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W209 · 2002–2010

Mercedes CLK 200 Kompressor W209 · 163 hp (2002 to 2010)

The Mercedes CLK 200 Kompressor of the W209 generation uses the M271 1.8 petrol engine with 163 hp.

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Technical specifications

Fuel
Petrol
Power
163 PS / 120 kW
Displacement
1 796 cm³
Cylinders
4
Engine code
M271 1.8
Period covered
2002–2010
Documented market
Europe

Transmission

  • Manual · 6 speeds
  • 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

163 hp (120 kW), rear-wheel drive, 6-speed manual or 5-speed automatic. Built from 2002 to 2010.

AutoKarnet advice

In the range

It is the entry-level petrol version of this generation. The M271 1.8 engine is also fitted to: Mercedes Classe C (W203), Mercedes Classe C (W204), Mercedes Classe E (W211), Mercedes Classe E (W212), Mercedes SLK / SLC (SLK R171).

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Maintenance and records

≈: estimated reference — the vehicle’s service indicator prevails.

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]

Brake fluid

Every 2 years

Every 24 months. Time-based replacement, whatever the mileage.

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Spark plugs

60,000 km or 4 years

Replace the full set; worn plugs raise consumption and cause misfires.

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Air filter

60,000 km or 4 years

Replace more often in dusty conditions.

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Cabin filter

30,000 km or 2 years

Often replaced at each service; earlier if smells or persistent misting appear.

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Questions about this version (2)

Which engine is in the Mercedes CLK CLK 200 Kompressor W209?

The M271 1.8 petrol engine (1 796 cc), 163 hp (120 kW).

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Which oil for the Mercedes CLK CLK 200 Kompressor?

A MB 229.5 / 229.51 / 229.52-approved oil suited to the M271 1.8 engine.

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Documentary sources

  1. [1] Rédaction AutoKarnet

    AutoKarnet · FR · Europe · Synthèse éditoriale AutoKarnet · Accessed 09/10/2026

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