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

Mercedes CLK 1999 320 1999 Cabriolet technical data

Model: Mercedes CLK 320 1999 Cabriolet
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
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
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)
Mercedes CLK 1999 reviews
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