The Mercedes-Benz CLK comes in coupe and convertible body styles. Two models are available, distinguished by engine size: CLK350 and CLK550. All come with a seven-speed automatic transmission that can be shifted manually with buttons on the steering wheel.The CLK350 Coupe ($44,100) and Cabriolet ($56,100) are powered by a 3.5-liter V6, which develops 268 horsepower and 258 pound-feet of torque.
Standard features include leather upholstery, dual-zone climate control with pollen and dust filter, 10-way adjustable power seats with three memory settings, rain-sensing windshield wipers, and Sirius satellite radio. Black-stained ash wood trim is standard, and more traditional burl walnut is available as a no-charge option. The Cabriolet features a fully automatic, heavily insulated convertible top.
The CLK550 Coupe ($56,800) and Cabriolet ($64,800) get the 5.5-liter engine that generates 382 horsepower and 391 pound-feet of torque.
Options are grouped in packages: Premium 1 and 2. Exact content and price vary with the model. On the CLK350 Coupe, Premium 1 ($3,100) includes auto-dimming mirrors, a programmable built-in garage door opener, a premium harman/kardon stereo with six-CD changer and a glass sunroof. Premium 2 ($4,140) adds turning bi-xenon headlights with washers and a heated windshield washer system.