Mercedes CLK 1999 430 1999 Cabriolet
Mercedes CLK 1999 4.3 petrol description
Cabrio Mercedes CLK 1999 430 1999 Cabriolet has been produced from August, 1999 to April, 2003. It has eight-cylinder petrol engine with displacement of 4.3 litres, which produces power of 279 horsepower on 5750 rpm and torque 400 Nm (Newton metres) on 3000 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, this is an atmospheric engine (without turbine). Engine versions compliant with Euro 2 and Euro 3 emission standards available. Engine lifespan (mileage before major repairs or overhaul) can last from 270 up to 450 thousand kilometres. Note that engine life can be longer or shorter depending on maintenance.
More engine specs
This Mercedes CLK 4.3 engine oil type is 5W-40 and oil capacity is 8 litres.
Mercedes CLK 1999 430 1999 Cabriolet has classical rear wheel drive (RWD) and automatic gearbox with 5 gears.
Mercedes CLK 1999 430 1999 Cabriolet accelerates to speed 100 kilometres per hour in 7.4 seconds. The maximum speed of this car is 250 km/h.
Mercedes CLK 1999 430 1999 Cabriolet fuel consumption is 12.2 litres per 100km in combined city/highway mode (8.2 km/l), city fuel economy - 17.7 l/100km, fuel consumption on highway - 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, 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 430 1999 Cabriolet technical data
Model: | Mercedes CLK 430 1999 Cabriolet | ||
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Body style: | Cabrio | ||
Production period: | 1999. August ... 2003. April | ||
Engine: | 4266 cm3 Petrol, 8 cylinders | CO2 emissions: | 292 g/km |
Power: | 279 HP ON 5750 RPM | Torque: | 400 NM ON 3000 RPM |
Gearbox: | Automatic gearbox (5 gears) | Drive type: | Rear wheel drive (RWD) |
Top speed: | 250 km/h | Acceleration 0-100 km/h: | 7.4 seconds |
Fuel consumption (l/100km): | 12.2 (combined) 17.7 (urban) 9.0 (highway) | ||
Real fuel consumption: | 12.3 l/100km (19.1 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 |
Mercedes CLK 1999 430 1999 Cabriolet engine M113 E43
Engine reliability:
Overall, this engine can last around 270,000 to 450,000 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 | 4266 cm3 |
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Number of cylinders | 8 |
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 1999 430 1999 Cabriolet oil type | 5W-40 |
Oil capacity | 8 litres (8.5 quarts) |
Power | 272 - 306 HP ON 5750 RPM |
Torque | 390 - 410 NM ON 3000 RPM |
Start of production (year) | 1997 |
Duration of production | 11 years |
Often in the first years of production, engines tend to have various constructive problems, so it is recommended to choose a car with this engine from 2000 onwards. |
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Engine also used on | Mercedes E klase Mercedes ML Mercedes S klase |
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) |