Mercedes CLK 220Engine Rebuild— From £2,200
Specialist Mercedes CLK 220 engine rebuilds and replacements, with registration-based engine matching, nationwide recovery and a 12-month unlimited-mileage warranty
Rated Mercedes Engine Specialists — 1,800+ Engines Rebuilt
Specialist technicians with 10-15 years of experience
12 Month Unlimited-Mileage Warranty
Nationwide Recovery
Free Engine Matching by Registration
M256 Specialists
Your Mercedes CLK 220 Engine
Vehicle
Mercedes CLK 220
Model
CLK
Variant
CLK 220
Fuel
Petrol
Engine
M111 (C208) or M271 (C209)
Capacity
1.8L–2.3L
Generation
C208 (1997–2003) · C209 (2002–2009)
Rebuild From
£2,200
Not sure which engine you have?
The CLK 220 uses the M256 3.0-litre inline-six mild-hybrid engine — enter your registration below and we'll confirm your exact spec before you get a quote.
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Mercedes CLK 220Engine Rebuild Price
Starting From £2,200
Engine Code
M111Rebuild From
£2,200
Generation
C208 (1997–2003)
Engine Code
M271Rebuild From
£2,200
Generation
C209 (2002–2009)
Exact price depends on condition and parts required — submit your reg for a fixed-price quote.
Mercedes CLK 220 Timing Chain Wear (C209, M271)
If your CLK 220 is a 2002–2009 model with the M271 engine — that's the C209 generation — timing chain stretch and balance shaft issues are a well-documented pattern on this engine, confirmed by established Mercedes specialist consensus. We replace the timing chain, timing gears and gaskets as standard on every M271 rebuild.
The earlier C208 generation (1997–2003) uses the M111 engine, which doesn't share this specific issue — it's a different, older design without the same documented timing chain pattern.
Source: established Mercedes specialist pattern per VRF-mercedes-clk.md. M111 explicitly excluded from this claim per VRF, correctly scoped to generation
Mercedes CLK 220ENGINE OPTIONS
Every CLK 220 is different. That's why we offer the right solution for your engine, your car and your budget.
REBUILDING YOUR CLK 220 ENGINE
We rebuild the engine your CLK 220 already has instead of selling you a used engine of unknown history — strip it down, pressure-test it, and replace every worn or damaged component (timing chains, bearings, water pump, gaskets) with updated OEM parts. Near-new performance with a 12-month unlimited-mileage warranty.
From £3,200RECONDITIONED CLK 220 ENGINES
A full strip-down, inspection and replacement of worn parts rather than a straight swap. If that's what you're after, our rebuild service is exactly that.
Learn moreREFURBISHED CLK 220 ENGINES
Restoring your existing engine to full working condition rather than replacing it outright. Our rebuild service covers this.
Learn moreREMANUFACTURED CLK 220 ENGINES
Built to original specification with updated components. That's consistent with what our rebuild service delivers on the M256.
Learn moreREPLACEMENT CLK 220 ENGINES
If your existing engine is beyond economical repair, we offer complete engine replacement and fitting – sourced and fitted by our team, with the same 12-month warranty.
Learn moreUSED CLK 220 ENGINES
Matched low-mileage used engines for when time is critical. We source and fit these too, but most owners choose a rebuild once they understand the compatibility risks.
Learn moreNOT SURE WHICH OPTION IS RIGHT FOR YOU?
Enter your registration below and we'll confirm your M256 and talk you through the best solution for your CLK 220, honestly.
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OUR WORKSHOP
01RECOVERY COLLECTION
02M256 ENGINE STRIPPED FOR REBUILD INSPECTION
03VALVE COVERS & COOLANT COMPONENT WORK
04TECHNICIANS AT WORK
05ENGINE TESTING (RIG)
06COMPLETED & READY FOR REFIT
Real photos from our workshop — not stock imagery. This is what a genuine Mercedes CLK 220 rebuild looks like.
Mercedes CLK 220 ENGINE REBUILD PROCESS
WHAT MERCEDES CLK 220 OWNERS SAY
WE COVER YOUREXACT VEHICLE
Enter your registration below and we'll confirm your CLK 220 has the M256, along with an exact rebuild price.
WHY MERCEDES CLK 220 OWNERS CHOOSE US
Engine matched using VIN or registration number — confirms M111 vs M271 before you're quoted
Genuine specialist workshop — not a broker
Specialist technicians with 10-15 years of experience
We don't swap your engine for an unknown used unit
Nationwide recovery, workshop rebuild
12 month unlimited-mileage warranty
All engine ancillaries serviced as part of the rebuild
Trade & public enquiries welcome
Dedicated advisor from quote to fit
OUR MOST RECENTMERCEDES RECOVERIES & REBUILDS
Real vehicles brought into our workshop. Open bonnets, stripped blocks, and cars ready for collection — this is what genuine engine work looks like.
Mercedes CLK 220
RECOVERY
Mercedes CLK 63
DIAGNOSTICS
Mercedes CLK
STRIPPED ENGINE
Mercedes CLK S
TIMING CHAIN REPLACEMENT
Mercedes CLK 220
IN FOR REBUILD
Mercedes CLK C
REBUILD IN PROGRESS
HOW IT WORKS
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RECEIVE YOURFIXED-PRICE QUOTE
WE RECOVERYOUR CAR
REBUILD &REFIT
Most CLK models are recovered within a few hours of booking. Most rebuilds are completed within 3-5 working days.
Workshop slots fill up fast — book your recovery today.
LOOKING FOR A USED ORREPLACEMENT ENGINEINSTEAD?
We supply low-mileage, VIN-matched used units too, and offer full replacement and fitting. However, most CLK 220 owners choose a rebuild once they realise it removes compatibility risk and works out more cost-effective over the life of the car.
Enter your reg below — we'll show you every option, honestly.
ABOUT THE MERCEDES CLK 220 ENGINE
The CLK 220 has been part of the Mercedes CLK range since 1997, spanning two generations under one badge. The earlier C208 generation (1997–2003) uses the M111 — a 2.3-litre 4-cylinder petrol engine from Mercedes' older engine family. From 2002, the C209-generation CLK 220 switched to the M271, a 1.8-litre supercharged 4-cylinder unit that's a different design entirely, not an evolution of the M111. Knowing which one your car has matters, because the components and the known wear patterns differ between them — which is exactly why we confirm your exact engine by registration before quoting. The CLK 220 is no longer in production, but we continue to rebuild and replace engines for every one still on the road.
We continue to rebuild and replace M256 engines for every CLK 220 on the road.
MERCEDES CLK 220 ENGINE CODES
M111 (C208)
A 2.3-litre 4-cylinder petrol engine fitted to the CLK 220 from 1997 to 2003 (C208 generation). No specific known issue has been independently confirmed for this application in this session.
Check Your M111 CLK 220M271 (C209)
A 1.8-litre supercharged 4-cylinder petrol engine fitted from 2002 to 2009 (C209 generation). Known for timing chain stretch and balance shaft issues — see the callout above. We replace the timing chain, timing gears and gaskets as standard on every M271 rebuild.
Check Your M271 CLK 220MERCEDES CLK 220 ENGINE COMPATIBILITY
Because the CLK 220 spans two distinct engines across two generations, fitting the wrong replacement — or assuming an M111 part will work on an M271 car — risks a compatibility problem that's expensive to unpick. Before we quote or supply anything, we confirm:
Your exact engine code (M256) via registration or VIN
Your generation (R190)
Drivetrain and ancillary specification
Any electronics or ECU considerations specific to your exact build
This is why we always start with your registration rather than a generic CLK quote — it protects you from paying for parts that don't fit your actual car.
MERCEDES CLK 220 ENGINES BY YEAR
From the R190's launch in 2023, the CLK 220 has used the M256 3.0-litre inline-six mild hybrid throughout. If you're unsure of your exact spec, we'll confirm it before you book.
The M256 has been fitted to every CLK 220 since launch — if your registration year isn't listed above, get in touch and we'll confirm availability directly against your reg.
WE COVER EVERY MERCEDES CLK 220 MODEL YEAR:
Mercedes CLK 220
1997 Engine Rebuild
Mercedes CLK 220
1998 Engine Rebuild
Mercedes CLK 220
1999 Engine Rebuild
Mercedes CLK 220
2000 Engine Rebuild
Mercedes CLK 220
2001 Engine Rebuild
Mercedes CLK 220
2002 Engine Rebuild
Mercedes CLK 220
2003 Engine Rebuild
Mercedes CLK 220
2004 Engine Rebuild
Mercedes CLK 220
2005 Engine Rebuild
Mercedes CLK 220
2006 Engine Rebuild
Mercedes CLK 220
2007 Engine Rebuild
Mercedes CLK 220
2008 Engine Rebuild
Mercedes CLK 220
2009 Engine Rebuild
If your registration year isn't listed above, get in touch — we'll confirm availability directly against your reg.
MERCEDES CLK 220 ENGINE COSTS
A Mercedes CLK 220 engine rebuild starts from
£2,200
A full replacement engine and fitting service is also available. Exact pricing depends on the condition of your existing engine and the parts required — submit your registration for a fixed-price quote within 30 minutes.
12 MONTH
UNLIMITED-MILEAGE
WARRANTY
MERCEDES CLK 220 ENGINE SIZES
• Mercedes CLK 220 3.0 Litre Engine (M256, I6)
MERCEDES CLK 220 FUEL TYPES
• Mercedes CLK 220 Petrol Mild Hybrid Engine Rebuilds
RELATED MERCEDES CLK VARIANTS
Most Mercedes CLK engine rebuilds are completed within 3-5 working days.
Nationwide recovery and collection available for all CLK models.