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CLK55
This is a reprint from press information supplied by Mercedes-Benz:
2001 - 2002 CLK55 AMG Coupe
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The first entry from the Mercedes-Benz CLK-Class into the AMG lineup, the CLK55 AMG Coupe features the most powerful naturally aspirated engine AMG has ever offered in the United States.
This handcrafted, 342hp 5.5-liter V8 engine takes just 4.9 seconds to go from standstill to 60 mph. Its torque characteristics are equally impressive. The double-fluted intake system provides excellent cylinder charge resulting in over 376 lb-ft of available torque between 3,000 and 4,300 rpm.
Equipped with TouchShift automatic transmission, the CLK55 gives drivers the choice of Formula One inspired clutchless manual or automatic shifting. Equally responsive is the CLK55's AMG sport suspension, upgraded with thicker front and rear stabilizer bars, performance-tuned springs and gas-charged shock absorbers.
| engine | |
| type | 90 degree V-8, die cast alloy block, alloy heads. |
| displacement | 5.5L |
| bore | 3.82 in. |
| stroke | 3.62 in. |
| compression ratio | 10.5:1 |
| output | 342 hp @ 5,500 rpm |
| torque | 376 lb-ft @ 3,000 - 4,300 rpm |
| valve gear | Chain-driven SOHC, 3-valves per cylinder |
| redline | 6,000 rpm |
| drivetrain | |
| type | 5-speed automatic with Touch Shift |
| final drive ratio | 2.82 |
| 1st gear | 3.59 |
| 2nd gear | 2.19 |
| 3rd gear | 1.41 |
| 4th gear | 1.00 |
| 5th | 0.83 |
| reverse | 3.16 |
| performance | |
| acceleration1 | 4.9 |
| top speed | 155 MPH (Limited) |
- Stated rates of acceleration are based upon manufacturer's track results and may vary depending on model, environmental and road surface conditions, driving style, elevation and vehicle load
| suspension | |
| front | Independent double wishbone with triangular lower control arms, antidive geometry and stabilizer bar. Separate gas-pressurized shock absorbers and coil springs. |
| rear | Independent 5-arm multilink with geometry for antilift, antisquat and alignment control and stabilizer bar. Separate AMG-Bilstein gas-pressurized shock absorbers and progressive-rate coil springs. |
| brakes | |
| front & rear | Dual-circuit power-assisted 4-wheel ventilated disc. Two piece front rotors with 4-piston calipers |
| steering | |
| type | Recirculating-ball with power assist and hydraulic damper. |
| turns lock to loc | 3.2 |
| turning circle curb to curb | 35.2 |
| wheels and tires | |
| wheel size (front) | 7.5Jx17 |
| wheel size (rear) | 8.5Jx17 |
| wheel type | Aluminum Alloy |
| tires | 225/45 ZRR17 front, 245/40 ZRR17 rear |
| dimensions and weight |
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| wheelbase | 105.9 in./2,690 mm | |
| front track | 59.3 in/1,505 mm | |
| rear track | 58.0 in/1,473 mm | |
| length | 180.3 in/4,577 mm | |
| width | 67.8 in/1,722 mm | |
| height | 54.0 in/1,371 mm | |
| curb weight | 3485 Coupe / 3845 Cabriolet | |
| coefficient of drag | 0.31 Coupe / 0.32 Cabriolet (roof up) | |
| power to weight ratio | 10.19 Coupe / 11.24 Cabriolet | |
| standard features | Xenon HID headlamps with headlamp washers, rain sensing windshield wipers, AMG-designed front air dam, side skirts and rear apron, performance exhaust system with dual polished stainless-steel finishers, multifunction steering wheel, power front window with one touch express up/down, electronic cruise control, auto-dimming rearview mirror, dual zone climate control, 10-way power front seats with 3-position memory, heated front seats, nappa leather upholstery, black birdseye maple trim. | |
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© 2005 Marcus Blair Fitzhugh
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