Mercedes - CLK 55 AMG - Brochure - 2006 - 2006

2006 Mercedes - Benz CLK - Class © 2005 Mercedes-Benz USA, LLC Marketing Communications All illustrations and specifications contained in this brochure are based on the latest product infor­mation available at the time of publication. Mercedes-Benz reserves the right to make changes at any time, without notice, in colors, materials, equipment, specifications and models. Any varia­tions in colors shown are due to reproduction variations of the printing process. Illustrations may include test situations. Some vehicles may be shown with non-U.S. equipment. Some vehicles are shown with optional equipment. HomeLink is a registered trademark of Prince, a Johnson Controls Company. harman/kardon and LOGIC7 are registered trademarks of Harman International Industries, Inc. CLK-Class CLK 350   CLK 500   CLK 55 AMG Mercedes-Benz 2006    In an effort to minimize the environmental impact of this brochure, Mercedes-Benz uses a recycled coated paper that is guaran­teed in writing to contain a minimum of 10% postconsumer waste.­ We Star t Wi t h A Printed in U.S.A. /100 Look beneath the surface of a CLK-Class and discover why a Mercedes-Benz really is unlike any other automobile. MC-05-707 Mercedes-Benz USA, LLC One Mercedes Drive Montvale, NJ 07645 1-800-FOR-MERCEDES MBUSA.com CLK 500 Coupe shown on cover in optional Obsidian Black metallic with optional sport suspension and Premium Package. We Start With A Look beneath the surface of a CLK-Class and discover why a Mercedes-Benz really is unlike any other automobile. Soul. magnetic P02 W h o S ay s CLK 350 Coupe and Cabriolet passionate You r S ou l m at e P04 H a s To B e A P e r s o n ? CLK 500 Coupe and Cabriolet Intimate P06 CLK 350 interior Seductive P08 CLK 500 interior Electrifying P10 CLK 55 AMG Cabriolet Centered P12 CLK 55 AMG interior balanced P14 Drivetrains Inspired P16 designo editions individualistic Options CARING P28 Service and support P18 It’s an age-old question: Is there a perfect match out there, just for you? One that understands your moods and responds to your needs. An ideal playmate — always exciting, yet never demanding. In your quest for that elusive soulmate, look no further than the 2006 CLK-Class. There’s the instant attraction of its stunning lines — now more breathtaking than ever — in your choice of well-toned pillarless coupes or free-spirited cabriolets. Equally inviting is the embrace of four individually contoured seats in hand-fitted leather, surrounded by rich wood trim. You’ll find enduring passion in the spirited performance of a 268-hp V-6 or the rumble of a powerful V‑8 — both featuring the industry’s first 7-speed automatic transmission. For the most demanding, there’s the ultimate thrill of a 362-hp AMG V-8. And when you go beyond the looks and heart, the CLK provides the most important feature of all — a soul of innovation that could only come from the manufacturer of the very first automobile, Mercedes‑Benz. Your search is over. But the adventure is just beginning. CLK 500 Coupe shown at left in optional Obsidian Black metallic with optional sport suspension. CLK 350 Cabriolet shown in optional Pewter metallic with optional sport suspension and Premium Package. magnetic P02/03 CLK 350 Coupe shown in optional Capri Blue metallic with optional Premium and Lighting Packages. CLK 350 Coupe. CLK 350 Cabriolet. A M ag n e t i c P e rs onal i t y Wi t h E v e n M or e P u l l . Your heart beats faster. Your breath quickens. There’s no denying the attraction, but who could blame you? The 2006 CLK 350 Coupe and Cabriolet take alluring design to a higher level with aggressive new looks and an equally impressive increase in power, thanks to a 268-hp 3.5-liter DOHC V-6. The pillarless elegance of the CLK 350 Coupe is a testament to passionate engineering, creating a strong roof structure while allowing expansive panoramic views. The CLK 350 Cabriolet can give you and three of your closest friends the sun, the stars and gentle breezes at the touch of a button. And while you take a long, lingering look at both the Coupe and Cabriolet, you have to wonder: Is it possible to be in love with only one? a. b. Fresh new design For 2006, every CLK 350 enjoys an aggressive look that includes a new front apron with a larger intake — all the better to feed air to that powerful new-generation V‑6 — and a crisp new 3‑slat grille. a. Standard 17" alloy wheels Staggered-width 5-split-spoke 17" alloy wheels are fitted with 225/45 ZR17 high‑performance tires up front to help sharpen steering response, and wider 245/40 ZR17 tires1 at the rear to contribute an extra measure of grip when it’s time to put down the power. b. Fully automatic power top Press a button on the Cabriolet’s center console or its SmartKey remote, and in 17 seconds you’re open for anything. With no manual latches to operate, changing your outlook is truly a one-touch affair. A sculpted cover completes the top-down look. With its insulated, triple-layer soft top and heated glass rear window, this is a true year-round convertible. 1 Z-rated tires are optimized for performance driving and may provide reduced ride comfort, increased tire noise, substantially increased treadwear and greater susceptibility to damage compared with H-rated tires. PASSIONATE P04/05 A lway s Pa ss i onat e , N e v e r P l at on i c . Many new-car owners enjoy a period where everything is exciting and new. And yet far too soon the honeymoon is over. Not so with the CLK 500. Whether you choose the CLK 500 Coupe or Cabriolet, the aggressive look of AMG-design lower bodywork embracing staggered-width 17" AMG thin-spoke monoblock alloy wheels will keep your heart racing. The feel of a 302-hp V-8 rocketing you to 60 mph in 5.7 seconds1 through the quick shifts of the industry’s first 7-speed automatic never loses its thrill. Steering wheel‑mounted fingertip shift buttons add to the fun. With a chassis that eagerly responds to your wishes and 4-wheel disc brakes that feature 4-piston front calipers and tremendous speeddevouring abilities, even the most familiar roads suddenly become more inviting. And along with its heart-pounding performance, the CLK 500 also remains remarkably refined and poised in any driving situation, making it the perfect long‑term partner for those who love to drive. a. b. a. AMG-design front apron Technically, the large front air dam with mesh intakes enhances aerodynamics and gives the powerful 5.0-liter V-8 and front brakes the air they crave. b. AMG-design rear spoiler As the aerodynamic lines of the CLK 500 slice through the atmosphere, the color-keyed rear lip spoiler helps to reduce rear-end lift for improved handling at highway speeds. c. c. Dual polished AMG exhaust tips Hinting at the spirited power beneath the hood, eye-catching dual polished stainless-steel AMG exhaust tips bring the perfect finishing touch to the CLK 500’s design. 1 CLK 500 Coupe. 6.0 seconds for CLK 500 Cabriolet. Stated rates of acceleration are based upon manufacturer’s track results and may vary depending upon model, environmental and road surface conditions, driving style, elevation and vehicle load. CLK 500 Coupe. CLK 500 Cabriolet. CLK 500 Cabriolet shown in optional Iridium Silver metallic and Black/Ash leather with optional sport suspension. INTIMATE P06/07 E n j oy I n t i macy W i t ho u t G iv i ng U p Yo u r a. b. Multifunction display A tap of the steering wheel-mounted controls lets you view displays of information including trip computer data and outside temperature, as well as control and program your vehicle and audio settings. P er s o nal S pac e . A little private time can be nice, especially when you’re surrounded by the numerous luxuries of the CLK 350. From the supple leather of supportive 10-way power front seats to the reassuring touch of the leather-wrapped steering wheel and shift knob, it’s an environment to savor. Enjoy the visual warmth of hand-polished Burl Walnut trim on the doors, dash and console. Become immersed in the depth of the optional harman/kardon® digital surround sound system,1 with 12 speakers in the Coupe and 10 in the Cabriolet, made all the better by optional SIRIUS Satellite Radio. The attention to design, luxury and style place the CLK 350 models among the most personal of coupes and convertibles — with ample interior room to make sure they’re never too personal. b. c. d. 1 Surround sound provided for FM radio, CD playback and optional SIRIUS Satellite Radio. a. Automatic seat-belt presenters Allow us. Each front seat belt features an automatic presenter that glides graciously into action when you close the front door, and then retracts once you’ve buckled up. c. 10-way power front seats Iconic seat-shaped controls help you easily find your ideal driving position. The 3-position memory even includes your settings for the power steering column and side mirrors. d. Rubber-studded stainless-steel pedals The accelerator, brake and parking brake pedals all feature the cool ambience of metal trim dotted with rubber studs for a look that’s gripping in more ways than one. CLK 350 Coupe. CLK 350 Cabriolet. CLK 350 Cabriolet shown in Black leather and Burl Walnut wood with optional Premium Package. SEDUCTIVE P08/09 CLK 500 Cabriolet shown in Black/Stone leather and Black Ash wood with optional heated front seats and COMAND system. CLK 500 Coupe. CLK 500 Cabriolet. B eBAe A HH eaeart rt t ht rob h rob A nAdnSdt S i ltli lBl eB e Tak Tak e ne nS eSreirou i ou s ly s ly . . To be an object of desire while still commanding respect requires a rare blend of seductive traits and superior intelligence. Inside the CLK 500, you’ll find clever, thoughtful touches like front seats that move up and forward for easy access to the rear seats. The hand-fitted leather upholstery is worth coveting — and it’s complemented by hand-polished Black Ash wood trim and ivory-color instruments in a matte-chrome surround, or optional Burl Walnut wood with chrome-ringed black gauges. The optional digital surround sound system1 will stir your soul, as will the incredibly responsive 7‑speed automatic transmission with steering wheel-mounted Touch Shift controls. Advanced digital climate control can help keep you cool while you challenge your favorite road — or it can help keep the cabin warmer for up to 30 minutes after you turn off the car. Whether you view it with cool calculation or in the heat of the moment, the CLK 500 is a seriously irresistible proposition. a. b. a. 7-speed automatic transmission The first 7-speed automatic in the industry features a greater number of gears for quick acceleration and seamless response. For an even more involving experience, tapping the gear lever to the left or right of Drive gives you the manual-style control of Touch Shift. 1 Surround sound provided for FM radio, CD playback and optional SIRIUS Satellite Radio. c. b. Fingertip shift controls Enjoying the 7-speed automatic transmission is even more fun with shift buttons behind the steeringwheel spokes that let you control the Touch Shift feature without taking your hands off the wheel. c. Digital climate control The CLK 500’s dual-zone climate control system features left and right temperature and airflow controls, and a charcoal filter that automatically recirculates interior air when it senses an increase in smog. ELECTRIFYING P10/11 A F o r c e O f N at u r e C r e at e d B y I n s tan t C h e m i s t ry. The first time you see the electrifying CLK, it may strike you like a lightning bolt. With the CLK 55 AMG Cabriolet, the passionate engineers at AMG — the high-performance division of Mercedes‑Benz — have created some thunder to go along. A handcrafted 5,439-cc V-8 pumps out 362 hp and 376 lb-ft of torque, to serve up 60 mph in a mere 5.2 seconds,1 while AMG SpeedShift™ programming gives the robust 5-speed automatic transmission 35% faster gear changes — easily snapped off by Formula One-style manual-mode buttons on the a. a. AMG wheels, tires and brakes Massive disc brakes with perforated front rotors and enlarged 6-piston front/4-piston rear AMG calipers give arresting braking performance. Staggered-width 18" double-spoke AMG alloy wheels are equally adept at stopping passersby in their tracks. b. b. Low-backpressure exhaust Announcing your presence is a deep 362-hp V-8 rumble speaking through a free-flowing dual exhaust system that’s also respectfully subdued at cruising speeds. Two stainless-steel tips make sure you’re seen as well as heard. steering wheel. As responsive as it is refined, the CLK 55 also features suspension and braking systems calibrated by AMG. The muscular lines of the CLK 55 AMG sit aggressively over 18" wheels carrying 225/40 ZR18 front and 255/35 ZR18 rear high-performance tires,2 while contoured side sills and a functional rear lip spoiler show the wind the quick way around. To the enthusiast, a vehicle like the CLK 55 AMG Cabriolet is more than just appreciated, it’s coveted for the rarity that it is — because lightning seldom strikes the same place twice. c. c. Extensive testing AMG components are tested under brutal conditions, from our labs to the most demanding race circuits in the world. It’s more than just an uncompromising way to build a performance car — it’s the only way for the passionate engineers of AMG. 1 Stated rates of acceleration are based upon manufacturer’s track results and may vary depending upon model, environmental and road surface conditions, driving style, elevation and vehicle load.   2 AMG 18" wheels and accompanying high-speed-rated tires provide substantially increased treadwear and reduced ride comfort compared to H-rated tires. Serious wheel and tire damage may occur if the vehicle is operated on rough or damaged road surfaces or upon encountering road debris or obstacles. CLK 55 AMG Cabriolet. CLK 55 AMG Cabriolet shown in Iridium Silver metallic. CENTERED P12/13 /Dark /Dark CLK 55 AMG Cabriolet shown in Black Charcoal BlueBlue. leather/nubuck with sand-cast aluminum trim. CLK 55 AMG Cabriolet. When you’re piloting a car capable of storming to 60 mph in just 5.2 seconds,1 you want to be nowhere else than at the core of comfort and control. The CLK 55 AMG Cabriolet puts it all at your fingertips — literally — starting with manual shift buttons behind the spokes of the leather-wrapped steering wheel. To make sure other parts of your body are equally well supported, the driver’s AMGdesign heated multicontour sport seat features pneumatic side bolsters, dual lumbar supports, and thigh support. Rich Black leather bolsters and soft, sanded nubuck inserts in your choice of Black, Merlot Red or Dark Blue mean luxury need never take a back seat. Sand-cast aluminum trim lends a cool, confident presence throughout the cabin, or if your planetary preference is more Old World, rich Burl Walnut trim is optional. F i n d Yo u r s e l f I n Th e C e n t e r O f T h e D r i v i ng U n i v e r s e. a. Badge of honor Step over the AMG stainless-steel door sill trim and enter the world of passionate performance. Subtle metal detailing in the sport front seats proudly carries the AMG insignia as well. a. b. 1 Stated rates of acceleration are based upon manufacturer’s track results and may vary depending upon model, environmental and road surface conditions, driving style, elevation and vehicle load. b. AMG-design instrument cluster Distinctive ivory-color instruments with bright red indicators and a matte-chrome surround are as handsome as they are quickly read. At night, soft white backlighting adds to the ambience. c. c. Fingertip shift controls Tapping the steering wheel-mounted buttons lets you manually shift up or down through the forward gears, for Formula One-inspired control without having to take your hands from the wheel. BALANCED P14/15 1886 First car 1911 Multivalve engine 1934 Supercharged 500 K Coupe 1952 Mercedes-Benz wins Le Mans 1954 300 SL Gullwing: fuel injection 1962 300 SE Coupe: air suspension 1967 AMG established 1985 Electronic traction control 1995 Electronic Stability Program 1997 Championship CLK-DTM racecar 2003 7-speed automatic transmission CLK 500 Coupe shown in optional Obsidian Black metallic with optional Premium Package. CLK-Class engines and transmissions. A Smooth Operator Yo u Ca n T ru s t. CLK 350 V-6 Creating a seamless experience between you, your CLK and the road, Mercedes-Benz takes an integrated approach to performance. This means that all elements — handling, acceleration, braking — are balanced to create a driving experience that exceeds expectations in each area. At the heart of CLK performance is a variety of powerplants: a smooth and responsive new-generation V-6, a powerful and refined V-8, and an adrenaline-surging AMG V-8. And for each engine, there is a transmission specifically designed to give you unmatched comfort and control, whether you’re enjoying a spirited drive on your favorite twisty road, or effortlessly gliding through your daily commute. CLK 500 V-8 CLK 350 V-6 and CLK 500 V-8 engines Giving you the responsive horses you’d expect from a maker of thoroughbreds, the new-generation 3.5-liter DOHC V-6 in the CLK 350 produces a vigorous 268 hp and 258 lb-ft of torque, and reaches 60 mph in as quick as 6.4 seconds.1 Innovative “turbulence flaps” optimize the flow of air into the engine at various rpm, for ample low-end torque that keeps on giving throughout the rpm range. The CLK 500 is motivated by a potent 5.0-liter V-8 that puts out 302 hp and 339 lb-ft of torque to rocket you to 60 in as little as 5.7 seconds.1 CLK 55 AMG V-8 engine Every AMG engine is handcrafted by a single technician and carries their signature — but you’d expect no less from a masterpiece. Pistons, crankshaft and connecting rods are all reinforced for strength and are then selected by hand for ideal balance, making the CLK 55 AMG’s 362-hp V-8 a unique blend of modern technology and Old World craftsmanship. 5-speed and 7-speed automatic transmissions Whether it’s the industry’s first 7-speed automatic in the CLK 350 and CLK 500, or the CLK 55 AMG’s robust 5‑speed automatic — with AMG SpeedShift™ programming that provides 35% quicker shifts — you’ve got advanced powertrain management. Every CLK transmission also features our adaptive programming, which matches shift points to suit your driving demeanor. You can tap the gear lever to the left or right of Drive to enjoy the manual-style control of Touch Shift. Or hold the lever to the left for a second, and this perceptive partner will automatically choose the ideal passing gear. 1 Coupe figures shown. 6.7 seconds for CLK 350 Cabriolet; 6.0 seconds for CLK 500 Cabriolet. Stated rates of acceleration are based upon manufacturer’s track results and may vary depending upon model, environmental and road surface conditions, driving style, elevation and vehicle load. INSPIRED P16/17 Th e G r e at e r T h e I n s p i r a t i o n, T h e M o r e E xq u isi t e T h e M as t e r p i e c e . Whether it’s the elegance of the Coupe’s pillarless design or the rakish lines of the Cabriolet, the CLK is truly art in motion. And to the artisans of designo, it’s the perfect canvas to create an exquisite masterpiece of color, texture and design. Their media include hand-selected and hand-fitted supple Nappa leather, distinctive wood trim selected for its appearance and hand-finished to an incomparable luster, and a rich color palette to delight the eye and stir the soul. Once you’ve added a CLK designo edition1 to your personal collection, no other piece of automotive art will ever look the same. Silver Edition A worthy addition to any portfolio, this very special CLK 350 or CLK 500 glimmers in Silver metallic paint, elegantly offset on Cabriolet versions by a Black soft top. Equally rewarding is the interior, featuring the visual appeal of supple hand-fitted designo Stone Nappa leather on the seats, head restraints and door trim inserts. Further delighting the eye, rich designo Brown Poplar wood trim2 has been hand-finished for exquisite beauty and placed lovingly about the cabin. The finishing touch — plush floor mats trimmed in leather and proudly badged with the designo insignia. CLK 350 Cabriolet designo Silver Edition shown with optional heated front seats. CLK-Class designo editions. Graphite Edition The designo Graphite Edition is a captivating study in contrasts for any CLK-Class. The drama begins with Graphite metallic paint — featuring a Black soft top on the Cabriolets. High intrigue is created inside with Porcelain Nappa leather on the seats, head restraints and door inserts offered in stunning counterpoint to the deep gloss of Black Piano Lacquer wood trim.2 Floor mats trimmed in leather and badged with the designo insignia provide a fitting epilogue. The Graphite Edition is proof that opposites can do more than attract — sometimes they can get along quite beautifully. 1 CLK 350 and CLK 500 designo editions require optional heated front seats or Comfort Package.   2 CLK 55 AMG designo editions include steering wheel trimmed in Black leather. CLK 500 Coupe designo Graphite Edition shown with optional heated front seats. INDIVIDUALISTIC No One P18/19 K n ow s Yo u Better Than Yo u. a. COMAND with DVD navigation The optional COMAND system integrates the radio, CD player, GPS satellite navigation,1 and controls for the optional phone and 6-CD changer into a single in-dash unit that you can access from the standard steering-wheel controls. A large color-LCD screen provides clear displays and crisp map readouts. And with DVD-based navigation, a single disc holds the maps of the contiguous U.S., Canada and Oahu, Hawaii. To keep your maps and points of interest as up to date as possible, ask your dealer about our NavUpdate subscription program, which lets you receive annual DVD updates for up to three years at significant savings. b. a. b. Heated or Active Ventilated front seats Heated front seats, optional on the CLK 350 and CLK 500 models and standard on the CLK 55 AMG, provide three levels of soothing warmth. Active Ventilated front seats, part of the Comfort Package on any CLK, also feature miniature internal fans that circulate air through perforations in the upholstery. c. Multicontour driver’s seat Standard on the CLK 55 AMG and part of the Comfort Package on the other models, this seat offers pneumatically adjustable side bolsters, thigh support and dual lumbar supports to provide an even greater degree of personalized support. c. d. Leather and wood steering wheel2 With this wheel’s polished wood and supple leather, you’ll appreciate the added luxury every time you drive. It’s available to match the wood interior trim in any CLK 350 or CLK 500 and is included with their designo editions. Every CLK- Class is luxuriously equipped with numerous comfort and convenience items to make any drive a special occasion. And with these innovative options, you can enhance the experience by creating your own vision of the perfect CLK. There’s lighting that helps you see into corners. The ability to enter and drive off without touching a key. And an array of communication, entertainment, information and security options and services to make your in-car experience satisfying in ways you might never have imagined. And while you’d expect features like these on a car of the future, they’re available on your CLK-Class today. d. e. Active Bi-Xenon headlamps and corner-illuminating foglamps Truly visionary thinking, active headlamps monitor your steering angle and driving speed, then shift their beams to either side to better follow the curvature of the road ahead. As a result, you get a better view into corners by increasing usable illumination by up to 90% over conventional fixed headlamps. Enhancing their abilities, corner-illuminating front foglamps can illuminate a curving roadway by monitoring steering-wheel angle and driving speed (up to 25 mph), or can be activated by your turn signal (at speeds up to 25 mph) to brighten your way into a dark driveway or alley. e./f. f. Lowered sport suspension Add a more aggressive stance and even sharper handling response to your CLK 350 or CLK 500. The sporttuned suspension includes firmer coil springs and shock absorbers, along with lowered ride height. 1 While the navigation system provides directional assistance, the driver must remain focused on safe driving behavior, including paying attention to traffic and street signs. The driver should utilize the system’s audio cues while driving and should only consult the map or verbal displays once the vehicle has been stopped in a safe place. DVD-ROM maps do not cover all areas nor all routes within an area.   2 Deletes steering-wheel shift buttons on CLK 500 models.   3 iPod is a registered trademark of Apple Computer, Inc. CLK- Class options. g. Keyless Go Optional on any CLK-Class model, this enhancement of the SmartKey system lets you unlock or lock your car with the touch of an outside door handle — without removing the key from your pocket or purse. Start-up is equally easy: Put your foot on the brake, tap a button atop the gearshift, and you’re ready to take off. g. h. 6-disc CD changer Available with either the standard radio or optional COMAND system is our optional 6-disc CD changer. It’s glovebox-mounted, within easy reach but concealed from sight. It can play MP3-coded CDs, and it seamlessly integrates with the CLK’s audio system — via an innovative fiber-optic network — and multifunction steering wheel. i. Electronic trunk closer This convenient option allows you to fully open and close the trunk via a pushbutton on the driver’s interior door panel. You can also close the lid from an additional button on the underside of the open trunk lid, or open it with the SmartKey remote. j. iPod integration kit This accessory adapter kit integrates your Apple® iPod® (sold separately) with the audio system, providing program information in the multifunction display and allowing control via the multifunction steering wheel.3 k. Hands-Free Communication System Plug one of our sleek Motorola digital phones into your CLK and it becomes part of our optional Hands-Free Communication System.4 With the phone docked in the armrest cradle, your phone book is automatically downloaded into the vehicle while the phone battery charges, and the phone is connected to the vehicle’s integrated antenna system. Calls are delivered through the audio system, which automatically mutes the radio or pauses the CD. You can even control calls via the multifunction steering wheel. Your Mercedes-Benz dealer offers a selection of the latest Motorola mobile phones for most major carriers. h. l. SIRIUS Satellite Radio It’s like having a music library of over two million songs in your Mercedes. Optional SIRIUS Satellite Radio5 integrates with the standard audio system and controls. Your SIRIUS subscription brings over 120 all-digital coast-to-coast channels, with 65 commercial‑free channels of music, from rock to country and classical to jazz, plus 55 non-musical channels that cover news, sports — including live games from the NFL,® NHL® and NBA — and such well-known names as Discovery Channel, E!, and Radio Disney. i. j. i. k. l. 4 For safety reasons, we encourage the driver to stop the vehicle in a safe place before answering or placing a call. Always dock the phone in the cradle for use inside the vehicle. Operating a phone or radio transmitter with its own attached or built-in antenna while the engine is running can interfere with the vehicle’s electronic systems.   5 Programming subject to change. Not available in Alaska, Hawaii or Puerto Rico. While the SIRIUS network of satellite and terrestrial antennas provides nearly seamless service throughout the contiguous U.S., SIRIUS service may be unavailable or interrupted for a variety of reasons, including environmental or topographic conditions; in certain locations such as tunnels, parking garages, or within or next to large buildings; or near other technologies that can interfere with the SIRIUS signal. SIRIUS, the dog logo and SIRIUS stream names and logos are trademarks of SIRIUS Satellite Radio. NFL® is a registered trademark of the National Football League and its affiliates. NHL® is a registered trademark of the National Hockey League. The National Basketball Association name is the property of NBA Properties, Inc. SPECIFICATIONS P20/21 Engine CLK 350 Coupe and Cabriolet CLK 500 Coupe and Cabriolet CLK 55 AMG Cabriolet Engine size and type 3,498-cc DOHC 24-valve 90° V-6 Construction High-pressure die-cast alloy cylinder block. Alloy heads. Counter-rotating balance shaft Net power Net torque Compression ratio Induction 268 hp @ 6,000 rpm 258 lb-ft @ 2,400–5,000 rpm 10.7:1 Dual overhead camshafts with continuously variable intake and exhaust timing. Magnesium 2-stage resonance intake manifold increases intake runner length at lower rpm for improved response. Electropneumatic turbulence flaps at start of intake path help increase intake airflow speed at midrange rpm for greater air–fuel mixture swirling and stronger, more complete combustion ME 9.7 engine management. Integrated sequential multipoint fuel injection and ignition includes individual cylinder control of fuel spray, spark timing and antiknock. Electronic throttle. One high-energy ignition coil and spark plug per cylinder. 100,000-mile spark-plug intervals Premium unleaded gasoline, 91 pump octane 16.4 gal/62.0 liters (with 2.1-gal/8.0-liter reserve) Fuel and ignition system Fuel requirement Fuel tank capacity 4,966-cc SOHC 24-valve 90° V-8 5,439-cc AMG-built SOHC 24-valve 90° V-8 ME 2.8 engine management. Integrated sequential multipoint fuel injection and phased twin-spark ignition includes ME 2.8.1 engine management. Integrated sequential multipoint fuel injection and phased twin-spark ignition includes individual cylinder control of fuel spray, spark timing/phase and antiknock. Electronic throttle. Two high-energy ignition coils and two spark plugs per cylinder. 100,000-mile spark-plug intervals Premium unleaded gasoline, 91 pump octane 16.4 gal/62.0 liters (with 2.1-gal/8.0-liter reserve) High-pressure die-cast alloy cylinder block. Alloy heads High-pressure die-cast alloy cylinder block. Alloy heads. Reinforced engine block, oil pan structure, pistons, connecting rods, crankshaft and valvetrain 302 hp @ 5,600 rpm 362 hp @ 5,750 rpm 339 lb-ft @ 2,700–4,250 rpm 376 lb-ft @ 4,000 rpm 10.0:1 11.0:1 Magnesium 2-stage resonance intake manifold increases Magnesium 2-stage resonance intake manifold increases intake runner length at lower rpm for improved response intake runner length at lower rpm for improved response individual cylinder control of fuel spray, spark timing/phase and antiknock. Electronic throttle. Two high-energy ignition coils and two spark plugs per cylinder. 100,000-mile spark-plug intervals Premium unleaded gasoline, 91 pump octane 16.4 gal/62.0 liters (with 2.1-gal/8.0-liter reserve) Drivetrain Transmission type 7-speed automatic AMG-enhanced 5-speed automatic Electronically controlled shifting. Driver-adaptive programming adjusts shift points to the driver’s current driving style Touch Shift allows driver to manually downshift and allow upshifts by nudging the shift lever left or right from the Drive position Shift into Optimum Gear programming allows one-touch selection of the best gear for maximum acceleration or engine braking by holding the shift lever to the left of Drive for one second Driver-selectable Comfort mode starts vehicle moving in 2nd gear or a second Reverse gear, and upshifts at lower rpm, to help improve control on slippery surfaces Not available Not available Standard AMG SpeedShift™ programming provides up to 35% faster gear changes, automatically downshifts during braking, prevents unwanted upshifting while cornering, and features torque converter lockup in all forward gears Fingertip manual mode allows direct-access shifting through forward gears via buttons on back of upper steering-wheel spokes (left button downshifts, right button upshifts) or via Touch Shift feature of shift lever, and will automatically intervene only to select 1st gear when the vehicle stops. In Standard and Comfort modes, the steering-wheel buttons operate the Touch Shift feature Not available Standard Not available Fingertip shift control allows driver to operate Touch Shift feature via rocker-type buttons on back of upper steering-wheel spokes (both buttons can upshift and downshift) Instrument-cluster readout of selected gear range and Instrument-cluster readout of selected gear range and Instrument-cluster readout of selected gear range and Standard/Comfort mode Standard/Comfort/Manual mode Standard/Comfort mode 7-speed automatic Driver-adaptive control Touch Shift Shift into Optimum Gear Comfort mode AMG SpeedShift with fingertip manual mode Fingertip shift control Display Drive configuration Rear-wheel drive Coupe: 2.82:1 Cabriolet: 2.82:1 Rear axle ratio Rear-wheel drive Rear-wheel drive 2.65:1 3.06:1 Traction / stability Electronic Stability Program Performance rear wheels and/or reduces excess engine power as needed to help correct understeer (plowing) or oversteer (fishtailing). ESP also integrates all-speed traction control, which senses drive-wheel slip under acceleration and individually brakes the slipping wheel or wheels, and/or reduces excess engine power, until control is regained 1 CLK 350 Coupe CLK 350 Cabriolet CLK 500 Coupe CLK 500 Cabriolet CLK 55 AMG Cabriolet Acceleration, 0–60 mph Fuel economy, EPA estimate3 2 highway estimate4 ESP compares the driver’s intended course, via steering and braking inputs, to the vehicle’s response, via lateral acceleration, rotation (yaw) and individual wheel speeds. ESP then brakes individual front or 6.4 seconds Information not available. See your dealer 6.7 seconds Information not available. See your dealer 5.7 seconds 6.0 seconds 5.2 seconds 17 mpg 17 mpg 16 mpg 25 mpg 25 mpg 22 mpg 2006 CLK-Class. Chassis CLK 350 Coupe and Cabriolet CLK 500 Coupe and Cabriolet CLK 55 AMG Cabriolet Front suspension Rear suspension Independent 3-link with anti­dive geometry. Stabilizer bar Independent 3-link with anti­dive geometry. Stabilizer bar Independent 3-link with anti­dive geometry. Enlarged stabilizer bar Independent 5-arm multilink with geometry for antisquat Independent 5-arm multilink with geometry for antisquat Independent 5-arm multilink with geometry for antisquat and and alignment control. Stabilizer bar and alignment control. Stabilizer bar alignment control. Enlarged stabilizer bar Front coil springs over gas-pressurized shock absorbers. Front coil springs over gas-pressurized shock absorbers. Front coil springs over gas-pressurized shock absorbers. Separate rear coil springs and gas-pressurized shock absorbers Separate rear coil springs and gas-pressurized shock absorbers Separate rear coil springs and gas-pressurized shock absorbers Optional lowered sport suspension Optional lowered sport suspension Standard AMG sport suspension with AMG-calibrated front and rear Shorter, firmer front and rear coil springs. Sport-tuned front and rear gas-pressurized shock absorbers. Lowered ride height coil springs and shock absorbers Rack-and-pinion with vehicle-speed-sensitive power assist and integrated hydraulic damper. Steering wheel turns: 3.0 lock-to-lock. Turning circle: 35.3 ft/10.76 m curb-to-curb Springs and shock absorbers Sport suspension Steering Wheels / tires Wheels, aluminum-alloy Tires, steel-belted radial 5-split-spoke design, 7.5J x17 front and 8.5J x17 rear 225/45 ZR17 front and 245/40 ZR17 rear, high-performance AMG thin-spoke monoblock design, 7.5J x17 front and 8.5J x17 rear 6 225/45 ZR17 front and 245/40 ZR17 rear, high-performance 6 Polished AMG double-spoke design,5 7.5J x18 front and 8.5J x18 rear 225/40 ZR18 front and 255/35 ZR18 rear, high-performance 5 Brakes Brake system Brake discs /calipers, front Brake discs /calipers, rear Antilock Braking System Brake Assist Dual-circuit power-assisted 4-wheel disc AMG-enhanced dual-circuit power-assisted 4-wheel disc Dual-circuit power-assisted 4-wheel disc 13.6" internally ventilated /composite 4-piston fixed calipers 13.4" perforated and internally ventilated /enlarged AMG compound 11.8" internally ventilated /single-piston floating calipers 6-piston fixed calipers 11.4" solid /dual-piston fixed calipers 11.8" internally ventilated /dual-piston fixed calipers 13.0" internally ventilated /AMG 4-piston fixed calipers ABS senses impending wheel lockup under heavy braking and pumps the front brakes individually or the rear brakes together (to help maintain stability) as needed up to 30 times per second, to prevent lockup and maintain steering ability Brake Assist senses emergency braking via the speed at which the driver presses the brake pedal and immediately applies maximum available power boost, potentially reducing the overall stopping distance by eliminating the delay caused by a common human tendency not to brake hard enough, soon enough. Letting up on the brake pedal releases Brake Assist 7 Exterior Dimensions8 CLK 350 Coupe CLK 350 Cabriolet CLK 500 Coupe CLK 500 Cabriolet CLK 55 AMG Cabriolet Wheelbase Overall length Overall height Overall width Track, front Track, rear Coefficient of drag Curb weight 106.9 in/2,715 mm 183.2 in/4,652 mm 55.4 in/1,406 mm 68.5 in/1,740 mm 58.9 in/1,495 mm 58.0 in/1,474 mm 0.29 3,585 lb/1,625 kg Interior Dimensions8 Coupes Front Rear Cabriolets Front Rear Headroom Legroom Hiproom Shoulder room Cabin capacity Trunk capacity 37.1 in/941 mm 35.8 in/908 mm 38.4 in/976 mm 36.3 in/921 mm 42.0 in/1,067 mm 33.0 in/837 mm 42.0 in/1,067 mm 30.4 in/772 mm 53.7 in/1,364 mm 45.9 in/1,167 mm 52.1 in/1,324 mm 46.9 in/1,190 mm 53.2 in/1,351 mm 49.3 in/1,252 mm 53.2 in/1,351 mm 48.5 in/1,233 mm 81.5 cu ft/2,308 liters 85.2 cu ft/2,412 liters 10.4 cu ft/294 liters 8.6 cu ft/244 liters, top up — 5.4 cu ft/152 liters, top down 106.9 in/2,715 mm 183.2 in/4,652 mm 54.4 in/1,381 mm 68.5 in/1,740 mm 58.9 in/1,495 mm 58.0 in/1,474 mm 0.31 3,845 lb/1,743 kg 1 No system, regardless of how advanced, can overcome physics or correct careless driving. Best performance in snow is obtained with winter tires. Please always wear your seat belt.    2 Stated rates of acceleration are based upon manufacturer’s track results and may vary depending upon model, environmental and road surface conditions, driving style, elevation and vehicle load.   3 2005 EPA estimated fuel economy. Compare the estimated mpg to the estimated mpg of other vehicles. You may get different mileage depending on how fast you drive, weather 106.9 in/2,715 mm 183.2 in/4,652 mm 55.4 in/1,408 mm 68.5 in/1,740 mm 58.9 in/1,495 mm 58.0 in/1,474 mm 0.30 3,585 lb/1,626 kg 106.9 in/2,715 mm 183.2 in/4,652 mm 54.4 in/1,381 mm 68.5 in/1,740 mm 58.9 in/1,495 mm 58.0 in/1,474 mm 0.32 3,905 lb/1,770 kg conditions and trip length. 2006 figures unavailable at time of publication. See your dealer.   4 Your actual highway mileage will probably be less than the highway estimate. 2005 figures shown. 2006 figures unavailable at time of publication.   5 AMG 18" wheels and accompanying high-speed-rated tires provide substantially increased treadwear and reduced ride comfort compared to H-rated tires. Serious wheel and tire damage may occur if the vehicle is operated on rough or damaged road surfaces or upon encountering road debris or obstacles.   106.9 in/2,715 mm 183.2 in/4,652 mm 54.4 in/1,381 mm 68.5 in/1,740 mm 58.9 in/1,495 mm 58.0 in/1,474 mm 0.32 3,960 lb/1,795 kg 6 Z-rated tires are optimized for performance driving and may provide reduced ride comfort, increased tire noise, substantially increased treadwear and greater susceptibility to damage compared with H-rated tires. 7 Braking effectiveness also depends on proper brake system maintenance, and tire and road conditions.   8 Coupe interior dimensions are with optional sunroof. Cabriolet dimensions are with top up unless otherwise noted. CLK 350 Coupe CLK 350 Cabriolet CLK 500 Coupe CLK 500 Cabriolet CLK 55 AMG Cabriolet P22/23 CLK 350 Coupe CLK 350 Cabriolet CLK 500 Coupe CLK 500 Cabriolet CLK 55 AMG Cabriolet EQUIPMENT Exterior appearance   — — — — —    — —    — —      — — — — —   — — — — —    — — — — —    Atlas Grey grille with three chrome ribs Black grille with three chrome ribs AMG-design front air dam with mesh air intakes and chrome-ringed round front foglamps. AMG-design side skirts and rear apron Color-keyed AMG-design rear spoiler on edge of trunk lid Enlarged polished stainless-steel exhaust finisher Dual polished AMG stainless-steel exhaust finishers Low-backpressure exhaust system with dual polished AMG stainless-steel finishers Red and white rear lamp covers Red and smoke-color rear lamp covers Exterior features —  —        ▫1 ▫1                        ▫1 ▫1 ▫1 ▫1  Electrohydraulic insulated all-season soft top with flush-bonded glass rear window. Fully automatic operation allows soft top and all four side windows to be lowered or raised from a single control on the console or from outside the car using the SmartKey remote (see Locking/Security, at right) Dual power mirrors, linked to driver’s seat memory and automatically heated Auto-dimming left-side mirror Parking-assist right-side mirror can be programmed to tilt down upon shifting to Reverse Electrically heated rear window with auto-shutoff based on time and outside temperature Dual aero-blade windshield wipers. Heated windshield washer nozzles Infrared rain sensor automatically adjusts wiper speed and intermittent wiper frequency from infinite delay to fast wiping speed based on amount of rainfall measured on windshield Heated windshield washer reservoir and fluid lines Exterior Lighting                               Variable-focus halogen head­lamps with clear high-impact polycarbonate lenses Halogen front foglamps, in front apron. Single red rear foglamp, integrated in left taillamp cluster Driver-selectable light-sensing head­lamps can be set via the Auto position of the headlamp switch to automatically illuminate in darkness, and when entering dark tunnels or parking garages Driver-programmable Daytime Running Lamps illuminate low-beam headlamps at reduced intensity (full intensity for optional Bi-Xenon lamps) in daylight, with auto-on override in darkness Automatic lamp substitution uses a nearby lamp if a critical bulb fails Touch Turn Signals flash three times with one touch of turn-signal lever, for lane-changing. Auxiliary LED turn signal indicators are integrated with side mirror housings Locking / Security                                              ▫1 ▫1                   SmartKey uses an electronic code to unlock the steering column and ignition. Removing SmartKey from ignition disables engine computer to help prevent unauthorized starting SmartKey remote control integrates: – Door lock/unlock buttons – Trunk opener with valet lockout – Removable valet key – Panic alarm – Driver may selectively unlock only the driver’s door and fuel filler, or both doors plus the trunk and fuel filler SmartKey remote locking uses redundant infrared and radio-frequency signals for improved range, and rolling-code signal for protection from transmitter cloning SmartKey offers infrared-remote opening/closing of windows (plus optional sunroof on Coupes, if equipped, and remote raising and lowering of soft top on Cabriolets) from outside the car Driver-programmable driveaway locking can automatically lock all the doors when the car reaches 9 mph Night security illumination uses the car’s exterior lights to help illuminate a path after parking. Driver-programmable intervals allow lights to stay on for 60, 45, 30 or 15 seconds, or not at all Locator lighting uses the car’s lights to help light a return path when the car is remote-unlocked in darkness. Unlocking car activates illuminated entry system Automatic antitheft alarm system with remote panic feature Emergency trunk release, located inside trunk and illuminated for 60 minutes after trunk lid is closed Integrated 3-button garage door control, compatible with HomeLink® components and some other systems Tele Aid GPS-based Stolen Vehicle Recovery allows law enforcement agencies to track and recover stolen vehicle2 Tele Aid Remote Door Unlock allows owner to have doors automatically unlocked in the event the SmartKey becomes locked inside vehicle2 Tele Aid Automatic Alarm Notification alerts Mercedes-Benz to contact vehicle owner if antitheft alarm sounds 2 1 Also available or only available as part of an Option Package, or may require additional options. See optional equipment listing on page 25.   2 First year’s Tele Aid Security & Care service provided at no additional cost with subscription. Subscription and acquaintance call required for service to be active. System operates only where cellular and GPS coverage are available, and requires adequate power supply. Owner must authorize stolen vehicle tracking with a PIN code and file a police report. See dealer for details of telematics services.   3 Rear seats cannot be occupied while wind deflector is in place.   4 Deleted with optional wood and leather trimmed steering wheel or CLK 500 designo editions. CLK 350 Coupe CLK 350 Cabriolet CLK 500 Coupe CLK 500 Cabriolet CLK 55 AMG Cabriolet CLK 350 Coupe CLK 350 Cabriolet CLK 500 Coupe CLK 500 Cabriolet CLK 55 AMG Cabriolet 2006 CLK-Class. Interior features      — — 4 4       —  —   —  —                  ▫1 ▫1                    —  — — —  —        —  —   Multifunction steering wheel provides convenient, additional controls for basic functions of audio system and optional phone, plus operation of multifunction display (see Instrumentation, page 24) Fingertip shift buttons behind steering-wheel spokes Power front and rear side windows, with one-touch express-up/down for front windows One-button lowering or raising of all four windows via power soft-top switch Fine-mesh wind deflector fastens over rear seat area or folds into molded case for storage in trunk3 4-way (tilt/telescoping) power steering column, position linked to driver’s seat memory Electronic cruise control Delayed-shutoff court­esy lamps, front (and rear on Coupes). Entrance lamps in both doors. Dual front reading lamps. Dual sun visors with illumi­nated vanity mirrors Auto-dimming rearview mirror Height-adjustable front center armrest with dual enclosed storage compartments and 3-way lid (upper tray opens from left or right, lower compartment from front). Illuminated 2-tier glovebox Retractable front cupholder in dash. Pockets in both doors. Parcel net in right front footwell Magazine pockets on both front seatbacks Folding rear center armrest with slide-out dual cupholder. Open center console between rear seats Folding rear center armrest Illuminated, carpeted trunk (with tie-down hooks on Coupes) Variable trunk compartment allows soft-top well to be used for additional cargo capacity with top up Climate Control   — — — —   —                 — —    Dual-zone CFC-free automatic climate control with: – Dual rotary temperature controls – Automatic control of blower speed and airflow distribution (with manual override) Digital dual-zone CFC-free automatic climate control with: – Individual left and right digital temperature controls and rotary airflow distribution controls – Automatic control of blower speed and airflow distribution (with manual override) – Sun sensor – Humidity/dewpoint sensor, to help reduce window fogging during humid weather, and help prevent overdrying of cooled air – Activated charcoal filter with smog-sensing automatic recirculation of filtered cabin air Dash-top diffuser vent. Rear-cabin air vents at rear of front console Electrostatic dust and pollen filter Tunnel mode offers one-touch closing of all windows, the sunroof (if equipped) and cabin air intake by pressing and holding the air-recirculation button. Pressing button again restores previous window and sunroof positions REST mode can ventilate cabin or help keep cabin warmer using residual heat for up to 30 minutes after car is turned off  Standard   ▫ Optional   — Not available Seating      — — — —  ▫ ▫ ▫ ▫  ▫1 ▫1 ▫1 ▫1             —  — — 10-way power front seats, each with 3-position memory. Driver’s seat memory includes steering column and outside mirror positions AMG-design sport front seats Heated front seats Multicontour driver’s seat with pneumatically adjustable side bolsters, dual lumbar supports and thigh support Easy-entry system: When either front seatback is tipped forward, the entire front seat moves up and forward for easier access to rear cabin. Seat returns to its previous position when seatback is returned upright Dual individually contoured rear seats 60 /40-split folding rear seatbacks and flip-forward seat cushions Upholstery / Trim   ▫ ▫ — — —   — — — — —      — — — — —         ▫ ▫ ▫ — —   — — — — —         — —            Premium leather upholstery on seating surfaces, head restraints, front-seat side panels and door trim inserts. Carpets, dash, consoles and door panels in complementary color Premium leather upholstery on seating surfaces, head restraints, front-seat side panels and door trim inserts. Carpets, dash, consoles and door panels in Black AMG-design two-tone Nappa leather upholstery featuring soft, sanded nubuck leather for perforated seat center panels and door trim inserts. Carpets, dash, consoles and door panels in Black Leather-trimmed 4-spoke steering wheel and shift knob AMG-design leather-trimmed 4-spoke steering wheel and shift knob Leather-trimmed shift knob with chrome trim Hand-polished Burl Walnut wood trim on doors, dash and console Hand-polished Black Ash wood trim on doors, dash and console AMG-design aluminum trim with sand-cast finish on doors, dash and console Polished chrome outlining for wood or aluminum interior trim and vent registers Rubber-studded brushed stainless-steel pedals (including parking brake) Stainless-steel door sill trim (with AMG insignia on CLK 55 AMG) Velour floor carpeting and floor mats (exclusive AMG floor mats on CLK 55 AMG) CLK-Class equipment continues. CLK 350 Coupe CLK 350 Cabriolet CLK 500 Coupe CLK 500 Cabriolet CLK 55 AMG Cabriolet P24/25 CLK 350 Coupe CLK 350 Cabriolet CLK 500 Coupe CLK 500 Cabriolet CLK 55 AMG Cabriolet EQUIPMENT audio / Telematics                ▫1 ▫1 ▫1 ▫1            AM/FM stereo/weather­band radio with in-dash single-CD player In-dash audio system operating panel integrates controls and displays for the radio, CD player, and optional glovebox-mounted 6-disc CD changer, SIRIUS Satellite Radio and portable digital telephone 6-speaker audio system. Automatic speed-sensitive volume adjustment harman/kardon® LOGIC7® digital surround sound system: – 12 speakers (Coupes) or 10 speakers (Cabriolets), including dual surround speakers and a subwoofer – 7.1-channel amplifier with 320 watts (Coupes) or 240 watts (Cabriolets) total output – Multichannel digital surround-sound technology developed for the professional recording industry, to provide a natural and realistic sound stage – Digital Dynamic Volume Control, to help preserve the sound balance under all driving conditions Fiber-optic network offers precise, high-speed communication among components. Factory preparation for optional CD changer and cellular phone, using fiber-optic network Tele Aid system uses GPS satellites plus a cellular link to provide 24-hour live assistance for: emergency aid (SOS button), information (i-button) or Roadside Assistance (wrench button) – Basic Tele Aid Security & Care service includes Automatic Collision Notification, Stolen Vehicle Recovery, Remote Door Unlock service and Dealer Connect2 Instrumentation       — ▫1 ▫1 — — —   — — — — —                      Electronic analog speedometer, tachometer and quartz clock. Electronic bar‑graph fuel and coolant temperature gauges Black gauges with white markings, glacier blue backlighting, chrome rings and black surround Ivory-color gauges with soft white backlighting, chrome rings and matte chrome surround AMG-design ivory-color gauges with soft white backlighting and matte chrome surround Digital display for odometer and Touch Shift gear/mode selection Multifunction display in center of speedometer, scrolled via steering-wheel controls to operate and display various menus and vehicle features: – Resettable trip meter and outside temperature indicator – Digital speedometer, Maintenance System (see below), and engine oil-level check – Radio station, CD player/CD changer,3 iPod® playlist/track (with accessory iPod integration kit) – Navigation system route guidance3 – Vehicle reminder and malfunction messages – Driver-programmable settings for instruments, lighting, vehicle and convenience features – Trip computer (elapsed time, fuel consumption, distance to empty) – Mobile phone book3 Mercedes-Benz Maintenance System displays distance remaining to next basic maintenance service, indicates type of service due, and provides automatic reminder feature when service interval draws near Audible reminders and messages for open door or sunroof (if equipped); exterior lamp failure; low fuel, engine oil, coolant and washer fluid; and to release parking brake, switch off headlamps and remove ignition key Restraint Systems       —  — —           ▫ ▫ ▫ ▫                                      —  — — —  —        —  —   Integrated Restraint System: – Driver and front passenger are each provided with a front air bag, a side-impact air bag (Coupes) or head/thorax air bag (Cabriolets), and a 3-point seat belt with an Emer­gency Tensioning Device (ETD) and adaptive belt force limiter4 – Rear passengers are each provided with a 3-point seat belt with ETD and belt force limiter Head Protection Curtains: – In a side impact exceeding a preset threshold, a multi-chamber air bag deploys along the front and rear side windows on the affected side of the car Adaptive dual-stage front air bags are deployed in response to frontal impact severity4 Occupant Classification System (OCS) automatically turns the front passenger’s front air bag on or off based on the weight category determined by weight sensor readings from the front passenger seat4 Rear side-impact air bags, mounted in side trim panels ETDs are provided for all four seat belts and are deployed in a front or rear impact exceeding a preset threshold of severity, or certain rollovers. A front ETD will not deploy if seat belt is unfastened Automatic Collision Notification engages Tele Aid SOS function if an air bag or ETD deploys2 Universal latch system (Lower Anchors and Tethers for Children) at rear seating positions. Selec­table passenger seat-belt retractors help secure child seats4 Front seat belts include automatic presenters and lower points attached to seat frames Rear seat belts include automatically height-adjusting shoulder belts Front head restraints power-adjust for height, manually adjust fore–aft, and automatically heightadjust as seat is moved fore–aft Active front head restraints reduce the distance between the head restraint and the head in the event of a rear-end collision, helping limit rearward movement of the head and thereby reducing the chances of “whiplash” type injuries to the cervical spine Dual individually retractable rear head restraints, adjustable for height and 2-position tilt Dual height-adjustable rear head restraints 5 Driver can retract both head restraints remotely via a dash-mounted control, for improved rearward vision when the rear seats are unoccupied Automatic rollover-sensing pop-up roll bars, integrated with dual rear-seat head restraints 5 1 Also available or only available as part of an Option Package, or may require additional options. See optional equipment listing at right.   2 First year’s Tele Aid Security & Care service provided at no additional cost with subscription. Subscription and acquaintance call required for service to be active. System operates only where cellular and GPS coverage are available, and requires adequate power supply. Owner must authorize stolen vehicle tracking with a PIN code and file a police report. See dealer for details of telematics services.   3 When so equipped. 4 WARNING: the forces of a deploying air bag can cause serious or fatal injury to a child under age 13. The safest seating position for your child is in the rear seat, belted into an appropriate, properly installed child seat, or correctly wearing a seat belt if too large for a child seat. OCS is designed to turn the front passenger’s front air bag off when the system senses the weight of a typical child 12 months old or less, plus the weight of a standard appropriate child restraint. See operator’s manual for important additional information on these systems, and for further information regarding the transportation of children heavier than a typical 12-month-old. 5 The roll bar system is designed to enhance the level of rollover protection compared to an open vehicle without one. No system, no matter CLK 350 Coupe CLK 350 Cabriolet CLK 500 Coupe CLK 500 Cabriolet CLK 55 AMG Cabriolet CLK 350 Coupe CLK 350 Cabriolet CLK 500 Coupe CLK 500 Cabriolet CLK 55 AMG Cabriolet 2006 CLK-Class. Individual Options ▫ ▫ ▫ ▫ — ▫ ▫ ▫ ▫ ▫ ▫ ▫ ▫ ▫ ▫ ▫ ▫ ▫ ▫  —1 —1 —1 —1 ▫ ▫ ▫ ▫ ▫ —   ▫ ▫ —   — — ▫ —1 —1 —1 —1 ▫ ▫ ▫ ▫ ▫ ▫ ▫ ▫ ▫ ▫ ▫ ▫ ▫ ▫ ▫ ▫ ▫ ▫ ▫ ▫  — — — — ▫ ▫ ▫ ▫ ▫ ▫ Lowered sport suspension (see page 18; AMG sport suspension standard on CLK 55 AMG) Keyless Go vehicle entry and starting system (see page 19) Electronic trunk closer (see page 19) Heated front seats Active Ventilated front seats, with heating feature Leather and wood trimmed steering wheel (also included with CLK 350 and CLK 500 designo editions; deletes steering-wheel fingertip shift buttons on CLK 500 models) Premium leather upholstery with carpets, dash, consoles and door panels in complementary color. Burl Walnut wood interior trim. Black gauges with white markings, chrome rings and black surround Burl Walnut wood interior trim Glovebox-mounted 6-disc CD changer with MP3 capability COMAND Cockpit Management and Data system integrates: – DVD-based in-dash GPS navigation system, with map database for the contiguous U.S., Canada and Oahu, Hawaii, all on a single DVD.6 DVD-ROM drive concealed behind in-dash screen – AM/FM stereo/weather­band radio – In-dash single-CD player – Controls for optional glovebox-mounted 6-CD changer and phone – A 6.5" color-LCD in-dash screen, with motorized opening/closing to load CD player and DVD drive – Ten mode-dependent soft keys alongside screen for easy access to commands and on-screen menus – Auxiliary input jack in glovebox for connection of an MP3 player to audio system SIRIUS Satellite Radio equipment with 6-month subscription (see page 19) 7 Hands-Free Communication System. (Requires accessory telephone handset and cradle, sold separately. See your dealer for selection) Rear side-impact air bags, mounted in side trim panels Parktronic audio-visual parking assistance system uses ultrasonic sensors in the front and rear bumpers to help detect nearby obstacles within the sensors’ field of view at parking speeds, alerting driver to their proximity and direction via audio-visual indicators on dash and rear-cabin wall Metallic paint (no charge on CLK 55 AMG) how sophisticated, can eliminate the chance of injury in an accident. Please always wear your seat belt, and always raise the rear head restraints when the rear seats are occupied.   6 While the navigation system provides directional assistance, the driver must remain focused on safe driving behavior, including paying attention to traffic and street signs. The driver should utilize the system’s audio cues while driving and should only consult the map or verbal displays once the vehicle has been stopped in a safe place. DVD-ROM maps do not cover all areas nor all routes within an area. One U.S./ Canada DVD-ROM is included with vehicle.   7 See dealer for availability details. While the SIRIUS network of satellite and terrestrial antennas provides nearly seamless service throughout the contiguous U.S., SIRIUS service may be unavailable or interrupted for a variety of reasons, including environmental or topographic conditions; in certain locations such as tunnels, parking garages, or within or next to large buildings; or near other technologies that can interfere with the SIRIUS signal. Programming subject to change. Not available in Alaska, Hawaii or Puerto Rico.   8 CLK 350 designo editions require heated front seats or Comfort Package. 9 CLK 500 designo editions require heated front seats or Comfort Package, and delete steering-wheel fingertip shift buttons.  Standard   ▫ Optional   — Not available Option Packages ▫ ▫ ▫ ▫ ▫ ▫ ▫ ▫ ▫ — ▫ ▫ ▫ ▫ — ▫ ▫ ▫ ▫ — Lighting Package (see page 18): – Bi-Xenon headlamps with active curve illumination – Heated headlamp washers – Corner-illuminating front foglamps Comfort Package: – Active Ventilated front seats, with heating feature – Multicontour driver’s seat (standard on CLK 55 AMG) Premium Package: – harman/kardon LOGIC7 digital surround sound system (see Audio/Telematics, at left; standard on CLK 55 AMG) – Glovebox-mounted 6-disc CD changer with MP3 capability – Heated windshield washer reservoir and fluid lines (standard on CLK 55 AMG) CLK 350 models add: – Integrated 3-button garage door control (standard on CLK 500 and CLK 55 AMG) – Auto-dimming left-side and inside rearview mirrors (standard on CLK 500 and CLK 55 AMG) CLK 350 and CLK 500 Coupe models add: – Power tilt/sliding tinted glass sunroof with one-touch open/close Run-flat Tire Package: – Mercedes-Benz extended-mobility tires – Low tire-pressure warning system (indicated in multifunction display) designo Editions ▫8▫8 ▫9▫9 — ▫8▫8 ▫9▫9 ▫ Silver Edition: – designo Silver metallic paint – Black soft top (Cabriolet models) – Stone interior with designo Stone Nappa leather and Brown Poplar wood trim – Wood and leather trimmed steering wheel – Stone designo floor mats with leather trim Graphite Edition: – designo Graphite metallic paint – Black soft top (Cabriolet models) – Black interior with designo Porcelain Nappa leather and Black Piano Lacquer wood trim – Wood and leather trimmed steering wheel (except CLK 55 AMG) – Black designo floor mats with leather trim COLOR AND TRIM P26/27 Color Combinations CLK 350 Paint Code Color CLK 350 Coupe  Upholstery and trim  Standard premium leather with dash, doors 040 189 197 357 359 541 590 ● ● ● ● ● ● ● ● ● ● ● ● ● ● ● ● ● ●               ● ● ● ● ● ● ● ● ● ● ● ● ● ● ● ● ● ● Black Soft top  Black  Blue  Ash Upholstery and trim  Standard premium leather with dash, doors 747 762 775 960 ● ● ● ● ● ● ● ● ● ● ● ● ● ● ● ● ● ●               — — ● ● ● ● ● ● ● ● ● Pewter1 Granite Diamond Iridium Alabaster Grey1, 2  Silver1  Silver1 White Color Black and carpeting in complementary color Stone – Includes Burl Walnut wood trim Ash CLK 350 Cabriolet 723 Black Obsidian Cadet Capri Storm Mars Opal1   Black1 Blue1   Blue1 Red1, 2 Red Color Black and carpeting in complementary color Stone – Includes Burl Walnut wood trim Ash ● — ● ● — ● ● — ● — — ● ● ● ● ● ● ● ● — ● — — ● ● ● ● ● ● ● ● — ● ● — — ● ● ● ● — — ● ● ● ● ● ● ● — ● ● ● ● ● CLK 500 Paint Code Color 040 Black 189 197 357 359 541 590 Black Obsidian Cadet Capri Storm Mars Opal1   Black1 Blue1   Blue1 Red1, 2 Red 723 747 762 775 960 Pewter1 Granite Diamond Iridium Alabaster Grey1, 2  Silver1  Silver1 White CLK 500 Coupe  Upholstery and trim Color  Standard premium leather with dash, doors Black and carpeting in Black Stone – Includes Black Ash wood trim Ash ● ● ● ● ● ● ● ● ● ● ● ● ● ● ● ● ● ● ● ● ● ● ● ● ● ● ● ● ● ● ● ● ● ● ● ● Optional premium leather with dash, doors Black and carpeting in complementary color Stone – Includes Burl Walnut wood trim Ash ● ● ● ● ● ● ● ● ● ● ● ● ● ● ● ● ● ● ● ● ● ● ● ● ● ● ● ● ● ● ● ● ● ● ● ●                    ● ● ● ● ● ● ● — ● ● ● — — ● ● ● ● ● ● ● ● ● ● ● ● ● ● ● ● ● ● ● ● ● — ● ● ● ● ● ● ● ● ● ● ● ● ● ● ▫ CLK 500 Cabriolet Soft top  Black  Blue  Ash          Upholstery and trim Color  Standard premium leather with dash, doors Black and carpeting in Black Stone – Includes Black Ash wood trim Ash ● ● ● ● — ● ● ● ● — ● ● ● ● — ● ● ● ● ● ● Optional premium leather with dash, doors Black and carpeting in complementary color Stone – Includes Burl Walnut wood trim Ash ● ● ● ● — ● ● ● ● — ● ● ● ● — ● ● ● ● ● ● ▫ ● ● ● ● ● ● — — ● — — ● ● ● — — ● — — ● ● ● ● ● ● ● ● — — ● ● ● ● — — — — ● — — ● ● ● ● ● ● ● — — ● — — ● — ● ● ● ● ● ● ● ● ● ● ● ● ● ● ● ● — ● ● ● ● ● ● CLK 55 AMG Paint Code Color 040 Black 189 197 357 359 541 590 Black Obsidian Cadet Capri Storm Mars Opal1   Black1 Blue1   Blue1 Red1, 2 Red 723 747 762 775 960 Pewter1 Granite Diamond Iridium Alabaster Grey1, 2  Silver1  Silver1 White  Black  Blue               Upholstery and trim Color (leather/nubuck)  Standard Nappa leather with nubuck inserts, Black/Black and dash, doors and carpeting in Black Black/Dark Blue Black/Merlot Red – Includes AMG-design sand-cast aluminum trim ● ● ● ● ● — ● ● — ● ● — ● ● — ● — ● — ● ● ● ● ● ● ● ● ● ● — ● ● ● ● ● ● ● ● ● ● ● ● ● ● ● ● CLK 55 AMG Cabriolet ▫ Soft top Optional Burl Walnut wood trim ● Available combination   — Not available ● ● — ● 1 Metallic paint, optional at extra cost on CLK 350 and CLK 500 models.   2 Delayed availability. See your dealer. ● ● — ● 3 designo Silver Edition is optional on CLK 350 and CLK 500 models, and requires heated front seats or Comfort Package. Cabriolets include Black soft tops. Not available on CLK 55 AMG. 4 designo Graphite Edition is optional on all CLK-Class models, and requires heated front seats or Comfort Package on CLK 350 and CLK 500. Cabriolets include Black soft tops. 2006 CLK-Class. Exterior Paintwork 040 Black 747 Granite Grey1 Cabriolet Soft tops 189 Black Opal1 197 Obsidian Black1 357 Cadet BLUE1 359 CAPRI BLUE1 541 Storm Red1, 2 590 Mars Red 762 Diamond Silver1 775 Iridium Silver1 960 ALABASTER WHITE Black 723 Pewter1 Blue Ash Interior Trim designo Silver Edition 3 Black premium leather Stone premium leather Ash premium leather Burl Walnut wood 029 d esigno Silver metallic paint 041 d esigno Graphite metallic paint n n Stone Nappa leather Porcelain Nappa leather Brown Poplar wood Black Piano Lacquer wood Interior Upholstery CLK 350 n CLK 500 n CLK 350 N CLK 500 Black/Stone premium leather Black/Ash premium leather n n CLK 500 Black leather/Black nubuck CLK 500 Black leather/Dark Blue nubuck AMG-design Nappa leather upholstery with nubuck inserts n CLK 55 AMG n CLK 350 N CLK 500 CLK 350 N CLK 500  Standard   ▫ Optional Black ASH wood Black leather/Merlot Red nubuck AMG Sand-Cast aluminum n n CLK 500 CLK 55 AMG designo Graphite Edition 4 MBUSA.com/SERVICE AND SUPPORT Model Selector Find the Mercedes-Benz that’s best for you based on performance, price and bodystyle. Photos and Videos Choose a Mercedes-Benz model and see it from every angle in photos, wallpapers, screen savers, 360° views, At A Glance features, In Motion footage and TV commercials. Build Your Own Customize your vehicle with options, colors and accessories, and save it for later viewing. You can even send the particulars to your local dealer, to help them set up a test drive for you. We’re Co m m i t t e d T o K e e p i n g Yo u Purchase Tools Shopping for a new Mercedes has never been simpler. Schedule a test drive, order a brochure, learn more about a model, and explore financing and leasing options. S at i s f i e d . Whether you need to locate the closest Mercedes-Benz dealer, want to know about financing and leasing options, or would like more information on our European Delivery Program, MBUSA.com puts the world of Mercedes as close as your computer. You can check out the latest models, peruse the extensive catalog of Mercedes-Benz accessories, sneak a peek at upcoming vehicles, or even set up your own portfolio. And exclusively for Mercedes-Benz drivers, Owners Online is your all-access pass to events, special promotions from prestigious retailers, and personalized offers from your Mercedes-Benz dealer. From your first exciting look at Mercedes through the years of satisfying ownership, MBUSA.com puts it all at your fingertips. Locate a Dealer Finding your nearest dealer — or any dealer — is easy with detailed maps and driving directions. Owners Online Owners Online is an exclusive online community that offers benefits that extend beyond your car. Through Owners Online, you can access your Mercedes-Benz Credit account and configure services for your in-car Tele Aid system. This information-rich site also provides vehicle care tips, answers to frequently asked questions, exclusive offers and promotions, and advance notice of what’s exciting and new at Mercedes-Benz. CLK 500 Cabriolet shown in optional Diamond Silver metallic with optional heated front seats, COMAND system and Lighting Package. The innovative spirit that drives us to create some of the world’s finest vehicles is directly reflected in an impressive selection of owner benefits. Consider the Mercedes-Benz Roadside Assistance Program, the first of its kind and still the only one that doesn’t expire. Our Mercedes-Benz Maintenance System lets you go farther than ever between scheduled oil changes. And our Customer Assistance Center is there for you 24 hours a day, every day. When we invented the first car in 1886, we also created the first car owner. For 120 years, it’s been our passion to ensure that driving a Mercedes-Benz remains an experience that’s second to none. Mercedes-Benz Credit Mercedes-Benz Credit makes financing your new Mercedes the start of a great experience, with an impressive array of flexible and convenient financing options. First Class Financing® provides qualified customers with comprehensive, tailor-made financing packages. The First Class Lease® gives you the flexibility of choosing from 13- to 60-month contracts and your preferred annual mileage allowance. And with an industry-leading lease-end process, the hardest thing you’ll have to do is say goodbye to your old Mercedes as you get into your new one. MBCREDIT.com offers tools to help you decide whether purchasing or leasing is right for you, an online credit application, and the ability to view your account 24/7. To learn more about the benefits of leasing or financing through Mercedes-Benz Credit, see your Mercedes-Benz dealer or visit MBCREDIT.com. 24-hour Roadside Assistance for the life of the vehicle The first of its kind, the MercedesBenz Roadside Assistance Program is still the only one that remains in effect for the entire life of the car. Our Roadside Assistance technicians can draw on years of experience and training to get you back on the road as quickly as possible.1 24-hour Customer Service Our Customer Assistance Center is your one-stop source for answers. Whether you need to know how to use your audio system, find the nearest Mercedes-Benz dealer, get pricing, or learn about personal and automotive accessories, just call 1-800-FOR-MERCEDES or press the Tele Aid i-button in your car.5 Mercedes-Benz warranties Our New Vehicle Limited Warranty runs 48 months or 50,000 miles, whichever comes first. And anytime during the new-vehicle warranty coverage, you can also purchase a Mercedes-Benz Extended Limited Warranty that will provide additional protection when the New Vehicle Limited Warranty expires.2 Sign and Drive Our legendary Roadside Assistance service includes bringing you some fuel if you’ve run out, replacing a flat tire with your spare, or jump-starting your car if the battery dies. All at no charge, and all for as long as you’re driving a Mercedes-Benz — even somebody else’s.6 Help is as close as your car’s wrench button5 or just a call away at 1-800-FOR-MERCEDES. The Mercedes-Benz Maintenance System We’ve made caring for your CLK‑Class easier than ever. With the Mercedes‑Benz Maintenance System, the service intervals are fixed and predictable — every 13,000 miles or one year (10,000 miles/1 year for AMG models).3 Your car will even remind you, about a month before service is due, via an automatic display on the dashboard that also tells you which type of maintenance service is due. The no-charge Service Welcome Getting proper care for your Mercedes is easiest when you go to the people who know your vehicle — and you — best: your Mercedes-Benz Center’s Service Department. And to help you get acquainted, just bring your car in for a no-charge first visit between 1,000 and 3,000 miles, where your dealer will perform a diagnostic check and address any questions you might have. It’s part of our no-charge Service Welcome, which also provides a check of your tires at no charge anytime before 6,500 miles.4 Trip Interruption benefits In the unlikely event that a breakdown covered by your MBUSA New Vehicle Limited Warranty occurs more than 100 miles from your home, leaves your Mercedes inoperable or unsafe to drive, and requires overnight repairs at a Mercedes-Benz Center, you’ll be reimbursed up to $300 per day for any documented expenses — for up to three days — for meals, lodging and substitute transportation. Alternate Transportation When you bring your vehicle into a Mercedes-Benz Center for servicing during the warranty period, ask about your dealer’s Alternate Transportation Program — so you can maintain your busy schedule while your dealer maintains your car.7 1 Roadside Assistance repairs may involve charges for parts, service and towing. Depending on the circumstances, these services may be provided by an outside service, courtesy of Mercedes-Benz Roadside Assistance.   2 Please see your dealer for warranty details as well as for terms, conditions and pricing for extended limited warranty options. A surcharge applies if purchased after the first 12 months.   3 Whichever comes first. Requires use of 229.5-spec oil and high-performance fleece oil filter. Driver is responsible for monitoring fluid levels and tire pressures between service visits. See Maintenance Booklet for details.   4 Dealer will inspect tires and set inflation pressure. Follow tire manufacturer’s recommendations.   5 First year’s basic Tele Aid service provided at no additional cost with subscription. Subscription and acquaintance call required for service to be active. Service operates only where cellular and GPS coverage are available.   6 For full details of Sign and Drive services, as well as the Roadside Assistance Program, please see your dealer.   7 Certain restrictions may apply. Terms, conditions and dealer participation may vary. 2006 Mercedes - Benz CLK - Class © 2005 Mercedes-Benz USA, LLC Marketing Communications All illustrations and specifications contained in this brochure are based on the latest product infor­mation available at the time of publication. Mercedes-Benz reserves the right to make changes at any time, without notice, in colors, materials, equipment, specifications and models. Any varia­tions in colors shown are due to reproduction variations of the printing process. Illustrations may include test situations. Some vehicles may be shown with non-U.S. equipment. Some vehicles are shown with optional equipment. HomeLink is a registered trademark of Prince, a Johnson Controls Company. harman/kardon and LOGIC7 are registered trademarks of Harman International Industries, Inc. CLK-Class CLK 350   CLK 500   CLK 55 AMG Mercedes-Benz 2006    In an effort to minimize the environmental impact of this brochure, Mercedes-Benz uses a recycled coated paper that is guaran­teed in writing to contain a minimum of 10% postconsumer waste.­ We Star t Wi t h A Printed in U.S.A. /100 Look beneath the surface of a CLK-Class and discover why a Mercedes-Benz really is unlike any other automobile. MC-05-707 Mercedes-Benz USA, LLC One Mercedes Drive Montvale, NJ 07645 1-800-FOR-MERCEDES MBUSA.com CLK 500 Coupe shown on cover in optional Obsidian Black metallic with optional sport suspension and Premium Package.