Mercedes CLK 2005 500 2006

Mercedes CLK 2005 5.5 petrol description

Coupe Mercedes CLK 2005 500 2006 has been produced from June, 2006 to January, 2009. 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 CLK 5.5 engine oil type is 5W-30 and oil capacity is 8.5 litres.

Mercedes CLK 2005 500 2006 has classical rear wheel drive (RWD) and automatic gearbox with 7 gears.
Mercedes CLK 2005 500 2006 accelerates to speed 100 kilometres per hour in 5.2 seconds. The maximum speed of this car is 250 km/h.

The fuel consumption of this Mercedes CLK 2005 500 2006 in combined mode (combining urban and highway driving) is 11.4 litres per 100km (8.8 km/l). Fuel tank capacity is 62 litres or 16.38 gallons, which gives a mileage up to 540 kilometers without refueling in urban cycle.
According to user reviews, this Mercedes real everyday fuel consumption is 13.3 litres per 100 km, which is 17% more than the manufacturer's stated. More - Real Mercedes CLK fuel consumption.

Mercedes CLK 2005

Mercedes CLK 2005 500 2006 technical data

Model: Mercedes CLK 500 2006
Body style: Coupe
Production period: 2006. June ... 2009. January 
Engine: 5461 cm3 Petrol, 8 cylinders CO2 emissions: 270 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: 5.2 seconds
Fuel consumption (l/100km): 11.4 (combined)
Real fuel consumption: 13.3 l/100km (17.7 MPG) by user reviews from various sources
Fuel tank capacity: 62 litres (16.4 gallons)
Car dimensions: 4.65m (length) 1.74m (width) 1.41m (height)
Turning diameter: 10.8 meters
Seats: 4 seats
Trunk capacity: 435 litres
Gross weight: 2130 kg

Mercedes CLK 2005 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 CLK 2005 500 2006 oil type 5W-30
Oil capacity 8.5 litres (9 quarts)
Coolant capacity 7.5 litres (7.9 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.

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 CLK coupe [2005 - 2009] modifications

Modification Engine Power Consumption Gearbox
Mercedes CLK 1.8 200 2005 Kompressor Jun 2005 — Dec 2006

Most fuel efficient petrol version

1.8 Petrol 163 HP 8.3 l/100km Manual (6)
Mercedes CLK 1.8 200 2005 Kompressor Automatic Jun 2005 — Dec 2006 1.8 Petrol 163 HP 8.4 l/100km Automatic (5)
Mercedes CLK 1.8 200 2006 Kompressor Dec 2006 — Jan 2009

Most fuel efficient petrol version

1.8 Petrol 184 HP 8.3 l/100km Manual (6)
Mercedes CLK 1.8 200 2006 Kompressor Automatic Dec 2006 — Jan 2009 1.8 Petrol 184 HP 8.4 l/100km Automatic (5)
Mercedes CLK 3.0 280 2005 3.0 Petrol 231 HP 9.2 l/100km Manual (6)
Mercedes CLK 3.0 280 2005 Automatic 3.0 Petrol 231 HP 9.2 l/100km Automatic (7)
Mercedes CLK 3.0 220 2005 CDI

Most fuel efficient diesel version

3.0 Diesel 150 HP 6.4 l/100km Manual (6)
Mercedes CLK 3.0 220 2005 CDI Automatic

Most fuel efficient diesel version by real consumption

3.0 Diesel 150 HP 6.8 l/100km Automatic (5)
Mercedes CLK 3.0 320 2005 CDI Jul 2005 — Jan 2009

Most powerfull diesel version (224 HP)

3.0 Diesel 224 HP 7.2 l/100km Manual (6)
Mercedes CLK 3.0 320 2005 CDI Automatic Jul 2005 — Jan 2009

Most powerfull diesel version (224 HP)

3.0 Diesel 224 HP 7.5 l/100km Automatic (7)
Mercedes CLK 3.5 350 2005 3.5 Petrol 272 HP 9.9 l/100km Automatic (7)
Mercedes CLK 5.0 500 2005 Jun 2005 — Jun 2006 5.0 Petrol 306 HP 10.9 l/100km Automatic (7)
Mercedes CLK 5.4 55 2005 AMG Jun 2005 — Jun 2006 5.4 Petrol 367 HP 12.8 l/100km Automatic (5)
Mercedes CLK 5.5 500 2006 Jun 2006 — Jan 2009 5.5 Petrol 388 HP 11.4 l/100km Automatic (7)
Mercedes CLK 6.2 63 2006 AMG Jun 2006 — Jan 2009

Most dynamic version - 100 km/h in 4.7 seconds

6.2 Petrol 481 HP 14.2 l/100km Automatic (7)
Mercedes CLK 2005 reviews
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