Mercedes-Benz CL-Klasse and predecessors

1956 – 1960 Germany

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A classic from the 1950s, the Mercedes-Benz CL-Klasse and predecessors was built from 1956 to 1960. All 2 variants use petrol engines, from 106 to 120 hp. Every version has a manual gearbox. Against its predecessor (1952 – 1957), peak power fell from 175 to 120 hp, and minimum weight went down by 390 kg.

Body styleNot specified

Production1956 – 1960

Variants2

FuelPetrol

Key specifications (range)

Power106 – 120 hp

0–100 km/h15.0 – 17.0 s

Top speed159 km/h

Fuel economy10.7 L/100 km

Rear Wheel Drive

Compared with rivals

vs Lancia Flaminia Coupe (1958 – 1967)

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Variant	Fuel	Power	0–100	Top	Gearbox
220 S 2.2 L · 6 cyl · Rear Wheel Drive	Gasoline	106 hp	17.0 s	159	Manual, 4 Speed
220 SE 2.2 L · 6 cyl · Rear Wheel Drive	Gasoline	120 hp	15.0 s	159	Manual, 4 Speed

Engine

Cylinders: L6
Displacement: 2195 cm3 (134 ci)
Power: 78 KW @ 5200 RPM106 HP @ 5200 RPM105 BHP @ 5200 RPM
Torque: 127 lb-ft @ 3500 RPM172 Nm @ 3500 RPM
Fuel System: Carburetor
Fuel: Gasoline

Performance

Top Speed: 99 mph (159 km/h)
Acceleration 0-62 Mph (0-100 kph): 17 s

Transmission

Drive Type: Rear Wheel Drive
Gearbox: Manual, 4 Speed

Brakes

Front: Ventilated Drums
Rear: Ventilated Drums

Tires

Tire Size: 6.70-13

Dimensions

Length: 185 in (4699 mm)
Width: 70.5 in (1791 mm)
Height: 60.2 in (1529 mm)
Front/rear Track: 56.3/57.9 in (1,430/1,471 mm)
Wheelbase: 106.3 in (2700 mm)

Weight

Unladen Weight: 2976 lbs (1350 kg)
Gross Weight Limit: 3946 lbs (1790 kg)

Fuel Economy (nedc)

Combined: 22 mpg US (10.7 L/100Km)
CO2 Emissions: 254 g/km

Engine

Cylinders: L6
Displacement: 2195 cm3 (134 ci)
Power: 88 KW @ 4800 RPM120 HP @ 4800 RPM118 BHP @ 4800 RPM
Torque: 142 lb-ft @ 3900 RPM192 Nm @ 3900 RPM
Fuel System: Mechanical Injection
Fuel: Gasoline

Performance

Top Speed: 99 mph (159 km/h)
Acceleration 0-62 Mph (0-100 kph): 15 s

Transmission

Drive Type: Rear Wheel Drive
Gearbox: Manual, 4 Speed

Brakes

Front: Ventilated Drums
Rear: Ventilated Drums

Tires

Tire Size: 6.70-13

Dimensions

Length: 185 in (4699 mm)
Width: 70.5 in (1791 mm)
Height: 60.2 in (1529 mm)
Front/rear Track: 56.3/57.9 in (1,430/1,471 mm)
Wheelbase: 106.3 in (2700 mm)

Weight

Unladen Weight: 3042 lbs (1380 kg)
Gross Weight Limit: 3990 lbs (1810 kg)

Fuel Economy (nedc)

Combined: 22 mpg US (10.7 L/100Km)
CO2 Emissions: 254 g/km

Length4,699 mm

Width1,791 mm

Height1,529 mm

Wheelbase2,700 mm

Curb weight1,350 – 1,380 kg

Torque172 – 192 Nm

Ranges across all 2 variants of this generation.