Compare 2008 Mercedes-Benz SLK-Class specifications by trim levels

SLK-Class is a 2-seat from Mercedes-Benz, which first hit the market back in 1999.

With the price tag ranging from $44,150 to $63,200, the Mercedes-Benz SLK-Class faces the stiff competition with the same-class rivals.

Overview

Wheels

Bulb Size

The Mercedes-Benz SLK-Class boasts the average fuel economy anywhere from 20 to 25 mpg, depending on the petrol type and engine capacity.

The maximum width and height is 70.60mm x 160.90mm respectively and can vary on the basis of model.

Key Specs of 2008 Mercedes-Benz SLK-Class

  • Fuel Tank: 18.5 gal

  • Wheelbase: 95.7 in

  • MPG: 17 city/25 hwy

  • 0-60 mph: 7 sec

  • Curb: 3215 lbs

  • Tires: P205/55VR16.0 BSW performance

  • Cargo: 6.5 cu.ft

  • Passenger capacity: 2

  • Dimensions(LxWxH): from 160.7 x 70.4 x 50



2008 Mercedes-Benz SLK-Class Price, Review, Ratings and Pictures

The Mercedes-Benz SLK-Class is offered in 3 trim levels. Compare the trim levels to ensure you will have the desired features and will not pay for the unnecessary upgrades

Our comprehensive charts with interior and exterior specs are also designed to give you thorough details about Mercedes-Benz SLK-Class safety features and entertainment system, technical aspects, and so on.

Compare the Mercedes-Benz SLK-Class specifications & features by choosing the necessary trim level & year of manufacture.

Specs

    • Main Info

    • Doors 2

    • Engine

    • Horsepower 228 hp @ 6100 –
      355 hp @ 5750

    • Torque 221 lb-ft. –
      376 lb-ft.

    • 0-60mph / 0-100kmh 5.1 - 7 sec

    • 1/4 mile time 13.4 - 15.1 sec

    • Dimensions

    • Length 160.7 in

    • Width 70.4 in

    • Height 51 in

    • Wheelbase 95.7 in

    • Curb Weight 3215 lbs

    • Turning radius 17.3 ft

    • CAPACITY

    • Seats 2

    • Passenger volume 49

    • FUEL

    • Fuel tank 18.5 gal

    • City 14 - 17 mpg

    • Combined 17 - 21 mpg

    • Highway 20 - 25 mpg

    • Highway range 370 - 462.5 mi



Specifications

Base SLK280 2dr Roadster

Base SLK350 2dr Roadster

Base SLK55 AMG 2dr Roadster

Exterior length
160.70 in 160.70 in 160.90 in
Exterior body width
70.40 in 70.40 in 70.60 in
Exterior height
51.00 in 51.10 in 50.00 in
Horsepower
228 268 355
Torque
221 258 376
Fuel economy - city
17 mpg 17 mpg 14 mpg
Fuel economy - highway
25 mpg 23 mpg 20 mpg
0-60mph / 0-100kmh (s)
7.00 seconds 6.40 seconds 5.10 seconds
1/4 mile time
15.10 seconds 14.70 seconds 13.40 seconds
1/4 mile speed
91 mph 93 mph 105 mph
Lateral acceleration (g)
0.90 0.90 0.90
Slalom speed
60 mph 61 mph 61 mph
Bore-and-Stroke
3.46/3.23 " 3.66/3.39 " 3.82/3.62 "
Curb weight
3215.00 lbs 3295.00 lbs 3420.00 lbs
Wheelbase
95.70 in 95.70 in 95.70 in
Front track
60.20 " 60.10 " 60.00 "
Rear track
61.00 " 61.00 " 61.00 "
Turning radius
17.30 17.30 17.30
Front legroom
42.50 in 42.50 in 42.50 in
Front headroom
37.90 in 37.90 in 37.90 in
Front hip room
54.60 in 54.60 in 54.60 in
Front shoulder room
52.20 in 52.20 in 52.20 in
Luggage volume
6.50 cu.ft. 6.50 cu.ft. 6.50 cu.ft.
Luggage volume (max)
9.80 cu.ft. 9.80 cu.ft. 9.80 cu.ft.
Passenger volume
49 cu.ft. 49 cu.ft. 49 cu.ft.
Fuel tank
18.50 gal. 18.50 gal. 18.50 gal.
Drag coefficient
0.33 0.34 0.35

Interior Features

Base SLK280 2dr Roadster

Base SLK350 2dr Roadster

Base SLK55 AMG 2dr Roadster

12V DC power outlet
1 1 1

Exterior Features

Base SLK280 2dr Roadster

Base SLK350 2dr Roadster

Base SLK55 AMG 2dr Roadster

Door count
2 doors 2 doors 2 doors
Front tires
P205/55VR16.0 BSW performance P225/45WR17.0 BSW performance P225/40ZR18.0 BSW performance
Wheels
16" silver alloy 17" silver aluminum 18" polished AMG aluminum
Tires - rear
225/50VR16 245/40WR17 245/35ZR18

Seats

Base SLK280 2dr Roadster

Base SLK350 2dr Roadster

Base SLK55 AMG 2dr Roadster

Standard seating
2 2 2

Entertainment System

Base SLK280 2dr Roadster

Base SLK350 2dr Roadster

Base SLK55 AMG 2dr Roadster

Speakers
9 9 9
1st row LCD screen
1 1 1

Safety and Security Features

Base SLK280 2dr Roadster

Base SLK350 2dr Roadster

Base SLK55 AMG 2dr Roadster

Door curb lights
2 2 2

Mechanical Features

Base SLK280 2dr Roadster

Base SLK350 2dr Roadster

Base SLK55 AMG 2dr Roadster

Axle ratio
3.27 3.07 3.06

Other Specs