Hot CLS Shooting Brake

The new Mercedes-Benz CLS 63 AMG Shooting Brake is one of those multi-talented vehicles that could easily do the jobs of several.

For a start, the body style will appeal to those who aren’t sure whether they want a four-door saloon, a coupé or an estate, while the drivetrain takes care of any sports car desires.

Mercedes-Benz CLS 63 AMG Shooting Brake (2013) Front Side

Okay, it’s going to be useless off-road, five passengers is strictly the limit, and snowy conditions will be best avoided without chains and winter tyres. But apart from those situations, AMG’s take on the CLS Shooting Brake should manage just fine in most circumstances.

Despite the ‘63’ tag, power actually comes from a 5.5 litre V8 biturbo engine that pumps out 518 bhp (386 kW / 525 PS) and 700 Nm (516 lb/ft) of peak torque. That’s enough for a 0-62 mph (100 km/h) time of 4.4 seconds and an electronically-limited top speed of 155 mph (250 km/h).

Mercedes-Benz CLS 63 AMG Shooting Brake (2013) DashboardMercedes-Benz CLS 63 AMG Shooting Brake (2013) Side

If that’s not sufficient, AMG is also going to be offering the ‘Edition 1’ version for a short time after sales begin this October. It boasts 550 bhp (410 kW / 557 PS) and torque rises to a massive 800 Nm (590 lb/ft). Although there’s no change to the top speed and the 0-62 mph time falls by just 0.1 seconds, the extra grunt should make its presence felt in the mid-range.

The ‘Edition 1’ models will be distinguished by their Designo Magno Allanite Grey paint finish, which is complemented on the inside by Designo Platinum White Pearl leather that features a metallised finish. However, for anyone who thinks that white upholstery is a bit Liberace, black leather can be specified instead. Completing the package are carbon fibre and piano black cabin trim pieces, a black Dinamica micro-fibre headlining and special velour floor mats.

Mercedes-Benz CLS 63 AMG Shooting Brake (2013) Rear SideMercedes-Benz CLS 63 AMG Shooting Brake (2013) Interior

Pricing for the CLS 63 AMG Shooting Brake has yet to be confirmed, but Mercedes-Benz has already stated that it won’t be offered in North America.

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