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Mercedes-Benz SLK

SLK

RoadsterCoupePetrol (Gasoline)Diesel41 versionsOwner report

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421Hp

Power

4.6s

0–100 km/h

250km/h

Top speed

8.4L/100

Fuel (combined)

What owners say

Overview

Sentiment is mixed and heavily dependent on generation, specific engine, and ownership expectations. For the earliest R170 generation (1997-2004), owners report these as surprisingly reliable and robust budget-friendly classic convertibles when purchased cheaply (e.g., £1,000 GBP

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Specifications

Generation

Version

AMG SLK 55 V8 (421 Hp) 7G-TRONIC PLUS

From 2012-2015

Power421 Hp

Torque8 Nm

0–100 km/h4.6 sec

Top speed250 km/h

Fuel consumption8.4 L/100 km

DriveRear wheel drive

Transmission7 gears, automatic transmission G-TRONIC PLUS

Engine5.5 L

AspirationNaturally aspirated engine

Cylinders8

Seats2 seats

Fuel typePetrol (Gasoline)

Body typeRoadster

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Quick facts

BrandMercedes-Benz

Versions catalogued41

Body typesRoadster, Coupe

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