Mercedes-Benz CL500 vs Mercedes-Benz CL55 AMG
Side-by-side comparison from manufacturer specifications, NHTSA safety data, and live dealer listings.
Vehicles
Vehicles
2006 Mercedes-Benz CL55 AMG
Overview
| Spec | Mercedes-Benz CL500CL500 | Mercedes-Benz CL55 AMGCL55 AMG |
|---|---|---|
| Selected trim | CL500 | CL55 AMG |
| Body style | Coupe | Coupe |
| Drivetrain | rear wheel drive | rear wheel drive |
| Fuel type | premium unleaded (required) | premium unleaded (required) |
| Transmission | 7-speed shiftable automatic | 5-speed shiftable automatic |
| Engine type | gas | gas |
| Model year | 2006 | 2006 |
Pricing & market
| Spec | Mercedes-Benz CL500CL500 | Mercedes-Benz CL55 AMGCL55 AMG |
|---|---|---|
| MSRP | $95,500 (best) | $120,500 |
| For sale now | 0 | 0 |
Fuel economy & range
| Spec | Mercedes-Benz CL500CL500 | Mercedes-Benz CL55 AMGCL55 AMG |
|---|---|---|
| Combined MPG | 17 MPG (best) | 16 MPG |
| City MPG | 14 MPG (best) | 13 MPG |
| Highway MPG | 22 MPG (best) | 20 MPG |
| Fuel tank | 23.2 gal (best) | — |
Performance
| Spec | Mercedes-Benz CL500CL500 | Mercedes-Benz CL55 AMGCL55 AMG |
|---|---|---|
| Horsepower | 302 hp | 493 hp (best) |
| Torque | 339 lb-ft | 516 lb-ft (best) |
| Engine size | 5 L | 5.4 L (best) |
| Cylinders | V8 | V8 |
Size & capability
| Spec | Mercedes-Benz CL500CL500 | Mercedes-Benz CL55 AMGCL55 AMG |
|---|---|---|
| Seating | 4 seats | 4 seats |
| Doors | 2 | 2 |
| Cargo volume | 12.3 cu ft | 12.3 cu ft |
| Curb weight | 4,085 lbs (best) | 4,300 lbs |
| Wheelbase | 113.6 in | 113.6 in |
| Length | 196.6 in | 196.6 in |
| Width | 73.1 in | 73.1 in |
| Height | 55 in | 55 in |
Safety & recalls
| Spec | Mercedes-Benz CL500CL500 | Mercedes-Benz CL55 AMGCL55 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 | Mercedes-Benz CL500 | Mercedes-Benz CL55 AMG |
|---|---|---|
| 1 | CL500 $95,500 MSRP(Currently comparing) | CL55 AMG $120,500 MSRP(Currently comparing) |