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Mercedes-Benz CLS 55 AMG

General information

ModelMercedes-Benz CLS 55 AMG
Year2004
CategoryLarge/luxury cars
Rating60 out of 100. Show full rating and compare with other cars

Main features, safety and ecconomy

Engine size5439 ccm (331.89 cubic inches)
Fuel city driving20.1 litres/100 km (11.70 miles per gallon)
Fuel mixed driving13.6 litres/100 km (17.30 miles per gallon)
Fuel highway driving9.8 litres/100 km (24.00 miles per gallon)
Seats5
DriveRear wheels
TransmissionAutomatic, 5-speed

Engine and transmission

Engine locationFront, longitudinal
Displacement5439 ccm (331.89 cubic inches)
Engine typeV8
Max power475.50 PS (350 kW or 469 HP) at 6100 Rev. per min.
Max torque701 Nm (71.5 kgf-m or 517.1 ft.lbs) at 2650 Rev. per min.
Bore x stroke97.0 x 92.0 mm (3.8 x 3.6 inches)
Valves per cylinder3
Lubrication systemWet sump
Cooling systemLiquid
GearboxAutomatic, 5-speed

Speed and acceleration

Top speed250.0 km/h (155.3 mph)
0-100 km/h (0-62 mph)4.7 seconds
0-50 miles3.4 seconds
Power/weight ratio0.2426 PS/kg

Exterior and interior

Chassis typeSedan/saloon
Max no. of doors4
Passenger space4220 litres (1,115 gallons)

Steering, brakes and tires

Brake detailsAntiblocking system (ABS).

Dimensions and weight

Weight1960 kg (4,321.1 pounds)
Overall length4920 mm (193.7 inches)
Overall width1880 mm (74.0 inches)
Overall height1400 mm (55.1 inches)
Wheelbase2860 mm (112.6 inches)
Fuel capacity80.0 litres (21.14 gallons)

Other specifications

Country of originGermany
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