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Mercedes Benz SLK-Class car is a Coupe and Cabriolet in one.

Mercedes Benz SLK-Class

Mercedes Benz SLK-Class
Mercedes SLK is a Coupe and Cabriolet moulded into one. The sports roadster transforms itself into a classic Coupe in only 22 seconds, providing all the advantages of a Coupe in terms of aerodynamics, aero-acoustics and safety. It is a convertible that sacrifices little in performance and excels at luxury and prestige.

Design and Interior
Engineered and designed by experts, the car has fantastic ultimate body makeover. It has sleek side skirts to sophisticated, yet sporty, alloy wheels. You can individualize the wheels of your car. You can fit the Alustyle basic carrier bars to your roof, and then add on the accessory of your choice. The doors are specially designed to reduce wear and tear.

When you retract the hardtop, it takes up space in the trunk. Yet there is still 6.5 cubic feet left for luggage. The cabin is attractive with soft-touch materials for most surfaces. Soft and supportive seats feel comfortable even after several hours of driving. The car can deliver solid all-around performance in acceleration, braking and handling.

Variants and Price
Mercedes SLK model is available in two variants - SLK 200 K and SLK 350, which are available in the price range of $45,950 - $65,700.

Engine
It is equipped with 5-Speed Automatic transmission and delivers 163 horsepower @ 5500 rpm. The SLK 350 redefines the concept of packing power, luxury, features and safety. It offers a load of features including the revolutionary 7-Speed Automatic Transmission (7 G-Tronic) and delivers 272 hp @ 6,000 rpm and 360 Nm Torque.

Safety
The car has been incorporated with both active and passive safety features. Some high-tech features of the car include Electronic Stability Program (ESP), Brake Assist System (BAS), dynamic headlamp range adjustment and cornering light function. The seat belts are equipped with Belt tensioners and force limiter

Technical Specifications

Engine: SLK 200 K
No of Cylinders / arrangement 4 / in line
Engine Displacement (cm3) 1796
Bore and Stroke (mm) 82 x 85
Maximum Power (kW / bhp @ rpm) 120 / 163 @ 5500 rpm
Maximum Torque (Nm @ rpm) 240 @ 3000 rpm
Compression Ratio 9.5
No. of valves per cylinder 4
Fuel Preparation Electronically controlled petrol injection
Suspension and Running Gear
Suspension Front: Mc Pherson three-link axle with anti-dive control. Dual Wishbone Front suspension, anti-dive, Coil Springs, gas pressure shock absorbers, stabilizers Rear: MB-Multi-Link independent rear suspension, anti-squat/anti-lift. Coil springs, gas pressure shock absorbers and stabilizer.
Brakes Dual-circuit system, 4 brake discs, front discs ventilated, ABS with Brake Assist (BAS).
Steering Rack-and-pinion power steering
Wheels Front: 7 J x 16 H2
Rear: 7 J x 16 H2
Tyres Front: 205 / 55 R16 V
Rear: 205 / 55 R16 V
Dimensions and Weights
Kerb Weight (kg) 1390
Gross vehicle weight* (kg) 1705
Height (mm) 1297
Length (mm) 4082
Width (mm) 1777
Wheel base (mm) 2430
Front / rear track (mm) 1530 / 1541
Ground clearance (mm) 120
Trunk volume (litres) 300
Fuel tank capacity / reserve (litres) 70 / 8
* Optional extras will increase the weight and reduce the payload capacity

Engine: SLK 350
No of Cylinders / arrangement 6 / V
Engine Displacement (cm3) 3498
Bore and Stroke (mm) 92.9 x 86
Maximum Power (kW / bhp @ rpm) 200 / 272 @ 6000 rpm
Maximum Torque (Nm @ rpm) 350 @ 2400 - 5000 rpm
Compression Ratio 10.7
No. of valves per cylinder 4
Fuel Preparation Electronically controlled petrol injection
Suspension and Running Gear
Suspension Front: Mc Pherson three-link axle with anti-dive control. Dual Wishbone Front suspension, anti-dive, Coil Springs, gas pressure shock absorbers, stabilizers Rear: MB-Multi-Link independent rear suspension, anti-squat/anti-lift. Coil springs, gas pressure shock absorbers and stabilizer.
Brakes Dual-circuit system, 4 brake discs, front discs ventilated, ABS with Brake Assist (BAS).
Steering Rack-and-pinion power steering
Wheels Front: 7.5 J x 17 H2
Rear: 8.5 J x 17 H2
Tyres Front: 225 / 45 R17 W
Rear: 245 / 40 R17 W
Dimensions and Weights
Kerb Weight (kg) 1465
Gross vehicle weight* (kg) 1780
Height (mm) 1297
Length (mm) 4082
Width (mm) 1777
Wheel base (mm) 2430
Front / rear track (mm) 1530 / 1541
Ground clearance (mm) 120
Trunk volume (litres) 300
Fuel tank capacity / reserve (litres) 70 / 8
* Optional extras will increase the weight and reduce the payload capacity