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Mercedes-Benz E 55 AMG

General information

ModelMercedes-Benz E 55 AMG
Year2008
CategoryLarge/luxury cars
Rating60.3 out of 100. Show full rating and compare with other cars

Main features, safety and ecconomy

Engine size5439 ccm (331.89 cubic inches)
Fuel typeGasoline
Fuel mixed driving13.1 litres/100 km (18.02 miles per gallon)
Seats5
DriveRear wheels
TransmissionAutomatic, 5-speed
Airbags6. 0

Engine and transmission

Engine locationFront, longitudinal
Displacement5439 ccm (331.89 cubic inches)
Max torque700.00 Nm (71.4 kgf-m or 516.3 ft.lbs) at 2650 Rev. per min.
Compression9.0:1
Bore x stroke97.0 x 92.0 mm (3.8 x 3.6 inches)
Fuel systemTurbo
Valves per cylinder3
Fuel controlDouble overhead cam (DOHC)
Lubrication systemWet sump
GearboxAutomatic, 5-speed

Speed and acceleration

Top speed250.0 km/h (155.3 mph)
0-100 km/h (0-62 mph)4.7 seconds

Exterior and interior

Chassis typeCombi
Max no. of doors4
Passenger space3087 litres (816 gallons)
Cargo space530 litres (140 gallons)
Optional cargo space530 litres (140 gallons)
Aerodynamic dragcoefisient0.3
Climate controlClimate control

Steering, brakes and tires

SteeringPower assisted steering
Turn circle12 m (484.3 inches)
Front brakesVentilated disks
Rear brakesVentilated disks
Brake detailsAntilocking brake system, Electronic brake distribution, Automatic stabilisation control
Rear suspensionMulitlink

Dimensions and weight

Weight1835 kg (4,045.5 pounds)
Max weight with load2495 kg (5,500.5 pounds)
Towing weight2100 kg (4,629.7 pounds)
Overall length4630 mm (182.3 inches)
Overall width1830 mm (72.0 inches)
Overall height1490 mm (58.7 inches)
Wheelbase2860 mm (112.6 inches)
Fuel capacity80.0 litres (21.14 gallons)
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