The SLK-Class is the baby sports-car in the

Mercedes-Benz range.

It was the first 2-seater on the market with a

re-tractable folding hardtop, providing coupe-

like safety as well as comfort. The fold-down

hardtop is easily activated.

The SLK-Class Range

1. The SLK250 is the entry-level with a new

148 Kw turbo-charged four-cylinder engine

with a manual 6-speed or optional seven-

speed automatic gearbox.

2. The SLK350 boasts a more powerful 222 Kw

direct-injection V6 teamed with a paddle-

shifted seven-speed automatic.

3. The SLK55 AMG tops the range with a 305

Kw hand-built 5.5-litre V8 engine that uses

‘automatic stop/start’ and cylinder de-

activation to improve fuel economy.

Safety Features

All SLK models include eight airbags, active

head restraints, tire pressure monitoring,

stability and traction control, anti-lock brakes

with Brake Assist, and the ‘mbrace2’

emergency communication system.

Options

Options include Bi-xenon headlights with

active curve illumination, hard-drive based

navigation system, AIRSCARF neck-level

heating, harman/kardon audio system and the

world's first MAGIC SKY CONTROL electro-

chromic roof.

For 2015, ‘AMG Body Styling’ is standard on

the SLK350 and the Lighting Package (active

Bi-Xenon headlights) is standard on the SLK55

AMG as well.

Comments from International Motor Publications

1. "In other respects, the SLK is the consummate luxury hardtop convertible, as long as you

don't mind driving a pint-sized car instead of something like the relatively imposing SL.

Indeed, that's the only real compromise the SLK demands. If you're looking for a small

roadster with a grand-touring pedigree, the SLK is hard to beat." -- AutoTrader

2. "But with its noble lineage and well-rounded nature, the 2014 Mercedes-Benz SLK-Class

will always be a strong draw in this small segment. And for those who prefer not to pay SL

money for a luxury convertible, the comparatively affordable Mercedes SLK just might be

the next best thing." -- Edmunds

3. "Now in its third generation, the latest SLK provides a much better balance between

handling and comfort while continuing to offer the versatile hardtop convertible

configuration that made the original a hit." -- Left Lane News

4. "The latest generation of Mercedes' 2-seater is larger and roomier than past models, and

its exterior design has matured into something truly elegant yet aggressive. A variety of

engines - from a small and efficient 4-cylinder to a mighty AMG V8 - enable the 2014 SLK's

performance to range from competent to blistering. Dynamically it still feels softer than

the corner-carving Porsche Boxster, but the SLK's emphasis on comfort and prestige

should come as no surprise for any car wearing the vaunted 3-Pointed Star, and those

traits only add to this roadster's overall appeal." -- Kelley Blue Book