Mercedes-Benz CLS vs. Mercedes-Benz CLK
iSeeCars' unbiased and data-driven comparison of the Mercedes-Benz CLS 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 CLS and the Mercedes-Benz CLK.
In comparing the Mercedes-Benz CLS's and the Mercedes-Benz CLK's specifications and ratings, the Mercedes-Benz CLS 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 CLS's and the Mercedes-Benz CLK's specifications and ratings, the Mercedes-Benz CLK is a better car than the Mercedes-Benz CLS.
Pricing: A used 2009 Mercedes-Benz CLS ranges from $6,300 to $17,990 while a used 2009 Mercedes-Benz CLK is priced between $4,869 to $26,995.
Engine Power and Fuel Efficiency Comparison: For engine performance, the Mercedes-Benz CLS’s base engine makes 382 horsepower, and the Mercedes-Benz CLK base engine makes 268 horsepower. The CLS is rated to deliver an average of 16 miles per gallon, with a highway range of 443 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 CLS the advantage in maximum range. Both models use gasoline.
New Car Pricing
Asking Price:
-
Starting MSRP:
$68,950
Category Avg Starting MSRP:
(Luxury Large Cars)
$70,768
Category Starting MSRP Range:
(Luxury Large Cars)
$25,640 - $119,750
New Car Pricing
Asking Price:
-
Starting MSRP:
$48,100
Category Avg Starting MSRP:
N/A
Category Starting MSRP Range:
N/A
Used Car Pricing
Avg Used Car Price:
$11,770
Price Range:
$6,300 - $17,990
Category Avg Price:
(Luxury Large Cars)
$17,232
Category Avg Price Range:
(Luxury Large Cars)
$7,505 - $41,432
# Used Cars for Sale Nationally:
Avg Mileage of Used Cars for Sale:
# Good or Great Deals:
Used Car Pricing
Avg Used Car Price:
$10,750
Price Range:
$4,869 - $26,995
Category Avg Price:
N/A
Category Avg Price Range:
N/A
# Used Cars for Sale Nationally:
Avg Mileage of Used Cars for Sale:
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Mercedes-Benz CLS Scores & Rankings
Overall Score:
7.5 / 10
Reliability:
7.9 / 10
Retained Value:
7.0 / 10
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 CLS
Remaining Life Expectancy (years):
Typical Category Remaining Life Expectancy:
N/A
Category Remaining Life Expectancy Range:
N/A
Chance of Reaching 200k Miles for a New Car:
iSeeCars Reliability Insights for Mercedes-Benz CLK
Remaining Life Expectancy (years):
Typical Category Remaining Life Expectancy:
N/A
Category Remaining Life Expectancy Range:
N/A
Chance of Reaching 200k Miles for a New Car:
Expected 30-year Lifetime Recalls
Expected Lifetime Recalls:
2.7
Typical Category Recalls:
(Luxury Large Cars)
1.8
Category Range for Recalls:
(Luxury Large Cars)
0.5 - 6.7
Expected 30-year Lifetime Recalls
Expected Lifetime Recalls:
4.9
Typical Category Recalls:
N/A
Category Range for Recalls:
N/A
Mercedes-Benz CLS Rankings
Ranking
2 out of / 11Ranking
2 out of / 5Ranking
3 out of / 8Ranking
5 out of / 24Ranking
9 out of / 24Ranking
9 out of / 24Ranking
11 out of / 24Ranking
13 out of / 24Ranking
17 out of / 24Ranking
22 out of / 24Mercedes-Benz CLK Rankings
Available Body Styles
Sedan
Available Body Styles
Convertible, Coupe
Available Drivetrain Options
Gasoline
Available Drivetrain Options
Gasoline
Mercedes-Benz CLS Trim Levels
CLS 550, CLS 63 AMG
Mercedes-Benz CLK Trim Levels
Not yet available
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
2025 NHTSA Overall Rating:
Not yet available
2025 NHTSA Front Crash Overall Rating:
Not yet available
2025 NHTSA Side Crash Overall Rating:
Not yet available
2025 NHTSA Rollover Rating:
Not yet available
IIHS Safety Rating:
Not yet available
Safety Ratings
NHTSA Safety Rating (last 5 year average):
Not yet available
2025 NHTSA Overall Rating:
Not yet available
2025 NHTSA Front Crash Overall Rating:
Not yet available
2025 NHTSA Side Crash Overall Rating:
Not yet available
2025 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):
0.095 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:
RWD
EPA Fuel Economy
(City/Highway/Combined MPG):
14 / 21 / 16
Range (city/hwy):
295 / 443 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
Bluetooth:
Standard
Keyless Entry:
Standard
Keyless Ignition:
Standard
Leather Upholstery:
Standard
Navigation System:
Standard
Paddle Shifters:
Standard
Power outlet:
Standard
Roadside assistance:
Standard
Satellite radio:
Standard
Sunroof/Moonroof:
Standard
Voice Recognition:
Standard
Adaptive Cruise Control:
Available
Alloy wheels:
Available
Bench Seats:
Available
Cooled/Ventilated Seats:
Available
Front Bench Seats:
Available
Heated Seats
Available
Parking Sensors:
Available
Power Lift Gate:
Available
Android Auto:
N/A
Apple CarPlay:
N/A
Automatic Parking:
N/A
Captain's seat:
N/A
Heated Steering Wheel:
N/A
Internet Radio:
N/A
Massage Seats:
N/A
Panoramic Sunroof/Moonroof
N/A
Quad Seats:
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
Bluetooth:
Available
Keyless Entry:
Standard
Keyless Ignition:
Available
Leather Upholstery:
Standard
Navigation System:
Standard
Paddle Shifters:
Available
Power outlet:
Standard
Roadside assistance:
Standard
Satellite radio:
Available
Sunroof/Moonroof:
Available
Voice Recognition:
N/A
Adaptive Cruise Control:
N/A
Alloy wheels:
N/A
Bench Seats:
Standard
Cooled/Ventilated Seats:
Available
Front Bench Seats:
N/A
Heated Seats
Standard
Parking Sensors:
N/A
Power Lift Gate:
Available
Android Auto:
N/A
Apple CarPlay:
N/A
Automatic Parking:
N/A
Captain's seat:
N/A
Heated Steering Wheel:
N/A
Internet Radio:
N/A
Massage Seats:
N/A
Panoramic Sunroof/Moonroof
N/A
Quad Seats:
Available
Roof Rack:
N/A
Trailer Hitch:
N/A
Wifi:
N/A
Wireless Smartphone Charging:
N/A
Safety Features
360-Degree Camera:
N/A
Backup camera:
N/A
Blind Spot Monitoring:
N/A
Driver Attention Monitoring:
N/A
Forward Collision Warning:
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
360-Degree Camera:
N/A
Backup camera:
N/A
Blind Spot Monitoring:
N/A
Driver Attention Monitoring:
N/A
Forward Collision Warning:
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:
42.1 inches
Front Shoulder Room:
Not yet available
Rear Head Room:
36.1 inches
Rear Leg Room:
35 inches
Rear Shoulder Room:
Not yet available
Cargo Space:
13 cubic feet
Overall Interior Volume:
93.0 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:
4020 lbs
Width:
73.7 inches
Height:
54.7 inches
Length:
193 inches
Wheelbase:
112.4 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 / Obsidian Black Metallic / Platinum Black
Blue
Capri Blue Metallic
Gray
Flint Grey Metallic / Graphite / Indium Grey Metallic / Pewter Metallic
Green
Jade Green Metallic
Red
Barolo Red Metallic
Silver
Iridium Silver Metallic
White
Arctic 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
Black
Black Leather
Brown
Cashmere Leather
Gray
Ash Leather
Beige
Not available
Interior Colors
Black
Black Leather / Black Sport Leather
Brown
Cappuccino/Black Sport Leather
Gray
Ash Leather / Ash/Black Sport Leather
Beige
Stone Leather / Stone/Black Sport Leather
