2000 Mercedes-Benz E-Class Review (continued)
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Summary

The Mercedes E55 is a superbly engineered stealth supercar, whose potential for speed lies way beyond need. But even at half potential, its performance and safety features are worth the effort.

(Source: New Cars Test Drive)

Model Line Overview

Model Lineup:	E55 AMG ($69,800); E320 ($47,100); E320 4MATIC ($49,900); E320 Wagon ($47,950); E320 Wagon 4MATIC ($50,750); E430 ($52,450); E430 4MATIC ($55,250)
Engines:	5.5-liter V8
Transmissions:	5-speed automatic
Saftey Equipment (standard):	ABS, Brake Assist, Electronic Stability Program, dual front airbags, front side-door airbags with BabySmart, windowbag curtains
Saftey Equipment (optional):
Basic Warranty:	4 years/50,000 miles
Assembled In:	Sindelfingen, Germany and Affalterbach, Germany

Specifications As Tested

Model Tested (MSRP):	E55 AMG
Standard Equipment:	(E55) automatic dual-zone climate control; leather seating inserts; 10-way power front seats; power tilt and telescoping steering wheel; three-position memory for seats, mirrors and steering wheel; integrated garage door opener; Bose stereo; auto-dimming mirrors; SmartKey security system
Options As Tested (MSRP):
Destination Charge:	595
Gas Guzzler Tax:	1,000
Price As Tested (MSRP):	71395
Layout:	rear-wheel drive
Horsepower (hp @ rpm):	349 @ 5500
Torque (lb.-ft. @ rpm):	391 @ 3000
Transmission:	5-speed automatic
EPA fuel economy, city/hwy:	16/23
Wheelbase:	111.5
Length/width/height:	189.4/70.8/56.7
Track, f/r:	60.2/59.9
Turning circle:	37.1
Seating capacity:	5
Head/hip/leg room, f:	37.6/54.9/41.3
Head/hip/leg room, m:
Head/hip/leg room, r:	37.2/55.9/36.1
Cargo volume:	15.3
Payload:
Towing capacity:	not recommended
Suspension, f:	Independent
Suspension, r:	Independent
Ground clearance:
Curb weight:	3680
Tires:	P245/40ZR18 - P275/35ZR18
Brakes, f/r:	disc/disc with ABS
Fuel capacity:	21.1