Mercedes-Benz CLK Coupe 230K Elegance 2d (1999/T) Owner Review
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Economy
Value
A practical sports cruiser. Comfortably takes 4 adults and their luggage. A good compromise between practicality and performance.
Costs
37mpg if driven at average speeds. Fuel consumption doesn't vary much when laden, so it's reasonably cheap to run - insurance is ok also (I'm over 30).
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On the road
Driving
Great long distance cruiser. Handles very well on B-routes, despite its weight, feels very sure-footed, brakes are fantastic, autobox is very smooth and also allows high revving.
Performance
Reasonably fast from standing start, with huge torque at overtaking speeds, although the supercharger can take a bit of getting used to.
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Living with it
Reliability
A very well built car.
Image
Takes you out of the boy-racer BMW 3-Series league. It has a touch more class.
Comfort
Very comfortable. Easily takes 4 average adults without anyone being cramped. Rear seats are very deep, but tall people will suffer from a lack of headroom in them.
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Security and Service
Security
Good security package, but could probably do with a tracker.
Service
Haven't really had much dealings with them due to low mileage and long service interval.
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Problems and Ownership
Problems
Engine
Other
Fuel guage has gone on the blink temporarily twice, but only while I was in Eire. Bumpy roads?
Ownership
Did you buy the car new?
New
Would you buy the same model again?
Yes
Did you buy from the same manufacturer again?
Yes