Mercedes-Benz SLK II
The Mercedes-Benz SLK II (2004–2011): dimensions, weights, reliability and the official figures of its 72 versions in the European Union, the United Kingdom, the United States, and Canada.
Model codes: R171
Dimensions, weights and capacity
| Specification | Europe | North America | Wikipedia |
|---|---|---|---|
| Dimensions | |||
| Length | 4,010–4,090 mm RDW | 4,080–4,090 mm TC | 3,995–4,010 mm |
| Width | 1,780–1,810 mm RDW | 1,780–1,790 mm TC | 1,715 mm |
| Height | 1,280–1,290 mm RDW | 1,270–1,300 mm TC | 1,269–1,284 mm |
| Wheelbase | 2,430 mm RDW | 2,430 mm TC | 2,400 mm |
| Front track | 1,524–1,559 mm ASTRA | 1,530 mm TC | – |
| Rear track | 1,535–1,572 mm ASTRA | 1,540 mm TC | – |
| Weights and towing | |||
| Kerb weight | 1,290–1,385 kg RDW | 1,490–1,570 kg TC | 1,270–1,495 kg |
| Mass in running order | 1,390–1,485 kg RDW | – | – |
| Gross vehicle weight | 1,705–1,785 kg RDW | – | – |
| Towing, unbraked trailer | 707–742 kg RDW | – | – |
| Seats and space | |||
| Seats | 2 RDW | – | – |
| Doors | 2 RDW | – | – |
| Luggage space (EPA) | – | 198 L EPA | – |
| Passenger space (EPA) | – | 1,388 L EPA | – |
| Performance | |||
| Top speed | 226–250 km/h RDW | – | – |
| Torque | 240–510 Nm ASTRA | – | – |
Tyre sizes (most common first): 225/45R17, 245/40R17, 225/40R18, 205/55R16, 225/50R16, 245/35R18, 205/60R15
Ranges cover the generation’s versions and body styles; European and North American versions can differ. Sources: RDW type approvals (Netherlands), Transport Canada vehicle specifications, Wikipedia, ASTRA type approvals (Switzerland), US EPA fuel economy data, Traficom type approvals (Finland). Wikipedia figures are used under CC BY-SA 4.0.
Reliability and owner reports
UK MOT: first-time pass rate by age
| Age at test | Pass rate | UK average | Tests |
|---|---|---|---|
| 9–12 years | 81.6% (80.6–82.5) | 77.9% | 6,736 |
| 13 years and older | 74.7% (74.3–75.0) | 69.2% | 55,478 |
What the MOT finds
| Area | This model | UK average, same ages |
|---|---|---|
| Suspension | 31.0% | 40.0% |
| Brakes | 30.9% | 35.5% |
| Tyres | 26.8% | 31.2% |
| Lights and electrics | 13.6% | 27.6% |
| Body, chassis and structure | 7.9% | 17.4% |
| Noise, emissions and leaks | 6.0% | 16.1% |
First MOT test of each car per year in 2022–2024, from the DVSA’s anonymised test results; only ages with at least 500 tests are shown. The figure in brackets is the 95% confidence interval; green or red means clearly above or below the UK average. The second table shows how often an item was noted (defect or advisory) in each area, against the UK average for cars of the same ages. DVSA anonymised MOT tests (Open Government Licence)
Owner complaints to NHTSA (US)
113 complaints for model years 2005–2009. 5 crashes · 2 fires · 7 injuries
- Airbags 42
Complaints are reported by owners and not checked by NHTSA; they are not adjusted for how many cars were sold, so popular models have more. NHTSA owner complaints
All 72 versions of the Mercedes-Benz SLK II
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European Union 13 versions
New cars registered in the EU (plus Norway and Iceland), from the European Environment Agency. Figures on the NEDC procedure until 2020 and on WLTP from 2021; versions are grouped by engine and power, with their number of registrations.
| Years and version | Engine | Power | Fuel | CO₂ | EU registrations |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2011–2016 | 5.5 L | 310 kW (421 PS) | Petrol | 195 g/km | 2,761 |
| 2011–2013 | 3.5 L | 225 kW (306 PS) | Petrol | 167 g/km | 5,945 |
| 2011 | 1.8 L | 135 kW (184 PS) | Petrol | 155 g/km | 24,718 |
| 2011 | 1.8 L | 150 kW (204 PS) | Petrol | 155 g/km | 4,062 |
| 2011 | 2.1 L | 150 kW (204 PS) | Diesel | 130 g/km | 268 |
| 2011 | 3.0 L | 170 kW (231 PS) | Petrol | 209 g/km | 116 |
| 2010–2011 | – | – | Petrol | 166–194 g/km | 162 |
| 2011 | 3.5 L | 224 kW (305 PS) | Petrol | 214 g/km | 16 |
| 2011 | 1.8 L | 120 kW (163 PS) | Petrol | 218 g/km | 14 |
| 2010 | 1.8 L | – | Petrol | 192 g/km | 13,324 |
| 2010 | 3.0 L | – | Petrol | 213 g/km | 1,560 |
| 2010 | 3.5 L | – | Petrol | 217 g/km | 1,132 |
| 2010 | 5.4 L | – | Petrol | 288 g/km | 252 |
United Kingdom 34 versions
New cars on sale in the UK, from the Vehicle Certification Agency. NEDC figures until 2018 and WLTP figures after; years are the editions a version appeared in.
| Years and version | Engine | Fuel | Gearbox | Consumption (combined) | CO₂ |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2009–2010SLK 200 Kompressor 205 Tyres at rear · SLK 200 KOMPRESSOR with 205/55 16" rear wheels | 1.8 L | Petrol | 6-speed manual | 7.7 L/100 km NEDC | 182 g/km |
| 2009–2010SLK 200 Kompressor 225 Tyres at rear · SLK 200 KOMPRESSOR with 225/50 16" rear wheels | 1.8 L | Petrol | 6-speed manual | 7.8 L/100 km NEDC | 184 g/km |
| 2009–2010SLK 200 Kompressor 245 Tyres at rear · SLK 200 KOMPRESSOR with 245/40 17" or 245/35 18" rear wheels | 1.8 L | Petrol | 6-speed manual | 7.9 L/100 km NEDC | 188 g/km |
| 2010SLK 200 Kompressor 205 Tyres at rear · SLK 200 KOMPRESSOR with 205/55 16" rear wheels | 1.8 L | Petrol | 5-speed automatic | 8.0 L/100 km NEDC | 190 g/km |
| 2010SLK 200 Kompressor 225 Tyres at rear · SLK 200 KOMPRESSOR with 225/50 16" rear wheels | 1.8 L | Petrol | 5-speed automatic | 8.1 L/100 km NEDC | 192 g/km |
| 2010SLK 200 Kompressor 245 Tyres at rear · SLK 200 KOMPRESSOR with 245/40 17" or 245/35 18" rear wheels | 1.8 L | Petrol | 5-speed automatic | 8.2 L/100 km NEDC | 196 g/km |
| 2010SLK 300 with 225/50 16" rear wheels | 3.0 L | Petrol | 7-speed automatic | 8.9 L/100 km NEDC | 207 g/km |
| 2010SLK 300 with 245/40 17" or 245/35 18" rear wheels | 3.0 L | Petrol | 7-speed automatic | 9.0 L/100 km NEDC | 209 g/km |
| 2010SLK 300 with 225/50 16" rear wheels | 3.0 L | Petrol | 6-speed manual | 9.5 L/100 km NEDC | 220 g/km |
| 2010SLK 300 with 245/40 17" or 245/35 18" rear wheels | 3.0 L | Petrol | 6-speed manual | 9.7 L/100 km NEDC | 225 g/km |
| 2009–2010SLK 280 225 Tyres at rear | 3.0 L | Petrol | 7-speed automatic | 9.1 L/100 km NEDC | 216 g/km |
| 2009–2010SLK 280 225 Tyres at rear | 3.0 L | Petrol | 6-speed manual | 9.3 L/100 km NEDC | 220 g/km |
| 2009–2010SLK 280 245 Tyres at rear | 3.0 L | Petrol | 7-speed automatic | 9.3 L/100 km NEDC | 221 g/km |
| 2009–2010SLK 280 245 Tyres at rear | 3.0 L | Petrol | 6-speed manual | 9.5 L/100 km NEDC | 225 g/km |
| 2009–2010SLK 350 245 Tyres at rear | 3.5 L | Petrol | 7-speed automatic | 9.2 L/100 km NEDC | 219 g/km |
| 2009–2010SLK 350 245 Tyres at rear | 3.5 L | Petrol | 6-speed manual | 9.5 L/100 km NEDC | 227 g/km |
| 2010SLK 350 with 245/40 17" or 245/35 18" rear wheels | 3.5 L | Petrol | 7-speed automatic | 9.0 L/100 km NEDC | 209 g/km |
| 2010SLK 350 with 245/40 17" or 245/35 18" rear wheels | 3.5 L | Petrol | 6-speed manual | 9.7 L/100 km NEDC | 227 g/km |
| 2009–2010SLK 55 AMG · SLK 55 AMG with 245/40 17" or 245/35 18" rear wheels | 5.4 L | Petrol | 7-speed automatic | 12.0 L/100 km NEDC | 288 g/km |
| 2009SLK 200 Kompressor 205 Tyres at rear | 1.8 L | Petrol | 7-speed automatic | 8.0 L/100 km NEDC | 190 g/km |
| 2009SLK 200 Kompressor 225 Tyres at rear | 1.8 L | Petrol | 7-speed automatic | 8.1 L/100 km NEDC | 192 g/km |
| 2009SLK 200 Kompressor 245 Tyres at rear | 1.8 L | Petrol | 7-speed automatic | 8.2 L/100 km NEDC | 196 g/km |
| 2006–2008200 (225 Tyres) · SLK 200 Kompressor 205/225 Tyres at rear | 1.8 L | Petrol | 6-speed manual | 8.7 L/100 km NEDC | 209 g/km |
| 2006–2008200 (225 Tyres) · SLK 200 Kompressor 225 Tyres at rear | 1.8 L | Petrol | 5-speed automatic | 8.8 L/100 km NEDC | 211 g/km |
| 2006–2008200 (245 Tyres) · SLK 200 Kompressor 245 Tyres at rear · SLK 200 Kompressor Edition 10 245 Tyres at rear | 1.8 L | Petrol | 6-speed manual | 9.1 L/100 km NEDC | 218 g/km |
| 2006–2008200 (245 Tyres) · SLK 200 Kompressor 245 Tyres at rear · SLK 200 Kompressor Edition 10 245 Tyres at rear | 1.8 L | Petrol | 5-speed automatic | 9.2 L/100 km NEDC | 221 g/km |
| 2006–2008280 225 Tyres at rear · SLK 280 225 Tyres at rear | 3.0 L | Petrol | 6-speed manual | 9.7 L/100 km NEDC | 231 g/km |
| 2006–2008280 245 Tyres at rear · SLK 280 245 Tyres at rear · SLK 280 Edition 10 245 Tyres at rear | 3.0 L | Petrol | 6-speed manual | 9.9 L/100 km NEDC | 236 g/km |
| 2006–2008280 225 Tyres at rear · SLK 280 225 Tyres at rear | 3.0 L | Petrol | 7-speed automatic | 9.3 L/100 km NEDC | 222 g/km |
| 2006–2008280 245 Tyres at rear · SLK 280 245 Tyres at rear · SLK 280 Edition 10 245 Tyres at rear | 3.0 L | Petrol | 7-speed automatic | 9.5 L/100 km NEDC | 227 g/km |
| 2006–2008350 (245 Tyres) · SLK 350 245 Tyres at rear · SLK 350 Edition 10 245 Tyres at rear | 3.5 L | Petrol | 6-speed manual | 10.6 L/100 km NEDC | 255 g/km |
| 2006–2008350 (245 Tyres) · SLK 350 245 Tyres at rear · SLK 350 Edition 10 245 Tyres at rear | 3.5 L | Petrol | 7-speed automatic | 10.1 L/100 km NEDC | 242 g/km |
| 2007–2008SLK 55 AMG | 5.4 L | Petrol | 5-speed automatic | 12.0 L/100 km NEDC | 288 g/km |
| 200655 AMG | 5.4 L | Petrol | 7-speed automatic | 12.0 L/100 km NEDC | 288 g/km |
United States 15 versions
Model years sold in the USA, from the EPA and the Department of Energy (fueleconomy.gov). MPG on the EPA test; litres per 100 km = 235.215 ÷ MPG.
| Years and version | Engine | Fuel | Gearbox | Drive | Consumption (combined) | CO₂ |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2011 | 3.0 L | Petrol | 7-speed automatic | Rear-wheel drive | 21 MPG (11.2 L/100 km) EPA | 263 g/km |
| 2011 | 3.0 L | Petrol | 6-speed manual | Rear-wheel drive | 20 MPG (11.8 L/100 km) EPA | 276 g/km |
| 2011 | 3.5 L | Petrol | 6-speed manual | Rear-wheel drive | 20 MPG (11.8 L/100 km) EPA | 276 g/km |
| 2011 | 3.5 L | Petrol | 7-speed automatic | Rear-wheel drive | 21 MPG (11.2 L/100 km) EPA | 263 g/km |
| 2010PR | 3.0 L | Petrol | 6-speed manual | Rear-wheel drive | 21 MPG (11.2 L/100 km) EPA | 263 g/km |
| 2010PR | 3.5 L | Petrol | 7-speed automatic | Rear-wheel drive | 20–21 MPG (11.2–11.8 L/100 km) EPA | 263–276 g/km |
| 2010PR | 3.5 L | Petrol | 6-speed manual | Rear-wheel drive | 20 MPG (11.8 L/100 km) EPA | 276 g/km |
| 2010PR | 5.5 L | Petrol | 7-speed automatic | Rear-wheel drive | 17 MPG (13.8 L/100 km) EPA | 325 g/km |
| 2006–2009EMS | 3.0 L | Petrol | 6-speed manual | Rear-wheel drive | 20 MPG (11.8 L/100 km) EPA | 276 g/km |
| 2006–2009EMS 2MODE CLKUP | 3.0 L | Petrol | 7-speed automatic | Rear-wheel drive | 20–21 MPG (11.2–11.8 L/100 km) EPA | 263–276 g/km |
| 2005–2009EMS 2MODE CLKUP | 3.5 L | Petrol | 7-speed automatic | Rear-wheel drive | 19–21 MPG (11.2–12.4 L/100 km) EPA | 263–291 g/km |
| 2005–2009EMS | 3.5 L | Petrol | 6-speed manual | Rear-wheel drive | 19–21 MPG (11.2–12.4 L/100 km) EPA | 263–291 g/km |
| 2005–2009EMS 2MODE CLKUP | 5.4 L | Petrol | 7-speed automatic | Rear-wheel drive | 16–17 MPG (13.8–14.7 L/100 km) EPA | 325–345 g/km |
| 2004EMS | 2.3 L | Petrol | 6-speed manual | Rear-wheel drive | 21 MPG (11.2 L/100 km) EPA | 263 g/km |
| 2004EMS | 3.2 L | Petrol | 6-speed manual | Rear-wheel drive | 19 MPG (12.4 L/100 km) EPA | 291 g/km |
Canada 10 versions
Model years sold in Canada, from Natural Resources Canada fuel consumption ratings (5-cycle test).
| Years and version | Engine | Fuel | Gearbox | Consumption (combined) | CO₂ |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2006–2011Two-seater | 3.0 L | Petrol | 7-speed automatic | 10.8–11.7 L/100 km 5-cycle | 248–269 g/km |
| 2006–2011Two-seater | 3.0 L | Petrol | 6-speed manual | 11.0–11.8 L/100 km 5-cycle | 253–271 g/km |
| 2005–2011Two-seater | 3.5 L | Petrol | 7-speed automatic | 11.1–12.4 L/100 km 5-cycle | 255–285 g/km |
| 2005–2011Two-seater | 3.5 L | Petrol | 6-speed manual | 11.5–12.5 L/100 km 5-cycle | 265–288 g/km |
| 2006–2010Two-seater | 5.4 L | Petrol | 7-speed automatic | 13.9–14.4 L/100 km 5-cycle | 320–331 g/km |
| 2007Two-seater | 5.5 L | Petrol | 7-speed automatic | 14.4 L/100 km 5-cycle | 331 g/km |
| 2005Two-seater | 5.4 L | Petrol | 5-speed automatic | 14.4 L/100 km 5-cycle | 331 g/km |
| 2004Two-seater | 2.3 L | Petrol | 6-speed manual | 11.0 L/100 km 5-cycle | 253 g/km |
| 2004Two-seater | 3.2 L | Petrol | 5-speed automatic | 11.7–13.6 L/100 km 5-cycle | 269–313 g/km |
| 2004Two-seater | 3.2 L | Petrol | 6-speed manual | 12.3 L/100 km 5-cycle | 283 g/km |
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Official figures are measured on standard test procedures and differ between markets. Your consumption depends on how, where and in what conditions you drive.