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| Performance | 8.5/10  |
|---|---|
| Practicality | 7.8/10 |
| Reliability | 9.2/10 |
| Value for Money | 8.1/10 |
| Reviewer Rating | 8.5/10 |
| Overall Rating | 7.6/10  |
By khas01
on 21st Sep 2005
| Year Manufactured | 2001 |
|---|---|
| Length of ownership | 3 months |
| Doors | 2 |
| Performance | 9/10 |
| Practicality | 6/10 |
| Reliability | 9/10 |
| Value for money | 7/10 |
| Overall value | 8/10 |
 khas01's recommendation | |
Looks, practicality and pace.
Cramped in back, long doors make car parks interesting. Poor rear visibilty.
I looked at BMW 330Ci and CLK before choosing the Mercedes Benz CLK 320. It is a very good motor. Great styling and all you would expect of a coupe. Mine has 17 inch AMG wheels and sports suspension. This transforms the car from a softie to a much firmer handling car.
The engine is strong and smooth. The autobox is a strong point. The tiptronic function is useful and allows greater control.
The build quality has been a bit shonky of late, but the CLK seems to have escaped the worst of it. The light switches in the roof are a bit flimsy, though the rest of the car is very solid. The dash is good, and equipment levels are what you pay for. Merc have never been generous with toys.
Seats are comfortable. This is really for two front people. The rear seats are useful for short jorneys or small people. It can be a bit claustrophobic as the rear windows are fixed. The boot is huge, and would not disgrace a saloon car.
I would recommend this if you want a stylish coupe. If you want a (slightly) better drive then get a BMW. The BM's problem is that it fails the first coupe test. It is basically a 2 door salooon.
The CLK is a strong all round performer without being the best in any category. It does the basics right, and great for wafting around town.
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