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Mercedes-Benz SLK (2011-2016)

The Mercedes-Benz SLK range was given a major facelift in 2011 to fit in with the style of the new SLS AMG and keep the range fresh inline with stiff competition from BMW and Porsche. Inside and out it has a whole new look but mechanically it is much as before. That’s no crime though it was and still is a great little sports car.

Mercedes-Benz SLK Details

Production Dates2011-2016
Length 4134 mm / 163 in
Width 2006 mm / 79 in
Height 1301 mm / 51 in
Wheelbase 2430 mm / 96 in
Turning Circle 2430 m / 95669 in
Luggage Capacity 225 litres / 7.95 cu ft
Fuel Tank Capacity 60 litres / 15.9 US gal
Warranty 3 years or unlimited miles
Service Intervals 15,534 miles

Mercedes SLK 200

The Mercedes SLK 200 remains the best driver's car in the range (with the exception of the AMG of course); quick, fun to drive and with the option of a manual gearbox which suits the roadster better than the auto. While the larger engined cars have more power they lack the entertainment of this lightweight manual car.

Specifications

Fuel type Unleaded Petrol
Driven Wheels null-wheel-drive
Engine type Straight 4
Engine Capacity 1796 cc
Power 184@5250 bhp
Torque 184@1800-4600 lb.ft
Transmission type 6-spd manual / 7-spd auto
Kerb Weight 1435 kg / 3164 lb
UK Retail Price from £34,750
UK Insurance Group 41E

Performance

Max speed (manual) 149 mph / 240 kph
Max speed (auto) 147 mph / 237 kph
0-100kmph (manual) 7.3 seconds
0-100kmph (auto) 7 seconds

Economy and Emissions

EU Combined Fuel Economy (manual) 41.5 mpg / 6.8 L/100km
EU Combined Fuel Economy (auto) 43.5 mpg / 6.5 L/100km
CO2 Emissions (manual) 158 g/km
CO2 Emissions (auto) 151 g/km

Mercedes SLK 250

The Mercedes SLK 250 has the same basic engine as the 200 but with more boost from the turbo charger. It is refined and powerful but without the manual gearbox the car is more of a high speed cruiser than a dynamic sports car. It remains however a pleasure to drive.

Specifications

Fuel type Unleaded Petrol
Driven Wheels null-wheel-drive
Engine type Straight 4
Engine Capacity 1796 cc
Power 201@5500 bhp
Power 204@5500 ps
Torque 310@2000 nm
Transmission type 6-spd manual / 7-spd auto
Kerb Weight 1475 kg / 3252 lb
UK Retail Price from £38,705
UK Insurance Group 44A

Performance

Max speed (manual) 152 mph / 245 kph
Max speed (auto) 151 mph / 243 kph
0-100kmph (manual) 6.5 seconds
0-100kmph (auto) 6.6 seconds

Economy and Emissions

EU Combined Fuel Economy (manual) 38.7 mpg / 7.3 L/100km
EU Combined Fuel Economy (auto) 42.8 mpg / 6.6 L/100km
CO2 Emissions (manual) 169 g/km
CO2 Emissions (auto) 153 g/km

Mercedes SLK 350

The Mercedes SLK 350 is an exceptional car. It is super-car fast while being manageable and easy to use. It is economical for a performance car and has low emissions. The interior is luxuriously appointed as you would expect from a top of the range Mercedes. It should all add up to a wonderful car but somehow it lacks the exciting driving dynamics of some other roadsters. Never-the-less it remains a very capable high speed cruiser.

Specifications

Fuel type Unleaded Petrol
Driven Wheels null-wheel-drive
Engine type V6
Engine Capacity 3498 cc
Power 306@6500 bhp
Torque 273@3500-5250 lb.ft
Torque 370@3500 nm
Transmission type 7-spd auto
Kerb Weight 1540 kg / 3395.1 lb
UK Retail Price from £44,605
UK Insurance Group 45A

Performance

Max speed (auto) 155 mph / 249 kph
0-100kmph (auto) 5.6 seconds

Economy and Emissions

EU Combined Fuel Economy (auto) 39.8 mpg / 7.1 L/100km
CO2 Emissions (auto) 167 g/km

Mercedes SLK 250 CDI

Diesel is not the usual fuel associated with roadsters so when the Mercedes SLK 250 CDI was announced it raised a few eyebrows. As the first rear-wheel-drive roadster to use this fuel it sets a new standard. Concerns that it might turn the little sports car into a dull commuter car are not needed as the German brand have managed to squeeze some impressive performance as well as the expected economy out of their 2.1 litre twin-turbo engine. Large amounts of torque mean there is always a response when you bury the throttle even at low revs which inspires confidence. The engine note is not as musical as most roadsters and at low speeds it can be a bit noisy but for those who cover large distances it may be worth the trade-off.

Specifications

Fuel type Diesel
Engine type Straight 4
Driven Wheels null-wheel-drive
Engine Capacity 2143 cc
Power 201@3800 bhp
Power 204@3800 ps
Transmission type 7-spd auto
Kerb Weight 1590 kg / 3505 lb
UK Retail Price from £33,150
UK Insurance Group 42E

Performance

Max speed (auto) 151 mph / 243 kph
0-100kmph (auto) 6.7 seconds

Economy and Emissions

EU Combined Fuel Economy (auto) 56.5 mpg / 5 L/100km
CO2 Emissions (auto) 132 g/km
Driven Wheels null-wheel-drive Driven Wheels null-wheel-drive Driven Wheels null-wheel-drive Driven Wheels null-wheel-drive

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2 Owner Reviews

Do you drive a Mercedes-Benz SLK? Would you recommend it to others? Join the conversation and let us know what you think of the car. This Mercedes-Benz currently has 2 owner reviews.

  1. Avatar for Alex Alex says:

    Great car, but MPG figure no way near claimed! Consider before making a purchase!!!!

  2. Avatar for Johny Boy Johny Boy says:

    If you like the style then you just have to burn the fuel.

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