New generation of the CL-Class

The new-generation CL-Class (C 216 series) is launched at the Goodwood Festival of Speed near Chichester, UK. The CL 500 BlueEFFICIENCY is the first car to feature the new BlueDIRECT engine, M 278, a 4.6-litre V8 biturbo with direct injection. Although engine output has been increased by 12 %, the fuel consumption of the luxury coupé's 320 kW / 435 hp engine is 23 % lower than that of its predecessor. A further factor here is the new 7-speed automatic transmission 7G-TRONIC PLUS that makes its debut in the CL 500 BlueEFFICIENCY and delivers optimised efficiency thanks to a reduction in converter slip.