2016 Mercedes-Benz SLK-Class Quick Reference Guide

Models & MSRP

  • SLK300 –$47,000
  • SLK350 –$59,200
  • AMG SLK55–$72,600

*Above prices exclude $925 delivery & destination charge.

Model Year Changes

  • SLK300 replaces SLK250; features 241hp 2.0-liter turbocharged 4-cylinder engine and 9-speed automatic transmission; quicker acceleration and lower fuel consumption
  • Simplified packaging strategy (Premium 1, Premium 2, Premium 3)
  • Blind Spot Monitor also available outside of Driver Assistance Package
  • Five-years mbrace service standard
  • New Selenite Grey metallic and Magno Shadow Grey paint colors
  • AMG SLK55: New AMG Carbon Styling Package option

Standard Feature Highlights

  • Panorama sunroof
  • mbrace2 – in-vehicle technology suite
  • 5.8” high mounted display screen
  • 8-way power sports seats with 3-position memory
  • ECO Start/Stop
  • ATTENTION ASSIST driver drowsiness monitor
  • NECK-PRO active head restraints
  • Staggered-width wheels and tires
  • Heated power side mirrors with power fold-in

Optional Feature Highlights

  • AMG body styling (SLK300)
  • Bi-xenon headlights with Active Curve Illumination
  • PARKTRONIC with Advance Parking Assist
  • AIRSCARF neck-level heating
  • KEYLESS GO
  • MAGIC SKY CONTROL
  • Blind Spot Assist
  • Lane Keeping Assist

Model Positioning

  • The premium compact hardtop convertible sports car that ushered in the modern retractable hardtop era in 1998.

Main Competitors

  • Audi TT / TT Roadster
  • BMW Z4
  • Porsche Boxster

At a Glance

  SLK300 SLK350 AMG SLK55
Dimensions (Wheelbase/L/W/H) –in. 162.8/79.0/51.2
Engine 2.0L turbocharged 4-cyl. 3.5L V6 5.5L V8
Transmission 9-speed automatic 7-speed automatic 7-speed AMG SPEEDSHIFT
Performance 241 hp 273 lb-ft torque 302 hp 273 lb-ft torque 415 hp 398 lb-ft torque
0-60 (sec.) 5.8 5.4 4.5
Drive Configuration Rear Wheel Drive Rear Wheel Drive Rear Wheel Drive
Fuel Economy -- mpg (EPA city/hwy/comb) 25/32/28 21/29/24 19/28/22