Mercedes CLK 2003 55 2003 AMG
Mercedes CLK 2003 5.4 petrol description
Cabrio Mercedes CLK 2003 55 2003 AMG has been produced from April, 2003 to June, 2005. It has eight-cylinder petrol engine with displacement of 5.4 litres, which produces power of 367 horsepower on 5750 rpm - this is the most powerfull Mercedes CLK 2003 - 2005 version and torque 510 Nm (Newton metres) on 4000 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 without turbocharger. Engine versions compliant with Euro 3 and Euro 4 emission standards available. Average engine life expectancy (mileage before serious repairs are needed) is from 220 000 to 370 000 kilometres. Remember that engine life depends on regular maintenance and the quality of the materials used (oils, fuels, etc.).
More engine specs
This Mercedes CLK 5.4 engine oil type is 5W-40 and oil capacity is 8 litres.
Mercedes CLK 2003 55 2003 AMG has classical rear wheel drive (RWD) and automatic gearbox with 5 gears.
Mercedes CLK 2003 55 2003 AMG accelerates to speed 100 kilometres per hour in 5.4 seconds. The maximum speed of this car is 250 km/h.
The fuel consumption of this Mercedes CLK 2003 55 2003 AMG in combined mode (combining urban and highway driving) is 12.3 litres per 100km (8.1 km/l), city fuel economy - 18.2 l/100km, fuel consumption on highway - 8.9 l/100km. Fuel tank capacity is 62 litres or 16.38 gallons, which gives a mileage up to 500 kilometers without refueling in urban cycle and even up to 680 kilometers on highway.
According to user reviews, this Mercedes real everyday fuel consumption is 12.8 litres per 100 km, which is 4% more than the manufacturer's stated. More - Real Mercedes CLK fuel consumption.

Mercedes CLK 2003 55 2003 AMG technical data
Model: | Mercedes CLK 55 2003 AMG | ||
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Body style: | Cabrio | ||
Production period: | 2003. April ... 2005. June | ||
Engine: | 5439 cm3 Petrol, 8 cylinders | CO2 emissions: | 295 g/km |
Power: | 367 HP ON 5750 RPM | Torque: | 510 NM ON 4000 RPM |
Gearbox: | Automatic gearbox (5 gears) | Drive type: | Rear wheel drive (RWD) |
Maximum speed: | 250 km/h | Acceleration 0-100 km/h: | 5.4 seconds |
Fuel consumption (l/100km): | 12.3 (combined) 18.2 (urban) 8.9 (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 55 2003 AMG engine M113 E55 AMG
Engine reliability:
Overall, this engine can last around 220,000 to 370,000 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 | 5439 cm3 |
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Number of cylinders | 8 |
Bore (cylinder diameter) | 97 mm |
Stroke length (piston move) | 92 mm |
Compression ratio | 11 : 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 55 2003 AMG oil type | 5W-40 |
Oil capacity | 8 litres (8.5 quarts) |
Coolant capacity | 12 litres (12.7 quarts) |
Power | 347 - 400 HP ON 5750 RPM |
Torque | 510 - 530 NM ON 4000 RPM |
Start of production (year) | 1997 |
Duration of production | 11 years |
Engine also used on | Mercedes C klase Mercedes E klase Mercedes ML Mercedes SLK and 2 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) |
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) |