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Summary
The Mercedes CLK-Class is a line of coupes and convertibles beautiful to behold and a joy to drive. They are comfortable and luxurious. No one truly needs more power than the smooth, highly efficient 3.2-liter V6 that comes in the CLK320 models, however. And for most of us the powerful 4.3-liter V8 found in the CLK430 is more than plenty. If there is a flaw in the CLK-Class, it is that it does everything so well, it may seem to lack character. Fat chance, with the CLK55 AMG. It does the high-performance thing so well, and with such style. Trust us, this car has character. Sam Moses contributed to this report.
(Source: New Cars Test Drive)
Model Line Overview
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Model Lineup:
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CLK320 ($42,550); CLK430 ($50,250); CLK320 Cabriolet ($49,600); CLK430 Cabriolet ($57,300); CLK55 AMG ($68,450); CLK55 AMG Cabriolet ($79,000) |
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Engines:
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3.2-liter sohc 18-valve V6 |
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Transmissions:
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5-speed automatic with Touch Shift |
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Saftey Equipment (standard):
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System, ASR traction control, Electronic Stability Program, BabySmart standard |
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Saftey Equipment (optional):
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Basic Warranty:
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4 years/50,000 miles |
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Assembled In:
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Bremen, Germany (5.5-liter engine assembled in Affalterbach, Germany) |
Specifications As Tested
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Model Tested (MSRP):
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CLK320 Cabriolet ($49,600) |
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Standard Equipment:
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leather-trimmed upholstery, 10-way power front seats w/3-position memory, dual zone automatic climate control, AM/FM/cassette stereo with trunk-mounted 6-disc CD changer, power windows, power locks, power seats, heated power mirrors, keyless remote entry, leather seating, split-folding rear seatbacks, cruise control, alarm system, aluminum alloy wheels |
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Options As Tested (MSRP):
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Brilliant Silver paint ($640); K4 Value Added Package ($1,685) includes rain sensor, headlamp washing system, xenon headlamps, heated front seats |
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Destination Charge:
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645 |
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Gas Guzzler Tax:
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Price As Tested (MSRP):
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52570 |
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Layout:
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rear-wheel drive |
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Horsepower (hp @ rpm):
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215 @ 5700 |
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Torque (lb.-ft. @ rpm):
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229 @ 3000-4600 |
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Transmission:
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5-speed automatic with Touch Shift |
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EPA fuel economy, city/hwy:
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19/26 |
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Wheelbase:
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105.9 |
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Length/width/height:
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180.2/67.8/54.3 |
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Track, f/r:
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59.3/58.0 |
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Turning circle:
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35.1 |
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Seating capacity:
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4 |
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Head/hip/leg room, f:
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37.5/53.7/41.9 |
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Head/hip/leg room, m:
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Head/hip/leg room, r:
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36.5/44.2/27.4 |
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Cargo volume:
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Payload:
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Towing capacity:
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Suspension, f:
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Independent |
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Suspension, r:
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Independent |
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Ground clearance:
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Curb weight:
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3650 |
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Tires:
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P205/55HR16 |
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Brakes, f/r:
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disc/disc with ABS and Brake Assist |
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Fuel capacity:
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16.4 |
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