Return of the CLK

[KillerHERTZ]

The Mercedes C-Class Coupe hasn't been around for very long but a new report is indicating the next-generation model will drop that name and revive the CLK moniker.
Set to be offered as a coupe and convertible, the CLK will reportedly be a "highly emotional driver’s car" that combines attractive styling with a sporty driving experience.
Engine options remain unconfirmed but are rumored to include:
A 2.2-liter CDI four-cylinder with outputs of 170 HP (125 kW), 204 HP (150 kW) and 231 HP (170 kW)
A turbocharged 1.6-liter four-cylinder with 156 HP (114 kW)
A turbocharged 2.0-liter four-cylinder with outputs of 184 HP (135 kW), 211 HP (155 kW) and 252 HP (185 kW)
A twin-turbo 3.0-liter V6 with 333 HP (245 kW)
A 4.0-liter V8 with 462 HP (340 kW)
The model is also expected to ride on the company's modular rear-wheel drive architecture (MRA) which should result in a roomier cabin and a lighter curb weight. Speaking of the latter, Mercedes has reportedly decided to make the doors, roof, front fenders and trunk lid out of lightweight aluminum.
The Mercedes CLK is expected to undercut the Audi A5 and BMW 4-Series when it is introduced in 2015 or 2016.

 

[Springbok]

Never did like the look of the C-Class Coupe. The CLK's pillar-less side profile is what sold me on mine. When do we start seeing pics of the new one?

 

[wemorgan]

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A 2.2-liter CDI four-cylinder with outputs of 170 HP (125 kW), 204 HP (150 kW) and 231 HP (170 kW).

I wonder what the model designation will be for the 231bhp version? CLK 300 CDI?

 

[GP801]

This is good news. I have never liked the E-class coupe with its rather bulbous rear wings - now done away with I am pleased to say. I ike the C coupe but it just does not have the timeless class of the CLK. Bring on the new CLK.

 

[moff]

Think folks are getting a little emotional here ;-)

It's just a name change - a simple marketing ploy copying Audi with the A5 which is an A4 coupe and BMW with the upcoming 4 series. A clever tactic to differentiate the coupes to charge more for them.

The new CLK will just be a coupe version of the C class.

 

[Tack]

This is good news. I have never liked the E-class coupe with its rather bulbous rear wings - now done away with I am pleased to say. I ike the C coupe but it just does not have the timeless class of the CLK. Bring on the new CLK.

This is how I feel, I love my C class coupe, but I really feel that the CLK is ageing really well. CLK Black will be on a wish list for a great deal of time yet.