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The 2005 Mercedes-Benz CLK solved a big problem for the company: meaning that the over-six-feet crowd could now actually stretch out its legs. Finally you can add the word "comfort" to go with the distinctive exterior -- and that goes for everyone inside. Now your passengers won't emerge looking like they need a trip to the chiropractor's, thanks to two quite roomy back seats.


Outside things are pretty much the same: the 2005 Mercedes-Benz CLK basically reeks of restrained sophistication. We've got the photos to prove it, plus the specs, reviews and pricing stats too. If your wallet can handle things, we've got financing information as well. Enjoy.

'05 Mercedes-Benz CLK

The 2005 Mercedes-Benz CLK is a two door, four passenger vehicles that comes in two models, coupe and convertible. The 2005 CLK’s offer a sporty yet stylish design and feel.

There are three trims, the CLK 500 which has a V8 engine that gives 302 horsepower, a CLK320 with a V6 engine and gives 215 horsepower, and a CLK55 that has a V8 engine and 362 horsepower.

They are equipped with an automatic transmission that can be had as a seven speed which is found in the CLK 500 or a five speed automatic found in the other trims. A manual gate shift is available for the two transmissions and manual-shift steering-wheel buttons is available on the V8. A sport suspension can be found on the CLK55.

The 2005 Mercedes-Benz CLK convertibles come fitted with roll bars in the headrests and there are also antilock brakes, antiskid control, and airbags to the front, rear and curtain sid

2005 Mercedes-Benz CLK

Redesigned by Mercedes in 2003, the 2005 Mercedes-Benz CLK series did away with the B-pillars, giving the cars additional weight and torsion stiffness.

The 2005 CLK series provides the usual Mercedes elegance, with the perfect blend of power and control. This series is one of the best that this German car manufacturer has to offer, and one look at the stylish exterior speak volumes.

The 2005 Mercedes-Benz CLK is available with three engine types – there is a 3.2 liter V-6 engine that produces 215 hp for the Cabriolet and the CLK320 coupe, and then there is the more powerful 5.0 liter engine that produces a huge 362 horsepower. There is also a V-8 364 horsepower 5.5 liter engine that is only available with the CLK55 AMG.

Safety features are extensive including four side-impact airbags designed with special emphasis on saving passengers from head and thorax damage with front side impact airbags in the Cabriolet.

The Mercedes Electronic Stability Program and anti-lock brakes come as standard features making it one of the safest cars on the road. The CLK is unquestioningly one of the most pleasurable cars to drive, especially the CLK500 Cabriolet.