MERCEDES-BENZ CLK (1997 - )

CAR MODEL:
MERCEDES-BENZ CLK (1997 - )
TYPE:
2-Door Coupe, 2-Door Cabriolet.
SIZE:
4572 x 1727
RELIABILITY:
Based on C-class running gear, should be no problem at all.
VERDICT:µµµµm
HISTORY:
JUL 1997 CLK Sport and Elegance Coupes launched in UK: 200 (136 bhp), 230 Kompressor (supercharged 193 bhp) and 320 (218 bhp), with 5-speed gearbox (200/230k) or 5-speed automatic (optional on 200 and 230K, standard on 320), sports suspension, power assisted steering, anti-lock brakes, ASR traction control, twin airbags/front side airbags, alloy wheels, electric sunroof, mirrors and front windows, remote central locking, alarm, immobiliser and split rear seat. Elegance models also have 'Comfort' suspension and walnut trim. 320 models have air conditioning (instead of sunroof), cruise control and adjustable steering column. JUN 1998 Cabriolet range launched: 230 Kompressor and 320 V6, with Sport or Elegance equipment. Revisions: CLK 200 and 230K have air conditioning, adjustable steering column and uprated stereo; Automatic models have cruise control.
COMMENTS:
Quality, safety and style in this refined, fast Coupe and Cabriolet: Comfortable package for those who have arrived. Not much rear legroom but excellent luggage space - High prices quite justified.
P e r f o r m a n c e       D e t a i l s
Engine
BHP
MPG
Fuel
Ins
Service
0-60
Top Speed
2.0i 16v/4
134
30
UL
13
9000 Miles
11 Secs
129 m.p.h
2.3is 16v/4
190
28
UL
15-17
9000 Miles
9.1 Secs
140 m.p.h
3.2i 24v/V6
215
28
UL
16-18
9000 Miles
7.4 Secs
150 m.p.h