Mercedes-Benz CLS55 AMG vs Mercedes-Benz E55 AMG
Side-by-side comparison from manufacturer specifications, NHTSA safety data, and live dealer listings.
Vehicles
Vehicles
2006 Mercedes-Benz E55 AMG
Overview
| Spec | Mercedes-Benz CLS55 AMGCLS55 AMG | Mercedes-Benz E55 AMGE55 AMG |
|---|---|---|
| Selected trim | CLS55 AMG | E55 AMG |
| Body style | Sedan | Sedan |
| Drivetrain | rear wheel drive | rear wheel drive |
| Fuel type | premium unleaded (required) | premium unleaded (required) |
| Transmission | 5-speed shiftable automatic | 5-speed shiftable automatic |
| Engine type | gas | gas |
| Model year | 2006 | 2006 |
Pricing & market
| Spec | Mercedes-Benz CLS55 AMGCLS55 AMG | Mercedes-Benz E55 AMGE55 AMG |
|---|---|---|
| MSRP | $86,600 | $81,800 (best) |
| For sale now | 0 | 0 |
Fuel economy & range
| Spec | Mercedes-Benz CLS55 AMGCLS55 AMG | Mercedes-Benz E55 AMGE55 AMG |
|---|---|---|
| Combined MPG | 15 MPG | 16 MPG (best) |
| City MPG | 13 MPG | 13 MPG |
| Highway MPG | 19 MPG | 19 MPG |
| Fuel tank | 21.1 gal | 21.1 gal |
Performance
| Spec | Mercedes-Benz CLS55 AMGCLS55 AMG | Mercedes-Benz E55 AMGE55 AMG |
|---|---|---|
| Horsepower | 469 hp | 469 hp |
| Torque | 516 lb-ft | 516 lb-ft |
| Engine size | 5.4 L | 5.4 L |
| Cylinders | V8 | V8 |
Size & capability
| Spec | Mercedes-Benz CLS55 AMGCLS55 AMG | Mercedes-Benz E55 AMGE55 AMG |
|---|---|---|
| Seating | 4 seats | 5 seats (best) |
| Doors | 4 | 4 |
| Cargo volume | 15.8 cu ft | 15.9 cu ft (best) |
| Curb weight | 4,050 lbs (best) | 4,087 lbs |
| Ground clearance | — | 5.5 in (best) |
| Wheelbase | 112.4 in | 112.4 in |
| Length | 194 in (best) | 190.3 in |
| Width | 73.7 in (best) | 71.3 in |
| Height | 54.7 in | 57.2 in (best) |
Safety & recalls
| Spec | Mercedes-Benz CLS55 AMGCLS55 AMG | Mercedes-Benz E55 AMGE55 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 CLS55 AMG | Mercedes-Benz E55 AMG |
|---|---|---|
| 1 | CLS55 AMG $86,600 MSRP(Currently comparing) | E55 AMG $81,800 MSRP(Currently comparing) |
| 2 | — | E55 AMG $82,600 MSRP |