Service A / Service B
25,000 km or 1 year
About 25,000 km or 1 year (ASSYST). Oil and filter at each service; Service B adds filters and wider checks. The ASSYST indicator prevails.
Source [1]W208 · 1997–2003
Mercedes CLK 230 Kompressor W208 · 193 hp (1997 to 2003)
The Mercedes CLK 230 Kompressor of the W208 generation uses the M111 2.3 petrol engine with 193 hp.
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Technical specifications
- Fuel
- Petrol
- Power
- 193 PS / 142 kW
- Displacement
- 2 295 cm³
- Cylinders
- 4
- Engine code
- M111 2.3
- Period covered
- 1997–2003
- Documented market
- Europe
Transmission
- Automatic · 5 speeds
Figures apply to the cited configuration and market; equipment and transmissions may vary by production date.
Specification source : [1] AutoKarnet
This version
193 hp (142 kW), rear-wheel drive, 5-speed automatic. Built from 1997 to 2003.
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In the range
It sits between the CLK 200 (136 hp) and the CLK 320 (218 hp).
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Maintenance and records
≈: estimated reference — the vehicle’s service indicator prevails.
Brake fluid
Every 2 years
Every 24 months. Time-based replacement, whatever the mileage.
Source [1]Spark plugs
60,000 km or 4 years
Replace the full set; worn plugs raise consumption and cause misfires.
Source [1]Air filter
60,000 km or 4 years
Replace more often in dusty conditions.
Source [1]Cabin filter
30,000 km or 2 years
Often replaced at each service; earlier if smells or persistent misting appear.
Source [1]Questions about this version (2)
Which engine is in the Mercedes CLK CLK 230 Kompressor W208?
The M111 2.3 petrol engine (2 295 cc), 193 hp (142 kW).
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Which oil for the Mercedes CLK CLK 230 Kompressor?
A MB 229.5 / 229.51 / 229.52-approved oil suited to the M111 2.3 engine.
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Documentary sources
- [1] Rédaction AutoKarnet
AutoKarnet · FR · Europe · Synthèse éditoriale AutoKarnet · Accessed 09/10/2026