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Mercedes-Benz CLK

EPA MPG: NA
Average Retail Price
$5,025 - $10,100

RECALL ALERT:
There are 5 recalls on this vehicle. Learn More.

First Take
The CLK coupe and convertible are based on the C-Class sedan. The steering is quick and communicative, and the ride is supple and comfortable. The 3.5-liter V6 engine is strong, but the muscular 5.5-liter V8, with its seven-speed automatic, provides abundant performance. Opting for the powerful CLK63 AMG brings a brawny 475-hp V8. The rear seats two in relative comfort for a coupe. In the front, a belt "presenter" moves the safety belt toward you.

2007 Sports cars & Convertibles Reliability

This Car
NA
vs. Similar Cars

Crash Tests

IIHS Front Moderate Overlap
NA
IIHS Front Small Overlap, Driver
NA
IIHS Side Crash
NA
NHTSA Overall Crash
NA
NHTSA Overall Frontal-Crash
NA
NHTSA Overall Side-Crash
NA

Crash Tests

IIHS Front Moderate Overlap
NA
IIHS Front Small Overlap, Driver
NA
IIHS Side Crash
NA
NHTSA Overall Crash
NA
NHTSA Overall Frontal-Crash
NA
NHTSA Overall Side-Crash
NA

Mercedes-Benz vs. Other New Car Brands

Mercedes-Benz vs. Other New Car Brands

Crash Tests

IIHS Front Moderate Overlap
NA
IIHS Front Small Overlap, Driver
NA
IIHS Side Crash
NA
NHTSA Overall Crash
NA
NHTSA Overall Frontal-Crash
NA
NHTSA Overall Side-Crash
NA

2007 Sports cars 4/5-seat Ratings

$5,150 - $10,250
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EPA MPG NA
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$6,675 - $7,150
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EPA MPG NA
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$ NA
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EPA MPG NA
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$5,150 - $7,375
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EPA MPG 23 mpg
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$3,725 - $11,975
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EPA MPG 21 mpg
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Reliability
Owner Satisfaction
Features & Specs
Body Style
    convertible
    coupe
Seating
2 front, 2 rear
Drive Wheels
Rear
Engines Available
  • 3.5-liter V6 (268 hp)
  • 5.5-liter V8 (382 hp)
  • 6.3-liter V8 (475 hp)
Transmissions Available
  • 7-speed automatic
Warranty
Coverage varies among versions of this vehicle

In most cases, automotive warranties are based on the vehicle identification number (VIN), and the warranty will be valid regardless of ownership. The dealership can tell you exactly how much warranty is left.

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Model History
2003-
Current Generation
The CLK was available as both a coupe and convertible. It delivered responsive handling and decent steering feedback. While the CLK was fast and comfortable, it was never as rewarding to drive as a BMW 3 Series coupe. The 3.5-liter V6 engine is strong, but the muscular 5.5-liter V8, with its seven-speed automatic, provided abundant performance. Opting for the powerful CLK63 AMG brought a brawny 475-hp V8. The rear seats two in relative comfort for a coupe. In the front, a motorized arm moves the safety belt forward when the door is closed. The CLK was discontinued after 2009.
1998-2002
1998 Redesign Year

New for 1998, the Mercedes CLK was styled like the larger E-Class, but used C-Class underpinnings. The smooth-revving 3.2-liter V6 was good for 215 horsepower. An optional 4.3-liter V8 was added in mid '98. Both engines are matched to a five-speed automatic. Informal testing indicates that the CLK handles well and is fast, frugal, and comfortable, though not as rewarding to drive as a BMW 3 Series coupe. The two rear seats are reasonably hospitable. A convertible model, new for 1999, features pop-up safety bars that deploy when a rollover is detected. The high-performance CLK55 AMG debuted in 2001.