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Mercedes-Benz CLK 430

General information

ModelMercedes-Benz CLK 430
Year1999
CategoryLarge/luxury cars
Rating57.3 out of 100. Show full rating and compare with other cars

Main features, safety and ecconomy

Engine size4266 ccm (260.31 cubic inches)
DriveFront wheels
TransmissionAutomatic, 5-speed

Engine and transmission

Engine locationFront, longitudinal
Displacement4266 ccm (260.31 cubic inches)
Engine typeV8
Max power279.00 PS (205 kW or 275 HP) at 5750 Rev. per min.
Max torque400.02 Nm (40.8 kgf-m or 295.1 ft.lbs) at 3000 Rev. per min.
Compression10.0:1
Bore x stroke89.9 x 83.8 mm (3.5 x 3.3 inches)
Fuel systemInjection
Valves per cylinder3
Fuel controlOverhead cam (OHC)
Cooling systemLiquid
GearboxAutomatic, 5-speed

Speed and acceleration

Top speed250.0 km/h (155.3 mph)
0-100 km/h (0-62 mph)6.6 seconds
0-60 miles6.8 seconds
Power/weight ratio0.1794 PS/kg

Exterior and interior

Chassis typeCoupe
Max no. of doors2
Passenger space4540 litres (1,199 gallons)

Steering, brakes and tires

Turn circle11 m (421.3 inches)
Front brakesVentilated disks, 345 mm
Rear brakesVentilated disks, 315 mm
Brake detailsAntiblocking system (ABS)

Dimensions and weight

Weight1555 kg (3,428.2 pounds)
Overall length4570 mm (179.9 inches)
Overall width1730 mm (68.1 inches)
Overall height1390 mm (54.7 inches)
Wheelbase2720 mm (107.1 inches)
Fuel capacity62.0 litres (16.38 gallons)

Other specifications

Country of originGermany
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