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 55 1999 AMG technical data
Model: | Mercedes CLK 55 1999 AMG | ||
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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 |
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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. |
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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 |
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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) |