class is slated for a redesign for 2014, but ahead of that, the handsome coupe receives few changes.

The big, luxurious Mercedes-Benz CL-Class coupes have carried over unchanged into 2012.

The big, luxurious Mercedes-Benz CL-Class coupes have been revised for 2011, with a new grille and taillight design, as well as revised sheetmetal for a slightly different look. But the major news is that two all-new direct-injection bi-turbo V8 engines--a 4.6L and a special high-performance AMG 5.5L--make their U.S. debut in the CL-Class, bringing improved performance and fuel economy. Both engines are matched to a retuned 7-speed automatic transmission and the base CL550 model now comes with 4Matic all-wheel drive. Automatic engine stop/start, allowing the engine to turn off to save fuel at stoplights, has also been added to the top-of-the-line CL63. Mercedes-Benz has also made Adaptive Highbeam Assist standard and made Active Blind Spot Assist standard on V12 models and optional on V8 models. Attention Assist is also now a standard feature.

For 2010, the Mercedes-Benz CL-Class carries over largely unchanged, though updates include a new direct-steer system, improved selection of Sport mode for the transmission and suspension, and new mirrors with arrow-shaped LED indicators. Multi-color ambient lighting is available, as is Night View Assist PLUS with pedestrian detection and Active Body Control (ABC) with crosswind stabilization. Palladium Silver is a new exterior color.

All four models from 2008 -- CL550, CL600, CL63 AMG and CL65 AMG ? return for 2009. The CL550 gets all-wheel-drive but it will not be available on the other models. This year, the CL550 comes standard with keyless ignition and entry and heated/ventilated front seats. All CL-Class models now have gearshift paddles in place of gearshift buttons, as well as a hill-hold braking function.

After being completely redesigned for 2007, the Mercedes-Benz CL-Class returns for 2008 with a new 40th Anniversary Edition of the powerful, twin-turbo V12 CL65 AMG model, including two-tone diamond-pattern Nappa leather seats, carbon-fiber interior trim, a special Alcantara headliner inside and a unique Alubeam Liquid Metal finish outside. There will be only 40 made worldwide, including 20 planned for U.S. delivery.

The Mercedes-Benz CL-Class has been completely redesigned for 2007. A new, sleeker body continues the tradition of a two-door, four-seat S-Class. The two available engines are a 382-horespower V8 and a 510-horespower twin-turbo V12. New options include the highly useful Night View Assist.