Mercedes-Benz CLK430 vs Mercedes-Benz CLK500
Side-by-side comparison from manufacturer specifications, NHTSA safety data, and live dealer listings.
Vehicles
Vehicles
2006 Mercedes-Benz CLK500
Overview
| Spec | Mercedes-Benz CLK430CLK430 | Mercedes-Benz CLK500CLK500 |
|---|---|---|
| Selected trim | CLK430 | CLK500 |
| Body style | Convertible | Coupe |
| Drivetrain | rear wheel drive | rear wheel drive |
| Fuel type | premium unleaded (required) | premium unleaded (required) |
| Transmission | 5-speed shiftable automatic | 7-speed shiftable automatic |
| Engine type | gas | gas |
| Model year | 2003 | 2006 |
Pricing & market
| Spec | Mercedes-Benz CLK430CLK430 | Mercedes-Benz CLK500CLK500 |
|---|---|---|
| MSRP | $57,650 | $54,350 (best) |
| For sale now | 0 | 0 |
Fuel economy & range
| Spec | Mercedes-Benz CLK430CLK430 | Mercedes-Benz CLK500CLK500 |
|---|---|---|
| Combined MPG | 18 MPG | 18 MPG |
| City MPG | 16 MPG (best) | 15 MPG |
| Highway MPG | 22 MPG | 23 MPG (best) |
| Fuel tank | 16.4 gal | 16.4 gal |
Performance
| Spec | Mercedes-Benz CLK430CLK430 | Mercedes-Benz CLK500CLK500 |
|---|---|---|
| Horsepower | 275 hp | 302 hp (best) |
| Torque | 295 lb-ft | 339 lb-ft (best) |
| Engine size | 4.3 L | 5 L (best) |
| Cylinders | V8 | V8 |
Size & capability
| Spec | Mercedes-Benz CLK430CLK430 | Mercedes-Benz CLK500CLK500 |
|---|---|---|
| Seating | 4 seats | 4 seats |
| Doors | 2 | 2 |
| Cargo volume | 9.4 cu ft | 10.4 cu ft (best) |
| Curb weight | 3,745 lbs | 3,585 lbs (best) |
| Wheelbase | 105.9 in | 106.9 in (best) |
| Length | 180.3 in | 183.2 in (best) |
| Width | 67.8 in | 68.5 in (best) |
| Height | 54.3 in | 55.4 in (best) |
Safety & recalls
| Spec | Mercedes-Benz CLK430CLK430 | Mercedes-Benz CLK500CLK500 |
|---|---|---|
| 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 CLK430 | Mercedes-Benz CLK500 |
|---|---|---|
| 1 | CLK430 $57,650 MSRP(Currently comparing) | CLK500 $54,350 MSRP(Currently comparing) |
| 2 | — | CLK500 $62,300 MSRP |