Jaguar S-Type vs Mercedes-Benz C55 AMG
Side-by-side comparison from manufacturer specifications, NHTSA safety data, and live dealer listings.
Vehicles
Vehicles
2006 Mercedes-Benz C55 AMG
Overview
| Spec | Jaguar S-Type3 | Mercedes-Benz C55 AMGC55 AMG |
|---|---|---|
| Selected trim | 3 | C55 AMG |
| Body style | Sedan | Sedan |
| Drivetrain | rear wheel drive | rear wheel drive |
| Fuel type | premium unleaded (required) | premium unleaded (required) |
| Transmission | 6-speed shiftable automatic | 5-speed shiftable automatic |
| Engine type | gas | gas |
| Model year | 2008 | 2006 |
Pricing & market
| Spec | Jaguar S-Type3 | Mercedes-Benz C55 AMGC55 AMG |
|---|---|---|
| MSRP | $48,335 (best) | $54,450 |
| For sale now | 0 | 0 |
Fuel economy & range
| Spec | Jaguar S-Type3 | Mercedes-Benz C55 AMGC55 AMG |
|---|---|---|
| Combined MPG | 20 MPG (best) | 17 MPG |
| City MPG | 17 MPG (best) | 15 MPG |
| Highway MPG | 26 MPG (best) | 20 MPG |
| Fuel tank | 18.4 gal (best) | — |
Performance
| Spec | Jaguar S-Type3 | Mercedes-Benz C55 AMGC55 AMG |
|---|---|---|
| Horsepower | 235 hp | 362 hp (best) |
| Torque | 216 lb-ft | 376 lb-ft (best) |
| Engine size | 3 L | 5.4 L (best) |
| Cylinders | V6 | V8 |
Size & capability
| Spec | Jaguar S-Type3 | Mercedes-Benz C55 AMGC55 AMG |
|---|---|---|
| Seating | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Doors | 4 | 4 |
| Cargo volume | 28.6 cu ft (best) | 12.2 cu ft |
| Curb weight | 3,760 lbs | 3,540 lbs (best) |
| Ground clearance | 4.1 in (best) | — |
| Wheelbase | 114.5 in (best) | 106.9 in |
| Length | 193.1 in (best) | 181.8 in |
| Width | 71.6 in (best) | 68 in |
| Height | 57 in (best) | 55.6 in |
Safety & recalls
| Spec | Jaguar S-Type3 | Mercedes-Benz C55 AMGC55 AMG |
|---|---|---|
| Open recalls (YMM scope) | None reported | None reported |
Highlighted values indicate the better figure for that spec when a clear winner exists. Specs reflect the selected trim for each vehicle. Drag a vehicle header to reorder columns. MSRP and specifications are manufacturer data; listing prices and inventory come from live dealer listings. Safety ratings are from NHTSA.
Trim overview
All available trims with MSRP. The trim selected above is highlighted; comparison specs use that selection.
| Trim | Jaguar S-Type | Mercedes-Benz C55 AMG |
|---|---|---|
| 1 | 3 $48,335 MSRP(Currently comparing) | C55 AMG $54,450 MSRP(Currently comparing) |
| 2 | 4.2 $55,835 MSRP | — |
| 3 | R $64,335 MSRP | — |