Mercedes CLK 1999 320 1999 Cabriolet
Mercedes CLK 1999 3.2 petrol description
Cabrio Mercedes CLK 1999 320 1999 Cabriolet has been produced from August, 1999 to April, 2003. It has six-cylinder petrol engine with displacement of 3.2 litres, which produces power of 224 horsepower on 5600 rpm and torque 315 Nm (Newton metres) on 3000 revolutions per minute.
This 6-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 1 and Euro 2 emission standards available. Average engine life expectancy (mileage before serious repairs are needed) is from 450 000 to 750 000 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 3.2 engine oil type is 5W-40 and oil capacity is 7 litres.
Mercedes CLK 1999 320 1999 Cabriolet has classical rear wheel drive (RWD) and automatic gearbox with 5 gears.
Mercedes CLK 1999 320 1999 Cabriolet accelerates to speed 100 kilometres per hour in 8.3 seconds. The maximum speed of this car is 236 km/h.
The fuel consumption of this Mercedes CLK 1999 320 1999 Cabriolet in combined mode (combining urban and highway driving) is 10.9 litres per 100km (9.2 km/l), fuel consumption in city - 15.7 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 560 kilometers without refueling in urban cycle and even up to 740 kilometers on highway.
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 1999 320 1999 Cabriolet technical data
Model: | Mercedes CLK 320 1999 Cabriolet | ||
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Body style: | Cabrio | ||
Production period: | 1999. August ... 2003. April | ||
Engine: | 3199 cm3 Petrol, 6 cylinders | CO2 emissions: | 262 g/km |
Power: | 224 HP ON 5600 RPM | Torque: | 315 NM ON 3000 RPM |
Gearbox: | Automatic gearbox (5 gears) | Drive type: | Rear wheel drive (RWD) |
Maximum speed: | 236 km/h | Acceleration 0-100 km/h: | 8.3 seconds |
Fuel consumption (l/100km): | 10.9 (combined) 15.7 (urban) 8.2 (highway) | ||
Real fuel consumption: | 11.2 l/100km (21 MPG) by user reviews from various sources | ||
Fuel tank capacity: | 62 litres (16.4 gallons) | ||
Car dimensions: | 4.57m (length) 1.72m (width) 1.38m (height) | ||
Turning diameter: | 10.7 meters | ||
Seats: | 4 seats | ||
Gross weight: | 2070 kg |
Mercedes CLK 1999 320 1999 Cabriolet engine M104 E32
Engine reliability:
Overall, this engine can last around 450,000 to 750,000 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 |
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Number of cylinders | 6 |
Bore (cylinder diameter) | 89.9 mm |
Stroke length (piston move) | 84 mm |
Compression ratio | 9.2 : 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 1999 320 1999 Cabriolet oil type | 5W-40 |
Oil capacity | 7 litres (7.4 quarts) |
Coolant capacity | 9 litres (9.5 quarts) |
Power | 220 - 230 HP ON 5600 RPM |
Torque | 310 - 315 NM ON 3000 RPM |
Start of production (year) | 1989 |
Duration of production | 9 years |
Engine also used on | Mercedes E klase Mercedes S klase Mercedes SL |
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 [1999 - 2003] modifications
Modification | Engine | Power | Consumption | Gearbox |
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Mercedes CLK 2.0 200 1999 Cabriolet
Aug 1999 — Jun 2000 Most fuel efficient version |
2.0 Petrol | 136 HP | 9.4 l/100km | Manual (5) |
Mercedes CLK 2.0 200 1999 Cabriolet Automatic Aug 1999 — Jun 2000 | 2.0 Petrol | 136 HP | 9.6 l/100km | Automatic (5) |
Mercedes CLK 2.0 200 2000 Kompressor Cabriolet Jun 2000 — Apr 2003 | 2.0 Petrol | 163 HP | 9.5 l/100km | Manual (6) |
Mercedes CLK 2.0 200 2000 Kompressor Cabriolet Automatic
Jun 2000 — Apr 2003 Most fuel efficient version |
2.0 Petrol | 163 HP | 9.4 l/100km | Automatic (5) |
Mercedes CLK 2.3 230 1999 Kompressor Cabriolet Aug 1999 — Jun 2000 | 2.3 Petrol | 193 HP | 10.1 l/100km | Manual (5) |
Mercedes CLK 2.3 230 1999 Kompressor Cabriolet Automatic Aug 1999 — Jun 2000 | 2.3 Petrol | 193 HP | 10.3 l/100km | Automatic (5) |
Mercedes CLK 2.3 230 2000 Kompressor Cabriolet Jun 2000 — Apr 2003 | 2.3 Petrol | 197 HP | 9.6 l/100km | Manual (6) |
Mercedes CLK 2.3 230 2000 Kompressor Cabriolet Automatic Jun 2000 — Apr 2003 | 2.3 Petrol | 197 HP | 9.6 l/100km | Automatic (5) |
Mercedes CLK 3.2 320 1999 Cabriolet Aug 1999 — Apr 2003 | 3.2 Petrol | 224 HP | 10.9 l/100km | Automatic (5) |
Mercedes CLK 4.3 430 1999 Cabriolet Aug 1999 — Apr 2003 | 4.3 Petrol | 279 HP | 12.2 l/100km | Automatic (5) |
Mercedes CLK 1999 5.4 AMG CLK 55 V8
Jan 1999 — Dec 2002 Most dynamic version - 100 km/h in 6.2 seconds |
5.4 Petrol | 347 HP | 11.7 l/100km | Automatic (5) |