New 2012 Mercedes-Benz SLK-Class

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Consumer Reviews Summary

Overall Rating:

5/5

Value:

4.8/5

Exterior:

5/5

Interior:

4.8/5

Comfort:

4.8/5

Performance:

5/5

Reliability:

5/5

5 of 5 (100%) customers said they would recommend this vehicle to a friend.

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2012 Mercedes-Benz SLK-Class Overview

Redesigned for 2012, Mercedes' third-generation SLK roadster continues to offer a folding metal hardtop, but it can now come with Mercedes' Magic Sky Control, a glass roof panel with variable transparency. On sale in summer 2011, the SLK-Class will come initially as an SLK350 with a 3.5-liter V-6. Starting in early 2012, Mercedes will add an SLK250, with a turbocharged four-cylinder, as an entry-level model. Competitors to both cars include the Audi TT, BMW Z4 and Porsche Boxster.

A high-performance AMG variant is dubbed SLK55 AMG.

Exterior
The new SLK is about an inch longer and wider than its predecessor, but it's still one of the shorter cars in its class. Like on the SLS-Class supercar, the SLK's grille sits low and well ahead of the headlights; a single chrome band divides it, with Mercedes' three-pointed star sitting front and center. Like many new luxury cars, the SLK uses LEDs in its taillights and daytime running lights. Exterior features include:

Standard power-retracting hardtop and dual tailpipes
Optional adaptive xenon headlights, keyless access system, and Magic Sky Control, a glass ceiling panel that goes from transparent to opaque at the touch of a button

Interior
A more shelf-like dashboard dominates the new SLK's two-seat interior; Mercedes says it used horizontal shapes to emphasize the car's width. A standard 5.8-inch center screen houses the stereo and optional navigation displays. The automaker says the SLK's glove compartment is 26 percent larger than its predecessor. Trunk volume measures 10.1 cubic feet with the folding hardtop raised and 6.4 cubic feet with it lowered. Interior features include:

Standard Bluetooth audio streaming, aluminum trim, flat-bottom, a leather-wrapped steering wheel with audio and cruise controls, and sun-reflecting leather upholstery that mitigates heat
Optional wood-and-leather steering wheel, wood trim, premium leather, and neck-level heating vents embedded in seatbacks

Under the Hood
The SLK250 uses a turbocharged four-cylinder engine, while the SLK350 has a 3.5-liter V-6. Mercedes says the SLK250 accelerates to 60 mph in 6.5 seconds, while the SLK350 takes 5.4 seconds. Mechanical features include:

Turbocharged 1.8-liter four-cylinder with 201 horsepower and 229 pounds-feet of torque (SLK250)
3.5-liter V-6 with 302 hp and 273 pounds-feet of torque (SLK350)
SLK250 comes with a six-speed manual or seven speed automatic; SLK350 comes only with the automatic

Safety
Mercedes' Attention Assist feature, which uses dozens of metrics to detect driver drowsiness and alert you accordingly, is standard. So are head-extending side airbags that deploy from the doors.

*Overview courtesy of Cars.com

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Overall Rating:

5/5

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Value:

4.8/5

Exterior:

5/5

Interior:

4.8/5

Comfort:

4.8/5

Performance:

5/5

Reliability:

5/5

5 of 5 (100%) customers said they would recommend this vehicle to a friend.

Two Most Recent Reviews:

My New SLK 350

Overall Rating:

5/5

Value:

5/5

Exterior:

5/5

Interior:

5/5

Comfort:

5/5

Performance:

5/5

Reliability:

5/5

Reviewed by Convertible Lover in Philadelphia Ms 39350
December 05, 2011

I really love the new SLK 350, from the complete restyle on the exterior to the complete makeover of the interior, I am completely pleased and excited with this car. The interior is more plush and comfortable than ever before. We have had seven of these rosdsters and this one far excels above all the others.The ride and drive is much improved as well. This car is more responsive than before and the ride is also more comfotable as well.The voice activated GPS is great along with the improved quality of the sound system.

I would recommend this vehicle to a friend: YES

Fun drive

Overall Rating:

5/5

Value:

4/5

Exterior:

5/5

Interior:

5/5

Comfort:

5/5

Performance:

5/5

Reliability:

5/5

Reviewed by Wookie in Elgin, IL
November 28, 2011

Purchased the car a couple of monts ago and so far I have greatly enjoyed it. No complaints so far and my wife also enjoys the top down cruises. I just retired and I am looking forward to the get-a-ways.

I would recommend this vehicle to a friend: YES

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