Verified Performance Tests Updated Apr 2026 · 9 recorded runs

Mercedes-Benz CLK55 AMG 0–60 Times

The Mercedes-Benz CLK55 AMG 0–60 times and quarter-mile times below are from 9 recorded performance tests sourced from reputable automotive resources such as Car and Driver, Motor Trend and Motor Week and more.

The fastest tested Mercedes-Benz CLK55 AMG is the 2004 Mercedes-Benz CLK55 AMG Coupe, which went from 0 to 60 mph in 4.5 seconds, reaching the ¼ mile in 13.10 seconds at 109.0 mph, according to Car and Driver.

The slowest tested Mercedes-Benz CLK55 AMG is the 2001 Mercedes-Benz CLK55 AMG Coupe, which took 5.4 seconds to reach 60 mph, running the ¼ mile in 13.60 seconds at 105.0 mph, according to Motor Trend.

Out of all the Mercedes-Benz CLK55 AMG tests in our database, the average 0–60 mph time is 5.05 seconds. The average quarter-mile time is 13.47 seconds at 106.32 mph.

Fastest 0–60 4.5sec 2004 Coupe

Average 0–60 5.05sec Across 9 runs

Avg ¼ Mile 13.47sec @ 106.3 mph trap

Slowest 0–60 5.4sec 2001 Coupe

Across 9 verified runs, the Mercedes-Benz CLK55 AMG ranges from 4.5 to 5.4 seconds 0–60, with a 5.05-second average.

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Mercedes-Benz CLK55 AMG 0–60 times by model year

9 tests · 4 years

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Model Year 4

2004

Mercedes-Benz CLK55 AMG · 3 verified runs

Avg 0–60 4.83 sec

Avg ¼ Mile 13.31 sec

Recorded Tests 3

#01

2004 Mercedes-Benz CLK55 AMG Coupe

4.5sec 0–60

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13.10s ¼ mi @ 109.0 mph

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0–60 mph: 4.50 sec
¼ Mile ET: 13.10 sec
Trap Speed: 109.0 mph
Engine: 5.4L V8
Drivetrain: RWD
Transmission: 5A
MPG EPA: 14 C / 20 H / 17 Obs
Production Vehicle
Body Type: Coupe
Powertrain: Gasoline
Test Source: Car and Driver
Overall Rank: #1 of 9

#02

2004 Mercedes-Benz CLK55 AMG Coupe

4.8sec 0–60

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13.14s ¼ mi @ 108.1 mph

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0–60 mph: 4.80 sec
¼ Mile ET: 13.14 sec
Trap Speed: 108.1 mph
Engine: 5.4L V8
Drivetrain: RWD
Transmission: 5A
MPG EPA: 14 C / 20 H
Production Vehicle
Body Type: Coupe
Powertrain: Gasoline
Test Source: Motor Trend
Overall Rank: #2 of 9

#05

2004 Mercedes-Benz CLK55 AMG Coupe

5.2sec 0–60

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13.70s ¼ mi @ 104.0 mph

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0–60 mph: 5.20 sec
¼ Mile ET: 13.70 sec
Trap Speed: 104.0 mph
Engine: 5.4L V8
Drivetrain: RWD
Transmission: 5A
MPG EPA: 14 C / 20 H / 17 Obs
Production Vehicle
Body Type: Coupe
Powertrain: Gasoline
Test Source: Motor Week
Overall Rank: #5 of 9

2003

Mercedes-Benz CLK55 AMG · 1 verified run

Avg 0–60 4.90 sec

Avg ¼ Mile 13.24 sec

Recorded Tests 1

#03

2003 Mercedes-Benz CLK55 AMG Coupe

4.9sec 0–60

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13.24s ¼ mi @ 107.4 mph

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0–60 mph: 4.90 sec
¼ Mile ET: 13.24 sec
Trap Speed: 107.4 mph
Engine: 5.5L V8
Drivetrain: RWD
Transmission: 5A
MPG EPA: 14 C / 20 H
Production Vehicle
Body Type: Coupe
Powertrain: Gasoline
Test Source: Motor Trend
Overall Rank: #3 of 9

2002

Mercedes-Benz CLK55 AMG · 2 verified runs

Avg 0–60 5.27 sec

Avg ¼ Mile 13.72 sec

Recorded Tests 2

#07

2002 Mercedes-Benz CLK55 AMG Cabriolet

5.2sec 0–60

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13.74s ¼ mi @ 104.4 mph

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0–60 mph: 5.23 sec
¼ Mile ET: 13.74 sec
Trap Speed: 104.4 mph
Engine: 5.4L V8
Drivetrain: RWD
Transmission: 5A
MPG EPA: 14 C / 21 H
Production Vehicle
Body Type: Convertible
Powertrain: Gasoline
Test Source: Motor Trend
Overall Rank: #7 of 9

#08

2002 Mercedes-Benz CLK55 AMG Cabriolet

5.3sec 0–60

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13.70s ¼ mi @ 106.0 mph

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0–60 mph: 5.30 sec
¼ Mile ET: 13.70 sec
Trap Speed: 106.0 mph
Engine: 5.4L V8
Drivetrain: RWD
Transmission: 5A
MPG EPA: 14 C / 21 H
Production Vehicle
Body Type: Convertible
Powertrain: Gasoline
Test Source: Motor Week
Overall Rank: #8 of 9

2001

Mercedes-Benz CLK55 AMG · 3 verified runs

Avg 0–60 5.19 sec

Avg ¼ Mile 13.53 sec

Recorded Tests 3

#04

2001 Mercedes-Benz CLK55 AMG Coupe

5.0sec 0–60

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13.60s ¼ mi @ 106.0 mph

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0–60 mph: 5.00 sec
¼ Mile ET: 13.60 sec
Trap Speed: 106.0 mph
Engine: 5.4L V8
Drivetrain: RWD
Transmission: 5A
MPG EPA: 16 C / 22 H / 16 Obs
Production Vehicle
Body Type: Coupe
Powertrain: Gasoline
Test Source: Car and Driver
Overall Rank: #4 of 9

#06

2001 Mercedes-Benz CLK55 AMG Coupe

5.2sec 0–60

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13.40s ¼ mi @ 107.0 mph

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0–60 mph: 5.20 sec
¼ Mile ET: 13.40 sec
Trap Speed: 107.0 mph
Engine: 5.4L V8
Drivetrain: RWD
Transmission: 5A
MPG EPA: 16 C / 22 H
Production Vehicle
Body Type: Coupe
Powertrain: Gasoline
Test Source: Motor Week
Overall Rank: #6 of 9

#09

2001 Mercedes-Benz CLK55 AMG Coupe

5.4sec 0–60

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13.60s ¼ mi @ 105.0 mph

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0–60 mph: 5.36 sec
¼ Mile ET: 13.60 sec
Trap Speed: 105.0 mph
Engine: 5.4L V8
Drivetrain: RWD
Transmission: 5A
MPG EPA: 16 C / 22 H
Production Vehicle
Body Type: Coupe
Powertrain: Gasoline
Test Source: Motor Trend
Overall Rank: #9 of 9

How we verify Mercedes-Benz CLK55 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 CLK55 AMG trim, each run is listed separately — weather, tires, surface, rollout, and instrumentation all affect results.

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Mercedes-Benz CLK55 AMG 0–60 and quarter-mile distribution

0–60 vs ¼ mile · lower-left is faster

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Mercedes-Benz CLK55 AMG performance FAQs

6 questions

The quickest Mercedes-Benz CLK55 AMG on record is the 2004 Mercedes-Benz CLK55 AMG Coupe, which runs 0–60 mph in 4.5 seconds and clears the quarter-mile in 13.10 seconds at 109.0 mph.

The slowest recorded Mercedes-Benz CLK55 AMG is the 2001 Mercedes-Benz CLK55 AMG Coupe, which takes 5.4 seconds to reach 60 mph and runs 13.60 seconds in the quarter.

Averaged across all 9 verified runs, a Mercedes-Benz CLK55 AMG reaches 60 mph in 5.05 seconds and completes the quarter-mile in 13.47 seconds at roughly 106.3 mph.

We have verified test data for 4 model years. 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, Motor Trend and Motor Week. 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

Motor Week

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 CLK55 AMG can do, not a single marketing claim.

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