Mercedes CLK 2005 350 2005 Cabriolet

Mercedes CLK 2005 3.5 petrol description

Cabrio Mercedes CLK 2005 350 2005 Cabriolet has been produced from June, 2005 to January, 2009. It has six-cylinder petrol engine with displacement of 3.5 litres, which produces power of 272 horsepower on 6000 rpm and torque 350 Nm (Newton metres) on 2400 revolutions per minute.

This 6-cylinder 24-valve engine camshaft is driven by double-row chain (What is an engine chain and belt? ). Engine has fuel injection system, this is an atmospheric engine (without turbine). Engine versions compliant with Euro 4 and Euro 5 emission standards available. Engine lifespan (mileage before major repairs or overhaul) can last from 290 up to 480 thousand kilometres. Note that engine life can be longer or shorter depending on maintenance.
More engine specs 
This Mercedes CLK 3.5 engine oil type is 5W-30 and oil capacity is 8 litres.

Mercedes CLK 2005 350 2005 Cabriolet has classical rear wheel drive (RWD) and automatic gearbox with 7 gears.
Mercedes CLK 2005 350 2005 Cabriolet accelerates to speed 100 kilometres per hour in 6.7 seconds. The maximum speed of this car is 250 km/h.

Mercedes CLK 2005 350 2005 Cabriolet fuel consumption is 10.1 litres per 100km in combined city/highway mode (9.9 km/l). Fuel tank capacity is 62 litres or 16.38 gallons, which gives a mileage up to 600 kilometers without refueling in urban cycle.
According to user reviews, this Mercedes real everyday fuel consumption is 11.3 litres per 100 km, which is 12% more than the manufacturer's stated. More - Real Mercedes CLK fuel consumption.

Mercedes CLK 2005

Mercedes CLK 2005 350 2005 Cabriolet technical data

Model: Mercedes CLK 350 2005 Cabriolet
Body style: Cabrio
Production period: 2005. June ... 2009. January 
Engine: 3498 cm3 Petrol, 6 cylinders CO2 emissions: 241 g/km
Power: 272 HP ON 6000 RPM Torque: 350 NM ON 2400 RPM
Gearbox: Automatic gearbox (7 gears) Drive type: Rear wheel drive (RWD)
Top speed: 250 km/h Acceleration 0-100 km/h: 6.7 seconds
Fuel consumption (l/100km): 10.1 (combined)
Real fuel consumption: 11.3 l/100km (20.8 MPG) by user reviews from various sources
Fuel tank capacity: 62 litres (16.4 gallons)
Car dimensions: 4.65m (length) 1.74m (width) 1.42m (height)
Turning diameter: 10.8 meters
Seats: 4 seats
Trunk capacity: 276 litres
Gross weight: 2190 kg

Mercedes CLK 2005 350 2005 Cabriolet engine M272 KE35

Engine reliability:

Overall, this engine can last around 290,000 to 480,000 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 3498 cm3
Number of cylinders 6
Bore (cylinder diameter) 92.9 mm
Stroke length (piston move) 86 mm
Compression ratio 10.7 : 1
Camshaft drive Double-row 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 350 2005 Cabriolet oil type 5W-30
Oil capacity 8 litres (8.5 quarts)
Coolant capacity 10 litres (10.6 quarts)
Power 258 - 272 HP ON 6000 RPM
Torque 340 - 350 NM ON 2400 RPM
Start of production (year) 2004
Duration of production 13 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 2007 onwards.

Engine also used on Mercedes C klase Mercedes E klase Mercedes ML Mercedes S 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 cabrio [2005 - 2009] modifications

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

Most fuel efficient petrol version by real consumption

1.8 Petrol 163 HP 8.6 l/100km Manual (6)
Mercedes CLK 1.8 200 2005 Kompressor Cabriolet Automatic Jun 2005 — Dec 2006 1.8 Petrol 163 HP 8.7 l/100km Automatic (5)
Mercedes CLK 1.8 200 2006 Kompressor Cabriolet 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 Cabriolet Automatic Dec 2006 — Jan 2009 1.8 Petrol 184 HP 8.4 l/100km Automatic (5)
Mercedes CLK 3.0 280 2005 Cabriolet Jun 2005 — Jan 2009 3.0 Petrol 231 HP 9.5 l/100km Manual (6)
Mercedes CLK 3.0 280 2005 Cabriolet Automatic Jun 2005 — Jan 2009 3.0 Petrol 231 HP 9.3 l/100km Automatic (7)
Mercedes CLK 3.0 320 2005 CDI Cabriolet Oct 2005 — Jan 2009

Most fuel efficient diesel version

3.0 Diesel 224 HP 7.5 l/100km Manual (6)
Mercedes CLK 3.0 320 2005 CDI Cabriolet Automatic Oct 2005 — Jan 2009 3.0 Diesel 224 HP 7.8 l/100km Automatic (7)
Mercedes CLK 3.5 350 2005 Cabriolet Jun 2005 — Jan 2009 3.5 Petrol 272 HP 10.1 l/100km Automatic (7)
Mercedes CLK 5.0 500 2005 Cabriolet Jun 2005 — Jun 2006 5.0 Petrol 306 HP 11.1 l/100km Automatic (7)
Mercedes CLK 5.0 500 2006 Cabriolet Jun 2006 — Jan 2009 5.0 Petrol 388 HP 11.6 l/100km Automatic (7)
Mercedes CLK 5.4 55 2005 AMG Cabriolet Jun 2005 — Jun 2006 5.4 Petrol 367 HP 12.1 l/100km Automatic (5)
Mercedes CLK 2005 5.5 CLK 500 Jan 2005 — Dec 2006 5.5 Petrol 388 HP - Automatic (7)
Mercedes CLK 6.2 63 2006 AMG Cabriolet Jun 2006 — Jan 2009

Most dynamic version - 100 km/h in 4.7 seconds

6.2 Petrol 481 HP 14.4 l/100km Automatic (7)
Mercedes CLK 2005 reviews
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