2012 Mercedes-Benz SLK-Class - Road Test Specs

2012 Mercedes-Benz SLK-Class Convertible

(3.5L V6 7-speed Automatic)

Vehicle

Year Make Model	2012 Mercedes-Benz SLK350 SLK-Class 2dr Convertible (3.5L 6cyl 7A)
Vehicle Type	RWD 2dr 2-passenger Convertible
Estimated MSRP	$55,250
Assembly location	Sindelfingen, Germany

Drivetrain

Configuration	Longitudinal, front engine, rear-wheel drive
Engine type	Naturally aspirated direct-injected 60-degree V6, gasoline
Displacement (cc/cu-in)	3,498/218
Block/head material	Aluminum/aluminum
Valvetrain	DOHC, four valves per cylinder, variable intake- and exhaust-valve timing
Compression ratio (x:1)	12.2
Horsepower (hp @ rpm)	302 @ 6,500
Torque (lb-ft @ rpm)	273 @ 3,500-5,250
Fuel type	Premium unleaded (required)
Transmission type	Seven-speed automatic, console shifter with steering-wheel paddle shifters
Transmission ratios (x:1)	I = 4.38, II = 2.86, III = 1.92, IV = 1.37, V = 1.00, VI = 0.82, VII = 0.73, R = 3.42 (2.23 in Comfort mode)
Final-drive ratio (x:1)	3.07

Chassis

Suspension, front	Independent MacPherson struts, coil springs, driver-adjustable two-mode variable dampers, lateral links, stabilizer bar
Suspension, rear	Independent multilink, coil springs, driver-adjustable two-mode variable dampers, stabilizer bar
Steering type	Hydraulic-assist, variable-ratio, rack-and-pinion power steering
Steering ratio (x:1)	14.5-10.1
Tire make and model	Continental ContiSportContact 5
Tire type	Summer
Tire size, rear	225/40R18
Tire size	245/35R18
Wheel material	Cast aluminum
Brakes, front	13.5-by-1.3-inch ventilated disc with two-piston sliding caliper
Brakes, rear	11.8-by-0.4-inch ventilated disc with single-piston sliding caliper

Track Test Results

0-60 mph, mfr. claim (sec.)

5.4

Fuel Consumption

Fuel economy, mfr. est. (mpg)	20 city/29 highway
Fuel tank capacity (U.S. gal.)	15.9

Audio and Advanced Technology

iPod/digital media compatibility	AM/FM/CD stereo with USB input, Bluetooth audio streaming and eight speakers
Satellite radio	Optional
Hard-drive music storage capacity (Gb)	Optional 10GB hard drive
Bluetooth phone connectivity	Standard
Navigation system	Optional, hard-drive-based, traffic updates
Telematics (OnStar, etc.)	Standard
Smart entry/Start	Optional
Parking aids	Optional sonar with on-screen guidance
Adaptive cruise control	Optional
Lane-departure monitoring	Standard driver drowsiness detection/warning system

Dimensions & Capacities

Curb weight, mfr. claim (lbs.)	3,397
Length (in.)	162.8
Width (in.)	71.3
Height (in.)	51.2
Wheelbase (in.)	95.7
Track, front (in.)	61.4
Track, rear (in.)	61.8
Turning circle (ft.)	34.5
Legroom, front (in.)	Not yet published
Headroom, front (in.)	38.0
Shoulder room, front (in.)	52.2
Seating capacity	2
Trunk volume (cu-ft)	10.1
Trunk volume, top down (cu-ft)	6.4
Convertible top material	Steel with magnesium frame, optional panoramic glass roof panel, glass rear window with defroster
Operation type	Power-operated top and latches, includes global window operation with integral tonneau cover

Warranty

Bumper-to-bumper	4 years/50,000 miles
Powertrain	4 years/50,000 miles
Corrosion	4 years/50,000 miles
Roadside assistance	Unlimited years and mileage
Free scheduled maintenance	First 3,000 miles

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