Mercedes Benz CL

The 2010 Mercedes Benz CL ranks 2 out of 8 Super Luxury Sports Cars. This ranking is based on our analysis of 47 published reviews and test drives of the Mercedes Benz CL, and our analysis of reliability and safety data.

The 2010 Mercedes-Benz CL is fast, powerful and classy. What's more, it doesn't sacrifice performance for comfort -- it excels at both. Edmunds writes, "The 2010 Mercedes-Benz CL-Class is the automotive equivalent of a first-class seat on an airplane -- it costs a whole lot, but once you're sitting in it, you'll understand why."

Auto critics admire the 2010 Mercedes-Benz CL for its combination of power and elegance. While other Super luxury sports cars flash their sporting abilities and high-priced marquees in your face, the 2010 Mercedes-Benz CL defines itself as an exclusive and high-class vehicle without resorting to gimmicks. "Sumptuously furnished, beautiful to behold, and packed with enough technology to make a Radio Shack employee blush, the CL is a perfectly understated vehicle for showcasing your success," writes Car and Driver

Still the 2010 Mercedes-Benz CL isn't without its flaws. In addition to a cramped backseat, which is common in this class, critics note that its COMAND multimedia interface system is difficult to operate. Most, however, agree these are minor issues that shouldn't dissuade interested car shoppers.

Other Sports Cars to Consider

If you're in the market for a super luxury sports coupe, be sure to also test drive the 2010 Jaguar KK and 2010 BMW 6-Series. Like the 2010 Mercedes-Benz CL, both are criticized for cramped accommodations in the rear cabin and difficult-to-use multimedia interface systems. However, some critics find that the XK's exterior design is sleeker and more aggressive. Meanwhile, the 6-Series, like almost every BMW, features superb handling dynamics.

Details: 2010 Mercedes-Benz CL

The 2010 Mercedes-Benz CL is available in two trims, the CL550 and CL600. High-performance CL63AMG and CL65AMG models are also available.

• "Any CL-Class is very pricey, but they're all brimming with power, technology, and luxury. For the well-heeled shopper with little use for a rear seat, these well-crafted coupes are a wonderful indulgence."
• "The successful entrepreneur's dream car, the CL-Class is neither showy nor obviously exotic. It demonstrates an arrival at the serious end of capitalism, and offers the visionary leader who likes to call all the shots a COMAND brain that, with a button on the console to press or rotate, can set a myriad of personal function preferences, including suspension settings."

CL Performance - 9.0 (Excellent)

Test drivers fancy the 2010 Mercedes-Benz CL's powerful, yet composed road manners. "Impressively powerful, serenely quiet, completely unruffled at high speeds and equipped with enormous fade-resistant brakes, the 2010 Mercedes CL-Class is the sort of vehicle that is no doubt most at home on the German autobahn," writes Edmunds Standard on the 2010 CL550 is Benz's 4Matic all-wheel drive system.

CL Exterior - 8.8 (Very Good)

Unlike some competitors, the 2010 Mercedes-Benz CL isn't overly flashy -- which is what reviewers admire most about it."In the world of high-dollar coupes, the CL550's styling is rather restrained," writes Cars.com. "Still, its long profile, low-slung stance and big three-pointed star on the grille say 'I'm expensive,' even to casual observers."

CL Interior - 8.7 (Very Good)

Auto writers admire the 2010 Mercedes-Benz CL's elegant cabin. "Though understated, the CL's cabin is appointed with luxurious, top-notch materials," says Consumer Guide -- before adding, "Assembly quality is flawless." Still, reviewers take issue with the 2010 Mercedes-Benz CL's cramped rear seats and difficult-to-use COMAND multimedia system.

CL Safety - NA

The 2010 Mercedes-Benz CL has not been crash tested. At this price point, few cars are. Nevertheless, it comes equipped with loads of advanced safety technology -- including Mercedes-Benz's PRE-SAFE system.

CL Reliability - 6.0 (Mediocre)

The 2010 Mercedes Benz CL reliability score shown is the Predicted Reliability rating provided by J.D. Power and Associates. This score is based on trending the past three years of historical initial quality and dependability data from J.D. Power's automotive studies, specifically the Vehicle Dependability Study (VDS) and the Initial Quality Study (IQS). Protecting the 2010 Mercedes-Benz CL is a four-year/50,000-mile basic warranty. An extended limited warranty is also available.