Overview & Reviews

This year the CLK's standard eight-speaker Bose audio system is scrapped in favor of a 10-speaker Harman Kardon unit, while the navigation system is now DVD-based. The 320 model gets upgraded standard wheels, and offers a lighting package with foglights that illuminate with the turn signals, or when the steering wheel is turned. The 500's five-speed automatic is replaced with a new seven-speed unit with steering wheel shift controls. Also, ventilated front seats are now optional. The complimentary scheduled maintenance program has been dropped for 2005.

• 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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  Wifes car - 2005 Mercedes-Benz CLK-Class
  By JustOK - October 24 - 9:03 am

  As the title explains, this is my wifes car, I drive a 4-Runner. With a totally un-biased account, I can honestly say this car is too narrow for my 6 215 lbs. frame. The seats arent very comfortable, No lumbard support/ adjustment. The controls/ navigation are difficult to master and as mentioned in previous ratings, one cup holder. Now with all that said, I do have to compliment its mechanical refinement. I mean The Germans are leaps and bounds ahead of us in the automobile industry. I dont have to change the oil for 13,000 miles! We debate over 3 to 5000? The 5 ltr. engine is mated to a 7-spd A/T. for a flawless performance. Man, I wish it were wider...or I was smaller.

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  My New Love - 2005 Mercedes-Benz CLK-Class
  By Alan Chalfin - October 18 - 11:36 pm

  I have never felt so exhilarated by a car before this...I feel like a teenage king behind the wheel. I had no idea how much I would love driving around town in a convertible. Much to my surprise, I gave up no comfort and not much in the quiet department. Its a beauty to see, a pleasure to drive and I love it!

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  Its a winner - 2005 Mercedes-Benz CLK-Class
  By NJS - August 6 - 7:56 am

  Super sporty with a ton of power. Very sleek design is definately an eye catcher. Very sophisticated electronics and audio system.

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  Best Benz yet! - 2005 Mercedes-Benz CLK-Class
  By CLK 320 - April 2 - 3:16 pm

  Ive owned 6 Mercedes, 2 of them SLs and this is by far the most comfortable and fun car yet!

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  Exceeded expectations - 2005 Mercedes-Benz CLK-Class
  By Joey - February 27 - 10:46 pm

  I consider myself a savvy consumer and when a popular consumers mag didnt produce a top notch review, at first I was skeptical. Now after living with the MB320CLK for almost 2 1/2 years, I couldnt be more in love with this vehicle since the day I purchased it for my wifes wedding. It remains absolutely flawless in every aspect. Great looking car, great handling, and you just cant beat a convertible like this in the California sun!

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  Blown Away - 2005 Mercedes-Benz CLK-Class
  By Picky - November 26 - 6:40 am

  I just bought this car, but drove Lexus, BMW and other MBZ models before purchasing and there is not comparison. It handles amazing and the shifters give it the feel of a manual transmission without the annoying clutch. Feels roomier inside than other models and reeks of luxury and performance. I will have a hard time going down in class of car after this one. It is the most fun car I have driven and it is hard to leave it parked for long.

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  It has almost everything - 2005 Mercedes-Benz CLK-Class
  By vic kasner - November 20 - 10:46 pm

  Excellent all around vehicle. Some obvious features missing that is found in lesser priced vehicles. eg compass, easily accessable change holder (lifting up armrest is cumbersome), poorly located cup holder without provision for passenger

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  luv my benz - 2005 Mercedes-Benz CLK-Class
  By mauman - August 16 - 6:56 pm

  a great car to drive and be seen driving. mercedes is a lot more affordable than one would think.this is mb number three i have bought this year. they are addictive. my lease payment is the same as a 40k american depreciating junker.

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  CLK500 - 2005 Mercedes-Benz CLK-Class
  By CLk500 coupe - May 1 - 11:40 am

  Great riding and driving car. After almost 10k miles 0 defects! Does not appear to enjoy the resale value of my 2000! However I feel the car is far superior to my previous CLK430!

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  Fabulous, Sleek and Sexy 2005 CLK Cabrio - 2005 Mercedes-Benz CLK-Class
  By tamalama - April 30 - 11:50 am

  I love my new cabriolet. Eyes follow it everywhere -- thumbs up and winks from all over the road. The ride is great - - smooth and comfortable and I love the way the car hugs the road. Handling is great! And love those new standard rims.