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Mercedes Benz SLK (R171) 55 AMG Specs

(2008 - 2011) - Technical Specifications for Years 2008, 2009, 2010, 2011

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With a fuel consumption of 12 litres/100km - 24 mpg UK - 20 mpg US (Average), 0 to 100 km/h (62mph) in 4.9 seconds, a maximum top speed of 155 mph (250 km/h), a curb weight of 3472 lbs (1575 kgs), the SLK (R171) 55 AMG has a naturally-aspirated V 8 cylinder engine, Petrol motor.
This engine produces a maximum power of 360 PS (355 bhp - 265 kW) at 5750 rpm and a maximum torque of 510 Nm (376 lb.ft) at 4000 rpm. The power is transmitted to the road by the rear wheel drive (RWD) with a 7 speed Automatic gearbox.
About chassis details responsible for road holding, handling behaviour and ride confort, the SLK (R171) has Coil springs. front suspension and Coil springs. rear suspension. Stock tire sizes are 225 / 40 on 18 inch rims at the front, and 245 / 35 on 18 inch rims at the rear. For stopping power, the SLK (R171) 55 AMG braking system includes Vented Discs at the front and Vented Discs at the rear.
The SLK (R171) model is a Cabrio car manufactured by Mercedes Benz, with 2 doors and 2 seats, sold new from year 2008 to 2011, and available after that as a used car.

Mercedes Benz SLK (R171) 55 AMG Engine Technical Data

Engine type - Number of cylinders :	V 8

Engine Code :	-

Fuel type :	Petrol

Fuel System :	Indirect Injection. Variable Intake

Engine Alignment :	Longitudinal

Engine Position :	Front

Engine size - Displacement - Engine capacity :	5439 cm3 or 331.9 cu-in

Bore x Stroke :	97.0 x 92.0 mm 3.82 x 3.62 inches

Number of valves :	24 Valves

Aspiration :	N/A

Compression Ratio :	11

Maximum power - Output - Horsepower :	360 PS or 355 bhp or 265 kW @ 5750 rpm

Maximum torque :	510 Nm or 376 lb.ft @ 4000 rpm

Drive wheels - Traction - Drivetrain :	RWD

Transmission Gearbox - Number of speeds :	7 speed Automatic Transmission Relations 1st Gear Ratio: 8.6 2nd Gear Ratio: 13.1 3rd Gear Ratio: 19.6 4th Gear Ratio: 27.4 5th Gear Ratio: 37.6 6th Gear Ratio: 45.9 7th Gear Ratio: 51.5 Reverse Gear Ratio: 11.0 Final Drive Ratio: -


Mercedes Benz SLK (R171) 55 AMG Fuel Consumption (Economy), Emissions and Range

Fuel Consumption - Economy - Combined:	12 L/100km 24 mpg UK / 20 mpg US

Fuel Consumption - Economy - Extra Urban:	8.8 L/100km 32 mpg UK / 27 mpg US

Fuel Consumption - Economy - City:	17.7 L/100km 16 mpg UK / 13 mpg US

Range :	583 Km or 362 miles

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

CO2 emissions :	288 g/Km (Mercedes Benz)

Mercedes Benz SLK (R171) 55 AMG Performance

Top Speed :	250 km/h or 155 Mph

Acceleration 0 to 100 km/h (0 to 62 mph) :	4.9 s

Mercedes Benz SLK (R171) 55 AMG Size, Dimensions, Aerodynamics and Weight

Body :	Cabrio

Num. of Doors :	2

Wheelbase :	243 cm or 95.67 inches

Length :	409.9 cm or 161.38 inches

Width :	179.4 cm or 70.63 inches

Height :	128.7 cm or 50.67 inches

Front Axle :	152.4 cm or 60 inches

Rear Axle :	154.9 cm or 60.98 inches

Towing Capacity Max. :	0 Kg or 0 lbs

Num. of Seats :	2

Aerodynamic drag coefficient - Cx :	-

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

Rear Brakes - Dics dimensions :	Vented Discs (- mm)

Front Tyres - Rims dimensions :	225/40 R18

Rear Tyres - Rims dimensions :	245/35 R18

Front Wheels Width :	7,5"

Rear Wheels Width :	8,5"

Curb Weight :	1575 kg OR 3472 lbs

Weight-Power Output Ratio :	4.4 kg/hp

Trunk / Boot capacity :	300 L

Steering :	Rack and pinion

Front Suspension :	Coil springs.

Rear Suspension :	Coil springs.

How much horsepower does a 2008 Mercedes Benz SLK (R171) 55 AMG have?
The 2008 Mercedes Benz SLK (R171) 55 AMG has 360 PS / 355 bhp / 265 kW horsepower.

How much does a Mercedes Benz SLK (R171) 55 AMG weighs?
The Mercedes Benz SLK (R171) 55 AMG weighs 1575 Kg / 3472 lbs.

What is the top speed of a Mercedes Benz SLK (R171) 55 AMG?
The Mercedes Benz SLK (R171) 55 AMG top speed is 250 Km/h / 155 mph.

Is Mercedes Benz SLK (R171) 55 AMG All Wheel Drive (AWD)?
No, the Mercedes Benz SLK (R171) 55 AMG is not All Wheel Drive (AWD). It's Rear Wheel Drive (RWD).