Mercedes Benz SLK Class - Generation 2 (2004-2011)

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MERCEDES BENZ SLK CLASS (2004-2011)

Known as the R171 body, the second generation SLK Class got new engines, a new interior, and a chiseled body. The AMG version got a V8 engine as opposed to the last one's V6.

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OWNERSHIP DETAILSSLK55 AMGSLK350SLK280SLK200 Kompressor
Years AvailableSeptember 2004-May 2007September 2004-2011May 2007-2011September 2004-2011
ENGINE SPECS
EngineM113 5.4 SOHC 24V V8M272 3.5 DOHC 24V V6M272 3.0 DOHC 24V V6M271 1.8 DOHC 16V I4 Supercharged
Horsepower355hp @ 6,000rpm268hp @ 6,000rpm228hp @ 6,000rpm163hp @ 5,300rpm
Torque510Nm @ 4,000rpm350Nm @ 2,500-4,800rpm300Nm @ 2,400-5,000rpm240Nm @ 3,000-4,000rpm
Fuel TypeGasoline/95 OctaneGasoline/95 OctaneGasoline/95 OctaneGasoline/95 Octane
Fuel SystemElectronic Fuel InjectionElectronic Fuel InjectionElectronic Fuel InjectionElectronic Fuel Injection
Transmission5-Speed Automatic5-Speed Automatic5-Speed Automatic5-Speed Automatic
Fuel Tank Capacity70 Liters70 Liters70 Liters70 Liters
DIMENSIONS
Length4,082mm4,082mm4,082mm4,082mm
Width1,777mm1,777mm1,777mm1,777mm
Height1,280mm1,280mm1,280mm1,280mm
Wheelbase2,430mm2,430mm2,430mm2,430mm
Curb Weight1,390kg1,440kg1,390kg
Body Style2 Door Convertible/Coupe2 Door Convertible/Coupe2 Door Convertible/Coupe2 Door Convertible/Coupe
Engine/Drive TypeFront Engine/Rear Wheel DriveFront Engine/Rear Wheel DriveFront Engine/Rear Wheel DriveFront Engine/Rear Wheel Drive
Seating2222
SUSPENSION & TIRES
Front SuspensionDouble WishboneDouble WishboneDouble WishboneDouble Wishbone
Rear SuspensionMulti LinkMulti LinkMulti LinkMulti Link
Front BrakesVented DiscVented DiscVented DiscVented Disc
Rear BrakesVented DiscVented DiscVented DiscVented Disc
Tires225/40 R18 (Front), 245/35 R18 (Rear)225/45 R17 (Front), 245/40 R17 (Rear)225/45 R17 (Front), 245/40 R17 (Rear)225/45 R17 (Front), 245/40 R17 (Rear)
Wheels18 Inch Alloy17 Inch Alloy17 Inch Alloy17 Inch Alloy
SAFETY
Airbags6666
Anti-Lock BrakesYes, With Electronic Brakeforce Distribution and Brake AssistYes, With Electronic Brakeforce Distribution and Brake AssistYes, With Electronic Brakeforce Distribution and Brake AssistYes, With Electronic Brakeforce Distribution and Brake Assist
Traction/Stability ControlYes, Electronic Stability ProgramYes, Electronic Stability ProgramYes, Electronic Stability ProgramYes, Electronic Stability Program
Other Safety FeaturesAdds: NoneAdds: NoneAdds: NoneTire Pressure Monitors
EXTERIOR
Fog LampsFront and RearFront and RearFront and RearFront and Rear
Other Exterior FeaturesAdds: Body KitAdds: NoneAdds: NoneAutomatic HID Headlamps, Headlamp Washer, Rain Sensing Wipers, Side Mirror Signal Repeaters, Metal Power Folding Top
INTERIOR
Steering Wheel AdjustmentTilt/TelescopicTilt/TelescopicTilt/TelescopicTilt/Telescopic
Steering Wheel MaterialLeatherLeatherLeatherLeather
Seating AdjustmentPowerPowerPowerPower
Seating MaterialLeatherLeatherLeatherLeather
Other Interior FeaturesAdds: NoneAdds: Airscarf Seat Ventilation SystemAdds: NoneAluminum Accents. Assyst System
CONVENIENCE FEATURES
Power AmenitiesSteering, Windows, Door Locks, MirrorsSteering, Windows, Door Locks, MirrorsSteering, Windows, Door Locks, MirrorsSteering, Windows, Door Locks, Mirrors
Climate ControlAutomatic, DualAutomatic, DualAutomatic, DualAutomatic
Audio SystemAM/FM/6 CDAM/FM/6 CD with COMAND SystemAM/FM/6 CD with COMAND SystemAM/FM/CD or AM/FM/6 CD with COMAND System
Speakers66 or 886 or 8
Steering Wheel ControlsNoneNoneNoneNone
AlarmYesYesYesYes
Keyless EntryYesYesYesYes
NOTESCOMAND function added in May 2007.6 disc and COMAND function added in May 2007.
RIVALSBMW Z4, Porsche Boxster