Mercedes CLK 1999 320 1999
Mercedes CLK 1999 3.2 petrol description
Coupe Mercedes CLK 1999 320 1999 has been produced from August, 1999 to June, 2002. It has six-cylinder petrol engine with displacement of 3.2 litres, which produces power of 224 horsepower on 5600 rpm and torque 315 Nm (Newton metres) on 3000 revolutions per minute.
This 6-cylinder 18-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 3 and Euro 4 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.
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This Mercedes CLK 3.2 engine oil type is 5W-30 and oil capacity is 7.5 litres.
Mercedes CLK 1999 320 1999 has classical rear wheel drive (RWD) and automatic gearbox with 5 gears.
Mercedes CLK 1999 320 1999 accelerates to speed 100 kilometres per hour in 7.4 seconds. The maximum speed of this car is 240 km/h.
The fuel consumption of this Mercedes CLK 1999 320 1999 in combined mode (combining urban and highway driving) is 10.1 litres per 100km (9.9 km/l) - this is one of most fuel efficient Mercedes CLK 1999 - 2002 versions, city fuel economy - 15 l/100km, fuel consumption on highway - 7.2 l/100km. Fuel tank capacity is 62 litres or 16.38 gallons, which gives a mileage up to 600 kilometers without refueling in urban cycle and even up to 860 kilometers on highway.

Mercedes CLK 1999 320 1999 technical data
Model: | Mercedes CLK 320 1999 | ||
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Body style: | Coupe | ||
Production period: | 1999. August ... 2002. June | ||
Engine: | 3199 cm3 Petrol, 6 cylinders | CO2 emissions: | 242 g/km |
Power: | 224 HP ON 5600 RPM | Torque: | 315 NM ON 3000 RPM |
Gearbox: | Automatic gearbox (5 gears) | Drive type: | Rear wheel drive (RWD) |
Maximum speed: | 240 km/h | Acceleration 0-100 km/h: | 7.4 seconds |
Fuel consumption (l/100km): | 10.1 (combined) 15.0 (urban) 7.2 (highway) | ||
Fuel tank capacity: | 62 litres (16.4 gallons) | ||
Car dimensions: | 4.57m (length) 1.72m (width) 1.37m (height) | ||
Turning diameter: | 10.7 meters | ||
Seats: | 4 seats | ||
Trunk capacity: | 420 litres | ||
Gross weight: | 1920 kg |
Mercedes CLK 1999 320 1999 engine M112 E32
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 | 3199 cm3 |
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Number of cylinders | 6 |
Bore (cylinder diameter) | 89.9 mm |
Stroke length (piston move) | 84 mm |
Compression ratio | 10 : 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 1999 320 1999 oil type | 5W-30 |
Oil capacity | 7.5 litres (7.9 quarts) |
Coolant capacity | 9 litres (9.5 quarts) |
Power | 190 - 224 HP ON 5600 RPM |
Torque | 270 - 315 NM ON 3000 RPM |
Start of production (year) | 1997 |
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 2000 onwards. |
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Engine also used on | Mercedes C klase Mercedes E klase Mercedes ML Chrysler Crossfire and 5 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. |
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All Mercedes CLK coupe [1999 - 2002] modifications
Modification | Engine | Power | Consumption | Gearbox |
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Mercedes CLK 2.0 200 1999
Aug 1999 — Jun 2000 Most fuel efficient version by real consumption |
2.0 Petrol | 136 HP | 9.4 l/100km | Manual (5) |
Mercedes CLK 2.0 200 1999 Automatic Aug 1999 — Jun 2000 | 2.0 Petrol | 136 HP | 9.5 l/100km | Automatic (5) |
Mercedes CLK 2.0 200 2000 Kompressor Mai 2000 — Jun 2002 | 2.0 Petrol | 163 HP | 9.4 l/100km | Manual (6) |
Mercedes CLK 2.0 200 2000 Kompressor Automatic
Jun 2000 — Jun 2002 Most fuel efficient version |
2.0 Petrol | 163 HP | 9.3 l/100km | Automatic (5) |
Mercedes CLK 2.3 230 1999 Kompressor Aug 1999 — Jun 2000 | 2.3 Petrol | 193 HP | 9.8 l/100km | Manual (5) |
Mercedes CLK 2.3 230 1999 Kompressor Automatic Aug 1999 — Jun 2000 | 2.3 Petrol | 193 HP | 9.9 l/100km | Automatic (5) |
Mercedes CLK 2.3 230 2000 Kompressor Jun 2000 — Jun 2002 | 2.3 Petrol | 197 HP | 9.6 l/100km | Manual (6) |
Mercedes CLK 2.3 230 2000 Kompressor Automatic Jun 2000 — Jun 2002 | 2.3 Petrol | 197 HP | 9.5 l/100km | Automatic (5) |
Mercedes CLK 3.2 320 1999 | 3.2 Petrol | 224 HP | 10.1 l/100km | Automatic (5) |
Mercedes CLK 4.3 430 1999 | 4.3 Petrol | 279 HP | 11.4 l/100km | Automatic (5) |
Mercedes CLK 5.4 55 1999 AMG
Most dynamic version - 100 km/h in 5.4 seconds |
5.4 Petrol | 347 HP | 11.7 l/100km | Automatic (5) |