2012 Mercedes CLS63 AMG Full Picture Galore Released

After initial details and images of the all-new CLS63 AMG have been released back in November 2010, ahead of the vehicle’s LA debut, Daimler have today brought an additional set of images to the stand that reveal not only the full range of exterior colors its tech features, but also detailed interior views.

“A unique series of appointment details are available from the designo range for the CLS 63 AMG which customers can use to reflect their own personal style,” the company says.

“The wide range of exclusive paint finishes, leather upholstery, trim elements and steering wheels provides for the proverbial tailor-made individuality. Seven designo colours, including two matt paint finishes, can be combined with ten designo leather colours. The Alcantara roof lining, available in three colour shades, rounds off the look perfectly,” Daimler adds.

A special limited "Edition 1" version of the CLS 63 AMG will also be available. Finished in the new manganite grey Shape matt paint, the "Edition 1" features a "corteccia pearl" designo leather is characterised by a shimmering metallic surface finish.

The roof lining, A, B and C-pillars, as well as the sunblinds, are finished in anthracite Alcantara, while carbon fibre/black piano lacquer AMG trim elements are also included. The designo leather seats are matched by the designo floormats in black velour, featuring designo badge and designo leather insert in "corteccia pearl".

Engine and performance specs of the 2012 CLS63 AMG are resumed below:

• Transmission: AMG SPEEDSHIFT MCT 7-speed sports transmission
• Engine displacement: 5,461 cm3
• Bore x stroke: 98.0 x 90.5 mm
• Compression ratio: 10.0 : 1
• Power: 518 hp @ 5,500 r/min 550 hp @ 5,500 r/min
• Max. torque: 516 lb-ft @ 1750-5000 r/min 590 lb-ft @ 2000-4500 r/min
• Engine weight (dry): 450 lbs
• Fuel economy: 16 / 21 mpg city / highway
• Acceleration 0-60 mph: 4.4 s 4.3 s
• Top speed: 155 mph 186 mph