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Old 01-11-2009, 01:01 PM
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Performance on a 2006 CLS500?

I was looking at a 2006 CLS500. What sort of performance should I expect? Right now I have a 2000 C280 sport - will the CLS be much faster?

How does it compare to something like a C55 AMG, or E55 AMG? Obviously it is slower and not meant to be as sporty, but is it a night and day difference?
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It will be several different leagues apart in acceleration from your C280. The C55 will undoubtedly be quicker than the CLS500, and the E55 is a different animal altogether. Best advice I can give is to test drive each car thoroughly to determine which suits your wants/needs best.
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Also, if you like the CLS body style but want the performance of a C55, then look into a CLS550. Prices are coming down so there are some good deals floating about.
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Ideally I'd like the CLS55 Amg - but the price is still a bit out of my range for now. I will take a look into the 550 though, is it really that big of a step up from the cls500?
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yea the 550 packs a pretty punch. its a 388hp step up from 306hp in the cls500. new, smoother gearbox too.

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