1997-2003 CLK-Class OverviewMercedes CLK-Class Overview (1997 - 2003)
A208 / C208 / W208
Tech Specs Summary
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- 127 - 199 mph
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- 3.5 - 12.2 seconds
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- 134 - 655 hp
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- 10.5 - 25.1 mpg
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- 3,031 - 3,869 lbs
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- 5.4 - 14.8 ft3 (Coupé)
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- 8.3 ft3 (Convertible)
This generation of the Mercedes CLK-Class (A208 / C208 / W208) was produced by the German manufacturer Mercedes between 1997 - 2003. It's a front engined rear-wheel drive car and came as either a coupé or convertible. There are many power levels available, ranging from a 134 hp 2 L Inline 4 gasoline engine all the way to a 655 hp 6.9 L V12 gasoline engine. It has double wishbone front suspension and multi-link rear suspension. However, some models have double wishbone suspension front and rear.
Performance Pick
If you're interested in performance, the best performance version of the CLK-Class is the Mercedes CLK-GTR 7.3 SuperSport which scores 4.5★ on the encyCARpedia Rating system for performance. With total power at 655 hp and a power/weight ratio of 4.85 lb/hp it has a top speed of 199 mph and gets to 62 mph in 3.5 seconds.
Practicality Pick
If you're more interested in practicality, then the Mercedes CLK 200 is the best practical all-rounder with a score of 2.7★ on the encyCARpedia Rating system for practicality. It has a range of 410 miles and can store 14.8 cubic feet of cargo. It also has a towing capacity of 3,307 lbs.