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W209 · 2005–2010

Mercedes CLK 280 W209 · 231 hp (2005 to 2010)

The Mercedes CLK 280 of the W209 generation uses the M272 3.0 V6 petrol engine with 231 hp.

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Technical specifications

Fuel
Petrol
Power
231 PS / 170 kW
Displacement
2 996 cm³
Cylinders
6
Engine code
M272 3.0 V6
Period covered
2005–2010
Documented market
Europe

Transmission

  • Automatic · 7 speeds

Figures apply to the cited configuration and market; equipment and transmissions may vary by production date.

Specification source : [1] AutoKarnet

This version

231 hp (170 kW), rear-wheel drive, 7-speed automatic. Built from 2005 to 2010.

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In the range

It sits between the CLK 200 Kompressor (163 hp) and the CLK 350 (272 hp). The M272 3.0 V6 engine is also fitted to: Mercedes Classe C (W203), Mercedes Classe C (W204), Mercedes Classe E (W211), Mercedes Classe V (Viano W639), Mercedes SLK / SLC (SLK R171), Mercedes GLK (X204).

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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.

Source [1]

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.

Source [1]

Questions about this version (2)

Which engine is in the Mercedes CLK CLK 280 W209?

The M272 3.0 V6 petrol engine (2 996 cc), 231 hp (170 kW).

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Which oil for the Mercedes CLK CLK 280?

A MB 229.5 / 229.51 / 229.52-approved oil suited to the M272 3.0 V6 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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