Mercedes-Benz R 171

Mercedes -Benz SLK 200 Kompressor (2004-2008)

The Mercedes -Benz R 171 is a roadster of the automobile manufacturer Mercedes -Benz. R was The convertible is the second generation of the SLK series and the successor to the Mercedes -Benz R 170 171 Built in the Mercedes- Benz plant in Bremen. The vehicle was unveiled at the 74th Geneva Motor Show. Launch in Europe was 27 March 2004 on 26 March 2011, he was replaced by the third generation. By the end of 2009 about 220,000 vehicles were delivered to customers.

Changes compared to the previous model

The electro-hydraulic roof mechanism has been slightly modified compared to its predecessor. In the new model, the rear window rotates in its frame so that their curvature shows up when folded. This enabled the trunk in the convertible mode can be increased. New SLK and for the first time in a convertible Mercedes- Benz was the optional neck-level heating. They conveyed via channels in the seat and in the headrest heated air upward and directs a warm beam onto the neck of the driver and passenger. The temperature is adjustable in three stages and the fan power automatically adapts to the speed.

The distinctive front is a reference to the super sports car Mercedes -Benz SLR McLaren by McLaren -Mercedes and has led to the nickname " coati ".

Engines

The engines include a four-cylinder ( engine code M 271 ), two six-cylinder engine (M 272) and an eight-cylinder engine (M 113). From the start of the series, the four-cylinder engine was available. The engine has a displacement of 1.8 liters and is supplied by a compressor with charge air. In the SLK 350, the new generation of six-cylinder engines, internally referred to as the M 272, which have four valves per cylinder again debuted. Mid-2005 was nachgeschoben the three-liter version of the new generation in the SLK 280. The top position is occupied by the AMG model, it performs with a 5.5 - liter naturally aspirated engine 265 kW (360 hp). Even more, the SLK 55 AMG Black Series. With 294 kW (400 hp) and a fixed carbon fiber roof instead Vario folding roof, he was positioned as a competitor against the BMW Z4 M Coupé.

A diesel engine was not offered for the SLK R 171. However, Mercedes -Benz showed in 2005 a study called SLK 320 Triturbo. In the held in the design of the SLK 55 AMG car to set up the then new OM 642 diesel engine and increased performance with three turbochargers to 210 kW ( 286 hp ) and 630 Nm of torque. With an average consumption of 7.5 liters per 100 km, the car would have reached in 5.3 seconds 100 km / h. The top speed is said to have governed located at 250 km / h. It remained, however, the individual piece.

The figures in brackets refer to vehicles with automatic transmission. * Top speed electronically limited to 250 km / h

Transmission

Is switched to the four-and six-cylinder models equipped with a six-speed manual transmission. Automatic transmissions are available on request. These include the four-cylinder five- and six-cylinder engines in the seven gears. The seven-speed automatic transmission 7G- Tronic is fitted as standard with the eight-cylinder engine. For all automatic transmissions can be the shifting comfort even increase with gearshift buttons on the steering wheel.

Facelift

In December 2007, the facelift of the SLK was presented. Deliveries began in April 2008. The new model received a new front bumper, which is more dynamic, as well as larger, trapezoidal exhaust pipes, diffuser-look and darker lighting at the rear. The engines were adapted to the new generation of engines. Thus, the SLK is now 135 kW ( 184 hp ) compressor made ​​200 instead of 120 kW (163 hp). This revised engine was already known from the C -, E-and CLK-Class. Be first the SLK 350 (Sport) with 224 kW received the new sports engine (305 hp) (predecessor: 200 kW/272 hp); All engines were fuel efficient, according to Mercedes -Benz. The prices started at € 36,503.25 (as of December 2007). In some markets (eg the U.S.), the SLK 280 is delivered as SLK 300 since the facelift. From March 2009, the latter was also sold in Germany as the SLK 300.

Special models

Edition 10

For the tenth anniversary of the Mercedes SLK brought in January 2007, the Special Edition model 10 on the market. Standard comes this special model in black therefore. On request there is the limited edition of 350 models matt gray metallic paint allanite gray Magno, which remains subject to this model. The 17- inch, dark gray and high-gloss ten-spoke alloy wheels with black and silver emblems bearing the Mercedes star round off the appearance. In addition, the SLK Edition 10 receives darkened tail lights. On the wings logo ( EDITION ) are attached. In the interior, all applications and the seats are covered with black leather. In addition, the seats are silver-colored topstitching, increase the black and silver contrast, are used. Speedometer and tachometer underline by red scale rings the exclusivity of this model.

2LOOK Edition

At the Geneva Motor Show 2009, Mercedes will have a limited edition of 300 pieces special model. This is called 2LOOK Edition. The SLK 2LOOK Edition is only available in the colors black and calcite. On request, special models in Obsidian Black Metallic Designo Mystic White or are available. Inside, the leather upholstery are correspondingly in the other color to achieve a high contrast. In addition, it has five-spoke alloy wheels with 18 -inch diameter. These are available either in the special painting " Chrome Shadow" or in the special paint titanium silver. The appearance of this model is complemented by accessories fitted to the side sills logo with the name of the special model and a wind deflector made ​​of transparent acrylic glass, which also bears the logo. Could be ordered it with all engines. Excluded was the AMG version.

Grand Edition

On January 11, 2010 Mercedes put on another special model. The SLK Grand Edition is deposited with an exclusive paint finish and a refined interior of the other SLK models. In addition, there is the Airscarf system and heated seats as standard. In addition to the given colors there are in the special model if desired hue " designo graphite ". For the Grand Edition is available 18- inch alloy wheels, 5- triple- spoke design. In addition, the third brake light is darkened in this model; silver-colored fins on the air intakes are mounted on the hood. Other identifying features are the darkened surrounds the headlights and logos (" Grand Edition " ) on the fenders. In the interior, all applications are clothed with leather. The leather seats are kept in the shade " designo basalt gray pearl".