Mercedes-Benz CLK-Class Coupé (C209) · CLK Coupé

C209

Refined second-generation CLK styling.

Production
2002–2010
Built
167,899
Body
Coupé
Chassis
C209
Mercedes-Benz CLK-Class Coupé (C209) (C209)

Sharper creases and a wider stance signaled maturity — the C209 CLK Coupé took the compact two-door formula established by the C208 and refined it into a more athletic, more technically advanced machine.

Mercedes-Benz introduced the second-generation CLK Coupé in 2002 on the W209 platform, sharing architecture with the C209/A209 range. Styling moved toward the brand's early-2000s design language; engines expanded to include the 5.0-liter and 5.4-liter AMG V8s that made the CLK 55 and CLK 63 genuine performance cars. The C209 also served as the basis for the CLK DTM AMG limited edition — a aerodynamic homage to Mercedes-Benz's Deutsche Tourenwagen Masters program.

Built from 2002 to 2009, the C209 CLK Coupé was the last generation to carry the CLK name before Mercedes-Benz consolidated its coupé strategy around the E-Class and C-Class two-doors.

C209 interior
Cabin details of the C209, as preserved in period photography.

Every model.

15 model designations across 2002–2010 — engines, chassis codes and production figures for the C209.

ModelLata modeloweZbudowanoPodwozieSilnikSkrzynia biegówRazem
CLK 220 CDI2006–201005.2005–2010209.308646.963uwzględnione powyżej
CLK 270 CDI2003–200509.2002–05.2005209.31664638,393
CLK 320 CDI2006–201005.2005–2010209.320642.910uwzględnione powyżej
CLK 200 CGI2004–200507.2003–04.2005209.343271.942482
CLK 200 Kompressor200605.2005–12.2006209.342271.940uwzględnione powyżej
CLK 200 Kompressor2007–201012.2006–2010209.341271.950uwzględnione powyżej
CLK 200 Kompressor2003–200507.2002–05.2005209.342271.94045,848
CLK 2402002–200502.2002–05.2005209.361112.91223,345
CLK 2802006–201006.2005–2010209.354272.940uwzględnione powyżej
CLK 3202002–200502.2002–05.2005209.365112.95539,897
CLK 3502006–201006.2005–2010209.356272.960uwzględnione powyżej
CLK 5002002–200502.2002–05.2005209.375113.96816,941
CLK 500200605.2005–06.2006209.375113.968uwzględnione powyżej
CLK 5002007–2010—209.372273uwzględnione powyżej
CLK 55 AMG2003–200509.2002–05.2005209.376113.9872,893
CLK DTM AMG20042004–2004209.342113.994722.695100
CLK 55 AMG200605.2005–05.2006209.376113.987uwzględnione powyżej
CLK 63 AMG2007–201006.2006–2010209.377156.982722.907uwzględnione powyżej

* Opublikowana liczba produkcji obejmuje każdą serię tego modelu; źródło nie rozbija jej dalej.

C209 side profile
Studio profile of the C209 — the proportions that defined this chassis.

Year by year.

AMG specials, DIRECT CONTROL and the main 2006-model-year facelift — the material C209 CLK changes.

  1. 2003
    • The C209 reached the US as CLK 320 and CLK 500 coupés with pillarless side glass, four-link front suspension and standard ESP.
    • The CLK 55 AMG added a 362-hp 5.4-litre M113 V8, AMG brakes, suspension, bodywork and quad exhaust outlets.
  2. 2004
    • The European-only CLK DTM AMG used a 582-hp supercharged M113, widened composite bodywork, fixed-back seats and extensive chassis changes; 100 coupés were built.
    • Mid-year updates introduced DIRECT CONTROL axle bearings and steering, revised controls and audio/navigation, optional steering-wheel shift buttons and 7G-Tronic on the CLK 500.
  3. 2006
    • The main facelift brought a V-shaped lower intake, three-bar grille, revised tail lamps, new instruments and higher-grade switches and trim.
    • New M272 V6 models replaced CLK 240/320 with CLK 280/350; CLK 220 and CLK 320 CDI diesels joined in Europe.
  4. 2007
    • The CLK 55 AMG gave way to the CLK 63 AMG with the naturally aspirated M156 V8 and seven-speed AMG Speedshift.
    • The 5.5-litre M273 V8 replaced the 5.0-litre M113; US cars were badged CLK 550 while many other markets retained CLK 500.
  5. 2009
    • Final US model year for the C209; the E-Class Coupé replaced it even though it used the subsequent 207-series designation.
  6. 2010
    • Production of remaining C209 variants ended for markets outside the US.
C209 rear three-quarter view
Rear three-quarter view of the C209.