Mercedes CLK 1999 55 1999 AMG

Mercedes CLK 1999 5.4 petrol description

Coupe Mercedes CLK 1999 55 1999 AMG has been produced from August, 1999 to June, 2002. It has eight-cylinder petrol engine with displacement of 5.4 litres, which produces power of 347 horsepower on 5500 rpm - this is the most powerfull Mercedes CLK 1999 - 2002 version and torque 510 Nm (Newton metres) on 3000 revolutions per minute.

This 8-cylinder 24-valve engine camshaft is driven by 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 3 and Euro 4 emission standards available. Engine lifespan (mileage before major repairs or overhaul) can last from 220 up to 370 thousand 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 5.4 engine oil type is 5W-40 and oil capacity is 8 litres.

Mercedes CLK 1999 55 1999 AMG has classical rear wheel drive (RWD) and automatic gearbox with 5 gears.
Mercedes CLK 1999 55 1999 AMG accelerates to speed 100 kilometres per hour in 5.4 seconds. The maximum speed of this car is 250 km/h.

Mercedes CLK 1999 55 1999 AMG fuel consumption is 11.7 litres per 100km in combined city/highway mode (8.5 km/l), city fuel economy - 17.1 l/100km, fuel consumption on highway - 8.5 l/100km. Fuel tank capacity is 62 litres or 16.38 gallons, which gives a mileage up to 520 kilometers without refueling in urban cycle and even up to 720 kilometers on highway.

Mercedes CLK 1999

Mercedes CLK 1999 55 1999 AMG technical data

Model: Mercedes CLK 55 1999 AMG
Body style: Coupe
Production period: 1999. August ... 2002. June 
Engine: 5439 cm3 Petrol, 8 cylinders CO2 emissions: 281 g/km
Power: 347 HP ON 5500 RPM Torque: 510 NM ON 3000 RPM
Gearbox: Automatic gearbox (5 gears) Drive type: Rear wheel drive (RWD)
Top speed: 250 km/h Acceleration 0-100 km/h: 5.4 seconds
Fuel consumption (l/100km): 11.7 (combined) 17.1 (urban) 8.5 (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: 1960 kg

Mercedes CLK 1999 55 1999 AMG engine M113 E55 AMG

Engine reliability:

Overall, this engine can last around 220,000 to 370,000 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 5439 cm3
Number of cylinders 8
Bore (cylinder diameter) 97 mm
Stroke length (piston move) 92 mm
Compression ratio 11 : 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 55 1999 AMG oil type 5W-40
Oil capacity 8 litres (8.5 quarts)
Coolant capacity 11 litres (11.6 quarts)
Power 347 - 400 HP ON 5500 RPM
Torque 510 - 530 NM ON 3000 RPM
Start of production (year) 1997
Duration of production 11 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.

Engine also used on Mercedes C klase Mercedes E klase Mercedes ML Mercedes SLK and 2 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 [1999 - 2002] modifications

Modification Engine Power Consumption Gearbox
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)
Mercedes CLK 1999 reviews
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