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Preview: 2009 Mercedes Benz CLK

 
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Preview: 2009 Mercedes Benz CLK

Preview: 2009 Mercedes Benz CLK

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Mercedes Benz has lost ground in the premium coupe segment against its main rival BMW and its more recent E92 3-series coupe, so it comes as little surprise that engineers are rushing to sign-off on the final design for the all-new 2009 CLK. Just last month, a near production ready CLK test mule was spotted undergoing cold-weather testing in Sweden and this latest rendering gives us a clue as to what the final car will look like.

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Designers have followed the style set by the larger S-Class sedan with the new CLK picking up a high waistline wedged profile and a chiseled front end with angular headlights. The new lights are a departure to the current model’s conjoined circular units, featuring a squared look that’s rumored to star on the next-generation E-Class sedan as well.

Powertrains will be similar to the C-Class sedan including the new 272hp 3.5L V6 engine as well as Mercedes' 5.5L V8 for the CLK500 flagship. An even more powerful AMG version is guaranteed; sporting the 503hp hand built 6.2L V8 engine. The CLK will be offered with optional 4Matic AWD and could possibly come with a new mild-hybrid option.

To capture ground lost to its rivals, Mercedes will beef up the CLK range with the latest technology shared with the more expensive S-Class. The new coupe is likely to pick up Mercedes’ Presafe brake assist, night vision, the latest COMAND system and possibly even an active suspension system. The CLK is expected to be revealed at next year’s Geneva Motor Show, with the first sales likely to start towards the end of 2008.



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  1. By Jovan Lloyd Posted: 4/1/2007 6:02pm PDT

    I look the new CLK alot! I cant wait to see it in red or black........
     
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  2. By Jovan Lloyd Posted: 4/1/2007 6:03pm PDT

    I like the new CLK alot! I cant wait to see it in red or black……..
     
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  3. By frank Posted: 6/12/2007 7:40am PDT

    Can anyone confirm whether the next clk convertible will be a tin top or ragtop as the bmw is looking very tempting & I can't believe Mercedes will get left behind??
     
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  4. By Huey Lewis Posted: 4/29/2008 7:22am PDT

    Who cares about a new CLK. Even the 382 horsepower engine is slower than a 330 BMW that cost so much less. What is benz doing.
     
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  5. By matthew Posted: 5/4/2008 8:17pm PDT

    Who Cares about the BMW330 (huey Lewis) the BMW cost less because you get less. BMW are no where.

    And you frank, Mercedes-Benz had a folding hard top 10 years before BMW so who was left behind really.!!

    If it was not for Mercedes-Benz brands like BMW would not even have ABS, or Airbags, or seat belts for that matter.

    Mercedes-Benz is KING bring on the new CLK
     
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  6. By Flooi Posted: 7/7/2008 6:58am PDT

    The new CLK will look amazing and with the roof down the sound will blow you away !!!Cabrio benz ftw !!!
     
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