Mercedes CLK 1997 430 1998
Mercedes CLK 1997 4.3 petrol description
Coupe Mercedes CLK 1997 430 1998 has been produced from June, 1998 to August, 1999. It has eight-cylinder petrol engine with displacement of 4.3 litres, which produces power of 279 horsepower on 5750 rpm - this is the most powerfull Mercedes CLK 1997 - 1999 version and torque 400 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 2 and Euro 3 emission standards available. Engine lifespan (mileage before major repairs or overhaul) can last from 270 up to 450 thousand kilometres. Note that engine life can be longer or shorter depending on maintenance.
More engine specs
This Mercedes CLK 4.3 engine oil type is 5W-40 and oil capacity is 8 litres.
Mercedes CLK 1997 430 1998 has classical rear wheel drive (RWD) and automatic gearbox with 5 gears.
Mercedes CLK 1997 430 1998 accelerates to speed 100 kilometres per hour in 6.3 seconds. The maximum speed of this car is 250 km/h.
Mercedes CLK 1997 430 1998 fuel consumption is 11.2 litres per 100km in combined city/highway mode (8.9 km/l), city fuel economy - 16.6 l/100km, fuel consumption on highway - 8 l/100km. Fuel tank capacity is 62 litres or 16.38 gallons, which gives a mileage up to 540 kilometers without refueling in urban cycle and even up to 760 kilometers on highway.
According to user reviews, the real everyday fuel consumption of this Mercedes is in line with the figure specified by the manufacturer. More - Real Mercedes CLK fuel consumption.

Mercedes CLK 1997 430 1998 technical data
Model: | Mercedes CLK 430 1998 | ||
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Body style: | Coupe | ||
Production period: | 1998. June ... 1999. August | ||
Engine: | 4266 cm3 Petrol, 8 cylinders | CO2 emissions: | 263 g/km |
Power: | 279 HP ON 5750 RPM | Torque: | 400 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: | 6.3 seconds |
Fuel consumption (l/100km): | 11.2 (combined) 16.6 (urban) 8.0 (highway) | ||
Real fuel consumption: | 11 l/100km (21.4 MPG) by user reviews from various sources | ||
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 1997 430 1998 engine M113 E43
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 | 4266 cm3 |
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Number of cylinders | 8 |
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 1997 430 1998 oil type | 5W-40 |
Oil capacity | 8 litres (8.5 quarts) |
Coolant capacity | 11 litres (11.6 quarts) |
Power | 272 - 306 HP ON 5750 RPM |
Torque | 390 - 410 NM ON 3000 RPM |
Start of production (year) | 1997 |
Duration of production | 11 years |
Engine also used on | Mercedes E klase Mercedes ML Mercedes S klase |
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 [1997 - 1999] modifications
Modification | Engine | Power | Consumption | Gearbox |
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Mercedes CLK 2.0 200 1997
Mar 1997 — Aug 1999 Most fuel efficient version |
2.0 Petrol | 136 HP | 9.4 l/100km | Manual (5) |
Mercedes CLK 2.0 200 1997 Automatic Mar 1997 — Aug 1999 | 2.0 Petrol | 136 HP | 9.5 l/100km | Automatic (5) |
Mercedes CLK 1997 2.0 CLK 200 Kompressor | 2.0 Petrol | 192 HP | 9.5 l/100km | Manual (5) |
Mercedes CLK 1997 2.0 CLK 200 Kompressor Automatic | 2.0 Petrol | 192 HP | 9.8 l/100km | Automatic (5) |
Mercedes CLK 1997 2.3 CLK 230 Kompressor | 2.3 Petrol | 193 HP | 9.8 l/100km | Manual (5) |
Mercedes CLK 2.3 230 1997 Kompressor Mar 1997 — Aug 1999 | 2.3 Petrol | 193 HP | 9.9 l/100km | Automatic (5) |
Mercedes CLK 3.2 320 1997 Mar 1997 — Aug 1999 | 3.2 Petrol | 224 HP | 10.1 l/100km | Automatic (5) |
Mercedes CLK 4.3 430 1998
Jun 1998 — Aug 1999 Most dynamic version - 100 km/h in 6.3 seconds |
4.3 Petrol | 279 HP | 11.2 l/100km | Automatic (5) |