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Is the Mercedes Benz SLK Class A good car?

Is the Mercedes Benz SLK Class A good car?

Edmunds’ expert review of the Used 2012 Mercedes-Benz SLK-Class provides the latest look at trim-level features and specs, performance, safety, and comfort. At Edmunds we drive every car we review, performing road tests and competitor comparisons to help you find your perfect car. Read the full in-depth review of the Used 2012 SLK-Class at Edmunds.

What kind of engine does a 2012 Mercedes Benz SLK have?

For starters, the 2012 SLK has a new engine. Not a revised, warmed-over engine, but an all-new V-6 with a 60-degree angle between the cylinder banks. (The old 90-degree V-6 was derived from a V-8 design.)

When did Mercedes Benz stop making the SLK?

Production of the SLK/SLC was discontinued in February 2019. The R170 Mercedes SLK was the first generation compact roadster produced by Mercedes-Benz, from 1996 to 2004.

Is the Mercedes SLK a mistaken identity car?

Mistaken identity by design has worked well for Mercedes: More than 500,000 SLKs have been sold worldwide over the model’s lifetime. It may be priced similarly to the BMW Z4, Chevrolet Corvette, and Porsche Boxster, but the SLK has always been more relaxed than those cars.

What are the features of a 2012 Mercedes Benz SLK Class?

Description: Used 2012 Mercedes-Benz SLK-Class SLK350 with Tire Pressure Warning, Audio and cruise controls on steering wheel, Stability Control, Heated seats, Power Driver Seat. Contact us at 6506670000 for a full list of options and features.

Is the Mercedes Benz SLK a convertible or hardtop?

2012 Mercedes-Benz SLK-Class models The 2012 Mercedes-Benz SLK-Class is a two-seat convertible with a retractable hardtop roof. There are SLK250 and SLK350 trim levels, which are primarily differentiated by engine.

What kind of warranty does a Mercedes Benz SLK have?

The Used 2012 Mercedes-Benz SLK-Class comes with rear wheel drive. Available transmissions include: 7-speed shiftable automatic, 6-speed manual. The Used 2012 Mercedes-Benz SLK-Class comes with a 4 yr./ 50000 mi. basic warranty, a 4 yr./ 50000 mi. roadside warranty, and a 4 yr./ 50000 mi. powertrain warranty.

What kind of horsepower does a Mercedes Benz SLK350 have?

The 2012 Mercedes-Benz SLK350 gets a 3.5-liter V6 that produces 302 hp and 273 lb-ft of torque. The seven-speed auto is standard. In Edmunds performance testing, it went from zero to 60 mph in 5.6 seconds — a few tenths slower than the Z4 sDrive35i. EPA-estimated fuel economy is 20 mpg city/29 mpg highway and 23 mpg combined.

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