Mercedes-Benz CL550 vs Mercedes-Benz CLK63 AMG
Side-by-side comparison from manufacturer specifications, NHTSA safety data, and live dealer listings.
Vehicles
Vehicles
2008 Mercedes-Benz CLK63 AMG
Overview
| Spec | Mercedes-Benz CL550CL550 4MATIC | Mercedes-Benz CLK63 AMGCLK63 AMG |
|---|---|---|
| Selected trim | CL550 4MATIC | CLK63 AMG |
| Body style | Coupe | Convertible |
| Drivetrain | all wheel drive | rear wheel drive |
| Fuel type | premium unleaded (required) | premium unleaded (required) |
| Transmission | 7-speed shiftable automatic | 7-speed shiftable automatic |
| Engine type | gas | gas |
| Model year | 2014 | 2008 |
Pricing & market
| Spec | Mercedes-Benz CL550CL550 4MATIC | Mercedes-Benz CLK63 AMGCLK63 AMG |
|---|---|---|
| MSRP | $116,600 | $89,500 (best) |
| For sale now | 0 | 0 |
Fuel economy & range
| Spec | Mercedes-Benz CL550CL550 4MATIC | Mercedes-Benz CLK63 AMGCLK63 AMG |
|---|---|---|
| Combined MPG | 18 MPG (best) | 14 MPG |
| City MPG | 15 MPG (best) | 12 MPG |
| Highway MPG | 24 MPG (best) | 18 MPG |
| Fuel tank | 21.9 gal (best) | 16.4 gal |
Performance
| Spec | Mercedes-Benz CL550CL550 4MATIC | Mercedes-Benz CLK63 AMGCLK63 AMG |
|---|---|---|
| Horsepower | 429 hp | 475 hp (best) |
| Torque | 516 lb-ft (best) | 465 lb-ft |
| Engine size | 4.7 L | 6.2 L (best) |
| Cylinders | V8 | V8 |
Size & capability
| Spec | Mercedes-Benz CL550CL550 4MATIC | Mercedes-Benz CLK63 AMGCLK63 AMG |
|---|---|---|
| Seating | 4 seats | 4 seats |
| Doors | 2 | 2 |
| Cargo volume | 13.5 cu ft (best) | 8.6 cu ft |
| Curb weight | 4,650 lbs | 3,960 lbs (best) |
| Ground clearance | 5.1 in (best) | — |
| Wheelbase | 116.3 in (best) | 106.9 in |
| Length | 200.6 in (best) | 183.2 in |
| Width | 73.7 in (best) | 68.5 in |
| Height | 55.8 in (best) | 55.1 in |
Safety & recalls
| Spec | Mercedes-Benz CL550CL550 4MATIC | Mercedes-Benz CLK63 AMGCLK63 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 CL550 | Mercedes-Benz CLK63 AMG |
|---|---|---|
| 1 | CL550 4MATIC $116,600 MSRP(Currently comparing) | CLK63 AMG $89,500 MSRP(Currently comparing) |
| 2 | — | CLK63 AMG Black Series $135,000 MSRP |