MERCEDES BENZ CL (C216) 2006-2010 Photos, engines & full specs

The 2006 Mercedes-Benz CL continued the great line of Gran Tourer vehicles from the German premium car-maker. It was offered only with gasoline engines.

The 2006 CL was a bit longer than its predecessor, but it had a lot more to offer. From the interior room and bigger trunk to the advanced suspension and more powerful engines, everything was changed. It was the result of six years of development.

A long hood, curved greenhouse, and no B-pillars were some of the features of the Mercedes-Benz CL. It kept that from its predecessor and enhanced them in every way. With a better aerodynamic that led to lower wind noise and enhanced look, it was on top of its class. With a side sculptured line across the entire body, and rear flared arches, it inspired both elegance and sportiness.

Inside, the luxury features were carried over from the S-Class inventory. Large, comfortable front seats were installed. To enhance comfort and clean-up the center console between the front passengers, the CL featured a steering-column mounted gearshift for the automatic transmission. To enhance the ride quality, a panoramic glass roof was fitted as standard.

For more comfort, the car featured the Active Body Control system, that controlled the car's rigidity, or better cornering speed when it was set in the sport mode. For the engine compartment, the CL featured four V8 engines and two V12, with the AMG versions included. All vehicles featured automatic transmission.