Mercedes CLK 1998 200 1998 Cabriolet
Mercedes CLK 1998 2.0 petrol description
Cabrio Mercedes CLK 1998 200 1998 Cabriolet has been produced from June, 1998 to August, 1999. It has four-cylinder petrol engine with displacement of 2.0 litres, which produces power of 136 horsepower on 5500 rpm and torque 190 Nm (Newton metres) on 3700 revolutions per minute.
This 4-cylinder 16-valve engine camshaft is driven by 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 370 000 and 630 000 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 2.0 engine oil type is 5W-40 and oil capacity is 5.5 litres.
Mercedes CLK 1998 200 1998 Cabriolet has classical rear wheel drive (RWD) and automatic gearbox with 5 gears.
Mercedes CLK 1998 200 1998 Cabriolet accelerates to speed 100 kilometres per hour in 12.8 seconds. The maximum speed of this car is 200 km/h.
In combined cycle (city and motorway), the Mercedes CLK 1998 200 1998 Cabriolet fuel consumption is 9.6 litres per 100km (10.4 km/l) - this is one of most fuel efficient Mercedes CLK 1998 - 1999 versions, fuel consumption in city - 13.6 l/100km, highway fuel economy - 7.3 l/100km. Fuel tank capacity is 62 litres or 16.38 gallons, which gives a mileage up to 640 kilometers without refueling in urban cycle and even up to 840 kilometers on highway.
According to user reviews, the real everyday fuel consumption of this Mercedes is in line with the figure specified by the manufacturer. More - Real Mercedes CLK fuel consumption.

Mercedes CLK 1998 200 1998 Cabriolet technical data
Model: | Mercedes CLK 200 1998 Cabriolet | ||
---|---|---|---|
Body style: | Cabrio | ||
Production period: | 1998. June ... 1999. August | ||
Engine: | 1998 cm3 Petrol, 4 cylinders | CO2 emissions: | 232 g/km |
Power: | 136 HP ON 5500 RPM | Torque: | 190 NM ON 3700 RPM |
Gearbox: | Automatic gearbox (5 gears) | Drive type: | Rear wheel drive (RWD) |
Top speed: | 200 km/h | Acceleration 0-100 km/h: | 12.8 seconds |
Fuel consumption (l/100km): | 9.6 (combined) 13.6 (urban) 7.3 (highway) | ||
Real fuel consumption: | 9.4 l/100km (25 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 | ||
Trunk capacity: | 237 litres | ||
Trunk max capacity: | 350 litres (with rear seats folded down) | ||
Gross weight: | 1980 kg |
Mercedes CLK 1998 200 1998 Cabriolet engine M111 E20
Engine reliability:
Overall, this engine can last around 370,000 to 630,000 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 | 1998 cm3 |
---|---|
Number of cylinders | 4 |
Bore (cylinder diameter) | 89.9 mm |
Stroke length (piston move) | 78.7 mm |
Compression ratio | 9.6 : 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 1998 200 1998 Cabriolet oil type | 5W-40 |
Oil capacity | 5.5 litres (5.8 quarts) |
Coolant capacity | 8 litres (8.5 quarts) |
Power | 136 HP ON 5500 RPM |
Torque | 190 NM ON 3700 RPM |
Start of production (year) | 1992 |
Duration of production | 8 years |
Engine also used on | Mercedes E klase Mercedes SLK |
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 [1998 - 1999] modifications
Modification | Engine | Power | Consumption | Gearbox |
---|---|---|---|---|
Mercedes CLK 1998 2.0 CLK 200
Most fuel efficient version |
2.0 Petrol | 136 HP | 9.4 l/100km | Manual (5) |
Mercedes CLK 2.0 200 1998 Cabriolet
Jun 1998 — Aug 1999 Most fuel efficient version by real consumption |
2.0 Petrol | 136 HP | 9.6 l/100km | Automatic (5) |
Mercedes CLK 1998 2.0 CLK 200 Kompressor | 2.0 Petrol | 192 HP | 9.9 l/100km | Manual (5) |
Mercedes CLK 1998 2.0 CLK 200 Kompressor Automatic | 2.0 Petrol | 192 HP | 10.3 l/100km | Automatic (5) |
Mercedes CLK 1998 2.3 CLK 230 Kompressor | 2.3 Petrol | 193 HP | 10.1 l/100km | Manual (5) |
Mercedes CLK 2.3 230 1998 Kompressor Cabriolet Jun 1998 — Aug 1999 | 2.3 Petrol | 193 HP | 10.3 l/100km | Automatic (5) |
Mercedes CLK 3.2 320 1998 Cabriolet
Jun 1998 — Aug 1999 Most dynamic version - 100 km/h in 8.1 seconds |
3.2 Petrol | 224 HP | 10.6 l/100km | Automatic (5) |