The Mercedes CLS 63 AMG Shooting Brake: A Study in Luxury and Performance

As I introduce myself as Lady of the Manor, it becomes clear that this is not just another high-class roleplay exercise, but rather an opportunity to explore the origins of the term "Shooting Brake" and how it applies to this particular 21st-century vehicle. The term itself dates back to the nineteenth century, when a "break" referred to a carriage pulled by horses used during hunts. As such, the name "Shooting Brake" has stuck, now describing sports cars with an estate-style rear end.

The Mercedes CLS 63 AMG Shooting Brake is a prime example of this style, boasting both the luxury and performance expected from a high-end vehicle. To truly test its worth, I find myself in aristocratic surroundings, ideal for exploring whether this £83,000 car lives up to its upper-crust name tag. With its electric boot lid – slow enough for a pheasant to resuscitate itself and fly out – and spacious interior, the CLS Shooting Brake is well-suited for hauling equipment.

The car's 5.5-liter twin-turbo engine is a key component of its performance, producing 513 pound-feet of torque at just 1,700 rpm. This results in an acceleration time of 4.3 seconds to reach 62 miles per hour, yet still allows the driver to slow down and enjoy the car's comfortable cruising capabilities. The use of a 7-speed sports transmission further enhances control over the vehicle's performance, allowing drivers to appreciate the nuances of their driving experience.

One notable aspect of the CLS Shooting Brake is its fuel efficiency. According to manufacturer claims, this car achieves an impressive 28 miles per gallon when driven at moderate speeds, but in reality, the driver may only manage around 20 miles per gallon, depending on driving habits. Nonetheless, with its spacious interior and luxurious features, this car remains a compelling choice for those seeking a balance between performance and practicality.

The CLS Shooting Brake's design has been carefully crafted to prioritize both style and functionality. Its spacious interior accommodates an abundance of equipment, making it suitable for outdoor pursuits such as shooting or fishing. The use of expensive materials, including carbon fiber trim, adds to the car's luxurious feel and overall aesthetic appeal.

In comparison to other high-end vehicles in its class, the CLS Shooting Brake stands out for its unique blend of space, luxury, and performance. While its main rival, the e63 AMG, may offer similar capabilities at a lower price point, the Shooting Brake remains the only option that offers such an impressive balance of style and substance.

Ultimately, the Mercedes CLS 63 AMG Shooting Brake is a car that defies categorization – it's neither merely a high-performance vehicle nor solely a luxury sedan. Rather, it occupies a unique space in the market, one that prioritizes both driving excitement and everyday practicality. With its impressive capabilities and luxurious features, this car is sure to appeal to those seeking a truly exceptional driving experience.

"WEBVTTKind: captionsLanguage: enlet me introduce the Mercedes CLS 63 AMG Shooting Brake it's half estate car half supercar and to test it properly I need to indulge in some high-class roleplay today I am lady of the manor and to explain why all of this is relevant and not just some kinky hobby of mine let me give you a quick history lesson the term Shooting Brake originated in the nineteenth century a break was a carriage pulled by horses which the upper class is used during hunts hence shooting when horses were replaced by engines the shooting-brake name stuck and is now used to describe sports cars with an estate style rear a shape like the original carriages to test this 21st century shooting break I'm going back to the terms roots and these aristocratic surroundings are ideal for sorting out whether this eighty-three thousand pound car is worthy if its upper crust name tag time to load the guns this is a perfect test of the Mercs 590 litre derriere it's smaller than an eClass estate but almost twice the size of a normal hatch like a focus you can fit masses of shooting kit in here it does have an electric boot lid which is slow enough for a pheasant to resuscitate itself and fly out but on the other hand it does give you half time to get round and into the car to help it keep up with even the fastest stacks the CLS is powered by 5.5 liter twin-turbo engine and it is a belter 513 pound-feet of torque that comes to you from a lowly 1700 rpm so it feels as though no matter what gear you are in put your foot down and you get a load of grunt even though this car is capable of hitting 62 miles an hour in 4.3 seconds you can slow the pace and it becomes a very quiet and comfortable Cruiser but you have an engine which sounds so fantastic what would you want to do that boo it's such a great engine it is such a great engine the Shooting Brake only comes with an automatic but it's 7-speed sports transmission allows you to take full control and with this engine that means some nice sounding gear changes there is one downside to the stately home sized reserves of power and that's fuel consumption if I drove this car like my chauffeur I would be able to achieve the manufacturers claimed figure of 28 miles per gallon but drive it like me Lady Luck and I'd be lucky to get 20 now shooting breaks aren't just about space they're also about luxurious refinement so of course the CLS needs to be a good drawing room this is a stylish interior with lots of expensive materials and even more expensive options like this two thousand eight hundred pound carbon fiber trim and four thousand two hundred pound Bang and Olufsen stereo system the truth be told this isn't any more luxurious than a CLS AMG saloon upon which this car is based and that's a thousand pounds cheaper it's also eight grand more expensive than the e63 estate but if you're happy to shell out the premium you won't be shortchanged when it comes to driving enjoyment now this car weighs almost two tons but it never feels that heavy its agility belies its true weight and there is very little body roll AMG knows how to fine-tune a chassis and boy they have done a great job here this car handles so well but if you want an extra dollop of hairiness then just turn the traction control off and you've got it and the CLS Shooting brakes blend of hooliganism space and luxury can't be matched by its main rivals at the moment there's no real competition for this car because BMW hasn't made an m5 estate yet and the Jaguar XF Sportbrake isn't available in a loonie or specification so at the minute it pretty much stands alone as a modern-day Shooting Brake this car is brilliant the main trouble though is that its archrival comes from within the family the e63 AMG is not only bigger but it's also cheaper however if you want the coolest gun tota around then this is the only one to have ah wait just cheated the cook well I wasn'tlet me introduce the Mercedes CLS 63 AMG Shooting Brake it's half estate car half supercar and to test it properly I need to indulge in some high-class roleplay today I am lady of the manor and to explain why all of this is relevant and not just some kinky hobby of mine let me give you a quick history lesson the term Shooting Brake originated in the nineteenth century a break was a carriage pulled by horses which the upper class is used during hunts hence shooting when horses were replaced by engines the shooting-brake name stuck and is now used to describe sports cars with an estate style rear a shape like the original carriages to test this 21st century shooting break I'm going back to the terms roots and these aristocratic surroundings are ideal for sorting out whether this eighty-three thousand pound car is worthy if its upper crust name tag time to load the guns this is a perfect test of the Mercs 590 litre derriere it's smaller than an eClass estate but almost twice the size of a normal hatch like a focus you can fit masses of shooting kit in here it does have an electric boot lid which is slow enough for a pheasant to resuscitate itself and fly out but on the other hand it does give you half time to get round and into the car to help it keep up with even the fastest stacks the CLS is powered by 5.5 liter twin-turbo engine and it is a belter 513 pound-feet of torque that comes to you from a lowly 1700 rpm so it feels as though no matter what gear you are in put your foot down and you get a load of grunt even though this car is capable of hitting 62 miles an hour in 4.3 seconds you can slow the pace and it becomes a very quiet and comfortable Cruiser but you have an engine which sounds so fantastic what would you want to do that boo it's such a great engine it is such a great engine the Shooting Brake only comes with an automatic but it's 7-speed sports transmission allows you to take full control and with this engine that means some nice sounding gear changes there is one downside to the stately home sized reserves of power and that's fuel consumption if I drove this car like my chauffeur I would be able to achieve the manufacturers claimed figure of 28 miles per gallon but drive it like me Lady Luck and I'd be lucky to get 20 now shooting breaks aren't just about space they're also about luxurious refinement so of course the CLS needs to be a good drawing room this is a stylish interior with lots of expensive materials and even more expensive options like this two thousand eight hundred pound carbon fiber trim and four thousand two hundred pound Bang and Olufsen stereo system the truth be told this isn't any more luxurious than a CLS AMG saloon upon which this car is based and that's a thousand pounds cheaper it's also eight grand more expensive than the e63 estate but if you're happy to shell out the premium you won't be shortchanged when it comes to driving enjoyment now this car weighs almost two tons but it never feels that heavy its agility belies its true weight and there is very little body roll AMG knows how to fine-tune a chassis and boy they have done a great job here this car handles so well but if you want an extra dollop of hairiness then just turn the traction control off and you've got it and the CLS Shooting brakes blend of hooliganism space and luxury can't be matched by its main rivals at the moment there's no real competition for this car because BMW hasn't made an m5 estate yet and the Jaguar XF Sportbrake isn't available in a loonie or specification so at the minute it pretty much stands alone as a modern-day Shooting Brake this car is brilliant the main trouble though is that its archrival comes from within the family the e63 AMG is not only bigger but it's also cheaper however if you want the coolest gun tota around then this is the only one to have ah wait just cheated the cook well I wasn't\n"