2005 Mercedes-Benz CLK-Class CLK500 Coupe
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- Photo: 2002-2005 Mercedes-Benz CLK 240 (C 209) Avantgarde coupe (2011-07-17) by OSX, Public domain, via Wikimedia Commons
- Photo: 2002-2005 Mercedes-Benz CLK 350 (C 209) Elegance coupe (2014-08-01) by EurovisionNim, CC BY-SA 4.0, via Wikimedia Commons
- Photo: 2005 Mercedes-Benz CLK 500 (C209) USDM by Rutger van der Maar, CC BY 2.0, via Wikimedia Commons
- Photo: Mercedes CLK 500 C209 rear by JanS, CC BY-SA 2.5, via Wikimedia Commons
- Photo: Interior mercedes clk by Jesuscs, CC BY-SA 4.0, via Wikimedia Commons
The 2005 Mercedes-Benz CLK-Class CLK500 Coupe is a 302-hp 5.0-liter V8 coupe with a 7-speed automatic, driver-adaptive, touch shift, optimum gear programming, comfort mode, fingertip shift control and rear-wheel drive. It starts at $55,320 MSRP and is rated at 18 mpg combined.
It makes 302 horsepower at 5,600 rpm and 339 lb-ft of torque at 2700-4250 rpm. EPA fuel-economy estimates are 15 mpg city and 23 mpg highway (18 mpg combined).
The CLK-Class measures 182.6 inches long on a 106.9-inch wheelbase and has a curb weight of 3,585 lb.
| Spec | Value |
|---|---|
| Vehicle | |
| Body Type | Coupe |
| Powertrain | Gas |
| Price | |
| MSRP | $55,320 ($92,058 *) |
| Engine | |
| Engine Type | Naturally Aspirated V8 |
| Displacement | 5 L |
| Horsepower | 302 hp @ 5,600 rpm |
| Torque | 339 lb-ft @ 2700-4250 rpm |
| Drivetrain | |
| Drive Type | Rear-Wheel Drive |
| Transmission | |
| Transmission | 7-speed automatic, driver-adaptive, Touch Shift, optimum gear programming, comfort mode, fingertip shift control |
| Fuel Economy | |
| City | 15 MPG |
| Highway | 23 MPG |
| Combined | 18 MPG |
| Recommended Fuel | Premium unleaded |
| Tank Capacity | 16.4 gal |
| Suspension | |
| Front Suspension | 3-link, coil springs |
| Rear Suspension | 5-arm multi-link, coil springs |
| Turning Diameter | 35.3 ft |
| Brakes | |
| Front Brake Disc | 13.6 in |
| Rear Brake Disc | 11.8 in |
| Tires & Wheels | |
| Wheels Front | 17 x 7.5 in |
| Wheels Rear | 17 x 8.5 in |
| Tires Front | 225/45ZR17 |
| Tires Rear | 245/40ZR17 |
| Dimensions & Weight | |
| Length | 182.6 in |
| Width | 68.5 in |
| Height | 55.4 in |
| Wheelbase | 106.9 in |
| Front Track | 58.9 in |
| Rear Track | 58 in |
| Cargo Volume | 10.4 ft³ |
| Curb Weight | 3,585 lbs |
Similar cars
Rivals to the 2005 Mercedes-Benz CLK-Class CLK500 Coupe with similar size, power and price from around the same years.
Safety & Recalls
NCAP safety ratings
Tested, but no star ratings were published (2005 Mercedes-Benz CLK-Class 2-DR w/SAB).
Recalls
No recalls on file with NHTSA for the 2005 Mercedes-Benz CLK-CLASS.
33 owner complaints to NHTSA for the 2005 Mercedes-Benz CLK-CLASS
Owner Complaints
33 owner complaints filed with NHTSA for the 2005 Mercedes-Benz CLK-CLASS (1 a fire, 2 an injury). See all on nhtsa.gov
| Electrical System | 7 |
| Tires | 7 |
| Air Bags | 4 |
| Exterior Lighting | 3 |
| Fuel/Propulsion System | 3 |
| Seat Belts | 3 |
Complaints are unverified reports submitted to NHTSA by owners. They cover the whole model year, not a specific trim, and a count alone doesn't show how common a problem is.
Source: US National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (nhtsa.gov), matched as 2005 MERCEDES-BENZ CLK-CLASS. US-market vehicles only; data cached for up to 7 days.