Mercedes CLK 2005 500 2005 Cabriolet
Mercedes CLK 2005 5.0 petrol description
Cabrio Mercedes CLK 2005 500 2005 Cabriolet has been produced from June, 2005 to June, 2006. It has eight-cylinder petrol engine with displacement of 5.0 litres, which produces power of 306 horsepower on 5600 rpm and torque 460 Nm (Newton metres) on 2700 revolutions per minute.
This 8-cylinder 24-valve engine camshaft is driven by double-row chain (What is an engine chain and belt? ). Engine has fuel injection system, it has no turbine. Engine versions compliant with Euro 2 and Euro 3 emission standards available. Approximate engine life expectancy (mileage until serious repairs are required) for this engine is between 310 000 and 520 000 kilometres. It is important to remember that engine life is highly dependent on regular maintenance and the quality of the oils and fuels used.
More engine specs
This Mercedes CLK 5.0 engine oil type is 5W-40 and oil capacity is 8 litres.
Mercedes CLK 2005 500 2005 Cabriolet has classical rear wheel drive (RWD) and automatic gearbox with 7 gears.
Mercedes CLK 2005 500 2005 Cabriolet accelerates to speed 100 kilometres per hour in 6.1 seconds. The maximum speed of this car is 250 km/h.
In combined cycle (city and motorway), the Mercedes CLK 2005 500 2005 Cabriolet fuel consumption is 11.1 litres per 100km (9 km/l). Fuel tank capacity is 62 litres or 16.38 gallons, which gives a mileage up to 540 kilometers without refueling in urban cycle.
According to user reviews, the real everyday fuel consumption of this Mercedes is in line with, and sometimes even lower than, the manufacturer's stated combined consumption. More - Real Mercedes CLK fuel consumption.

Mercedes CLK 2005 500 2005 Cabriolet technical data
Model: | Mercedes CLK 500 2005 Cabriolet | ||
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Body style: | Cabrio | ||
Production period: | 2005. June ... 2006. June | ||
Engine: | 4966 cm3 Petrol, 8 cylinders | CO2 emissions: | 265 g/km |
Power: | 306 HP ON 5600 RPM | Torque: | 460 NM ON 2700 RPM |
Gearbox: | Automatic gearbox (7 gears) | Drive type: | Rear wheel drive (RWD) |
Top speed: | 250 km/h | Acceleration 0-100 km/h: | 6.1 seconds |
Fuel consumption (l/100km): | 11.1 (combined) | ||
Real fuel consumption: | 11.9 l/100km (19.8 MPG) by user reviews from various sources | ||
Fuel tank capacity: | 62 litres (16.4 gallons) | ||
Car dimensions: | 4.65m (length) 1.74m (width) 1.42m (height) | ||
Turning diameter: | 10.8 meters | ||
Seats: | 4 seats | ||
Trunk capacity: | 276 litres | ||
Gross weight: | 2225 kg |
Mercedes CLK 2005 500 2005 Cabriolet engine M113 E50
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 | 4966 cm3 |
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Number of cylinders | 8 |
Bore (cylinder diameter) | 97 mm |
Stroke length (piston move) | 84 mm |
Compression ratio | 9.5 : 1 |
Camshaft drive | Double-row 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 500 2005 Cabriolet oil type | 5W-40 |
Oil capacity | 8 litres (8.5 quarts) |
Coolant capacity | 11.5 litres (12.2 quarts) |
Power | 296 - 306 HP ON 5600 RPM |
Torque | 460 NM ON 2700 RPM |
Start of production (year) | 1997 |
Duration of production | 11 years |
Engine also used on | Mercedes E klase Mercedes ML Mercedes S klase Mercedes CLS and 3 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 cabrio [2005 - 2009] modifications
Modification | Engine | Power | Consumption | Gearbox |
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Mercedes CLK 1.8 200 2005 Kompressor Cabriolet
Jun 2005 — Dec 2006 Most fuel efficient petrol version by real consumption |
1.8 Petrol | 163 HP | 8.6 l/100km | Manual (6) |
Mercedes CLK 1.8 200 2005 Kompressor Cabriolet Automatic Jun 2005 — Dec 2006 | 1.8 Petrol | 163 HP | 8.7 l/100km | Automatic (5) |
Mercedes CLK 1.8 200 2006 Kompressor Cabriolet
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 Cabriolet Automatic Dec 2006 — Jan 2009 | 1.8 Petrol | 184 HP | 8.4 l/100km | Automatic (5) |
Mercedes CLK 3.0 280 2005 Cabriolet Jun 2005 — Jan 2009 | 3.0 Petrol | 231 HP | 9.5 l/100km | Manual (6) |
Mercedes CLK 3.0 280 2005 Cabriolet Automatic Jun 2005 — Jan 2009 | 3.0 Petrol | 231 HP | 9.3 l/100km | Automatic (7) |
Mercedes CLK 3.0 320 2005 CDI Cabriolet
Oct 2005 — Jan 2009 Most fuel efficient diesel version |
3.0 Diesel | 224 HP | 7.5 l/100km | Manual (6) |
Mercedes CLK 3.0 320 2005 CDI Cabriolet Automatic Oct 2005 — Jan 2009 | 3.0 Diesel | 224 HP | 7.8 l/100km | Automatic (7) |
Mercedes CLK 3.5 350 2005 Cabriolet Jun 2005 — Jan 2009 | 3.5 Petrol | 272 HP | 10.1 l/100km | Automatic (7) |
Mercedes CLK 5.0 500 2005 Cabriolet Jun 2005 — Jun 2006 | 5.0 Petrol | 306 HP | 11.1 l/100km | Automatic (7) |
Mercedes CLK 5.0 500 2006 Cabriolet Jun 2006 — Jan 2009 | 5.0 Petrol | 388 HP | 11.6 l/100km | Automatic (7) |
Mercedes CLK 5.4 55 2005 AMG Cabriolet Jun 2005 — Jun 2006 | 5.4 Petrol | 367 HP | 12.1 l/100km | Automatic (5) |
Mercedes CLK 2005 5.5 CLK 500 Jan 2005 — Dec 2006 | 5.5 Petrol | 388 HP | - | Automatic (7) |
Mercedes CLK 6.2 63 2006 AMG Cabriolet
Jun 2006 — Jan 2009 Most dynamic version - 100 km/h in 4.7 seconds |
6.2 Petrol | 481 HP | 14.4 l/100km | Automatic (7) |