At the beginning of 2011, the presentation of the 3rd generation Mercedes-Benz SLK roadster took place. The novelty received an appearance made in the style of the latest models from Stuttgart, and also acquired small air intakes in the front fenders, LED running lights in the front bumper and two exhaust pipes.
The body of the new Mercedes SLK R172 has become more aerodynamically efficient, the drag coefficient has been reduced from 0.32 to 0.30. In the fight for weight reduction, the hood and front fenders of the model are made of aluminum. And one of the main features of the new roadster was the ability to order a panoramic roof with a variable level of transparency.
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The interior of the Mercedes-Benz SLK 3 is made with an eye on the supercar. A large LCD information display is located in the center of the panel, and the driver and his passenger should be pleased with the new AIRGUIDE wind-stop system, which reduces the level of noise in the cabin when driving with the roof down. This is very relevant in connection with recent studies that say.
Under the hood, the most powerful modification of the Mercedes SLK 350 received a 3.5-liter “six” with a capacity of 302 hp. capable of accelerating the roadster from zero to hundreds in 5.4 seconds. The maximum speed of such a machine, however, is electronically limited to 250 km / h.
The Mercedes SLK 250 version is equipped with a 201-horsepower 1.8-liter engine, which provides acceleration to hundreds in 6.5 seconds. Also, buyers can purchase a new product with the same power unit, but with a capacity of 184 “horses”, or with a 2.1-liter diesel engine with a return of 204 hp. (500 Nm).
Receiving orders for the new Mercedes SLK R172 started in Germany on January 17, prices start at 38,675 euros for the SLK 200 version, from 44,256 euros for the SLK 250 and from 52,300 euros for the top-end SLK 350 modification. depending on the chosen motor, it varies from 2,690,000 to 3,400,000 rubles.
A short length roadster from a prestige car company. A model with a sporty character and just a model created for fun - this is the Mercedes-Benz SLK-Class.
The third generation of the car, which the public saw in 2011, but now the design of the car was created under the design. The fact that a new generation of the roadster will soon be released was announced by the manufacturer in 2010. The car began to be sold in March 2011, and a few months later there was a released car equipped with a diesel power unit, also during this time they released and provided the public with a more powerful version, which was created in a tuning studio and has the name.
Exterior
The body consists of metal, but not completely, the manufacturer made the hood with front fenders from aluminum in order to at least slightly reduce fuel consumption and improve dynamic performance. The roof is made of plastic, which also reduced the weight of the car, but also reduced the time for opening and closing the roof.
The muzzle of the convertible received a long embossed hood, and the headlights are made in the form of previous generations. The headlights are lined and equipped with a washer. The large grille has a huge logo that is connected to a chrome horizontal bar. The bumper has LED daytime running lights and air intakes.
On the side, the model received slightly swollen wheel arches. Near the front arch there is a gill with a chrome insert, from which there is a stamping line. The rear view mirror is mounted on a leg, and so it has a stylish turn signal repeater.
The back of the SLK-Class R172 has received large optics that look really stylish. The large trunk lid forms a small spoiler with its shape, on which the brake light repeater is duplicated. The rear bumper is essentially simple, it pleases that under it there are two huge pipes of the exhaust system.
Body dimensions:
- length - 4134 mm;
- width - 1810 mm;
- height - 1301 mm;
- wheelbase - 2430 mm;
- ground clearance - 150 mm.
Specifications
| Type | Volume | Power | Torque | Overclocking | Max Speed | Number of cylinders |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Petrol | 1.8 l | 184 HP | 270 H*m | 7 sec. | 237 km/h | 4 |
| Petrol | 1.8 l | 204 HP | 310 H*m | 6.6 sec. | 243 km/h | 4 |
| Petrol | 3.5 l | 306 HP | 370 H*m | 5.6 sec. | 250 km/h | V6 |
Gasoline and diesel engines of various capacities were offered. Our customers are available only gasoline units in the amount of 3 pieces. Motors are relatively average power, but for such a car they are more than enough.
- Turbocharged 4-cylinder M271 engine with a volume of 2 liters. This is the base motor Mercedes-Benz SLK-Class R172 almost entirely made of aluminum with DOHC camshafts. The motor received direct injection, carried out by piezoelectric injectors, there is also a system for changing the valve timing. The output of 184 horses and 300 torque provide acceleration in 7 seconds and 237 km / h top speed. He uses 8 liters of gasoline in the city.
- The engine related to the 300 version is also a 2-liter and turbocharged. It allowed, with 245 horsepower and 370 units of torque, to achieve hundreds in 6 seconds, the maximum speed reached the well-known limiter. The motor is also an in-line 4-cylinder 16-valve. Its consumption is declared at 8 liters, the start-stop system installed on all units allows saving.
- Buyers most often preferred the 350 version, but wanted the 55 AMG more. 350 was equipped with the M276 BlueDIRECT engine, in which the block heads received a camber of 60 degrees and, accordingly, a balancing shaft. Atmospheric V6 issued 306 horses and 370 torque units allowed the convertible to start up to a hundred in 5.6 seconds. A minimum flow rate of 10 liters is provided to you, in fact it will be more.
- Also, the line was equipped with diesel and other units, they were not supplied to Russia, so there is no point in talking about them.
A pair for all is a single automatic transmission 7G-Tronic Plus with 7 gears. The gearbox was tuned, there was a comfortable and sporty mode, when purchasing the option of petals, another mode appeared. This gearbox is a torque converter and differs from the previous one only in fuel economy.
The suspension of the SLK-Class P172 is very similar to the architecture of the C-Class, but there were still some differences. The manufacturer constantly calls the front MacPherson a three-link, perhaps this is a marketing ploy. The rear suspension is multi-link. Installed anti-roll bars and hydraulic telescopic shock absorbers.
The front disc brakes have a single piston and a movable caliper. The rear brake system is identical to the front, in principle, the system is quite enough.
Interior
The center console received two round air deflectors, which are made in the style of an aircraft deflector. Between them is a small touch screen multimedia and navigation system. Above all this, on the dashboard, there is an analogue clock. Under the screen is a large number of buttons to control the audio system. Next are the heating buttons, ESP, and under all this is a chic and convenient climate control control unit.
On the tunnel in the Mercedes-Benz SLK-Class there is a niche for small things, a gear selector, a multimedia control washer and another niche with cup holders. There is a luggage compartment here, but due to the fact that this is a convertible it is small, its volume is only 225 liters.
Behind the wheel on the dashboard is a large speedometer and tachometer between which is an on-board computer. There is climate control, a puck with which you can control multimedia. The driver can choose a comfortable position for himself, as there are electronic seat adjustments in several positions.
There are only two seats here, these are wonderful sports leather seats with electric adjustments and excellent lateral support. Sitting is quite comfortable, there is not much space, but it is enough, and the lateral support does its job perfectly.
In general, even though this is a roadster, you can ride it every day and feel comfortable.
Price
Previously, the car was sold at the price tags listed below. Now the company has released a replacement for the car -.
The manufacturer offers only 3 complete sets, but here you pay only for the motor, and the equipment remains the same. If you want more interesting equipment, you will have to purchase additional options.
The basic version costs 2 690 000 rubles and here's what you get for that money:
- leather upholstery;
- electrically adjustable seats;
- heated seats;
- blind spot and lane control;
- help start uphill;
- climate control;
- simple audio system;
- Cruise control;
- rear and front parking sensors;
- tire pressure sensor;
- xenon optics;
- fog lights;
- auto-correction;
- 6 airbags.
You have to pay for the most expensive version 3,400,000 rubles and here is a list of additional options:
- paddle shifters;
- door sills;
- active power steering;
- collision avoidance;
- navigation;
- another, chic audio system;
- 17th or 18th discs;
- keyless access;
- button start;
- USB port.
This roadster is fast, beautiful and comfortable, it is designed to give its owner pleasure, so the SLK-Class R172 will be a great car for a young guy or girl to enjoy driving.
Video
The 3rd generation Mercedes-Benz SLK roadster (factory model index R172) was presented to fans of speed and drive at the Geneva Motor Show in the spring of 2011. For the podium of the Frankfurt Motor Show in the autumn of the same year, the German manufacturer prepared the fastest version of the Mercedes SLK 55 AMG. In our review article, we will carefully consider the body design and interior architecture of a new generation of a two-seater Mercedes SLK sports car, indicate the full technical specifications, external dimensions, tires and wheels offered for installation, enamel color options, equipment and their saturation with comfort, safety and entertainment functions. We will conduct a test drive, find out the real fuel consumption, evaluate the degree of comfort offered to the driver and passenger, the quality of the materials used for interior decoration, find out the cost for which you can buy a Mercedes-Benz SLK sample 2012-2013 in Russia, and the price of the proposed additional equipment and accessories . Our verbal portrait of the SLK roadster will be complemented by photo and video materials, an analysis of owner reviews will reveal the strengths and weaknesses of the car.
The German roadster with a folding hardtop has overall body dimensions comparable to compact representatives of the European B-class. But unlike them - the interior of the car with one row of seats for the driver and his companion. The SLK spool is small, and not only expensive (price from 2.29 million rubles), but also beautiful, temperamental and charismatic.
- Dimensions Mercedes-Benz SLK bodies are: 4134 mm in length, 1810 mm (with 2006 mm mirrors) in width, 1301 mm in height (with a raised roof), 2430 mm wheelbase, 870 mm length of the front overhang, 834 mm length of the rear overhang, 112 mm ground clearance ( clearance). The drag coefficient of the body is 0.30 Cx.
Depending on the version of the roadster, and there are three of them for Russian motorists, it is planned to install tires and wheels of various sizes:
- for Mercedes SLK 250 tires 205/55 R16 on alloy wheels 16 radius, it is possible to order rubber and wheels size 17 or 18;
- for the Mercedes SLK 350, 225/45 R17 tires are installed on the front axle, and 245/40 R17 tires on the rear axle and, of course, only alloy wheels of size 17, large 18-inch wheels as an option;
- the hurricane version of the Mercedes SLK 55 AMG is shod in tires 235/40 R18 for the front axle and 255/35 R18 for the rear axle, 18 size AMG wheels of three varieties from basic five-spoke to optional multi-spoke titanium gray for almost 35 thousand rubles or black matte for 69 thousand rubles.
A quick glance at the Mercedes-Benz SLK roadster is enough to catch the external resemblance of the model to its older and more expensive brothers, the Mercedes-Benz SL and SLS AMG. The car's family style with a three-pointed star on the front of the grille is present in every line, rib and stamping of the body of the two-seat compact roadster.
Neat bi-xenon (Intelligent Light System) headlights, a long hood forming a stylish transition into a prominent forward grille nose, a visually simple bumper with a huge lower air intake section and stylish LED daytime running lights - this is how we see the car from the front.
The soft lines and harmonious proportions of the body when viewed from the side create smooth transitions of the hood surface into the windshield frame, an ideal roof dome flowing down to a compact stern with exquisitely enlarged wings. Harmoniously inscribed in the front fenders, the air ducts transfer the energy of the escaping air flows to the sidewalls of the doors, leaving behind characteristic touches, while the surfaces themselves are barely perceptibly swollen and crowned with external mirrors on legs. Regardless of whether the hardtop of a two-seater sports car is raised or lowered, every detail of the exterior demonstrates composure and focus on ensuring high speed performance. Dynamics, speed, excitement and at the same time no aggression, the car seems to be confident in its high potential and does not want to show off its muscles once again.
The rear part of the body with perfectly designed surfaces of pontoon fenders, a spherical trunk lid, original light elements of overall lighting equipment with LED filling, a bumper with trapezoidal exhaust pipe nozzles inscribed in its surface looks like a powerful hurricane has swept away everything superfluous, leaving an ideal surface with a minimum set of aerodynamic chips. This part of the body is mainly seen by motorists when the SLK stops at a red traffic light or quickly moves away, overtaking the next car in the stream.
When making a voyage around the compact body of a German car, three characteristics do not arbitrarily suggest themselves: stylish, bright and cool. The 3rd generation Mercedes-Benz SLK really looks great.
- Twelve different enamel colors complement the bright appearance of the car: three basic non-metallic ones - white calcite, fire opal and black, for metallic ones - silver diamond, silver iridium, silver palladium, silver galena, gray indium, gray tenorite, blue cavansite or black obsidian must be paid extra about 43,000 rubles, a chic color white diamond costs 85,500 rubles.
Finishing the description of the appearance, it remains only to mention that the Mercedes SLK 55 AMG differs in appearance from versions with less powerful engines by a different aerodynamic body kit (front and rear bumpers with more pronounced skirts and a diffuser, door sills, a pair of twin muffler nozzles).
Let's start with the ability of a roadster to turn into a coupe and vice versa. A sophisticated electro-hydraulic convertible top mechanism is capable of raising or lowering the roof dome in 20 seconds. It is possible to perform the operation in a static position of the car or at a speed of up to 15 mph.
The roof itself is offered in three versions: a conventional metal panoramic roof with transparent tinted glass in the middle section and an advanced panoramic glass roof that can adjust the degree of transparency (Magic Sky Control). The mechanism works perfectly, and many owners before the trip, like children, play opening and closing the roof.
The trunk with the roof up is able to accommodate 335 liters, with its addition, the useful volume of the luggage compartment will be reduced to 225 liters.
The salon of the new SLK makes a good impression not only with the presence of heated sports seats, electrically adjustable, anatomical profile and bright lateral support, but also with the presence of a neck heating system (Airs Carf) already in the basic configuration. Premium trim materials, only the leather on the seats may not like it, it is slippery. And one more incident is present in the expensive Merce. By pushing the seat all the way back, the driver will encounter the fact that the back of the back rests against the rear panel, while emitting a constant creak (German ergonomics experts did not finish watching).
The driver's seat provides a low sports fit. Even when passing through the “studs”, the side support rollers carefully hug the body, ensuring full contact of the pilot’s body with the seat. The steering wheel with characteristic tides in the area of the correct grip, a stylish dashboard with circular radii of the speedometer and tachometer, a multifunctional display in the center - the information content is excellent. The ergonomics of the placement of controls is worthy of special praise, the buttons responsible for setting up the multimedia system, climate control, and auxiliary functions of the car work with a pleasant and measured effort.
When ordering a car, potential Russian owners of a roadster pack their purchase with additional options, which is called to the eyeballs. And the choice of additional equipment is extensive, and how, when buying a car for more than two million rubles, to deny yourself a multifunctional steering wheel with wood trim for 34,000 rubles, the Comand Online system (17.8 cm color screen, navigation, Internet browser, DVD changer) for 201 thousand rubles with kopecks, Harman Kardon acoustics for 48285 rubles, Keyless-Go keyless entry system, driver assistance package for 134420 rubles, which includes active cruise control with automatic braking function, monitoring systems for blind spots and lane crossing, electric folding rear-view mirrors with a dimming function, dual-zone climate control for more than 47 thousand rubles, is impossible.
Thus, when ordering additional stages, the cost of the SLK 250 version easily exceeds 3 !!! million rubles - here's a compact roadster for you.
Specifications Mercedes SLK 2012-2013: independent suspension - MacPherson struts in front, multi-link rear, disc brakes, rear-wheel drive, hydraulic power steering. ABS with BAS, ESP and ASR are responsible for safety. Additionally, you can order a sports suspension lowered by 10 mm or a Dynamic Handling package (adaptive shock absorbers, Torque Vectoring Brake brake system - imitates a differential lock, a steering rack with variable tooth pitches - the steering wheel is sharper and 25% less revolutions are needed to turn from lock to lock steering wheel).
In Russia, the new SLK is offered with three petrol engines:
- The SLK 250 with a four-cylinder 1.8-liter (204 hp) is paired with a 7G-Tronic Plus automatic, the engine provides the 1500 kg roadster with dynamics up to 100 mph in 6.6 seconds and a top speed of 243 mph.
Fuel consumption, according to the manufacturer, from 5.4 liters on the highway to 8.7 liters in the city, in the combined cycle the engine is content with 6.6 liters.
- Mercedes SLK 350 with a six-cylinder 3.5-liter (306 hp) in tandem with an automatic transmission 7G-Tronic Plus is able to deliver a car weighing from 1540 kg to the first hundred in 5.6 seconds, electronics will not allow to accelerate faster than 250 mph.
Fuel consumption according to the passport is from 5.5 liters outside the city to 9.9 liters in city traffic, with a value of 7.1 liters in combined mode. Both engines are equipped with the Blue Efficiency package (a start-stop system and other features that allow you to save a total of 10% to 15% of fuel compared to a car without this innovation).
- Hurricane SLK 55 AMG with eight-cylinder 5.5-liter (421 hp) aggregated
- 7automatic transmission (AMG Speedshift Plus 7G-Tronic). Roadster weighing 1610 kg, the engine shoots up to a hundred in 4.6 seconds, the maximum speed is 250 (electronically limited), by deactivating the auto limiter, it easily overcomes the maximum speed limit of 300 mph.
According to the manufacturer's data, the engine from AMG drinks fuel from 6.2 liters on a suburban highway to 12 liters when driving in urban mode.
Test Drive new Mercedes SLK: even with the initial 204-horsepower engine, the SLK roadster is a real wolf in sheep's clothing. It looks calm and sedate, but as soon as the engine is started, the character of the car changes. The dynamics are super, the car is obedient and predictable at any speed, the stabilization system allows you to misbehave, intervening only in an emergency. The automatic transmission is also two-faced, in economy mode the automatic shifts up to save fuel, in sport mode it is able to jump three or four steps down, providing ideal torque. On a straight road, driving the youngest two-seater sports roadster from Mercedes-Benz, you can drive very quickly, but not interestingly. It’s another thing to drive along winding roads with a lot of turns - it’s a thrill, the car seems to be pouring into a turn, the effort on the steering wheel is given off by a pleasant heaviness in the hands, the machine picks up the gear, and at the exit of the turn, opening the fuel supply, we enjoy the noble baritone heard from the exhaust system.
But !, even such a phenomenal car has disadvantages (as for our road reality) - a meager amount of ground clearance and a stiff suspension.
What is the price: the price in Russia for the status Mercedes SLK 2012-2013 starts from 2.29 million rubles for the SLK 250. You can buy a Mercedes in the showrooms of official dealers SLK 350 from 2.57 million rubles. The cost of selling the SLK 55 AMG soars to 3.25 million rubles. At the same time, you need to add the cost of expensive options and accessories to the price of the car, because even such a trifle as floor mats cost, alas, a lot.
