Mercedes-Benz CLK Coupé (02-09) - Review

Review by Simon Harris on
Last Updated: 25 March 2009
The CLK goes down the 'looking good' rather than 'feeling sporty' coupé route. Its sleeker shape and big pillarless doors lend it a more sophisticated air than a Mercedes saloon. It's a competent driver and the more powerful variants can call upon considerable straight-line performance. But it feels more at home cruising to boutiques and beauty parlours or commanding respect in the office car park rather than chasing down twisty roads. Changes in 2005 introduced new six-cylinder engines and two new diesels, including the excellent 320 CDI model.
3.5 out of 5

Buying used

A good used buy, because it's the sort of car that tends to get looked after properly. If you're after a diesel the earlier 207 CDI is best avoided - aim for a 220 CDI for economy or a 320 CDI for performance.

See 161 used Mercedes-Benz CLK Coupés for sale, starting at £4,750

3.5 out of 5

Selling

Well-kept cars will always sell, but four-cylinder models and manuals are harder work. Buyers prefer more powerful automatics at this level. Still, any CLK should generate interest as it's a desirable coupe, helped in no small part by the three-pointed star on the grille.