Mercedes-Benz CL-Class vs. Mercedes-Benz CLK
iSeeCars' unbiased and data-driven comparison of the Mercedes-Benz CL-Class and Mercedes-Benz CLK contrasts the two cars across a broad spectrum of vehicle specifications to determine which car is better. In addition to comparing pricing and specs, iSeeCars uses all the ratings, rankings, and insights from its comprehensive analyses of each vehicle model, including calculations of reliability, safety, depreciation, value retention, and the vehicle's projected lifetime recalls (based on analyzing over 25 billion data points). This in-depth evaluation is used to identify which vehicle represents a better overall choice for shoppers who are considering both the Mercedes-Benz CL-Class and the Mercedes-Benz CLK.
When we compare the Mercedes-Benz CL-Class's and the Mercedes-Benz CLK's specifications and ratings, the Mercedes-Benz CL-Class has the advantage in the area of base engine power. The Mercedes-Benz CLK has the advantage in the areas of typical lower range of pricing for one- to five-year-old used cars, and fuel efficiency. Based on this comparison of the Mercedes-Benz CL-Class's and the Mercedes-Benz CLK's specifications and ratings, the Mercedes-Benz CLK is a better car than the Mercedes-Benz CL-Class.
Pricing: A used 2009 Mercedes-Benz CL-Class ranges from $9,569 to $36,948 while a used 2009 Mercedes-Benz CLK is priced between $4,606 to $13,931.
Engine Power and Fuel Efficiency Comparison: For engine performance, the Mercedes-Benz CL-Class’s base engine makes 382 horsepower, and the Mercedes-Benz CLK base engine makes 268 horsepower. The CL-Class is rated to deliver an average of 17 miles per gallon, with a highway range of 500 miles. The CLK is rated to deliver an average of 20 miles per gallon, with a highway range of 410 miles.This gives the Mercedes-Benz CLK the advantage in fuel efficiency and the Mercedes-Benz CL-Class the advantage in maximum range. Both models use gasoline.
New Car Pricing
Asking Price:
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Starting MSRP:
107900
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New Car Pricing
Asking Price:
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Starting MSRP:
48100
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Used Car Pricing
Avg Used Car Price:
20099
Price Range:
9569 - 36948
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# Used Cars for Sale Nationally:
9
Avg Mileage of Used Cars for Sale:
89771
# Good or Great Deals:
3
Used Car Pricing
Avg Used Car Price:
9228
Price Range:
4606 - 13931
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Mercedes-Benz CL-Class Scores & Rankings
Overall Score:
Not available
Reliability:
Not available
Retained Value:
Not available
Safety:
Not available
Mercedes-Benz CLK Scores & Rankings
Overall Score:
Not available
Reliability:
Not available
Retained Value:
Not available
Safety:
Not available
iSeeCars Reliability Insights for Mercedes-Benz CL-Class
Remaining Life Expectancy (years):
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Chance of Reaching 200k Miles for a New Car:
iSeeCars Reliability Insights for Mercedes-Benz CLK
Remaining Life Expectancy (years):
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Expected 30-year Lifetime Recalls
Expected Lifetime Recalls:
1.4589605564118493
Typical Category Recalls:
N/A
Category Range for Recalls:
N/A
Expected 30-year Lifetime Recalls
Expected Lifetime Recalls:
6.958741321702961
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N/A
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Mercedes-Benz CL-Class Rankings
Not yet available
Mercedes-Benz CLK Rankings
Available Body Styles
Coupe
Available Body Styles
Convertible, Coupe
Available Drivetrain Options
Gasoline
Available Drivetrain Options
Gasoline
Mercedes-Benz CL-Class Trim Levels
CL 550 4MATIC, CL 600, CL 63 AMG, CL 65 AMG
Mercedes-Benz CLK Trim Levels
CLK 350, CLK 550
Warranty Information
Warranty, Bumper-to-Bumper:
4 years / 50000 miles
Warranty, Powertrain:
4 years / 50000 miles
Warranty, Roadside Assistance:
Warranty Information
Warranty, Bumper-to-Bumper:
4 years / 50000 miles
Warranty, Powertrain:
4 years / 50000 miles
Warranty, Roadside Assistance:
Safety Ratings
NHTSA Safety Rating (last 5 year average):
Not yet available
2026 NHTSA Overall Rating:
Not yet available
2026 NHTSA Front Crash Overall Rating:
Not yet available
2026 NHTSA Side Crash Overall Rating:
Not yet available
2026 NHTSA Rollover Rating:
Not yet available
IIHS Safety Rating:
Not yet available
Safety Ratings
NHTSA Safety Rating (last 5 year average):
Not yet available
2026 NHTSA Overall Rating:
Not yet available
2026 NHTSA Front Crash Overall Rating:
Not yet available
2026 NHTSA Side Crash Overall Rating:
Not yet available
2026 NHTSA Rollover Rating:
Not yet available
IIHS Safety Rating:
Not yet available
Base Drivetrain Specs
Horsepower:
382 hp @ 6000 rpm
Torque:
391 foot-lbs @ 2800 rpm
Power-to-Weight Ratio (higher is better):
0.082 hp per pound
Base Drivetrain Specs
Horsepower:
268 hp @ 6000 rpm
Torque:
258 foot-lbs @ 2400 rpm
Power-to-Weight Ratio (higher is better):
0.075 hp per pound
Engine Specifications
Engine Size:
5.5 liters
Engine Configuration:
V
Number of Cylinders:
8
Transmission:
Automatic
Standard/Optional Drivetrain Type:
AWD / RWD
EPA Fuel Economy
(City/Highway/Combined MPG):
14 / 21 / 17
Range (city/hwy):
333 / 500 miles
Recommended Fuel Type:
Gasoline
Engine Specifications
Engine Size:
3.5 liters
Engine Configuration:
V
Number of Cylinders:
6
Transmission:
Automatic
Standard/Optional Drivetrain Type:
RWD
EPA Fuel Economy
(City/Highway/Combined MPG):
17 / 25 / 20
Range (city/hwy):
279 / 410 miles
Recommended Fuel Type:
Gasoline
Standard/Optional Features
Air Suspension:
Standard
Heated Seats
Standard
Keyless Entry:
Standard
Keyless Ignition:
Standard
Leather Upholstery:
Standard
Navigation System:
Standard
Parking Sensors:
Standard
Power outlet:
Standard
Quad Seats:
Standard
Roadside assistance:
Standard
Satellite radio:
Standard
Sunroof/Moonroof:
Standard
Voice Recognition:
Standard
Adaptive Cruise Control:
Available
Alloy wheels:
Available
Bluetooth:
Available
Cooled/Ventilated Seats:
Available
Heated Steering Wheel:
Available
Massage Seats:
Available
Paddle Shifters:
Available
Power Lift Gate:
Available
Android Auto:
N/A
Apple CarPlay:
N/A
Automatic Parking:
N/A
Bench Seats:
N/A
Captain's seat:
N/A
Front Bench Seats:
N/A
Internet Radio:
N/A
Panoramic Sunroof/Moonroof
N/A
Roof Rack:
N/A
Trailer Hitch:
N/A
Wifi:
N/A
Wireless Smartphone Charging:
N/A
Standard/Optional Features
Air Suspension:
N/A
Heated Seats
Standard
Keyless Entry:
Standard
Keyless Ignition:
Available
Leather Upholstery:
Standard
Navigation System:
Standard
Parking Sensors:
N/A
Power outlet:
Standard
Quad Seats:
Available
Roadside assistance:
Standard
Satellite radio:
Available
Sunroof/Moonroof:
Available
Voice Recognition:
N/A
Adaptive Cruise Control:
N/A
Alloy wheels:
N/A
Bluetooth:
Available
Cooled/Ventilated Seats:
Available
Heated Steering Wheel:
N/A
Massage Seats:
N/A
Paddle Shifters:
Available
Power Lift Gate:
Available
Android Auto:
N/A
Apple CarPlay:
N/A
Automatic Parking:
N/A
Bench Seats:
Standard
Captain's seat:
N/A
Front Bench Seats:
N/A
Internet Radio:
N/A
Panoramic Sunroof/Moonroof
N/A
Roof Rack:
N/A
Trailer Hitch:
N/A
Wifi:
N/A
Wireless Smartphone Charging:
N/A
Safety Features
Backup camera:
Available
Forward Collision Warning:
Available
360-Degree Camera:
N/A
Blind Spot Monitoring:
N/A
Driver Attention Monitoring:
N/A
Lane Departure Warning:
N/A
Lane Keeping Assist:
N/A
Pedestrian Detection:
N/A
Rear Cross-Traffic Alert:
N/A
Rear Seat Reminder:
N/A
Safety Features
Backup camera:
N/A
Forward Collision Warning:
N/A
360-Degree Camera:
N/A
Blind Spot Monitoring:
N/A
Driver Attention Monitoring:
N/A
Lane Departure Warning:
N/A
Lane Keeping Assist:
N/A
Pedestrian Detection:
N/A
Rear Cross-Traffic Alert:
N/A
Rear Seat Reminder:
N/A
Interior Dimensions
Front Head Room:
36.9 inches
Front Leg Room:
42.2 inches
Front Shoulder Room:
59.3 inches
Rear Head Room:
36.4 inches
Rear Leg Room:
32.2 inches
Rear Shoulder Room:
55.2 inches
Cargo Space:
13.5 cubic feet
Overall Interior Volume:
104.0 cubic feet
Interior Dimensions
Front Head Room:
37.1 inches
Front Leg Room:
42 inches
Front Shoulder Room:
53.2 inches
Rear Head Room:
35.8 inches
Rear Leg Room:
33 inches
Rear Shoulder Room:
48.5 inches
Cargo Space:
10.4 cubic feet
Overall Interior Volume:
Not yet available
Exterior Dimensions
Curb Weight:
4650 lbs
Width:
73.7 inches
Height:
55.8 inches
Length:
199.4 inches
Wheelbase:
116.3 inches
Ground Clearance:
Not yet available
Exterior Dimensions
Curb Weight:
3585 lbs
Width:
68.5 inches
Height:
56.9 inches
Length:
183.2 inches
Wheelbase:
106.9 inches
Ground Clearance:
Not yet available
Standard Wheel/Tire Information
Wheel Size:
Not yet available
Wheel Type:
Not yet available
Tire Size:
Not yet available
Standard Wheel/Tire Information
Wheel Size:
Not yet available
Wheel Type:
Not yet available
Tire Size:
Not yet available
Exterior Colors
Black
Black / Majestic Black Metallic
Blue
Capri Blue Metallic
Gray
Flint Grey Metallic / Pewter Metallic / Titanium Grey Metallic
Green
Jade Green Metallic
Red
Barolo Red Metallic
Silver
Iridium Silver Metallic
White
Diamond White Metallic
Exterior Colors
Black
Black / Majestic Black Metallic / Obsidian Black Metallic
Blue
Capri Blue Metallic
Gray
Indium Grey Metallic / Pewter Metallic / Steel Grey Metallic
Green
Not available
Red
Mars Red / Storm Red Metallic
Silver
Iridium Silver Metallic
White
Arctic White
Interior Colors
Beige
Cashmere/Savanna Premium Leather
Black
Black Premium Leather
Brown
Cognac/Black Premium Leather
Gray
Grey/Dark Grey Premium Leather
Interior Colors
Beige
Stone Leather / Stone/Black Sport Leather
Black
Black Leather / Black Sport Leather
Brown
Cappuccino/Black Sport Leather
Gray
Ash Leather / Ash/Black Sport Leather
