AFFALTERBACH: The Mercedes‑AMG CLE 646 Spezialanfertigung road-legal high-performance coupe was developed with one clear focus: driving dynamics.
The vehicle combines a 637hp V8 biturbo engine with pure rear wheel drive, significantly reduced weight and a chassis setup engineered for precision.
A unique wide-body concept with wider tracks, numerous carbon fiber components and purpose-developed aerodynamics further enhances the vehicle's dynamic potential.
Limited to only 30 examples, each CLE 646 Spezialanfertigung is meticulously hand-built to the highest standards at AMG's headquarters in Affalterbach.
"For me, the CLE 646 Spezialanfertigung represents the very essence of AMG. This vehicle came to life because highly rational engineers dreamed of a highly irrational car. We turned that dream into reality in the form of maximum driving dynamics and an unparalleled driving experience," said Mercedes‑AMG GmbH chairman Dr Stefan Weckbach.
The CLE 646 Spezialanfertigung is the second model in the highly exclusive Mercedes‑Benz Mythos Series, dedicated to exceptionally rare collector vehicles produced in strictly limited numbers.
At the heart of the CLE 646 Spezialanfertigung is the extensively enhanced AMG M177 EVO 4.0‑litre V8 biturbo engine, mated to a AMG Speedshift TCT 9G transmission.
850Nm of maximum torque is available across a broad engine speed range from 2,500 to 4,500rpm.
The characteristic V8 soundtrack is further amplified by a bespoke high-performance exhaust system.
The cold-end design was developed in collaboration with Akrapovič, while the extensive use of titanium also contributes to weight reduction.
The AMG Performance 4MATIC+ system of the donor vehicle has been removed entirely.
Power is transmitted exclusively to the rear axle.
An electronically controlled limited slip rear differential optimises torque distribution between the rear wheels through variable locking action based on the driving situation.
The suspension features a steel sprung coilover suspension system jointly developed by Mercedes‑AMG and KW automotive.
The AMG Ceramic High-Performance Composite Braking System is engineered for extreme loads.
For use on closed circuits with ESP switched off, AMG Traction Control allows drivers to individually tailor the level of support provided when managing the engine's considerable output, without ESP stability interventions.
