Mercedes-Benz CL55 AMG 0–60 Times
The Mercedes-Benz CL55 AMG 0–60 times and quarter-mile times below are from 2 recorded performance tests sourced from reputable automotive resources such as Car and Driver and Motor Trend and more.
The fastest tested Mercedes-Benz CL55 AMG is the 2003 Mercedes-Benz CL55 AMG Coupe, which went from 0 to 60 mph in 4.27 seconds, reaching the ¼ mile in 12.38 seconds at 114.5 mph, according to Motor Trend.
The slowest tested Mercedes-Benz CL55 AMG is the 2003 Mercedes-Benz CL55 AMG RENNtech Coupe, which took 4.70 seconds to reach 60 mph, running the ¼ mile in 12.70 seconds at 117.0 mph, according to Car and Driver.
Out of all the Mercedes-Benz CL55 AMG tests in our database, the average 0–60 mph time is 4.49 seconds. The average quarter-mile time is 12.54 seconds at 115.73 mph.
Fastest 0–60
4.27sec
2003 Coupe · stock
Average 0–60
4.49sec
Across 2 runs
Avg ¼ Mile
12.54sec
@ 115.7 mph trap
Slowest 0–60
4.70sec
2003 RENNtech Coupe
Across 2 verified runs, the Mercedes-Benz CL55 AMG ranges from 4.27 to 4.70 seconds 0–60, with a 4.49-second average.
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Mercedes-Benz CL55 AMG 0–60 Times by Generation
1 generation| Generation | Years | Avg 0–60 | Fastest 0–60 | Tests | Notes |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| C215 | 1999–2006 | 4.49s | 4.27s — 2003 Coupe | 2 | The C215 generation (1999–2006) averaged 4.49 seconds to 60 mph across 2 tests, led by the 2003 Coupe at 4.27 seconds. Output was 493 hp across 5.4L Supercharger V8 configurations. |
C215
1999–2006
Avg 0–60
4.49s
Fastest
4.27s
Tests
2
2003 Coupe
The C215 generation (1999–2006) averaged 4.49 seconds to 60 mph across 2 tests, led by the 2003 Coupe at 4.27 seconds. Output was 493 hp across 5.4L Supercharger V8 configurations.
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Mercedes-Benz CL55 AMG 0–60 Times by Year and Trim
2 tests · 1 year
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2003 Mercedes-Benz CL55 AMG
2 verified runs
Avg 0–60
4.49
sec
Avg ¼ Mile
12.54
sec
Recorded Tests
2
#01
2003 Mercedes-Benz CL55 AMG Coupe
4.27sec 0–60
0.0s · 0mph
0.0s · 0mph
12.38s
¼ mi @ 114.5 mph
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- 0–60 mph
- 4.27 sec
- ¼ Mile ET
- 12.38 sec
- Trap Speed
- 114.5 mph
- Engine
- 5.4L Supercharger V8
- Drivetrain
- RWD
- Transmission
- 5A
- Horsepower
- 493 hp
- Torque
- 516 lb-ft
- Curb Weight
- 4,340 lbs
- Power-to-Weight
- 8.8 lbs/hp
- MPG EPA
- 13 C / 19 H
- Production Vehicle
- Body Type
- Coupe
- Powertrain
- Gasoline
- Test Source
- Motor Trend
- Overall Rank
- #1 of 2
#02
2003 Mercedes-Benz CL55 AMG RENNtech Coupe
4.70sec 0–60
0.0s · 0mph
0.0s · 0mph
12.70s
¼ mi @ 117.0 mph
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- 0–60 mph
- 4.70 sec
- ¼ Mile ET
- 12.70 sec
- Trap Speed
- 117.0 mph
- Engine
- 5.4L Supercharger V8
- Drivetrain
- RWD
- Transmission
- 5A
- Curb Weight
- 4,380 lbs
- Production Vehicle
- Body Type
- Coupe
- Powertrain
- Gasoline
- Test Source
- Car and Driver
- Tuner
- RENNtech
- Overall Rank
- #2 of 2
How we verify Mercedes-Benz CL55 AMG performance data
We include only independently published road-test results from automotive publications. Manufacturer-claimed 0–60 times are excluded unless clearly labeled. When multiple publications test the same Mercedes-Benz CL55 AMG trim, each run is listed separately — weather, tires, surface, rollout, and instrumentation all affect results.
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Mercedes-Benz CL55 AMG 0–60 and quarter-mile distribution
0–60 vs ¼ mile · lower-left is fasterEach dot is a recorded test run
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Mercedes-Benz CL55 AMG performance FAQs
6 questions
The quickest Mercedes-Benz CL55 AMG on record is the 2003 Mercedes-Benz CL55 AMG Coupe, which runs 0–60 mph in 4.27 seconds and clears the quarter-mile in 12.38 seconds at 114.5 mph.
The slowest recorded Mercedes-Benz CL55 AMG is the 2003 Mercedes-Benz CL55 AMG RENNtech Coupe, which takes 4.70 seconds to reach 60 mph and runs 12.70 seconds in the quarter.
Averaged across all 2 verified runs, a Mercedes-Benz CL55 AMG reaches 60 mph in 4.49 seconds and completes the quarter-mile in 12.54 seconds at roughly 115.7 mph.
We have verified test data for 1 model year. Each year shows every recorded run, the publication that measured it, and the trim-level details.
Every figure is sourced from published road tests by Car and Driver and Motor Trend. We don't use manufacturer claims — only independently timed runs — so the numbers reflect what the car actually does.
0–60 and quarter-mile results depend on driver technique, ambient temperature, tire condition, road surface, altitude, and testing instrumentation. A published figure is a single sample, not an absolute — which is why we show the range of verified runs rather than one number.
Sources
Car and Driver
Motor Trend
0–60 and quarter-mile times vary with driver, weather, tire temperature, and wear. We collect every verified run we can find — so you see the range of what a Mercedes-Benz CL55 AMG can do, not a single marketing claim.
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