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Mercedes-Benz ML55 AMG vs Toyota Land Cruiser

Side-by-side comparison from manufacturer specifications, NHTSA safety data, and live dealer listings.

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2003 Mercedes-Benz ML55 AMG

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Overview

SpecMercedes-Benz ML55 AMGML55 AMGToyota Land Cruiser1958
Selected trimML55 AMG1958
Body styleSUVSUV
Drivetrainall wheel drivefour wheel drive
Fuel typepremium unleaded (required)premium unleaded (required)
Transmission5-speed shiftable automatic8-speed shiftable automatic
Engine typegasmild hybrid
Model year20032027

Pricing & market

SpecMercedes-Benz ML55 AMGML55 AMGToyota Land Cruiser1958
MSRP$65,900$57,880 (best)
Lowest listing price—$21,267 (best)
Median listing price—$70,747 (best)
Highest listing price—$129,999 (best)
For sale now031 (best)

Fuel economy & range

SpecMercedes-Benz ML55 AMGML55 AMGToyota Land Cruiser1958
Combined MPG14 MPG23 MPG (best)
City MPG13 MPG22 MPG (best)
Highway MPG17 MPG25 MPG (best)
Fuel tank24.5 gal (best)17.9 gal

Performance

SpecMercedes-Benz ML55 AMGML55 AMGToyota Land Cruiser1958
Horsepower342 hp (best)326 hp
Torque376 lb-ft465 lb-ft (best)
Engine size5.5 L (best)2.4 L
CylindersV8I4

Size & capability

SpecMercedes-Benz ML55 AMGML55 AMGToyota Land Cruiser1958
Seating5 seats5 seats
Doors5 (best)4
Cargo volume71 cu ft82.1 cu ft (best)
Towing capacity5,000 lbs6,000 lbs (best)
Payload1,422 lbs (best)—
Curb weight5,072 lbs (best)5,360 lbs
Ground clearance8.4 in (best)8.3 in
Wheelbase111 in112.2 in (best)
Length182.5 in196.4 in (best)
Width74.6 in77.9 in (best)
Height71.1 in75.7 in (best)

Safety & recalls

SpecMercedes-Benz ML55 AMGML55 AMGToyota Land Cruiser1958
Open recalls (YMM scope)None reportedNone 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.

TrimMercedes-Benz ML55 AMGToyota Land Cruiser
1

ML55 AMG

$65,900 MSRP(Currently comparing)

1958

$57,880 MSRP(Currently comparing)

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Base

$62,725 MSRP

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Mercedes-Benz ML55 AMG vs Toyota Land Cruiser FAQ

Which is better: 2003 Mercedes-Benz ML55 AMG or 2027 Toyota Land Cruiser?
It depends on priorities. OpenDealer compares 2003 Mercedes-Benz ML55 AMG vs 2027 Toyota Land Cruiser on MSRP, fuel economy, horsepower, seating, towing, NHTSA safety ratings, and live market prices so you can weigh the tradeoffs.
Which costs less: 2003 Mercedes-Benz ML55 AMG or 2027 Toyota Land Cruiser?
Based on starting MSRP, the 2027 Toyota Land Cruiser starts lower at $57,880. Live Toyota Land Cruiser listings start at $21,267.
Which has better startingMsrp: 2003 Mercedes-Benz ML55 AMG or 2027 Toyota Land Cruiser?
The 2027 Toyota Land Cruiser leads on startingMsrp in this comparison (57,880).
Which has better combinedMpg: 2003 Mercedes-Benz ML55 AMG or 2027 Toyota Land Cruiser?
The 2027 Toyota Land Cruiser leads on combinedMpg in this comparison (23).
Which has better horsepower: 2003 Mercedes-Benz ML55 AMG or 2027 Toyota Land Cruiser?
The 2003 Mercedes-Benz ML55 AMG leads on horsepower in this comparison (342).
Which has better maxTowingLbs: 2003 Mercedes-Benz ML55 AMG or 2027 Toyota Land Cruiser?
The 2027 Toyota Land Cruiser leads on maxTowingLbs in this comparison (6,000).