Mercedes-Benz SLK 350, Brochure

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Trained to win
a driver’s heart.
Even the most skilled gymnast can’t complete a medal-worthy routine in less than
20 seconds. But that’s all it takes for the SLK’s power Panorama roof and double-
jointed trunklid to pull off an acrobatic spectacle — transforming it from a muscular
coupe into a svelte roadster with crowd-pleasing precision. The nimble SLK springs
into action, displaying powerful legwork and agile footwork learned from generations
of racing champions in its family. Its taut physique may leave onlookers breathless,
but from the tightest corner around town to a cross-country sprint, it never seems
to need a second wind. Every SLK is born to perform, and to win its driver’s heart.
The invigorating response of a 302-hp Direct
Injection V-6 is brought to life by a 7-speed
automatic with three selectable modes, with a
paddle-shifted Manual mode sure to become a
favorite. A fuel-saving ECO Start/Stop system
shuts off the engine at stoplights, then fires it
back to life the instant you’re ready to enjoy its
5.4-second 0–60 time. On the open highway, it
can return up to 29 mpg. Standard 18" 5-spoke
wheels
3 are wider at the rear axle for aggressive
launch grip, without sacrificing crisp steering.
Crafted by hand, a 5.5-liter Direct Injection
AMG V-8 wields 415 hp with the finesse of a
paddle-shifted 7-speed AMG SPEEDSHIFT
®
transmission. AMG Cylinder Management and
ECO Start/Stop can deactivate four, or even all
eight cylinders when they’re not needed, saving
fuel and emissions around town. Up to 28 mpg
makes highway cruising even more refreshing.
Torque Vectoring Brake and an available AMG
Handling Package enhance the grip asserted
by its staggered 18" AMG wheels and tires.
Advanced Direct Injection and turbocharging
team up for 201 hp from an efficient 1.8-liter
4-cylinder engine that can sprint to 60 mph in
just 6.5 seconds
1 yet achieve up to 33 mpg
on the highway.
2
Both the standard short-throw
6-speed manual gearbox and optional paddle-
shifted 7-speed automatic offer a wide range
of ideally spaced ratios to make the most of
the engine’s broad torque curve. Staggered-
width 17" 5-spoke wheels and a sport-tuned
suspension make the most of actual curves.
SLK 250 SLK 350 SLK 55 AMG