Mercedes-Benz CLS63 AMG

Mercedes-Benz CLS63 AMG was first introduced in 2006 as a successor to Mercedes-Benz CLS55 AMG, as CLS55 wasn't powerful enough for a 2006 car.[2][5] CLS63's first generation design was derived from Mercedes-Benz Vision CLS, a concept car later resulted in the development of Mercedes-Benz CLS-Class W219.[6][7]

First generation
Overview
Production	2006–2008
Powertrain
Engine	6.2L V8
Transmission	7G-Tronic
Dimensions
Wheelbase	2,854 mm (112.4 in)
Length	4,910 millimetres (4.91 m)
Width	1,851 millimetres (1.851 m)
Height	1,403 millimetres (1.403 m)
Curb weight	1,870 kilograms (4,120 lb)

The first generation CLS63 was launched in 2006, as a four-door coupé with advanced Mercedes-AMG technologies, such as AMG high-performance brake system and 7G-Tronic transmission. The 7G-Tronic transmission allows the driver to control the car in either an automatic or a manual way.[1] CLS63 had a 6,208 cubic centimetres (6.208 l) 514 horsepower (383 kW) V8 petrol engine, with 630 newton metres (460 lb⋅ft) of torque and a top speed of 250 kilometres per hour (160 mph).[note 1] The first generation of CLS63 was able to reach 100 kilometres per hour (62 mph) in 4.5 seconds.[10] Its curb weight was 1,870 kilograms (4,120 lb). The CLS63 had a double overhead camshaft and a fuel injection system.[11][12]

The 7G-Tronic transmission allows the driver to change the driving mode between "S" (Sport), "C" (Comfort) and "M" (Manual) modes. Sport mode is almost 30% faster than comfort and 50% faster than manual. To change the driving mode, the driver should press a button placed inside the car.[13]

A new suspension system developed by Mercedes-AMG was used in CLS63, caused an increase in the car's handling. The front axle had a 35 millimetres wider track, which decreased the dynamic wheel loads when cornering. This also caused the wheel arches to be wider.[13] The CLS63 was equipped with 18 inches (46 cm) alloy wheels,[14] with the option of receiving 19 inches (48 cm) alloy wheels.[15]

PRE-SAFE, a collision avoidance system, was included in the first generation of CLS63 as a standard equipment. By using this system, the car could recognize a potential accident in its early stages and take precautionary measures.[1][16]