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2003 Mercedes-Benz CLK-Class consumer reviews

$43,900 starting MSRP
side view of 2003 CLK-Class Mercedes-Benz
(18 reviews)
94% of drivers recommend this car
Rating breakdown (out of 5):
  • Comfort 4.7
  • Interior 4.7
  • Performance 4.7
  • Value 4.4
  • Exterior 4.9
  • Reliability 4.5
Explore the 2003 Mercedes-Benz CLK-Class

very classy car

Ive had 4 Benz automobiles and currently own 2. The 03 CLK Cab (white with blue roof) is still a real pleasure to drive. Handles the curves and hills of western Pennsylvania like a dream and with the added luxury one would expect and i demand. Classic looks still have head turning charisma. Pushing 10 years old with 32K miles. Lovin it!

Rating breakdown (out of 5):
  • Comfort 4.0
  • Interior 5.0
  • Performance 4.0
  • Value 4.0
  • Exterior 5.0
  • Reliability 5.0
  • Purchased a Used car
  • Used for Having fun
  • Does recommend this car
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2003 clk 500

I just purchased this car. if youve never driven a mercedes before, its quite the experience the first time you do so. this mercedes however gives an even better experience. the feeling of driving this car is incredible. It literally feels like a german luxury sports car to the max. the engine on the 500 is very very serious. this thing is OUT just by scraping the gas pedal. I never understood how people could get compliments on their cars DAILY...but it is very true. I just bought it and ive gotten soooo manyyyy compliments. the body is beautiful, and whats really cool is the absence of the b pillar. so with all 4 windows down and your sunroof up, the look is something very rare and amazing. the interior is black leather and very comfortable. all types of buttons and gadgets that can do pretty cool things especially for an 03. i would recommend this car to anybody who can not only afford the car but also the repairs. EVERY car needs some kind of repair throughout its life and trust me...you will be more than happy to get scheduled maintenance on the car, because you will fall in love with it as soon as you get in.

Rating breakdown (out of 5):
  • Comfort 5.0
  • Interior 5.0
  • Performance 5.0
  • Value 5.0
  • Exterior 5.0
  • Reliability 5.0
  • Purchased a Used car
  • Does recommend this car
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Still Love it

Over time most cars age and lose their appeal. After three years of ownership this car still gives me a thrill. It looks great and the ride is wonderful. I love the ability to accelerate, the V8 makes this car move. Even though this car is now 8 years old and there are a lot of great styles out there I still get compliments almost daily. Funny thing is my wife was the one that wanted it but it was too spirited for her tastes. I ended up making it my daily driver....it does go through 6" of snow very well with the traction control...and I ended up being the one that loves the car.

Rating breakdown (out of 5):
  • Comfort 4.0
  • Interior 4.0
  • Performance 5.0
  • Value 4.0
  • Exterior 5.0
  • Reliability 5.0
  • Purchased a Used car
  • Used for Commuting
  • Does recommend this car
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Luxury for reasonable price

Serviced regularly these cars can go 250k miles. Check for service records and pride os ownership.ideal car for so. California

Rating breakdown (out of 5):
  • Comfort 5.0
  • Interior 5.0
  • Performance 4.0
  • Value 5.0
  • Exterior 5.0
  • Reliability 5.0
  • Purchased a Used car
  • Used for Having fun
  • Does recommend this car
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Handsome Car

Nice engine, confused transmission always shifts up too soon. Not a handling machine, more of a cruiser. Not up to usual quality, some loose and cheap interior components. Unfortunately a target for parking lot damage...this may be my bad luck.

Rating breakdown (out of 5):
  • Comfort 4.0
  • Interior 5.0
  • Performance 4.0
  • Value 4.0
  • Exterior 4.0
  • Reliability 4.0
  • Purchased a Used car
  • Does recommend this car
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sweet ride

wonderful car and it gets 29 mpg on highway and 25 around town!! unbelievable!! rides amazing and it's just a sweet car!!

Rating breakdown (out of 5):
  • Comfort 5.0
  • Interior 5.0
  • Performance 5.0
  • Value 5.0
  • Exterior 5.0
  • Reliability 5.0
  • Purchased a Used car
  • Used for Having fun
  • Does recommend this car
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AWESOME RIDE!!!

Bought used, best vehicle I've owned. Smooth ride, great features! I love how the side windows open as an infinity window! Would recomend FOR SURE!!!!

Rating breakdown (out of 5):
  • Comfort 5.0
  • Interior 5.0
  • Performance 5.0
  • Value 5.0
  • Exterior 5.0
  • Reliability 5.0
  • Purchased a Used car
  • Used for Commuting
  • Does recommend this car
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Great car

I have the CLK 320 Cabriolet. It is a great car, fun to drive and does really well on gas. I am averaging 22 MPG in the city and 28 on the highway. Handling is superb and this car has the best turn radius of any car out there. The car is fairly comfortable. Seats adjust to nearly any position. One bad thing is leg room in the rear seating. This car is really a two seater with four seats. It is a pleasure to drive.

Rating breakdown (out of 5):
  • Comfort 4.0
  • Interior 4.0
  • Performance 5.0
  • Value 5.0
  • Exterior 5.0
  • Reliability 5.0
  • Purchased a Used car
  • Does recommend this car
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