Mercedes-Benz C63 AMG vs Mercedes-Benz CLS550
Side-by-side comparison from manufacturer specifications, NHTSA safety data, and live dealer listings.
Vehicles
Vehicles
2018 Mercedes-Benz CLS550
Overview
| Spec | Mercedes-Benz C63 AMGAMG C 63 | Mercedes-Benz CLS550CLS 550 |
|---|---|---|
| Selected trim | AMG C 63 | CLS 550 |
| Body style | Sedan | Sedan |
| Drivetrain | rear wheel drive | rear wheel drive |
| Fuel type | premium unleaded (required) | premium unleaded (required) |
| Transmission | 9-speed shiftable automatic | 9-speed shiftable automatic |
| Engine type | gas | gas |
| Model year | 2021 | 2018 |
Pricing & market
| Spec | Mercedes-Benz C63 AMGAMG C 63 | Mercedes-Benz CLS550CLS 550 |
|---|---|---|
| MSRP | $68,600 (best) | $75,150 |
| For sale now | 0 | 0 |
Fuel economy & range
| Spec | Mercedes-Benz C63 AMGAMG C 63 | Mercedes-Benz CLS550CLS 550 |
|---|---|---|
| Combined MPG | 21 MPG | 21 MPG |
| City MPG | 17 MPG | 18 MPG (best) |
| Highway MPG | 26 MPG | 26 MPG |
| Fuel tank | 17.4 gal | 21.1 gal (best) |
Performance
| Spec | Mercedes-Benz C63 AMGAMG C 63 | Mercedes-Benz CLS550CLS 550 |
|---|---|---|
| Horsepower | 469 hp (best) | 402 hp |
| Torque | 479 lb-ft (best) | 443 lb-ft |
| Engine size | 4 L | 4.7 L (best) |
| Cylinders | V8 | V8 |
Size & capability
| Spec | Mercedes-Benz C63 AMGAMG C 63 | Mercedes-Benz CLS550CLS 550 |
|---|---|---|
| Seating | 5 seats (best) | 4 seats |
| Doors | 4 | 4 |
| Cargo volume | 12.6 cu ft (best) | 11 cu ft |
| Curb weight | 3,874 lbs (best) | 4,233 lbs |
| Ground clearance | 3.6 in (best) | — |
| Wheelbase | 111.8 in | 113.2 in (best) |
| Length | 187.2 in | 194.5 in (best) |
| Width | 72.4 in (best) | — |
| Height | 56.1 in (best) | 55.8 in |
Safety & recalls
| Spec | Mercedes-Benz C63 AMGAMG C 63 | Mercedes-Benz CLS550CLS 550 |
|---|---|---|
| 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 | Mercedes-Benz C63 AMG | Mercedes-Benz CLS550 |
|---|---|---|
| 1 | AMG C 63 $68,600 MSRP(Currently comparing) | CLS 550 $75,150 MSRP(Currently comparing) |
| 2 | AMG C 63 $70,650 MSRP | CLS 550 4MATIC $77,650 MSRP |
| 3 | AMG C 63 $78,000 MSRP | — |