Fuel economy & running costsGasoline

2010 Mercedes-BenzCL550 4matic

Compact Cars · 4-Wheel Drive · 5.5 L 8-cyl

17MPGcombined

14city

21highway

A year of fuel$4,850

CO₂ from the tailpipe522.8 g/mi

Figures from the EPA label (fueleconomy.gov), the same as on the car's window sticker.

See it on fueleconomy.gov

Against the 2,118 Mercedes-Benz cars

Combined MPG 17 MPGbest 33 · avg 20

Annual fuel cost $4,850best $600 · avg $4,245

Bars are scaled to the best in the list; the mark shows the list average. Lower is better for fuel cost; higher is better for the rest. All figures are the EPA's.

Summary

The 2010 Mercedes-Benz CL550 4matic is a gasoline-powered car with a 5.5 L 8-cylinder engine, 4-wheel drive and a 7-speed automatic transmission. It falls in the EPA Compact Cars class. Its listed fuel economy is 14 MPG in the city, 21 MPG on the highway and 17 MPG combined. The EPA annual fuel cost is $4,850, and tailpipe CO2 emissions are 522.76 g per mile. These are the central running-cost and emissions figures for shoppers considering this CL-Class configuration. The 4matic model name is paired here with a listed 4-wheel-drive setup; the provided details also identify its engine size and transmission. Reviewing the combined rating with the city and highway numbers can help buyers judge how the car’s fuel use may relate to their routes.

Who it is for

This car may suit buyers considering a gasoline-powered model with 4-wheel drive, an 8-cylinder engine and an automatic transmission. Its fuel economy and EPA annual fuel cost are useful figures for shoppers assessing running costs.

What is good

4-wheel drive is listed.
Automatic 7-speed transmission.
21 MPG highway fuel economy.
EPA annual fuel cost is listed.

What to know first

14 MPG city fuel economy.
EPA annual fuel cost is $4,850.
Tailpipe CO2 is 522.76 g per mile.

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2010 Mercedes-Benz CL550 4matic: the full review

The listed combined economy is 17 MPG, with an EPA annual fuel cost of $4,850. Buyers should consider those running-cost figures alongside the 4-wheel-drive configuration and engine details.

Overview

The 2010 Mercedes-Benz CL550 4matic is a gasoline-powered CL-Class car with four-wheel drive. Its 5.5-liter, eight-cylinder engine is paired with a seven-speed automatic transmission. The EPA classifies it as a Compact Car.

EPA fuel economy is 14 MPG in city driving and 21 MPG on the highway, for a combined rating of 17 MPG. The estimated annual fuel cost is $4,850. Tailpipe carbon dioxide emissions are 522.76 grams per mile.

Those figures give buyers a clear starting point for comparing fuel use and estimated running costs. The combined rating sits between the city and highway figures, while the annual estimate provides a separate budget reference. Actual fuel use and cost can vary with driving and fuel prices.

Key features

Powertrain and drivetrain

The CL550 4matic pairs its 5.5-liter V8 with a seven-speed automatic and four-wheel drive. The supplied specifications identify the engine layout, transmission type and driven wheels, but do not provide horsepower, torque or acceleration figures.

Fuel economy and emissions

The official ratings are 14 MPG city, 21 MPG highway and 17 MPG combined. Its tailpipe CO2 figure is 522.76 grams per mile. These measures address different parts of ownership: MPG summarizes fuel efficiency across driving conditions, the annual estimate translates fuel use into a yearly cost, and CO2 reports tailpipe emissions per mile.

Pricing

No purchase price or current market value is provided here. The available cost figure is the EPA annual fuel-cost estimate of $4,850. It is an operating-cost reference rather than a vehicle price, and it does not include other ownership expenses.

Platforms

The model's fuel is gasoline, and its transmission is a seven-speed automatic. No infotainment, connectivity, driver-assistance or other software-platform details are provided, so those areas cannot be meaningfully compared from the available specifications.

Who it's for

This CL550 4matic may suit a buyer who wants a Mercedes-Benz car with a V8 gasoline engine, automatic transmission and four-wheel drive, and who is prepared to account for the listed fuel-cost estimate. The official economy figures also help shoppers compare its city, highway and combined consumption with other cars. Buyers prioritizing lower gasoline use should weigh the 17 MPG combined rating and $4,850 annual estimate carefully.

For a broader view of the marque, browse Mercedes-Benz cars.

Pros and cons

Pros

Four-wheel drive is specified alongside a V8 gasoline engine and automatic transmission.
EPA city, highway and combined MPG figures make fuel-economy comparisons straightforward.
The annual fuel-cost estimate and tailpipe CO2 figure provide additional ownership and emissions context.

Cons

The combined EPA rating is 17 MPG, with a city rating of 14 MPG.
The listed annual fuel-cost estimate is $4,850, before other ownership expenses.
No purchase price or further performance specifications are available for this review.

Alternatives

For a newer Mercedes-Benz option in a different body style, consider the 2027 Mercedes-Benz AMG CLE53 4matic Plus (coupe) or the 2027 Mercedes-Benz AMG CLE53 4matic Plus (convertible). Shoppers looking beyond coupes can also compare the 2027 Mercedes-Benz AMG GLC53 4matic Plus and its coupe counterpart, the 2027 Mercedes-Benz AMG GLC53 4matic Plus (coupe).

Other listed choices include the 2027 Mercedes-Benz AMG G63, the 2027 Mercedes-Benz AMG GT 43 (coupe), the 2027 Mercedes-Benz AMG GT 55 4matic Plus (coupe) and the 2027 Mercedes-Benz AMG GT 63 4matic Plus (coupe). The specifications provided here are not enough to compare their fuel economy or running costs against the CL550.

Verdict

The 2010 Mercedes-Benz CL550 4matic's defining facts are its 5.5-liter V8, seven-speed automatic, four-wheel drive and EPA combined rating of 17 MPG. Its $4,850 annual fuel-cost estimate and 522.76 grams-per-mile tailpipe CO2 figure are important considerations for buyers assessing ongoing use. Without a purchase price or broader equipment and performance details, the strongest basis for judging this car is its specified powertrain and official fuel-use profile.