Mercedes-Benz CLK

Name: Mercedes-Benz CLK
Brand: Mercedes-Benz
SKU: Mercedes-Benz CLK

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2003-2009

2003 Model Redesign Year

The CLK was available as both a coupe and convertible. It delivered responsive handling and decent steering feedback. While the CLK was fast and comfortable, it was never as rewarding to drive as a BMW 3 Series coupe. The 3.5-liter V6 engine is strong, but the muscular 5.5-liter V8, with its seven-speed automatic, provided abundant performance. Opting for the powerful CLK63 AMG brought a brawny 475-hp V8. The rear seats two in relative comfort for a coupe.

In the front, a motorized arm moves the safety belt forward when the door is closed. The CLK was discontinued after 2009.

2009 Mercedes-Benz CLK

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$6,175 - $7,375

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2008 Mercedes-Benz CLK

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$5,550 - $9,925

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2007 Mercedes-Benz CLK

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$5,075 - $9,000

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2006 Mercedes-Benz CLK

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$4,775 - $8,225

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2005 Mercedes-Benz CLK

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$4,575 - $7,725

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2004 Mercedes-Benz CLK

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$4,400 - $7,300

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2003 Mercedes-Benz CLK

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$4,125 - $6,025

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1998-2002

New for 1998, the Mercedes CLK was styled like the larger E-Class, but used C-Class underpinnings. The smooth-revving 3.2-liter V6 was good for 215 horsepower. An optional 4.3-liter V8 was added in mid '98. Both engines are matched to a five-speed automatic. Informal testing indicates that the CLK handles well and is fast, frugal, and comfortable, though not as rewarding to drive as a BMW 3 Series coupe. The two rear seats are reasonably hospitable.

A convertible model, new for 1999, features pop-up safety bars that deploy when a rollover is detected. The high-performance CLK55 AMG debuted in 2001.