Mercedes-Benz CLK

Name: 2007 Mercedes-Benz CLK
Brand: Mercedes-Benz

EPA MPG: NA

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RECALL ALERT: There are 5 recalls on this vehicle. Learn More.

There are 5 recalls on this vehicle. Learn More.

CR's Take

The CLK coupe and convertible are based on the C-Class sedan. The steering is quick and communicative, and the ride is supple and comfortable. The 3.5-liter V6 engine is strong, but the muscular 5.5-liter V8, with its seven-speed automatic, provides abundant performance. Opting for the powerful CLK63 AMG brings a brawny 475-hp V8. The rear seats two in relative comfort for a coupe. In the front, a belt "presenter" moves the safety belt toward you.

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Crash Tests

IIHS Front Moderate Overlap

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IIHS Side Crash

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IIHS Front Moderate Overlap

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Features & Specs

convertible

coupe

2 front, 2 rear

Rear

3.5-liter V6 (268 hp)
5.5-liter V8 (382 hp)
6.3-liter V8 (475 hp)

7-speed automatic

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Model History

2003-2009

2003 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.

1998-2002

1998 Redesign Year

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.