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Mercedes Benz SLK (R171) 280 Specs

(2005 - ) Technical Specifications

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With a fuel consumption of 9.7 litres/100km - 29 mpg UK - 24 mpg US (Average), 0 to 100 km/h (62mph) in 6.3 seconds, a maximum top speed of 155 mph (250 km/h), a curb weight of 3175 lbs (1440 kgs), the SLK (R171) 280 has a naturally-aspirated V 6 cylinder engine, Petrol motor.
This engine produces a maximum power of 231 PS (228 bhp - 170 kW) at 6100 rpm and a maximum torque of 300 Nm (221 lb.ft) at 3500 rpm. The power is transmitted to the road by the rear wheel drive (RWD) with a 6 speed Manual gearbox.
On the topic of chassis details responsible for road holding, handling behavior and ride comfort, the SLK (R171) Stock tire sizes are 205 / 55 on 16 inch rims at the front, and 205 / 55 on 16 inch rims at the rear. For stopping power, the SLK (R171) 280 braking system includes Vented Discs at the front and Discs at the rear.
The SLK (R171) model is a car manufactured by Mercedes Benz, sold new from year 2005.

Mercedes Benz SLK (R171) 280 Engine Technical Data

Engine type - Number of cylinders :	V 6

Engine Code :	-

Fuel type :	Petrol

Fuel System :	MPI

Engine Alignment :	Longitudinal

Engine size - Displacement - Engine capacity :	2996 cm3 or 182.8 cu-in

Bore x Stroke :	88.0 x 82.1 mm 3.46 x 3.23 inches

Number of valves :	32 Valves

Aspiration :	N/A

Compression Ratio :	10.7

Maximum power - Output - Horsepower :	231 PS or 228 bhp or 170 kW @ 6100 rpm

Maximum torque :	300 Nm or 221 lb.ft @ 3500 rpm

Drive wheels - Traction - Drivetrain :	RWD

Transmission Gearbox - Number of speeds :	6 speed Manual Transmission Relations 1st Gear Ratio: 2nd Gear Ratio: 3rd Gear Ratio: 4th Gear Ratio: 5th Gear Ratio: 6th Gear Ratio: Reverse Gear Ratio: Final Drive Ratio:


Mercedes Benz SLK (R171) 280 Fuel Consumption (Economy), Emissions and Range

Fuel Consumption - Economy - Combined:	9.7 L/100km 29 mpg UK / 24 mpg US

Fuel Consumption - Economy - Open road:	7.2 L/100km 39 mpg UK / 33 mpg US

Fuel Consumption - Economy - City:	13.8 L/100km 20 mpg UK / 17 mpg US

Range :	721 Km or 448 miles

Fuel Tank Capacity :	70 L 15.4 UK gallons 18.5 US gallons

CO2 emissions :	231 g/Km (Mercedes Benz)

Mercedes Benz SLK (R171) 280 Performance

Top Speed :	250 km/h or 155 Mph

Acceleration 0 to 100 km/h (0 to 62 mph) :	6.3 s

Mercedes Benz SLK (R171) 280 Size, Dimensions, Aerodynamics and Weight

Num. of Doors :	2

Wheelbase :	243 cm or 95.67 inches

Length :	408.9 cm or 160.98 inches

Width :	177.7 cm or 69.96 inches

Height :	129.6 cm or 51.02 inches

Max. Towing Capacity Weight :	0 Kg or 0 lbs

Aerodynamic drag coefficient - Cx :	0.32

Front Brakes - Disc dimensions :	Vented Discs (300 mm)

Rear Brakes - Dics dimensions :	Discs (278 mm)

Front Tyres - Rims dimensions :	205/55 R16

Rear Tyres - Rims dimensions :	205/55 R16

Curb Weight :	1440 kg OR 3175 lbs

Weight-Power Output Ratio :	6.2 kg/hp

Trunk / Boot capacity :	300 L

What engine is in Mercedes Benz SLK (R171) 280?
The Mercedes Benz SLK (R171) 280 has a V 6, Petrol engine with 2996 cm3 / 182.8 cu-in capacity.

How many horsepower (hp) does a 2005 Mercedes Benz SLK (R171) 280 have?
The 2005 Mercedes Benz SLK (R171) 280 has 231 PS / 228 bhp / 170 kW.

How much does a Mercedes Benz SLK (R171) 280 weighs?
The Mercedes Benz SLK (R171) 280 weighs 1440 Kg / 3175 lbs.

What is the top speed of a Mercedes Benz SLK (R171) 280?
The Mercedes Benz SLK (R171) 280 top speed is 250 Km/h / 155 mph.

Is Mercedes Benz SLK (R171) 280 All Wheel Drive (AWD)?
No, the Mercedes Benz SLK (R171) 280 is not All Wheel Drive (AWD). It's Rear Wheel Drive (RWD).