Mercedes CLK 2003 500 2003 Cabriolet
Mercedes CLK 2003 5.0 petrol description
Cabrio Mercedes CLK 2003 500 2003 Cabriolet has been produced from April, 2003 to June, 2005. 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 2003 500 2003 Cabriolet has classical rear wheel drive (RWD) and automatic gearbox with 5 gears.
Mercedes CLK 2003 500 2003 Cabriolet accelerates to speed 100 kilometres per hour in 6.2 seconds. The maximum speed of this car is 250 km/h.
In combined cycle (city and motorway), the Mercedes CLK 2003 500 2003 Cabriolet fuel consumption is 11.6 litres per 100km (8.6 km/l), fuel consumption in city - 16.9 l/100km, highway fuel economy - 8.2 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 740 kilometers on highway.
According to user reviews, this Mercedes real everyday fuel consumption is 12.8 litres per 100 km, which is 10% more than the manufacturer's stated. More - Real Mercedes CLK fuel consumption.
Mercedes CLK 2003 500 2003 Cabriolet technical data
| Model: | Mercedes CLK 500 2003 Cabriolet | ||
|---|---|---|---|
| Body style: | Cabrio | ||
| Production period: | 2003. April ... 2005. June | ||
| Engine: | 4966 cm3 Petrol, 8 cylinders | CO2 emissions: | 278 g/km |
| Power: | 306 HP ON 5600 RPM | Torque: | 460 NM ON 2700 RPM |
| Gearbox: | Automatic gearbox (5 gears) | Drive type: | Rear wheel drive (RWD) |
| Top speed: | 250 km/h | Acceleration 0-100 km/h: | 6.2 seconds |
| Fuel consumption (l/100km): | 11.6 (combined) 16.9 (urban) 8.2 (highway) | ||
| Real fuel consumption: | 12.8 l/100km (18.4 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: | 2225 kg | ||
Mercedes CLK 2003 500 2003 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 |
|---|---|
| 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 2003 500 2003 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 [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) |