“The sound emanating from the four AMG tailpipes is entirely in concert with this avalanche of power, growing from a melodic burble to a hard snarl as the revs rise. Yet the overall refinement of the car meets the best patrician expectations, and the CL65 rides and shifts smoothly, with interior noise levels that almost belie its colossal performance potential. ” — Car and Driver
“The surprise about the CL65 is how much more powerful it is: 604 horsepower, which just happens to match exactly the output of the Carrera GT from Mercedes' neighbor in Stuttgart. ” — Car and Driver
“...the steering wheel is wrapped with a disappointing mix of vinyl and hard leather.” — The Truth About Cars
“In the world of big, luxurious GT cars, the Mercedes-Benz CL is perfect.” — Automobile