Mercedes CL 2006 5.5 petrol description
Coupe Mercedes CL 2006 500 2006 has been produced from August, 2006 to January, 2010. It has eight-cylinder petrol engine with displacement of 5.5 litres, which produces power of 388 horsepower on 6000 rpm and torque 530 Nm (Newton metres) on 2800 revolutions per minute.
This 8-cylinder 32-valve engine camshaft is driven by chain (What is an engine chain and belt? ). Engine has fuel injection system without turbocharger. Engine versions compliant with Euro 4 and Euro 5 emission standards available. Average engine life expectancy (mileage before serious repairs are needed) is from 310 000 to 520 000 kilometres. Note that engine life can be longer or shorter depending on maintenance.
More engine specs
This Mercedes CL 5.5 engine oil type is 5W-30 and oil capacity is 8.5 litres.
Mercedes CL 2006 500 2006 has classical rear wheel drive (RWD) and automatic gearbox with 7 gears.
Mercedes CL 2006 500 2006 accelerates to speed 100 kilometres per hour in 5.4 seconds. The maximum speed of this car is 250 km/h.
The fuel consumption of this Mercedes CL 2006 500 2006 in combined mode (combining urban and highway driving) is 12.1 litres per 100km (8.3 km/l) - this is the most fuel efficient Mercedes CL 2006 - 2010 version, city fuel economy - 18.1 l/100km, fuel consumption on highway - 8.5 l/100km. Fuel tank capacity is 90 litres or 23.78 gallons, which gives a mileage up to 740 kilometers without refueling in urban cycle and even up to 1040 kilometers on highway.
According to user reviews, this Mercedes real everyday fuel consumption is 13.4 litres per 100 km, which is 11% more than the manufacturer's stated. More - Real Mercedes CL fuel consumption.
Mercedes CL 2006 500 2006 technical data
| Model: | Mercedes CL 500 2006 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
| Body style: | Coupe | ||
| Production period: | 2006. August ... 2010. January | ||
| Engine: | 5461 cm3 Petrol, 8 cylinders | CO2 emissions: | 288 g/km |
| Power: | 388 HP ON 6000 RPM | Torque: | 530 NM ON 2800 RPM |
| Gearbox: | Automatic gearbox (7 gears) | Drive type: | Rear wheel drive (RWD) |
| Maximum speed: | 250 km/h | Acceleration 0-100 km/h: | 5.4 seconds |
| Fuel consumption (l/100km): | 12.1 (combined) 18.1 (urban) 8.5 (highway) | ||
| Real fuel consumption: | 13.4 l/100km (17.6 MPG) by user reviews from various sources | ||
| Fuel tank capacity: | 90 litres (23.8 gallons) | ||
| Car dimensions: | 5.06m (length) 1.87m (width) 1.42m (height) | ||
| Turning diameter: | 11.5 meters | ||
| Seats: | 4 seats | ||
| Trunk capacity: | 490 litres | ||
| Gross weight: | 2510 kg | ||
Mercedes CL 2006 500 2006 engine M273 KE55
Engine reliability:
Overall, this engine can last around 310,000 to 520,000 km if properly maintained, using the correct quality oil and fuel, and carrying out regular checks and maintenance.The engine has hydraulic valve tappets (lifters), which provide quieter operation and do not require periodic adjustment, but are more complex in design and can cause serious engine damage in the event of failure.
| Engine displacement | 5461 cm3 |
|---|---|
| Number of cylinders | 8 |
| Bore (cylinder diameter) | 98 mm |
| Stroke length (piston move) | 90.5 mm |
| Compression ratio | 10.7 : 1 |
| Camshaft drive | Timing chain Chain motors are considered more reliable, chain replacement usually is required less often than a timing belt, but they are often louder and vibrate more. |
| Fuel system | Injection |
| Mercedes CL 2006 500 2006 oil type | 5W-30 |
| Oil capacity | 8.5 litres (9 quarts) |
| Coolant capacity | 12 litres (12.7 quarts) |
| Power | 388 HP ON 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 530 NM ON 2800 RPM |
| Start of production (year) | 2005 |
| Duration of production | 10 years |
Often in the first years of production, engines tend to have various constructive problems, so it is recommended to choose a car with this engine from 2008 onwards. |
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| Engine also used on | Mercedes E klase Mercedes ML Mercedes S klase Mercedes G klase and 6 other models |
Generally, the use of an engine in several models and its long production run is an indication of the quality of the engine and the success of its design. |
All Mercedes CL coupe [2006 - 2010] modifications
| Modification | Engine | Power | Consumption | Drive type |
|---|---|---|---|---|
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Mercedes CL 5.5 500 2006
Most fuel efficient version |
5.5 Petrol | 388 HP | 12.1 l/100km | Rear wheel |
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Mercedes CL 5.5 500 2008 4MATIC 4x4
Jan 2008 — Jan 2010 Most fuel efficient version |
5.5 Petrol | 388 HP | 12.1 l/100km | All wheel |
| Mercedes CL 5.5 600 2006 | 5.5 Petrol | 517 HP | 14.3 l/100km | Rear wheel |
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Mercedes CL 6.0 65 2007 AMG
Apr 2007 — Jan 2010 Most dynamic version - 100 km/h in 4.4 seconds |
6.0 Petrol | 612 HP | 14.8 l/100km | Rear wheel |
| Mercedes CL 6.2 63 2006 AMG Nov 2006 — Jan 2010 | 6.2 Petrol | 525 HP | 14.9 l/100km | Rear wheel |