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Mercedes-Benz SLK320

General information

ModelMercedes-Benz SLK320
Year1999
CategoryCabriolets/sport cars
Rating57.7 out of 100. Show full rating and compare with other cars

Main features, safety and ecconomy

Engine size3199 ccm (195.20 cubic inches)
Fuel typeGasoline
Seats2
DriveRear wheels
Transmission5-speed automatic or 6-speed manual

Engine and transmission

Engine locationFront, longitudinal
Displacement3199 ccm (195.20 cubic inches)
Engine typeInline, 6 cylinder
Max power218.00 PS (160 kW or 215 HP) at 5700 Rev. per min.
Max torque316.00 Nm (32.2 kgf-m or 233.1 ft.lbs) at 3000 Rev. per min.
Bore x stroke89.9 x 84.0 mm (3.5 x 3.3 inches)
Fuel systemInjection
Valves per cylinder3
Fuel controlOverhead cam (OHC)
Gearbox5-speed automatic or 6-speed manual

Speed and acceleration

Power/weight ratio0.1639 PS/kg

Exterior and interior

Max no. of doors5
Passenger space4220 litres (1,115 gallons)
Aerodynamic dragcoefisient0.3

Steering, brakes and tires

Turn circle11 m (417.3 inches)
Front brakesDisks
Rear brakesDisks

Dimensions and weight

Weight1330 kg (2,932.1 pounds)
Overall length4000 mm (157.5 inches)
Overall width1720 mm (67.7 inches)
Overall height1280 mm (50.4 inches)
Ground clearance160 mm (6.3 inches)
Wheelbase2410 mm (94.9 inches)
Fuel capacity60.0 litres (15.85 gallons)

Other specifications

Country of originGermany
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