Used 1998 Mercedes-Benz CLK-Class
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1998 Mercedes-Benz CLK-Class Overview
CLK-Class Consumer Sentiment
Owners give this generation Mercedes-Benz CLK-Class (1998-2002) a 4.4 out of 5 rating, which is higher than most, and 88% recommend it. These figures are based on 207 consumer reviews, like these:
What Owners are Saying About the 1998 Mercedes-Benz CLK-Class
"BEAUTIFUL CAR"
"I own a CLK 430 and I tell you its overall a beautiful car if your an enthusiast of high performance and styling. Love the V8 power and ESP.But I reccomend this car only if you can afford the maintenance costs($130 oil changes for example). I also had issues with my power seats, temperature guage and display -along with having to replace a bulb somewhere ever so often; trunk, interior light(both), signal, fog light(both), and rear brake light."
"Huge Value!!"
"I just can't believe you can get this awesome car that cost $50,000 new for around $15,000 now. Good mileage, unreal handling and "planted in the seat" power. The best value on the road today!!"
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"This is my first car. I was so excited to drive it. After a year i finally understand the word "fast". I pushed this car to the limit A LOT. I am still pushing. I have a CLK320 and ive pushed it to 135 and i can go more but the word "cop" comes to mind. I recomend this vehicle to EVERYONE. very safe car. Fast, agility is amazing, and very stylish. I love this car. No one will take it away from me!"
Overall 1998 Mercedes-Benz CLK-Class Quality
User sentiment suggests the overall quality of the 1998 Mercedes-Benz CLK-Class is above average for its class. Owners rated the 1998 Mercedes-Benz CLK-Class quality a 4.5 out of 5.
1998 Mercedes-Benz CLK-Class Reliability
The 1998 Mercedes-Benz CLK-Class receives an average consumer rating of 4.4 overall and a 4.5 for reliability, which means owners consider its reliability to be above average.
Favorite 1998 CLK-Class Features
According to drivers of the 1998 CLK-Class, here are some of its best features:
- Fun to drive , lots of get up and go
- Yes you pay alot but you get alot
- Very reliable and fun
- Really fun car to drive with the top down
- Fun to drive
1998 Mercedes-Benz CLK-Class MPG by Trim
1998 CLK-Class CLK 320 Coupe 2D - city 19 MPG - hwy 27 MPG
1998 CLK-Class Safety
1998 Mercedes-Benz CLK-Class Safety Features
- Child Door Locks: Not available
- Child Seat Anchors: Not available
- Driver Airbag
- Passenger Airbag
- Rear Side Airbag
- Slip Control
- Front Side Airbag
- Rear Parking Sensors
1998 Mercedes-Benz CLK-Class
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1998 Mercedes-Benz CLK-Class Depreciation
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1998 Mercedes-Benz Clk-Class Annual Depreciation
Year | Vehicle Depreciation* | Resale Value | Trade-In Value | ||
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
2021 | - | $3,043 | $1,520 | ||
2022 | $130 | $2,913 | $1,238 | ||
2023 | $53 | $2,860 | $1,163 | ||
2024 | $29 | $2,831 | $1,127 |
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2-Year Forecasted Depreciation
*Depreciation for the last 12 months of the private party resale value.
1998 Mercedes-Benz Clk-Class Depreciation
Annual Depreciation is an estimation of what your vehicle's value might be over time based on an average of similar vehicles. Estimations are calculated by comparing Kelley Blue Book Private Party Values of vehicles similar to yours over time, as well as forecasts from Manheim Auction data comparing current and projected auction values against current Kelley Blue Book Private Party and Trade-In Values. This is not a guarantee of actual depreciation. Local weather conditions, market factors and driver performance will also impact your vehicle's actual depreciation.
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Specifications
Dimensions, Weights & Capacities
Curb Weight | 3240 lbs. | ||
|---|---|---|---|
EPA Passenger | 80.7 cu.ft. | ||
Fuel Capacity | 16.4 gallons | ||
Front Head Room | 36.9 inches | ||
Front Leg Room | 41.9 inches | ||
Max Seating Capacity | 4 | ||
Overall Length | 180.2 inches | ||
Front Shoulder Room | 52.9 inches | ||
Trunk or Cargo Capacity | 11.0 cu.ft. | ||
Turning Diameter | 35.1 feet | ||
Wheel Base | 105.9 inches | ||
Width with mirrors | 67.8 inches |
Exterior
Alloy Wheels | Available | ||
|---|---|---|---|
Moon Roof/Sun Roof | Available | ||
Number of Doors | 2 doors | ||
Rear Spoiler | Available |
Fuel Economy
City | 19 mpg | ||
|---|---|---|---|
Highway | 27 mpg | ||
Combined | 22 mpg |
Mechanical
Drivetrain | RWD | ||
|---|---|---|---|
Transmission Type | Automatic |
Performance
Horsepower | 215 @ 5500 RPM | ||
|---|---|---|---|
Torque | 229 @ 4600 rpm | ||
Engine | V6, 3.2 Liter | ||
0 to 60 | 6.9 seconds | ||
Top Speed | 130 mph |
Warranty
Basic | 4 years / 50000 miles | ||
|---|---|---|---|
Powertrain | 4 years / 50000 miles |
Entertainment
Interior
Seating
Technology
1998 Mercedes-Benz CLK-Class Safety
Safety Features & Technology
Compare to Similar Vehicles
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|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| KBB.com Rating | N/A | 4.7 | 4.4 | 4.4 | |
| Consumer Rating | 4.4 | 4.8 | 4.3 | N/A | |
| Fuel Economy | City 19/Hwy 27/Comb 22 MPG | City 21/Hwy 27/Comb 24 MPG | City 16/Hwy 23/Comb 19 MPG | City 16/Hwy 23/Comb 19 MPG | |
| Fuel Type | Gas | Gas | Gas | Gas | |
| Seating Capacity | 4 | 2 | 4 | 4 | |
| Basic Warranty | 4 years or 50000 miles | 4 years or 50000 miles | 4 years or 50000 miles | 4 years or 50000 miles | |
| Horsepower | 215 @ 5500 RPM | 300 @ 6500 RPM | 473 @ 6250 RPM | 473 @ 6250 RPM | |
| Engine | V6, 3.2 Liter | 4-Cyl, Turbo, 2.0 Liter | 6-Cyl, Twin Turbo, 3.0 Liter | 6-Cyl, Twin Turbo, 3.0 Liter | |
| Drivetrain | RWD | RWD | RWD | RWD |