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Mercedes-Benz CLK 500 Cabriolet

General information

ModelMercedes-Benz CLK 500 Cabriolet
Year2008
CategoryCabriolets/sport cars
Rating61.3 out of 100. Show full rating and compare with other cars

Main features, safety and ecconomy

Engine size4966 ccm (303.03 cubic inches)
Fuel typeGasoline
Fuel mixed driving11.6 litres/100 km (20.28 miles per gallon)
Seats4
DriveRear wheels
TransmissionAutomatic, 5-speed
Airbags6. 0

Engine and transmission

Engine locationFront, longitudinal
Displacement4966 ccm (303.03 cubic inches)
Engine typeV8
Max torque460.00 Nm (46.9 kgf-m or 339.3 ft.lbs) at 2700 Rev. per min.
Compression10.0:1
Bore x stroke97.0 x 84.0 mm (3.8 x 3.3 inches)
Fuel systemIndirect injection, multi point
Valves per cylinder3
Fuel controlSingle overhead cam (SOHC)
Lubrication systemWet sump
GearboxAutomatic, 5-speed

Speed and acceleration

Top speed250.0 km/h (155.3 mph)
0-100 km/h (0-62 mph)6.2 seconds

Exterior and interior

Chassis typeCabriolet
Max no. of doors2
Passenger space3087 litres (816 gallons)
Cargo space276 litres (73 gallons)
Optional cargo space390 litres (103 gallons)
Aerodynamic dragcoefisient1.0
Climate controlClimate control

Steering, brakes and tires

SteeringPower assisted steering
Turn circle12 m (464.6 inches)
Front brakesDisks
Rear brakesDisks
Brake detailsAntilocking brake system, Electronic brake distribution, Automatic stabilisation control

Dimensions and weight

Weight1788 kg (3,941.9 pounds)
Max weight with load2226 kg (4,907.5 pounds)
Towing weight1506 kg (3,320.2 pounds)
Overall length4640 mm (182.7 inches)
Overall width1750 mm (68.9 inches)
Overall height1420 mm (55.9 inches)
Wheelbase2720 mm (107.1 inches)
Fuel capacity62.0 litres (16.38 gallons)

Other specifications

CO2 emissions237.0 g/km
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