Body style: Convertible (spider/spyder, cabrio/cabriolet, drop/open/soft top)
Segment: Roadster & Convertible
Production years: 2000, 2001, 2002, 2003, 2004
In January 2000, Europe switched to the Euro 3 emission standards, and Mercedes-Benz needed to upgrade its coupe-cabriolet roadster, the SLK.
Four years after revolutionizing the premium roadster segment with its pocket-sized SLK, the German automaker introduced a facelifted version for it. While it kept the original features that made the car very appealing to its customers, it also added a few modifications that made it not only faster but also safer and friendlier with the environment.
At the front, the automaker installed a redesigned bumper with different fog lamps mounted on the lower side of the apron. Unlike the 1996 SLK, the 2000 version featured round fog lamps instead of triangular ones. Also, the air dam received a small lip spoiler. Depending on the trim level, the coupe-cabriolet came with chromed slats on the main grille.
Since the car proved to be fast while hard cornering, the automaker offered new seats with higher bolstered areas. In addition, the steering wheel was thicker and featured a new design. But still, the handbrake remained hosted on the center console, unlike most other Mercedes-Benz cars that had a pedal for the parking brake.
Under the hood, the former SLK 200 Kompressor lost about 30 ponies, while the 230 K version gained four. Thus, there was a bigger power difference between these two versions. In addition, the automaker added a 3.2-liter V6 under the hood, which was also available with AMG treatment. On the safety side, Mercedes-Benz installed an upgraded ESP on the entire range.
ENGINE SPECS - 200 Kompressor 6MT RWD (163 HP) | |
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Cylinders: | L4 |
Displacement: | 1998 cm3 |
Power: | 120 KW @ 5300 RPM 163 HP @ 5300 RPM 161 BHP @ 5300 RPM |
Torque: | 170 lb-ft @ 2500-5000 RPM 230 Nm @ 2500-5000 RPM |
Fuel System: | Multipoint Injection |
Fuel: | Gasoline |
Fuel capacity: | 15.9 gallons (60.2 L) |
PERFORMANCE SPECS | |
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Top Speed: | 140 mph (225 km/h) |
Acceleration 0-62 Mph (0-100 kph): | 8.2 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: | 205/60 R15V |
DIMENSIONS | |
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Length: | 157.9 in (4011 mm) |
Width: | 67.4 in (1712 mm) |
Height: | 49.6 in (1260 mm) |
Front/rear Track: | 58.6/57.9 in (1,488/1,471 mm) |
Wheelbase: | 94.5 in (2400 mm) |
Ground Clearance: | 5.9 in (150 mm) |
Cargo Volume: | 5.1 cuFT (144 L) |
Aerodynamics (Cd): | 0.34 |
WEIGHT SPECS | |
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Unladen Weight: | 2788.8 lbs (1265 kg) |
Gross Weight Limit: | 3582.5 lbs (1625 kg) |
FUEL ECONOMY (NEDC) | |
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City: | 16.7 mpg US (14.1 L/100Km) |
Highway: | 34.6 mpg US (6.8 L/100Km) |
Combined: | 24.8 mpg US (9.5 L/100Km) |
CO2 Emissions: | 231 g/km |
ENGINE SPECS - 230 Kompressor 6MT RWD (197 HP) | |
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Cylinders: | L4 |
Displacement: | 2295 cm3 |
Power: | 145 KW @ 5500 RPM 197 HP @ 5500 RPM 194 BHP @ 5500 RPM |
Torque: | 207 lb-ft @ 2500-5000 RPM 280 Nm @ 2500-5000 RPM |
Fuel System: | Multipoint Injection |
Fuel: | Gasoline |
Fuel capacity: | 15.9 gallons (60.2 L) |
PERFORMANCE SPECS | |
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Top Speed: | 149 mph (240 km/h) |
Acceleration 0-62 Mph (0-100 kph): | 7.2 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: | 225/50 VR16 |
DIMENSIONS | |
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Length: | 157.9 in (4011 mm) |
Width: | 67.4 in (1712 mm) |
Height: | 49.8 in (1265 mm) |
Front/rear Track: | 58.6/57.9 in (1,488/1,471 mm) |
Wheelbase: | 94.5 in (2400 mm) |
Ground Clearance: | 5.9 in (150 mm) |
Cargo Volume: | 5.1 cuFT (144 L) |
Aerodynamics (Cd): | 0.34 |
WEIGHT SPECS | |
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Unladen Weight: | 3053.9 lbs (1385 kg) |
Gross Weight Limit: | 3627.2 lbs (1645 kg) |
FUEL ECONOMY (NEDC) | |
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City: | 16.6 mpg US (14.2 L/100Km) |
Highway: | 33.6 mpg US (7 L/100Km) |
Combined: | 24.2 mpg US (9.7 L/100Km) |
CO2 Emissions: | 236 g/km |
ENGINE SPECS - 320 V6 6MT RWD (197 HP) | |
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Cylinders: | V6 |
Displacement: | 3199 cm3 |
Power: | 145 KW @ 5500 RPM 197 HP @ 5500 RPM 194 BHP @ 5500 RPM |
Torque: | 229 lb-ft @ 3000-4600 RPM 310 Nm @ 3000-4600 RPM |
Fuel System: | Multipoint Injection |
Fuel: | Gasoline |
Fuel capacity: | 15.9 gallons (60.2 L) |
PERFORMANCE SPECS | |
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Top Speed: | 155.3 mph (250 km/h) |
Acceleration 0-62 Mph (0-100 kph): | 6.9 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: | 225/50 VR16 |
DIMENSIONS | |
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Length: | 157.9 in (4011 mm) |
Width: | 67.4 in (1712 mm) |
Height: | 49.8 in (1265 mm) |
Front/rear Track: | 58.6/57.9 in (1,488/1,471 mm) |
Wheelbase: | 94.5 in (2400 mm) |
Ground Clearance: | 5.9 in (150 mm) |
Cargo Volume: | 5.1 cuFT (144 L) |
Aerodynamics (Cd): | 0.34 |
WEIGHT SPECS | |
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Unladen Weight: | 3098 lbs (1405 kg) |
Gross Weight Limit: | 3671.3 lbs (1665 kg) |
FUEL ECONOMY (NEDC) | |
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City: | 14.8 mpg US (15.9 L/100Km) |
Highway: | 30.2 mpg US (7.8 L/100Km) |
Combined: | 21.8 mpg US (10.8 L/100Km) |
CO2 Emissions: | 267 g/km |