Mercedes CLK 2003 320 2003 Cabriolet
Mercedes CLK 2003 3.2 petrol description
Cabrio Mercedes CLK 2003 320 2003 Cabriolet has been produced from April, 2003 to June, 2005. It has six-cylinder petrol engine with displacement of 3.2 litres, which produces power of 218 horsepower on 5700 rpm and torque 310 Nm (Newton metres) on 3000 revolutions per minute.
This 6-cylinder 18-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 310 up to 520 thousand kilometres. Note that engine life can be longer or shorter depending on maintenance.
More engine specs
This Mercedes CLK 3.2 engine oil type is 5W-30 and oil capacity is 7.5 litres.
Mercedes CLK 2003 320 2003 Cabriolet has classical rear wheel drive (RWD) and automatic gearbox with 5 gears.
Mercedes CLK 2003 320 2003 Cabriolet accelerates to speed 100 kilometres per hour in 8.2 seconds. The maximum speed of this car is 240 km/h.
Mercedes CLK 2003 320 2003 Cabriolet fuel consumption is 10.9 litres per 100km in combined city/highway mode (9.2 km/l), city fuel economy - 15.7 l/100km, fuel consumption on highway - 7.7 l/100km. Fuel tank capacity is 62 litres or 16.38 gallons, which gives a mileage up to 560 kilometers without refueling in urban cycle and even up to 800 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 2003 320 2003 Cabriolet technical data
| Model: | Mercedes CLK 320 2003 Cabriolet | ||
|---|---|---|---|
| Body style: | Cabrio | ||
| Production period: | 2003. April ... 2005. June | ||
| Engine: | 3199 cm3 Petrol, 6 cylinders | CO2 emissions: | 262 g/km |
| Power: | 218 HP ON 5700 RPM | Torque: | 310 NM ON 3000 RPM |
| Gearbox: | Automatic gearbox (5 gears) | Drive type: | Rear wheel drive (RWD) |
| Top speed: | 240 km/h | Acceleration 0-100 km/h: | 8.2 seconds |
| Fuel consumption (l/100km): | 10.9 (combined) 15.7 (urban) 7.7 (highway) | ||
| Real fuel consumption: | 11.1 l/100km (21.2 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: | 2185 kg | ||
Mercedes CLK 2003 320 2003 Cabriolet engine M112 E32
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 | 3199 cm3 |
|---|---|
| Number of cylinders | 6 |
| 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 2003 320 2003 Cabriolet oil type | 5W-30 |
| Oil capacity | 7.5 litres (7.9 quarts) |
| Coolant capacity | 10.5 litres (11.1 quarts) |
| Power | 190 - 224 HP ON 5700 RPM |
| Torque | 270 - 315 NM ON 3000 RPM |
| Start of production (year) | 1997 |
| Duration of production | 10 years |
| Engine also used on | Mercedes C klase Mercedes E klase Mercedes ML Chrysler Crossfire and 5 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 [2003 - 2005] modifications
| Modification | Engine | Power | Consumption | Gearbox |
|---|---|---|---|---|
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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) |
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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) |