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specifications
The 2008 CLK550 Coupe
MSRP $55,675*
Engine and Drivetrain
Engine 5,461-cc DOHC 32-valve V-8. High-pressure die-cast alloy cylinder block.
Net power 382 hp @ 6,000 rpm
Net torque 391 lb-ft @ 2,800 - 4,800 rpm
Compression ratio 10.7:1
Fuel requirementPremium unleaded gasoline, 91 pump octane.
Fuel tank (capacity -- reserve) 16.4 gal -- 2.1gal
Fuel and ignition system Integrated sequential multipoint fuel injection and ignition includes individual cylinder control of fuel spray, spark timing/phase, and antiknock. Electronic throttle. One high-energy ignition coil and spark plug per cylinder, with 100,000-mile spark plug intervals.
Transmission Driver adaptive 7-speed automatic. Electronically controlled shifting. Driver-adaptive programming adjusts shifts points to the driver's current driving style. Touch Shift allows the driver to manually downshift and allows 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 the vehicle moving in 2nd gear or a second Reverse gear, and upshifts at lower rpm, to help improve control on slippery surfaces.
Drive configuration Rear-wheel drive.
Rear axle ratio 2.65:1
Note: Actual vehicles and specifications may vary.
* MSRP includes $775 transportation and handling charge and excludes all taxes, title/documentary fees, registration, tags, Mercedes-Benz Dealer prep, labor and installation charges, insurance, optional equipment and accessories, certificate of compliance or non-compliance fees, and finance charges. Actual prices may vary by dealer.
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