Mercedes CLK 2005 280 2005 Automatic

Mercedes CLK 2005 3.0 petrol description

Coupe Mercedes CLK 2005 280 2005 Automatic has been produced from June, 2005 to January, 2009. It has six-cylinder petrol engine with displacement of 3.0 litres, which produces power of 231 horsepower on 6000 rpm and torque 300 Nm (Newton metres) on 2500 revolutions per minute.

This 6-cylinder 24-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 270 000 to 450 000 kilometres. Remember that engine life depends on regular maintenance and the quality of the materials used (oils, fuels, etc.).
More engine specs 
This Mercedes CLK 3.0 engine oil type is 5W-30 and oil capacity is 8 litres.

Mercedes CLK 2005 280 2005 Automatic has classical rear wheel drive (RWD) and automatic gearbox with 7 gears.
Mercedes CLK 2005 280 2005 Automatic accelerates to speed 100 kilometres per hour in 7.4 seconds. The maximum speed of this car is 250 km/h.

The fuel consumption of this Mercedes CLK 2005 280 2005 Automatic in combined mode (combining urban and highway driving) is 9.2 litres per 100km (10.9 km/l). Fuel tank capacity is 62 litres or 16.38 gallons, which gives a mileage up to 660 kilometers without refueling in urban cycle.
According to user reviews, this Mercedes real everyday fuel consumption is 9.8 litres per 100 km, which is 7% more than the manufacturer's stated. More - Real Mercedes CLK fuel consumption.

With the same engine there is also Mercedes CLK version with manual gearbox (Mercedes CLK 3.0 280 2005 MT) available, which manufacturer's fuel consumption is similar - 9.2 litres per 100 km, whereas users reported real fuel consumption is lower by 0.4 litres per 100 km or 4 % - 9.4 litres per 100 km.
Mercedes CLK 2005

Mercedes CLK 2005 280 2005 Automatic technical data

Model: Mercedes CLK 280 2005 Automatic
Body style: Coupe
Production period: 2005. June ... 2009. January 
Engine: 2996 cm3 Petrol, 6 cylinders CO2 emissions: 220 g/km
Power: 231 HP ON 6000 RPM Torque: 300 NM ON 2500 RPM
Gearbox: Automatic gearbox (7 gears) Drive type: Rear wheel drive (RWD)
Maximum speed: 250 km/h Acceleration 0-100 km/h: 7.4 seconds
Fuel consumption (l/100km): 9.2 (combined)
Real fuel consumption: 9.8 l/100km (24 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: 2035 kg

Mercedes CLK 2005 280 2005 Automatic engine M272 KE30

Engine reliability:

Overall, this engine can last around 270,000 to 450,000 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 2996 cm3
Number of cylinders 6
Bore (cylinder diameter) 88 mm
Stroke length (piston move) 82.1 mm
Compression ratio 11.3 : 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 280 2005 Automatic oil type 5W-30
Oil capacity 8 litres (8.5 quarts)
Coolant capacity 10 litres (10.6 quarts)
Power 231 HP ON 6000 RPM
Torque 300 NM ON 2500 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 SLK and 4 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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