Description:
Introduced in 1998 as an answer to the BMW Z3 and Porsche Boxster in the premium small roadster segment, the SLK's most unique feature was its retractable hardtop roof, which offered more security as well as a quieter ride than its competitors' soft tops. In less than 30 seconds, with the touch of a button, one could convert the SLK from a closed coupe to a cool convertible without leaving the driver seat.
With a dramatic new design inspired by Mercedes' Formula One racecars, the second-generation SLK is every bit as eye-catching as the original. It's also slightly larger and more powerful than its predecessor, and still has the fun-to-drive character that made it so likable in the first place. While the previous version had the feel of a leather-lined bobsled, the larger cabin of the '05 version gives you plenty of room to move about. Even more impressive than the added room is the redesigned dashboard with its more cohesive layout, cleaner gauge cluster and higher-quality materials.
An innovative new Airscarf system channels warm air to your neck and shoulders via dedicated registers in the headrests, making the SLK even more comfortable with the top down in chilly weather. Improvements continue under the hood with 268 horsepower on tap, courtesy of an all-new 3.5-liter V6. The SLK can sprint to 60 miles per hour in just 5.6 seconds, according to Mercedes-Benz.
The SLK now has the power to go head-to-head with a Porsche Boxster and the handling to keep pace with a BMW Z4, and its revamped interior is arguably better than both. Overall, the new SLK offers one of the most compelling combinations of style, performance and comfort available anywhere.
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