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Mercedes-Benz SLK 200

General information

ModelMercedes-Benz SLK 200
Year2003
CategoryCabriolets/sport cars
Rating63 out of 100. Show full rating and compare with other cars

Main features, safety and ecconomy

Engine size1998 ccm (121.92 cubic inches)
Fuel typeGasoline
Seats2
DriveRear wheels
Transmission5-speed automatic or 6-speed manual

Engine and transmission

Engine locationFront, longitudinal
Displacement1998 ccm (121.92 cubic inches)
Engine typeInline, 4 cylinder
Max power163.00 PS (120 kW or 161 HP) at 5300 Rev. per min.
Max torque234.00 Nm (23.9 kgf-m or 172.6 ft.lbs) at 2500 Rev. per min.
Compression9.5:1
Bore x stroke89.9 x 78.7 mm (3.5 x 3.1 inches)
Fuel systemInjection
Valves per cylinder4
Lubrication systemWet sump
Cooling systemLiquid
Gearbox5-speed automatic or 6-speed manual

Speed and acceleration

Power/weight ratio0.1264 PS/kg

Exterior and interior

Max no. of doors5
Passenger space4220 litres (1,115 gallons)
Cargo space210 litres (55 gallons)
Aerodynamic dragcoefisient0.3

Steering, brakes and tires

Turn circle11 m (417.3 inches)
Front brakesDisks
Rear brakesDisks

Dimensions and weight

Weight1290 kg (2,844.0 pounds)
Overall length4020 mm (158.3 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 capacity70.0 litres (18.49 gallons)

Other specifications

Country of originGermany
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