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Mercedes-Benz SLK 55 AMG Roadster

General information

ModelMercedes-Benz SLK 55 AMG Roadster
Year2009
CategoryCabriolets/sport cars
Rating60 out of 100. Show full rating and compare with other cars

Main features, safety and ecconomy

Engine size5439 ccm (331.89 cubic inches)
Fuel typeDiesel
Fuel city driving16.8 litres/100 km (14.00 miles per gallon)
Fuel mixed driving13.8 litres/100 km (17.00 miles per gallon)
Fuel highway driving10.7 litres/100 km (22.00 miles per gallon)
Seats2
DriveRear wheels
TransmissionAutomatic, 7-speed
Airbags6. 0

Engine and transmission

Engine locationFront, longitudinal
Displacement5439 ccm (331.89 cubic inches)
Engine typeV8
Max power360.00 PS (265 kW or 355 HP) at 5750 Rev. per min.
Max torque509.86 Nm (52.0 kgf-m or 376.1 ft.lbs) at 4000 Rev. per min.
Bore x stroke97.0 x 92.0 mm (3.8 x 3.6 inches)
Fuel systemInjection. Sequentially electronic fuel injection
Valves per cylinder3
Fuel controlSingle overhead cam (SOHC)
Lubrication systemWet sump
Cooling systemLiquid
GearboxAutomatic, 7-speed

Speed and acceleration

Power/weight ratio0.2903 PS/kg

Exterior and interior

Chassis typeCabriolet
Max no. of doors2
Leg room front1090 mm (42.9 inches)
Passenger space1388 litres (367 gallons)
Cargo space198 litres (52 gallons)
Optional cargo space1995 litres (527 gallons)
Aerodynamic dragcoefisient1.0

Steering, brakes and tires

SteeringTraction control
Turn circle11 m (444.9 inches)
Front brakesVentilated disks
Rear brakesVentilated disks
Brake detailsAntilocking brake system (ABS)

Dimensions and weight

Weight1240 kg (2,733.7 pounds)
Max weight with load1575 kg (3,472.3 pounds)
Towing weight2035 kg (4,486.4 pounds)
Overall length4110 mm (161.8 inches)
Overall width1800 mm (70.9 inches)
Overall height1290 mm (50.8 inches)
Wheelbase2440 mm (96.1 inches)
Fuel capacity70.0 litres (18.49 gallons)

Other specifications

Country of originGermany
Aprox price as new USD65740
CO2 emissions237.0 g/km
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