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Originally Posted by Pagani My written German is nonexistent, next to a very basic speaking one, so can anyone volunteer to translate or at least give a summary of the strong points of the article? This being the Auto-Motor-und-Sport, I am quite sure the review is favorable. |
That's why I am here.
The review is indeed very favorable. AMS basically thinks this is currently the "best coupe in the world".
Here's why:
Mercedes coupes have always been known for luxury. With the last generation CL came the switch over to sport and luxury. This C216 CL600 is both luxurious and sporty. It handles nicely for such a large and heavy car. The suspension is a little harder over that of the S600 sedan. Handling is amazing according to AMS. There is practically no body-roll or very little of it thanks to the improved ABC suspension. Likewise, the steering is unusually direct for a Mercedes letting the driver have some fun when it comes to backroads. Even so, the CL remains a comfortable - class leading according to AMS - that needs to be beat by other makes.
Interior space is even bigger than before. The rear passengers now have comfortable leg space as if they were sitting inside a 4-door sedan.
The cars safety systems have been improved, including the optional PRE-SAFE BRAKE.
The V8 and V12 engines are refined, powerful and their fuel efficiency has improved by 0.4 liters per 100 km as opposed to the old CL.
There you go.
