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Mercedes-Benz SLK 55 AMG

General information

ModelMercedes-Benz SLK 55 AMG
Year2004
CategoryCabriolets/sport cars
Rating64.7 out of 100. Show full rating and compare with other cars

Main features, safety and ecconomy

Engine size5439 ccm (331.89 cubic inches)
Seats2
DriveRear wheels
TransmissionAutomatic, 7-speed

Engine and transmission

Engine locationFront, longitudinal
Displacement5439 ccm (331.89 cubic inches)
Engine typeV8
Max power359.90 PS (265 kW or 355 HP) at 5750 Rev. per min.
Max torque500.00 Nm (51.0 kgf-m or 368.8 ft.lbs) at 4000 Rev. per min.
Compression11.0:1
Fuel systemInjection
Valves per cylinder4
Lubrication systemWet sump
Cooling systemLiquid
GearboxAutomatic, 7-speed

Speed and acceleration

Top speed245.0 km/h (152.2 mph)
0-100 km/h (0-62 mph)4.9 seconds
Power/weight ratio0.2337 PS/kg

Exterior and interior

Chassis typeCabriolet
Max no. of doors2
Passenger space4310 litres (1,139 gallons)

Steering, brakes and tires

Front brakesVentilated disks
Rear brakesDisks, 330 mm
Brake detailsAntiblocking system (ABS)

Dimensions and weight

Weight1540 kg (3,395.1 pounds)
Overall length4090 mm (161.0 inches)
Overall width1800 mm (70.9 inches)
Overall height1280 mm (50.4 inches)
Wheelbase2440 mm (96.1 inches)
Fuel capacity70.0 litres (18.49 gallons)

Other specifications

Country of originGermany
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