Mercedes CLK 1998 320 1998 Cabriolet
Mercedes CLK 1998 3.2 petrol description
Cabrio Mercedes CLK 1998 320 1998 Cabriolet has been produced from June, 1998 to August, 1999. It has six-cylinder petrol engine with displacement of 3.2 litres, which produces power of 224 horsepower on 5600 rpm - this is the most powerfull Mercedes CLK 1998 - 1999 version and torque 315 Nm (Newton metres) on 3000 revolutions per minute.
This 6-cylinder 18-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 3 and Euro 4 emission standards available. Engine lifespan (mileage before major repairs or overhaul) can last from 310 up to 520 thousand kilometres. Note that engine life can be longer or shorter depending on maintenance.
More engine specs
This Mercedes CLK 3.2 engine oil type is 5W-30 and oil capacity is 7.5 litres.
Mercedes CLK 1998 320 1998 Cabriolet has classical rear wheel drive (RWD) and automatic gearbox with 5 gears.
Mercedes CLK 1998 320 1998 Cabriolet accelerates to speed 100 kilometres per hour in 8.1 seconds. The maximum speed of this car is 236 km/h.
Mercedes CLK 1998 320 1998 Cabriolet fuel consumption is 10.6 litres per 100km in combined city/highway mode (9.4 km/l) - this is one of most fuel efficient Mercedes CLK 1998 - 1999 versions, fuel consumption in city - 15.7 l/100km, highway fuel economy - 7.6 l/100km. Fuel tank capacity is 62 litres or 16.38 gallons, which gives a mileage up to 580 kilometers without refueling in urban cycle and even up to 800 kilometers on highway.
Mercedes CLK 1998 320 1998 Cabriolet technical data
| Model: | Mercedes CLK 320 1998 Cabriolet | ||
|---|---|---|---|
| Body style: | Cabrio | ||
| Production period: | 1998. June ... 1999. August | ||
| Engine: | 3199 cm3 Petrol, 6 cylinders | CO2 emissions: | 248 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) |
| Top speed: | 236 km/h | Acceleration 0-100 km/h: | 8.1 seconds |
| Fuel consumption (l/100km): | 10.6 (combined) 15.7 (urban) 7.6 (highway) | ||
| 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: | 2070 kg | ||
Mercedes CLK 1998 320 1998 Cabriolet engine M112 E32
Engine reliability:
Overall, this engine can last around 310,000 to 520,000 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 | 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 1998 320 1998 Cabriolet oil type | 5W-30 |
| Oil capacity | 7.5 litres (7.9 quarts) |
| Coolant capacity | 9 litres (9.5 quarts) |
| Power | 190 - 224 HP ON 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 270 - 315 NM ON 3000 RPM |
| Start of production (year) | 1997 |
| Duration of production | 10 years |
| Engine also used on | Mercedes C klase Mercedes E klase Mercedes ML Chrysler Crossfire and 5 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 [1998 - 1999] modifications
| Modification | Engine | Power | Consumption | Gearbox |
|---|---|---|---|---|
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Mercedes CLK 1998 2.0 CLK 200
Most fuel efficient version |
2.0 Petrol | 136 HP | 9.4 l/100km | Manual (5) |
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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) |
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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) |