Mercedes CLK 2003 200 2003 Kompressor Cabriolet Automatic

Mercedes CLK 2003 1.8 petrol description

Cabrio Mercedes CLK 2003 200 2003 Kompressor Cabriolet Automatic has been produced from April, 2003 to June, 2005. It has four-cylinder petrol engine with displacement of 1.8 litres, which produces power of 163 horsepower on 5500 rpm and torque 240 Nm (Newton metres) on 3500 revolutions per minute.

This 4-cylinder 16-valve engine camshaft is driven by chain (What is an engine chain and belt? ). Engine has fuel injection system and turbocharger. Engine versions compliant with Euro 4 and Euro 5 emission standards available. Engine lifespan (mileage before major repairs or overhaul) can last from 280 up to 480 thousand 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 1.8 engine oil type is 5W-30 and oil capacity is 5.5 litres.

Mercedes CLK 2003 200 2003 Kompressor Cabriolet Automatic has classical rear wheel drive (RWD) and automatic gearbox with 5 gears.
Mercedes CLK 2003 200 2003 Kompressor Cabriolet Automatic accelerates to speed 100 kilometres per hour in 10.5 seconds. The maximum speed of this car is 223 km/h.

Mercedes CLK 2003 200 2003 Kompressor Cabriolet Automatic fuel consumption is 9.2 litres per 100km in combined city/highway mode (10.9 km/l) - this is one of most fuel efficient Mercedes CLK 2003 - 2005 versions, fuel consumption in city - 12.8 l/100km, highway fuel economy - 6.7 l/100km. Fuel tank capacity is 62 litres or 16.38 gallons, which gives a mileage up to 660 kilometers without refueling in urban cycle and even up to 920 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.

With the same engine there is also Mercedes CLK version with manual gearbox (Mercedes CLK 1.8 200 2003 Kompressor Cabriolet MT) available, which is more dynamic - it reaches 100 km/h 0.7 seconds faster (in 9.8 seconds), but manufacturer's fuel consumption is similar - 9.1 litres per 100 km, whereas users reported real fuel consumption is lower by 0.4 litres per 100 km or 4 % - 8.8 litres per 100 km.
Mercedes CLK 2003

Mercedes CLK 2003 200 2003 Kompressor Cabriolet Automatic technical data

Model: Mercedes CLK 200 2003 Kompressor Cabriolet Automatic
Body style: Cabrio
Production period: 2003. April ... 2005. June 
Engine: 1796 cm3 Petrol, 4 cylinders CO2 emissions: 221 g/km
Power: 163 HP ON 5500 RPM Torque: 240 NM ON 3500 RPM
Gearbox: Automatic gearbox (5 gears) Drive type: Rear wheel drive (RWD)
Top speed: 223 km/h Acceleration 0-100 km/h: 10.5 seconds
Fuel consumption (l/100km): 9.2 (combined) 12.8 (urban) 6.7 (highway)
Real fuel consumption: 9.2 l/100km (25.6 MPG) by user reviews from various sources
Fuel tank capacity: 62 litres (16.4 gallons)
Car dimensions: 4.64m (length) 1.74m (width) 1.41m (height)
Turning diameter: 10.8 meters
Seats: 4 seats
Trunk capacity: 276 litres
Trunk max capacity: 390 litres (with rear seats folded down)
Gross weight: 2135 kg

Mercedes CLK 2003 200 2003 Kompressor Cabriolet Automatic engine M271 E18 ML

Engine reliability:

Overall, this engine can last around 280,000 to 480,000 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 1796 cm3
Number of cylinders 4
Bore (cylinder diameter) 82 mm
Stroke length (piston move) 85 mm
Compression ratio 9 : 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 2003 200 2003 Kompressor Cabriolet Automatic oil type 5W-30
Oil capacity 5.5 litres (5.8 quarts)
Coolant capacity 8 litres (8.5 quarts)
Power 122 - 192 HP ON 5500 RPM
Torque 190 - 260 NM ON 3500 RPM
Start of production (year) 2002
Duration of production 13 years
Engine also used on Mercedes C klase Mercedes E klase Mercedes SLK

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 [2003 - 2005] modifications

Modification Engine Power Consumption Gearbox
Mercedes CLK 1.8 200 2003 Kompressor Cabriolet

Most fuel efficient version

1.8 Petrol 163 HP 9.1 l/100km Manual (6)
Mercedes CLK 1.8 200 2003 Kompressor Cabriolet Automatic 1.8 Petrol 163 HP 9.2 l/100km Automatic (5)
Mercedes CLK 2.6 240 2003 Cabriolet 2.6 Petrol 170 HP 11.2 l/100km Manual (6)
Mercedes CLK 2.6 240 2003 Cabriolet Automatic 2.6 Petrol 170 HP 10.4 l/100km Automatic (5)
Mercedes CLK 3.2 320 2003 Cabriolet 3.2 Petrol 218 HP 10.9 l/100km Automatic (5)
Mercedes CLK 5.0 500 2003 Cabriolet 5.0 Petrol 306 HP 11.6 l/100km Automatic (5)
Mercedes CLK 5.4 55 2003 AMG

Most dynamic version - 100 km/h in 5.4 seconds

5.4 Petrol 367 HP 12.3 l/100km Automatic (5)
Mercedes CLK 2003 reviews
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