Body style: Convertible (spider/spyder, cabrio/cabriolet, drop/open/soft top)
Segment: Coupe Cabrio
Production years: 2004, 2005, 2006, 2007, 2008
The second generation of the little roadster from Mercedes-Benz was unveiled in 2004 at the Geneva Motor Show. This time, the car-maker gave more time to the design team.
While the first generation was well-received due to its retractable hard-top and the 5-speed automatic gearbox, unlike the Z3 which offered a 4-speed version, the second-generation of the SLK was heavily improved in all directions. A sturdier chassis, a more spacious interior, and better features transformed it into a top-seller.
Mercedes understood its lesson from the first generation, which look too bland for the market. The second generation came with angular headlights, a race-inspired front end, and an aggressive bumper with a wide grille in the apron. The raked A-pillars were continued with the short and arched roof-line. The SLK looked good either if it was covered or opened. In the back, depending on the engine version, it featured a double or quad exhaust system.
Inside, the SLK featured two bucket-seats and a tall center console that divided the cockpit into two. The center stack featured a new infotainment system, which could have been upgraded to a Bose sound system and a navigation unit. The instrument cluster was inspired by the watch design, with a smaller gauge inside a bigger dial. Between the tachometer and the speedometer, there was an LCD screen for the on-board computer. The car was offered with the new “Airscarf” system, that blew warm air to the back of the occupant's necks, canceling the draft effect when the car was driven with the open top.
For the engine bay, the car-maker installed a wide choice of engines from a small, supercharged inline-four up to a 3.5-liter V6. On top of that, the German brand offered a few AMG versions.
ENGINE SPECS - 200 Kompressor 6MT RWD (161 HP) | |
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Cylinders: | L4 |
Displacement: | 1796 cm3 |
Power: | 118.4 KW @ 5500 RPM 161 HP @ 5500 RPM 159 BHP @ 5500 RPM |
Torque: | 177 lb-ft @ 3000-4000 RPM 240 Nm @ 3000-4000 RPM |
Fuel System: | Multipoint Injection |
Fuel: | Gasoline |
Fuel capacity: | 18.5 gallons (70.0 L) |
PERFORMANCE SPECS | |
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Top Speed: | 143 mph (230 km/h) |
Acceleration 0-62 Mph (0-100 kph): | 7.9 s |
TRANSMISSION SPECS | |
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Drive Type: | Rear Wheel Drive |
Gearbox: | 6-Speed manual |
BRAKES SPECS | |
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Front: | Ventilated Discs |
Rear: | Discs |
TIRES SPECS | |
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Tire Size: | 205/55R16V |
DIMENSIONS | |
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Length: | 160.7 in (4082 mm) |
Width: | 70 in (1778 mm) |
Height: | 51 in (1295 mm) |
Front/rear Track: | 60.2/60.7 in (1,529/1,542 mm) |
Wheelbase: | 95.7 in (2431 mm) |
Cargo Volume: | 7.3 cuFT (207 L) |
Aerodynamics (Cd): | 0.32 |
WEIGHT SPECS | |
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Unladen Weight: | 3064 lbs (1390 kg) |
Gross Weight Limit: | 3759 lbs (1705 kg) |
FUEL ECONOMY (NEDC) | |
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City: | 18.7 mpg US (12.6 L/100Km) |
Highway: | 36.2 mpg US (6.5 L/100Km) |
Combined: | 27 mpg US (8.7 L/100Km) |
CO2 Emissions: | 209 g/km |
ENGINE SPECS - 280 V6 6MT RWD (231 HP) | |
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Cylinders: | V6 |
Displacement: | 2996 cm3 |
Power: | 170 KW @ 6000 RPM 231 HP @ 6000 RPM 228 BHP @ 6000 RPM |
Torque: | 221 lb-ft @ 2400-5000 RPM 300 Nm @ 2400-5000 RPM |
Fuel System: | Multipoint Injection |
Fuel: | Gasoline |
Fuel capacity: | 18.5 gallons (70.0 L) |
PERFORMANCE SPECS | |
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Top Speed: | 155.3 mph (250 km/h) |
Acceleration 0-62 Mph (0-100 kph): | 6.3 s |
TRANSMISSION SPECS | |
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Drive Type: | Rear Wheel Drive |
Gearbox: | 6-Speed manual |
BRAKES SPECS | |
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Front: | Ventilated Discs |
Rear: | Discs |
TIRES SPECS | |
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Tire Size: | 205/55 R16 (Front) / 225/50 R16 (Rear) |
DIMENSIONS | |
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Length: | 160.7 in (4082 mm) |
Width: | 70.4 in (1788 mm) |
Height: | 51 in (1295 mm) |
Front/rear Track: | 60.2/61 in (1,529/1,549 mm) |
Wheelbase: | 95.7 in (2431 mm) |
Cargo Volume: | 7.3 cuFT (207 L) |
Aerodynamics (Cd): | 0.32 |
WEIGHT SPECS | |
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Unladen Weight: | 3175.2 lbs (1440 kg) |
Gross Weight Limit: | 3869.8 lbs (1755 kg) |
FUEL ECONOMY (NEDC) | |
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City: | 17 mpg US (13.8 L/100Km) |
Highway: | 32.7 mpg US (7.2 L/100Km) |
Combined: | 24.2 mpg US (9.7 L/100Km) |
CO2 Emissions: | 231 g/km |
ENGINE SPECS - 350 6MT RWD (272 HP) | |
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Cylinders: | V6 |
Displacement: | 3498 cm3 |
Power: | 200 KW @ 6000 RPM 272 HP @ 6000 RPM 268 BHP @ 6000 RPM |
Torque: | 258 lb-ft @ 2400-5000 RPM 350 Nm @ 2400-5000 RPM |
Fuel System: | Multipoint Injection |
Fuel: | Gasoline |
Fuel capacity: | 18.5 gallons (70.0 L) |
PERFORMANCE SPECS | |
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Top Speed: | 155.3 mph (250 km/h) |
Acceleration 0-62 Mph (0-100 kph): | 5.6 s |
TRANSMISSION SPECS | |
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Drive Type: | Rear Wheel Drive |
Gearbox: | 6-Speed manual |
BRAKES SPECS | |
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Front: | Ventilated Discs |
Rear: | Discs |
TIRES SPECS | |
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Tire Size: | 225/45 R17W (Front) / 245/40 R17W (Rear) |
DIMENSIONS | |
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Length: | 160.7 in (4082 mm) |
Width: | 70.4 in (1788 mm) |
Height: | 51.1 in (1298 mm) |
Front/rear Track: | 60.1/61 in (1,527/1,549 mm) |
Wheelbase: | 95.7 in (2431 mm) |
Cargo Volume: | 7.3 cuFT (207 L) |
Aerodynamics (Cd): | 0.32 |
WEIGHT SPECS | |
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Unladen Weight: | 3230 lbs (1465 kg) |
Gross Weight Limit: | 3924 lbs (1780 kg) |
FUEL ECONOMY (NEDC) | |
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City: | 15.2 mpg US (15.5 L/100Km) |
Highway: | 30.2 mpg US (7.8 L/100Km) |
Combined: | 22.2 mpg US (10.6 L/100Km) |
CO2 Emissions: | 255 g/km |