Overview & Reviews

Last year's Mercedes CLK320 gets a new 3.5-liter V6 for 2006 and is subsequently renamed the CLK350. New 17-inch alloy wheels and a seven-speed automatic transmission are also part of the upgrade. The more powerful CLK500 has a sportier interior this year, as well as an AMG-sourced exhaust. Finally, all 2006 CLKs have new active head restraints and a new grille and taillights.

• Powerful engines, solid chassis, composed ride, comfortable front seats, fast power top operation in Cabriolet.

• High price, some subpar plastic trim, a few hard-to-use controls.

User Reviews:

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  Worst car i ever owned!!!! - 2006 Mercedes-Benz CLK-Class
  By Ashly - August 15 - 3:50 pm

  I bought my 06 4 weeks ago, i have since traded up to an Acura TL ( yes, i said up) the TL blows the clk i had out of the water. This was the worst car experience ive ever had. I owned the car two weeks when the transmission went out! I had it towed to mercedes where i had my " manufacturers warranty" For them to tell me to wait a week with NO loaner car! ( said they dont give loaners anymore) For an answer. They were not helpful whatsoever and lacked hugely in their customer service. I was so unhappy with the car i traded for a real one... Acura Tl.All the things wrong- the windows were rattling and loose, failed transmission , rear foglamp out, side turn signal light broken, allot

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  Love At First Sight - 2006 Mercedes-Benz CLK-Class
  By Dean Farris - July 31 - 3:40 am

  Well, OK, since I could not swing the 1970 280 SL of my dreams, since it would be very impractical in South Florida, I opted for the 06 Mercedes CLK-350 coupe. Oh yes, its a sweet ride, and I jump out of bed every morning and look forward to the pleasure of driving this little jewel to work. I chose black with an ivory interior. My last CLK was a 320 and it was in a gorgeous pewter color, but I did have some electrical probs with it. So far this 06 CLK350 has been a dream. It is a work of art, and when you get behind the wheel you feel like youve arrived with all the leather, polished burlwood, and the slightly retro design of the dash and fittings. Yes, its my baby.

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  Love this car - 2006 Mercedes-Benz CLK-Class
  By mstrebe - June 13 - 7:33 pm

  The new 7 speed transmission is interesting. It improves fuel economy with no performance loss, but you do have to get used to things like double gear drop downs and the fact that the car runs at about 2000 rpm vice 3000 at typical freeway speed. The new electronics suite is greatly improved over 2004, but the harmon/kardon audio isnt quite as good at the surround processing as the Bose system in the 2004 or as loud. the iPod option works really well--way better than the 3rd party junk thats out ther.

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  2 Years Later - 2006 Mercedes-Benz CLK-Class
  By Max Headroom - March 31 - 8:36 am

  We picked this car up in Germany in Oct,2005, fresh off the 2006 production line. I highly recommend their white-glove international delivery. We tooled around on the autobahn at speeds of 120- 130mph with little effort. I only recently went on a road trip of any length in the U.S.; 2000 miles to NY and back to Atlanta. What a dream on the road! Surprizingly, room for 2 suitcases,a computer tower,various coolers and tote bags without having to put the top up! Mileage ran at 30mpg @ 70-80 cruising speed. Because this is a performance car, the ride is stiff, but not intolerable for long trips. The adjustability of the driver seat makes finding a comfortable setting easy. Navi system is adequate.

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  Good but not greatest - 2006 Mercedes-Benz CLK-Class
  By bu - February 23 - 7:00 am

  Electrical problem at 1500 miles which is disturbing in view of Mercedes history of electrical problems. Otherwise good driving. Somewhat lower fuel economy than on sticker.

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  CLK500 CAB - 2006 Mercedes-Benz CLK-Class
  By ELVAS - February 14 - 12:26 pm

  I have been a master Mercedes-Benz technician for 38 years. I have my own shop & know where every problem MB has. This is the best built, fun to drive, head turning, MB I have seen since the 71 280SE cabro. It is the Designo version & the leather/paint combo is a joy to look at. I know all of the complaints about MB, & if anyone should be mad at them its me. But this is a car they can truly be proud of. There is no way Lexus, BMW, or the others can match the beauty & Soul this car has. Mercedes...keep up the good work!

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  After having a 3rd Lexus... - 2006 Mercedes-Benz CLK-Class
  By Daves MB - February 7 - 8:46 am

  This is my first Mercedes and I love it! Ive owned 3 Lexus models and a BMW but have never enjoyed a car as much. How much do I love this car? I never had one single problem with any of my previous Lexus cars and Ive had 10 things replaced or fixed on this CLK... and I still wouldnt switch back. (Nothing related to the drivetrain and all covered under warranty of course... hope you like your service department!) The car looks best with the windows down... no B pillar- sexy!

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  The best - 2006 Mercedes-Benz CLK-Class
  By LHANN - November 28 - 1:50 am

  I have owned 19 cars, five of which were Benz. My favorites were the 1965 250S and the current CLK 350. Its a dream on the interstate but it is equally a pleasure to cruise the beach. My only complaints are that the trunk is a bit on the cozy side, especially with the top down, and the navigation system is CD driven. However, the navigation system is very good and I would never buy another car without the factory installed system. Gas mileage is outstanding. On the interstate I get 28 regularly (at 80+ mph), although city driving is considerably less. Although the model styling is a few years old I still get many wonderful comments and thumbs up from drivers on the road.

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  Absolute Blast to Drive! - 2006 Mercedes-Benz CLK-Class
  By IridiumCLK - October 28 - 10:56 am

  Since I purchased my CLK350 in February 06, I have had nothing but an ear to ear grin while driving my car. It handles like its on rails and performs incredibly well. I recently took it to the track and ran a 14.3 second quarter mile. Nuff said. Oh, and got 33.5 mpg on the highway on my drive home with cruise set to 70mph! The 7-speed transmission is very slick... not many cars can boast a 70mph cruising speed at only 1,700-2,000 rpm! It is very versatile; it is an extremely refined executive sports car but will effortlessly release the beast within whenever you want to! This is an incredible car and I have no regrets on my purchase whatsoever!

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  CLK500 Convertible - 2006 Mercedes-Benz CLK-Class
  By Yogi - September 3 - 9:50 pm

  I just got the CLK500 Conv. Let me telling you something, what a car. We wanted to get the CLK350 Conv, but the dealer did not have it. We got the DVD, Premium Package. They had the 500 in stock, and were more flexible in selling this one. I got it for $1.00 over invoice. The car is for my wife, and she is so in love with it. She was a previous BMW driver, and we still have her Car. I own a 99 CLK320, and it is still running great for me. It has 171,000 miles on it...