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  • Mercedes-Benz CL 600
Engine details:
No. of cylinders, arrangement: 12, 3 valves per cylinder
Bore x stroke (mm): 84.0 x 87.0
Capacity (cc): 5786
Max. power (bhp): 270/367 @ 5500rpm
Peak torque (Nm): 530 @ 4000rpm
Compression ratio: 10.0:1
Fuel system: Microprocessor-controlled injection system HFM
The 600 CL is not a cheap car, but you soon realise what you are paying for
Transmission: 5-speed automatic with one-touch gearshift
Drive: Front
Transmission ratios
1st: 3.59:1
2nd: 2.186:1
3rd: 1.405:1
4th: 1.00:1
5th: 0.831:1
Reverse: 3.16:1
Final Drive: 2.82:1
Performance:
Top speed (mph): 156
0-62 mph (sec.): 6.1
Brakes:
Front: Hydraulic dual circuit brakes with brake servo, stepped master brake cylinder, 4 disc brakes, ventilated and perforated
Rear:Ventilated, ABS/ESP, Brake Assist and pedal-operated parking brake
Wheels and tyres:
Wheel size (inches):7.5 J x 17
Tyres: 225/55 R 17
Chassis and Suspension:
Front: 4-link front axle, "Active Body Control" active suspension system
Rear: Multi-link independent rear suspension, "Active Body Control" active suspension system
Steering: Rack-and-pinion variable ratio steering
Turning circle (m): 11.5
Bodywork:

Seats: 5
Doors: 4
Length (mm): 4993
Width (mm): 1857
Overall height (mm): 1398
Track (front / rear) (mm): 1577/1578
Wheelbase (mm): 2446
Luggage capacity (litres): 450

Supplies - Weights:
Fuel tank / reserve (litres): 88 /11
Kerb weight (kg):1955
Gross vehicle weight (kg):2380
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