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MERCEDES BENZ CLK Cabrio (A208) 1998-1999 Photos, engines & full specs

Body style: Convertible (spider/spyder, cabrio/cabriolet, drop/open/soft top)
Segment: Roadster & Convertible
Production years: 1998, 1999

MERCEDES BENZ CLK Cabrio (A208) 1998-1999 28 Photos
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Mercedes-Benz delayed three years introducing a replacement for the C124/A124 models, but when it finally unveiled the C208/A208 range, the customers were satisfied.

The German premium carmaker had a long, uninterrupted history in producing mid-size open-top vehicles. When it introduced the 1995 E-Class, the customers hoped that the coupe and the convertible would follow in 1996. Yet, they had to wait until 1998, when the three-pointed-star brand unveiled the CLK. It built it on the same platform as the first-generation C-Class (W202), but with E-Class styling.

Mercedes hired Michael Fink to design the new range. He installed an E-Class-inspired front fascia with similar dual-headlamp headlights and a tilted, four-slats chromed grille between them. The bumper sported a smiling-shaped lower grille and a pair of fog lights. From its sides, the raked and thick A-pillars served as a safety-arch as well. Thus, the carmaker didn't have to install an additional protecting arch behind the front seats. The power-operated top was covered in the back by an integrated tonneau, which completely hid the soft-top when retracted.

Since it was based on the W202 platform, which featured a shorter wheelbase than the E-Class sedan, the A208 couldn't offer the same interior room. Moreover, to accommodate the folding roof behind the cabin, the rear bench had to be moved forward. That led to limited rear legroom.

The engine lineup ranged between a 136 hp inline-four and a 275 hp V-8. Apart from these, Mercedes-Benz offered an AMG version with a 5.5-liter V-8 unit.

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MERCEDES BENZ CLK Cabrio (A208) 1998, 1999
  5 gasoline engines
  • 200 5AT RWD (136 HP)
  • 200 5MT RWD (136 HP)
  • 230 Kompressor 5AT RWD (192 HP)
  • 230 Kompressor 5MT RWD (192 HP)
  • 320 V6 5AT RWD (218 HP)

MERCEDES BENZ CLK Cabrio (A208)
200 5AT RWD (136 HP)

ENGINE SPECS - 200 5AT RWD (136 HP)
Cylinders:L4
Displacement:1998 cm3
Power:100 KW @ 5500 RPM
136 HP @ 5500 RPM
134 BHP @ 5500 RPM
Torque:140 lb-ft @ 3700 RPM
190 Nm @ 3700 RPM
Fuel System:Multipoint Injection
Fuel:Gasoline
Fuel capacity:16.4 gallons (62.1 L)
PERFORMANCE SPECS
Top Speed:124 mph (200 km/h)
Acceleration 0-62 Mph (0-100 kph):12.8 s
TRANSMISSION SPECS
Drive Type:Rear Wheel Drive
Gearbox:5-speed automatic
BRAKES SPECS
Front:Ventilated Discs
Rear:Discs
TIRES SPECS
Tire Size:205/55 R16
DIMENSIONS
Length:179.9 in (4569 mm)
Width:67.7 in (1720 mm)
Height:54.3 in (1379 mm)
Front/rear Track:59.1/57.9 in (1,501/1,471 mm)
Wheelbase:105.9 in (2690 mm)
Ground Clearance:5.9 in (150 mm)
Cargo Volume:8.4 cuFT (238 L)
Aerodynamics (Cd):0.32
WEIGHT SPECS
Unladen Weight:3307 lbs (1500 kg)
Gross Weight Limit:4365 lbs (1980 kg)
FUEL ECONOMY (NEDC)
City:15.7 mpg US (15 L/100Km)
Highway:27.4 mpg US (8.6 L/100Km)
Combined:22.4 mpg US (10.5 L/100Km)
CO2 Emissions:232 g/km

MERCEDES BENZ CLK Cabrio (A208)
200 5MT RWD (136 HP)

ENGINE SPECS - 200 5MT RWD (136 HP)
Cylinders:L4
Displacement:1998 cm3
Power:100 KW @ 5500 RPM
136 HP @ 5500 RPM
134 BHP @ 5500 RPM
Torque:140 lb-ft @ 3700 RPM
190 Nm @ 3700 RPM
Fuel System:Multipoint Injection
Fuel:Gasoline
Fuel capacity:16.4 gallons (62.1 L)
PERFORMANCE SPECS
Top Speed:127 mph (204 km/h)
Acceleration 0-62 Mph (0-100 kph):12.2 s
TRANSMISSION SPECS
Drive Type:Rear Wheel Drive
Gearbox:5-speed manual
BRAKES SPECS
Front:Ventilated Discs
Rear:Discs
TIRES SPECS
Tire Size:205/55 HR16
DIMENSIONS
Length:179.9 in (4569 mm)
Width:67.7 in (1720 mm)
Height:54.3 in (1379 mm)
Front/rear Track:59.1/57.9 in (1,501/1,471 mm)
Wheelbase:105.9 in (2690 mm)
Ground Clearance:5.9 in (150 mm)
Cargo Volume:8.4 cuFT (238 L)
Aerodynamics (Cd):0.32
WEIGHT SPECS
Unladen Weight:3251 lbs (1475 kg)
Gross Weight Limit:4365 lbs (1980 kg)
FUEL ECONOMY (NEDC)
City:18 mpg US (13.1 L/100Km)
Highway:32.2 mpg US (7.3 L/100Km)
Combined:25 mpg US (9.4 L/100Km)
CO2 Emissions:230 g/km

MERCEDES BENZ CLK Cabrio (A208)
230 Kompressor 5AT RWD (192 HP)

ENGINE SPECS - 230 Kompressor 5AT RWD (192 HP)
Cylinders:L4
Displacement:2295 cm3
Power:141.2 KW @ 5300 RPM
192 HP @ 5300 RPM
189 BHP @ 5300 RPM
Torque:199 lb-ft @ 2500 RPM
270 Nm @ 2500 RPM
Fuel System:Supercharged Multipoint Injection
Fuel:Gasoline
Fuel capacity:16.4 gallons (62.1 L)
PERFORMANCE SPECS
Top Speed:140 mph (225 km/h)
Acceleration 0-62 Mph (0-100 kph):9.2 s
TRANSMISSION SPECS
Drive Type:Rear Wheel Drive
Gearbox:5-speed automatic
BRAKES SPECS
Front:Ventilated Discs
Rear:Discs
TIRES SPECS
Tire Size:205/55 VR16
DIMENSIONS
Length:179.9 in (4569 mm)
Width:67.7 in (1720 mm)
Height:54.3 in (1379 mm)
Front/rear Track:59.1/57.9 in (1,501/1,471 mm)
Wheelbase:105.9 in (2690 mm)
Ground Clearance:5.9 in (150 mm)
Cargo Volume:8.4 cuFT (238 L)
Aerodynamics (Cd):0.32
WEIGHT SPECS
Unladen Weight:3351 lbs (1520 kg)
Gross Weight Limit:4409 lbs (2000 kg)
FUEL ECONOMY (NEDC)
City:14.7 mpg US (16 L/100Km)
Highway:27.7 mpg US (8.5 L/100Km)
Combined:22.2 mpg US (10.6 L/100Km)
CO2 Emissions:239 g/km

MERCEDES BENZ CLK Cabrio (A208)
230 Kompressor 5MT RWD (192 HP)

ENGINE SPECS - 230 Kompressor 5MT RWD (192 HP)
Cylinders:L4
Displacement:2295 cm3
Power:141.2 KW @ 5300 RPM
192 HP @ 5300 RPM
189 BHP @ 5300 RPM
Torque:199 lb-ft @ 2500 RPM
270 Nm @ 2500 RPM
Fuel System:Supercharged Multipoint Injection
Fuel:Gasoline
Fuel capacity:16.4 gallons (62.1 L)
PERFORMANCE SPECS
Top Speed:143 mph (230 km/h)
Acceleration 0-62 Mph (0-100 kph):9.1 s
TRANSMISSION SPECS
Drive Type:Rear Wheel Drive
Gearbox:5-speed manual
BRAKES SPECS
Front:Ventilated Discs
Rear:Discs
TIRES SPECS
Tire Size:205/55 VR16
DIMENSIONS
Length:179.9 in (4569 mm)
Width:67.7 in (1720 mm)
Height:54.3 in (1379 mm)
Front/rear Track:59.1/57.9 in (1,501/1,471 mm)
Wheelbase:105.9 in (2690 mm)
Ground Clearance:5.9 in (150 mm)
Cargo Volume:8.4 cuFT (238 L)
Aerodynamics (Cd):0.32
WEIGHT SPECS
Unladen Weight:3196 lbs (1450 kg)
Gross Weight Limit:4475 lbs (2030 kg)
FUEL ECONOMY (NEDC)
City:15.8 mpg US (14.9 L/100Km)
Highway:32.2 mpg US (7.3 L/100Km)
Combined:23.3 mpg US (10.1 L/100Km)
CO2 Emissions:239 g/km

MERCEDES BENZ CLK Cabrio (A208)
320 V6 5AT RWD (218 HP)

ENGINE SPECS - 320 V6 5AT RWD (218 HP)
Cylinders:V6
Displacement:3199 cm3
Power:160.3 KW @ 5600 RPM
218 HP @ 5600 RPM
215 BHP @ 5600 RPM
Torque:227 lb-ft @ 3000 RPM
308 Nm @ 3000 RPM
Fuel System:Multipoint Injection
Fuel:Gasoline
Fuel capacity:16.4 gallons (62.1 L)
PERFORMANCE SPECS
Top Speed:147 mph (237 km/h)
Acceleration 0-62 Mph (0-100 kph):8.3 s
TRANSMISSION SPECS
Drive Type:Rear Wheel Drive
Gearbox:5-speed automatic
BRAKES SPECS
Front:Ventilated Discs
Rear:Discs
TIRES SPECS
Tire Size:205/55 VR16
DIMENSIONS
Length:179.9 in (4569 mm)
Width:67.7 in (1720 mm)
Height:54.3 in (1379 mm)
Front/rear Track:59.1/57.9 in (1,501/1,471 mm)
Wheelbase:105.9 in (2690 mm)
Ground Clearance:5.9 in (150 mm)
Cargo Volume:8.4 cuFT (238 L)
Aerodynamics (Cd):0.32
WEIGHT SPECS
Unladen Weight:3571 lbs (1620 kg)
Gross Weight Limit:4564 lbs (2070 kg)
FUEL ECONOMY (NEDC)
City:15 mpg US (15.7 L/100Km)
Highway:31 mpg US (7.6 L/100Km)
Combined:22.2 mpg US (10.6 L/100Km)
CO2 Emissions:248 g/km
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