The Mercedes-Benz SLK 280 is a convertible/cabriolet with 2 doors and a front mounted engine which delivers its power through the rear wheels.
It forms part of Mercedes-Benz's R 171 model series.
The 6 cylinder, double overhead camshaft naturally aspirated powerplant has 4 valves per cylinder and a displacement of 3 litres. This unit provides power and torque figures of 228 bhp (231 PS/170 kW) at 6000 rpm and 300 Nm (221 lbft/30.6 kgm) at 2500-5000 rpm respectively.
A 7 speed automatic gearbox transmits the power to the wheels.
Claimed weight at the kerb is 1475 kg.
It is said to be able to attain a maxiumum speed of 250 km/h, or 155 mph, and carbon dioxide emissions are 216.0 g/km.
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