Mercedes CLK 2005 CLK 500
Mercedes CLK 2005 5.5 petrol description
Cabrio Mercedes CLK 2005 CLK 500 has been produced from January, 2005 to December, 2006. 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, it has no turbine. Engine versions compliant with Euro 4 and Euro 5 emission standards available. Approximate engine life expectancy (mileage until serious repairs are required) for this engine is between 310 000 and 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 CLK 500 has classical rear wheel drive (RWD) and automatic gearbox with 7 gears.
Mercedes CLK 2005 CLK 500 accelerates to speed 100 kilometres per hour in 5.3 seconds. The maximum speed of this car is 250 km/h.
Mercedes CLK 2005 CLK 500 technical data
| Model: | Mercedes CLK CLK 500 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
| Body style: | Cabrio | ||
| Production period: | 2005. January ... 2006. December | ||
| Engine: | 5461 cm3 Petrol, 8 cylinders | CO2 emissions: | no data |
| Power: | 388 HP ON 6000 RPM | Torque: | 530 NM ON 2800 RPM |
| Gearbox: | Automatic gearbox (7 gears) | Drive type: | Rear wheel drive (RWD) |
| Top speed: | 250 km/h | Acceleration 0-100 km/h: | 5.3 seconds |
| Fuel consumption (l/100km): | no data | ||
| 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: | 390 litres | ||
| Gross weight: | 2240 kg | ||
Mercedes CLK 2005 CLK 500 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 CLK 500 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 |
| 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 cabrio [2005 - 2009] modifications
| Modification | Engine | Power | Consumption | Gearbox |
|---|---|---|---|---|
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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) |
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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) |
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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) |
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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) |