Mercedes-Benz SLK (R172)
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Mercedes-Benz SLK (R172) SLK 250 · Stage 3vsMercedes-Benz SLK (R172) SLK 250 · Stage 2vsMercedes-Benz SLK (R172) SLK 250 · Stage 1vsMercedes-Benz SLK (R172) SLK 250
Compare specs, acceleration, fuel consumption, dimensions, practicality, and estimated running costs side by side.
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SLK 250 (Stage 2)
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SLK 250 (Stage 1)
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SLK 250
Comparison overview
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Mercedes-Benz SLK (R172) SLK 250 (Stage 3) 306 hp
- Quickest 0-100 km/h5.1 s
- Fastest top speed280 km/h174 mph
- Most powerful306 hp228 kW
- Highest torque481 Nm354 lb-ft
- Lightest1,425 kg3,142 lb
- Best power-to-weight215 hp/t160 kW/t4.7 kg/hp
- Lowest combined fuel consumption6.6 L/100 km35.6 mpg US42.8 mpg UK
- Lowest city consumption8.7 L/100 km27.0 mpg US32.5 mpg UK
- Lowest highway consumption5.4 L/100 km43.6 mpg US52.3 mpg UK
- Best estimated range909 km565 mi
- Largest trunk225 L
- Best overall score58/100
- Best performance score71/100
- Best economy score89/100
- Best practicality score29/100
Specification comparison
| Model | Mercedes-BenzSLK (R172)SLK 250 (Stage 3)306 hp | Mercedes-BenzSLK (R172)SLK 250 (Stage 2)265 hp | Mercedes-BenzSLK (R172)SLK 250 (Stage 1)241 hp | Mercedes-BenzSLK (R172)SLK 250204 hp |
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| Power | 306hp228kW+102 hp | 265hp198kW+61 hp | 241hp180kW+37 hp | 204hp152kW |
| Torque | 481Nm354lb-ft+171 Nm | 419Nm309lb-ft+109 Nm | 378Nm279lb-ft+68 Nm | 310Nm229lb-ft |
| Curb weight | 1,425kg3,142lb | 1,425kg3,142lb | 1,425kg3,142lb | 1,425kg3,142lb |
| Gross weight | 1,815kg4,001lb | 1,815kg4,001lb | 1,815kg4,001lb | 1,815kg4,001lb |
| Top speed | 280 km/h 174 mph | 266 km/h 165 mph | 257 km/h 160 mph | 243 km/h 151 mph |
| To 99% top speed | 70.7s99% target: 277 km/h / 172 mph-10.2 s Calculated | 74.5s99% target: 263 km/h / 164 mph-6.4 s Calculated | 76.9s99% target: 254 km/h / 158 mph-4.1 s Calculated | 80.9s99% target: 241 km/h / 149 mph Calculated |
| 0-100 km/h | 5.1s-1.5 s | 5.6s-1.0 s | 6.0s-0.6 s | 6.6s |
| 0-200 km/h | 16.5s-9.6 s Calculated | 19.2s-6.9 s Calculated | 21.4s-4.7 s Calculated | 26.0s Calculated |
| 0-60 mph | 4.9s-1.4 s Calculated | 5.3s-0.9 s Calculated | 5.7s-0.6 s Calculated | 6.3s Calculated |
| Fuel consumption | 6.6L/100 km35.6mpg US42.8mpg UK | 6.6L/100 km35.6mpg US42.8mpg UK | 6.6L/100 km35.6mpg US42.8mpg UK | 6.6L/100 km35.6mpg US42.8mpg UK |
| Fuel consumption city | 8.7L/100 km27mpg US32.5mpg UK | 8.7L/100 km27mpg US32.5mpg UK | 8.7L/100 km27mpg US32.5mpg UK | 8.7L/100 km27mpg US32.5mpg UK |
| Fuel consumption highway | 5.4L/100 km43.6mpg US52.3mpg UK | 5.4L/100 km43.6mpg US52.3mpg UK | 5.4L/100 km43.6mpg US52.3mpg UK | 5.4L/100 km43.6mpg US52.3mpg UK |
| Quarter mile | 13.1s-1.5 s Calculated | 13.7s-1.0 s Calculated | 14.0s-0.6 s Calculated | 14.6s Calculated |
| Power-to-weight | 215hp/t160kW/t97hp/1000 lb Calculated | 186hp/t139kW/t84hp/1000 lb Calculated | 169hp/t126kW/t77hp/1000 lb Calculated | 143hp/t107kW/t65hp/1000 lb Calculated |
| Torque-to-weight | 337Nm/t226lb-ft/ton Calculated | 294Nm/t197lb-ft/ton Calculated | 265Nm/t178lb-ft/ton Calculated | 218Nm/t146lb-ft/ton Calculated |
| Estimated range | 909km565mi Calculated | 909km565mi Calculated | 909km565mi Calculated | 909km565mi Calculated |
| Displacement | 1,796cc110cu in | 1,796cc110cu in | 1,796cc110cu in | 1,796cc110cu in |
| Length | 4,134mm163in | 4,134mm163in | 4,134mm163in | 4,134mm163in |
| Width | 1,810mm71in | 1,810mm71in | 1,810mm71in | 1,810mm71in |
| Height | 1,303mm51in | 1,303mm51in | 1,303mm51in | 1,303mm51in |
| Wheelbase | 2,430mm96in | 2,430mm96in | 2,430mm96in | 2,430mm96in |
| Front track | 1,551mm61in | 1,551mm61in | 1,551mm61in | 1,551mm61in |
| Rear track | 1,568mm62in | 1,568mm62in | 1,568mm62in | 1,568mm62in |
| Trunk volume | 225L | 225L | 225L | 225L |
| Max trunk volume | 335L | 335L | 335L | 335L |
| Doors | 2 | 2 | 2 | 2 |
| Seats | 2 | 2 | 2 | 2 |
| Fuel tank | 60L | 60L | 60L | 60L |
Performance charts
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Dyno simulation
Estimated stock-style power and torque curves by engine speed.
- Mercedes-Benz SLK (R172) SLK 250 (Stage 3) 306 hp: Power / Torque
- Mercedes-Benz SLK (R172) SLK 250 (Stage 2) 265 hp: Power / Torque
- Mercedes-Benz SLK (R172) SLK 250 (Stage 1) 241 hp: Power / Torque
- Mercedes-Benz SLK (R172) SLK 250 204 hp: Power / Torque
| Vehicle | Peak power RPM | Peak torque RPM | Max engine speed |
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| Mercedes-BenzSLK (R172)SLK 250 (Stage 3)306 hp | 5,500 rpm | 2,000-4,300 rpm | 5,750 rpm |
| Mercedes-BenzSLK (R172)SLK 250 (Stage 2)265 hp | 5,500 rpm | 2,000-4,300 rpm | 5,750 rpm |
| Mercedes-BenzSLK (R172)SLK 250 (Stage 1)241 hp | 5,500 rpm | 2,000-4,300 rpm | 5,750 rpm |
| Mercedes-BenzSLK (R172)SLK 250204 hp | 5,500 rpm | 2,000-4,300 rpm | 5,750 rpm |
Acceleration curve
Estimated speed over time for selected vehicles.
| Metric | Mercedes-BenzSLK (R172)SLK 250 (Stage 3)306 hp | Mercedes-BenzSLK (R172)SLK 250 (Stage 2)265 hp | Mercedes-BenzSLK (R172)SLK 250 (Stage 1)241 hp | Mercedes-BenzSLK (R172)SLK 250204 hp |
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| Acceleration checkpoints | ||||
0-60 mph 0-97 km/h | 4.9 s | 5.3 s | 5.7 s | 6.3 s |
0-100 km/h 0-62 mph | 5.1 s | 5.6 s | 6.0 s | 6.6 s |
0-200 km/h 0-124 mph | 16.5 s | 19.2 s | 21.4 s | 26.0 s |
| Top speed | 280 km/h 174 mph | 266 km/h 165 mph | 257 km/h 160 mph | 243 km/h 151 mph |
| Drag race simulation | ||||
60 ft 18 m | 2.2 s | 2.3 s | 2.3 s | 2.4 s |
330 ft 101 m | 5.8 s | 6.0 s | 6.2 s | 6.4 s |
1/8 mile 201 m | 8.7 s | 9.0 s | 9.2 s | 9.6 s |
1000 ft 305 m | 11.1 s | 11.5 s | 11.8 s | 12.3 s |
1/4 mile 402 m | 13.1 s | 13.7 s | 14.0 s | 14.6 s |
Trap speed 1/4 mile 402 m | 180 km/h 112 mph | 172 km/h 107 mph | 166 km/h 103 mph | 158 km/h 98 mph |
Power comparison
Bar comparison chart for Power. Higher is better · hp / kW
| Vehicle | Value |
|---|---|
| Mercedes-BenzSLK (R172)SLK 250 (Stage 3)306 hp | 306 hp 228 kW |
| Mercedes-BenzSLK (R172)SLK 250 (Stage 2)265 hp | 265 hp 198 kW |
| Mercedes-BenzSLK (R172)SLK 250 (Stage 1)241 hp | 241 hp 180 kW |
| Mercedes-BenzSLK (R172)SLK 250204 hp | 204 hp 152 kW |
Mercedes-Benz SLK (R172) SLK 250 (Stage 3) 306 hp has 102 hp more than Mercedes-Benz SLK (R172) SLK 250 204 hp.
The biggest power difference is between Mercedes-Benz SLK (R172) SLK 250 204 hp and Mercedes-Benz SLK (R172) SLK 250 (Stage 3) 306 hp: 102 hp (76 kW).
Torque comparison
Bar comparison chart for Torque. Higher is better · Nm / lb-ft
| Vehicle | Value |
|---|---|
| Mercedes-BenzSLK (R172)SLK 250 (Stage 3)306 hp | 481 Nm 354 lb-ft |
| Mercedes-BenzSLK (R172)SLK 250 (Stage 2)265 hp | 419 Nm 309 lb-ft |
| Mercedes-BenzSLK (R172)SLK 250 (Stage 1)241 hp | 378 Nm 279 lb-ft |
| Mercedes-BenzSLK (R172)SLK 250204 hp | 310 Nm 229 lb-ft |
Curb weight comparison
Bar comparison chart for Curb weight. Lower is better · kg / lb
| Vehicle | Value |
|---|---|
| Mercedes-BenzSLK (R172)SLK 250 (Stage 3)306 hp | 1,425 kg 3,142 lb |
| Mercedes-BenzSLK (R172)SLK 250 (Stage 2)265 hp | 1,425 kg 3,142 lb |
| Mercedes-BenzSLK (R172)SLK 250 (Stage 1)241 hp | 1,425 kg 3,142 lb |
| Mercedes-BenzSLK (R172)SLK 250204 hp | 1,425 kg 3,142 lb |
Top speed without limiter comparison
Bar comparison chart for Top speed without limiter. Higher is better · km/h / mph
| Vehicle | Value |
|---|---|
| Mercedes-BenzSLK (R172)SLK 250 (Stage 3)306 hp | 280 km/h 174 mph |
| Mercedes-BenzSLK (R172)SLK 250 (Stage 2)265 hp | 266 km/h 165 mph |
| Mercedes-BenzSLK (R172)SLK 250 (Stage 1)241 hp | 257 km/h 160 mph |
| Mercedes-BenzSLK (R172)SLK 250204 hp | 243 km/h 151 mph |
0-100 km/h comparison
Bar comparison chart for 0-100 km/h. Lower is better · seconds
| Vehicle | Value |
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| Mercedes-BenzSLK (R172)SLK 250 (Stage 3)306 hp | 5.1 s |
| Mercedes-BenzSLK (R172)SLK 250 (Stage 2)265 hp | 5.6 s |
| Mercedes-BenzSLK (R172)SLK 250 (Stage 1)241 hp | 6.0 s |
| Mercedes-BenzSLK (R172)SLK 250204 hp | 6.6 s |
The biggest 0-100 km/h difference is between Mercedes-Benz SLK (R172) SLK 250 (Stage 3) 306 hp and Mercedes-Benz SLK (R172) SLK 250 204 hp: 1.5 s.
The closest cars by acceleration are Mercedes-Benz SLK (R172) SLK 250 (Stage 2) 265 hp and Mercedes-Benz SLK (R172) SLK 250 (Stage 1) 241 hp, separated by only 0.4 s.
Fuel consumption comparison
Bar comparison chart for Fuel consumption. Lower is better · L/100 km / mpg US / mpg UK
| Vehicle | Value |
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| Mercedes-BenzSLK (R172)SLK 250 (Stage 3)306 hp | 6.6 L/100 km 35.6 mpg US 42.8 mpg UK |
| Mercedes-BenzSLK (R172)SLK 250 (Stage 2)265 hp | 6.6 L/100 km 35.6 mpg US 42.8 mpg UK |
| Mercedes-BenzSLK (R172)SLK 250 (Stage 1)241 hp | 6.6 L/100 km 35.6 mpg US 42.8 mpg UK |
| Mercedes-BenzSLK (R172)SLK 250204 hp | 6.6 L/100 km 35.6 mpg US 42.8 mpg UK |
Power-to-weight comparison
Bar comparison chart for Power-to-weight. Higher is better · hp/t / kW/t
| Vehicle | Value |
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| Mercedes-BenzSLK (R172)SLK 250 (Stage 3)306 hp | 215 hp/t 160 kW/t 4.7 kg/hp |
| Mercedes-BenzSLK (R172)SLK 250 (Stage 2)265 hp | 186 hp/t 139 kW/t 5.4 kg/hp |
| Mercedes-BenzSLK (R172)SLK 250 (Stage 1)241 hp | 169 hp/t 126 kW/t 5.9 kg/hp |
| Mercedes-BenzSLK (R172)SLK 250204 hp | 143 hp/t 107 kW/t 7.0 kg/hp |
Estimated range comparison
Bar comparison chart for Estimated range. Higher is better · km / mi
| Vehicle | Value |
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| Mercedes-BenzSLK (R172)SLK 250 (Stage 3)306 hp | 909 km 565 mi |
| Mercedes-BenzSLK (R172)SLK 250 (Stage 2)265 hp | 909 km 565 mi |
| Mercedes-BenzSLK (R172)SLK 250 (Stage 1)241 hp | 909 km 565 mi |
| Mercedes-BenzSLK (R172)SLK 250204 hp | 909 km 565 mi |
Performance spider chart
Radar chart comparing normalized performance and fuel-consumption scores.
| Vehicle | Power | Acceleration | Top speed |
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| Mercedes-BenzSLK (R172)SLK 250 (Stage 3)306 hp | 306 hp 228 kW | 5.1 s | 280 km/h 174 mph |
| Mercedes-BenzSLK (R172)SLK 250 (Stage 2)265 hp | 265 hp 198 kW | 5.6 s | 266 km/h 165 mph |
| Mercedes-BenzSLK (R172)SLK 250 (Stage 1)241 hp | 241 hp 180 kW | 6.0 s | 257 km/h 160 mph |
| Mercedes-BenzSLK (R172)SLK 250204 hp | 204 hp 152 kW | 6.6 s | 243 km/h 151 mph |
Most attractive quadrant
Scatter chart with performance score on the X axis and practicality score on the Y axis.
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Performance vs fuel economy
Cars closer to the top-right corner combine stronger performance with better fuel economy scores.
| Vehicle | Performance score | Fuel economy score | ||||||
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| Mercedes-BenzSLK (R172)SLK 250 (Stage 3)306 hp |
| 6.6 L/100 km 35.6 mpg US 42.8 mpg UK | ||||||
| Mercedes-BenzSLK (R172)SLK 250 (Stage 2)265 hp |
| 6.6 L/100 km 35.6 mpg US 42.8 mpg UK | ||||||
| Mercedes-BenzSLK (R172)SLK 250 (Stage 1)241 hp |
| 6.6 L/100 km 35.6 mpg US 42.8 mpg UK | ||||||
| Mercedes-BenzSLK (R172)SLK 250204 hp |
| 6.6 L/100 km 35.6 mpg US 42.8 mpg UK | ||||||
Mercedes-Benz SLK (R172) SLK 250 (Stage 3) 306 hp is closest to the top-right balance target for performance and fuel economy.
Acceleration vs fuel consumption
Cars closer to the lower-left corner offer a better mix of quick acceleration and low fuel consumption.
| Vehicle | Fuel consumption, L/100 km | 0-100 km/h, s |
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| Mercedes-BenzSLK (R172)SLK 250 (Stage 3)306 hp | 6.6 L/100 km 35.6 mpg US 42.8 mpg UK | 5.1 s |
| Mercedes-BenzSLK (R172)SLK 250 (Stage 2)265 hp | 6.6 L/100 km 35.6 mpg US 42.8 mpg UK | 5.6 s |
| Mercedes-BenzSLK (R172)SLK 250 (Stage 1)241 hp | 6.6 L/100 km 35.6 mpg US 42.8 mpg UK | 6.0 s |
| Mercedes-BenzSLK (R172)SLK 250204 hp | 6.6 L/100 km 35.6 mpg US 42.8 mpg UK | 6.6 s |
Power-to-weight vs fuel consumption
The shaded area favors higher power-to-weight with lower combined fuel consumption.
| Vehicle | Power-to-weight, hp/t | Fuel consumption, L/100 km |
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| Mercedes-BenzSLK (R172)SLK 250 (Stage 3)306 hp | 215 hp/t 160 kW/t 4.7 kg/hp | 6.6 L/100 km 35.6 mpg US 42.8 mpg UK |
| Mercedes-BenzSLK (R172)SLK 250 (Stage 2)265 hp | 186 hp/t 139 kW/t 5.4 kg/hp | 6.6 L/100 km 35.6 mpg US 42.8 mpg UK |
| Mercedes-BenzSLK (R172)SLK 250 (Stage 1)241 hp | 169 hp/t 126 kW/t 5.9 kg/hp | 6.6 L/100 km 35.6 mpg US 42.8 mpg UK |
| Mercedes-BenzSLK (R172)SLK 250204 hp | 143 hp/t 107 kW/t 7.0 kg/hp | 6.6 L/100 km 35.6 mpg US 42.8 mpg UK |
Detailed score breakdown
| Vehicle | Mercedes-BenzSLK (R172)SLK 250 (Stage 3)306 hp | Mercedes-BenzSLK (R172)SLK 250 (Stage 2)265 hp | Mercedes-BenzSLK (R172)SLK 250 (Stage 1)241 hp | Mercedes-BenzSLK (R172)SLK 250204 hp | ||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||
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| Power | 306 hp 228 kW | 265 hp 198 kW | 241 hp 180 kW | 204 hp 152 kW | ||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||
| Torque | 481 Nm 354 lb-ft | 419 Nm 309 lb-ft | 378 Nm 279 lb-ft | 310 Nm 229 lb-ft | ||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||
| Acceleration | 5.1 s | 5.6 s | 6.0 s | 6.6 s | ||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||
| Top speed | 280 km/h 174 mph | 266 km/h 165 mph | 257 km/h 160 mph | 243 km/h 151 mph | ||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||
| Lightness | 1,425 kg 3,142 lb | 1,425 kg 3,142 lb | 1,425 kg 3,142 lb | 1,425 kg 3,142 lb | ||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||
| Fuel consumption | 6.6 L/100 km 35.6 mpg US 42.8 mpg UK | 6.6 L/100 km 35.6 mpg US 42.8 mpg UK | 6.6 L/100 km 35.6 mpg US 42.8 mpg UK | 6.6 L/100 km 35.6 mpg US 42.8 mpg UK | ||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||
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| Range score | 909 km 565 mi | 909 km 565 mi | 909 km 565 mi | 909 km 565 mi | ||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||
| Trunk score | 225 L 7.9 cu ft | 225 L 7.9 cu ft | 225 L 7.9 cu ft | 225 L 7.9 cu ft | ||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||
| Power-to-weight score | 215 hp/t 160 kW/t 4.7 kg/hp | 186 hp/t 139 kW/t 5.4 kg/hp | 169 hp/t 126 kW/t 5.9 kg/hp | 143 hp/t 107 kW/t 7.0 kg/hp | ||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||
| Overall | Fixed score | Fixed score | Fixed score | Fixed score |
Fuel cost and annual usage
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| Vehicle | Mercedes-Benz SLK (R172) SLK 250 (Stage 3) 306 hp | Mercedes-Benz SLK (R172) SLK 250 (Stage 2) 265 hp | Mercedes-Benz SLK (R172) SLK 250 (Stage 1) 241 hp | Mercedes-Benz SLK (R172) SLK 250 204 hp |
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| Consumption | 6.6 L/100 km35.6 mpg US42.8 mpg UK | 6.6 L/100 km35.6 mpg US42.8 mpg UK | 6.6 L/100 km35.6 mpg US42.8 mpg UK | 6.6 L/100 km35.6 mpg US42.8 mpg UK |
| Cost / 100 km | 11.55 LC100 km | 11.55 LC100 km | 11.55 LC100 km | 11.55 LC100 km |
| Cost / 100 mi | 18.59 LC100 mi | 18.59 LC100 mi | 18.59 LC100 mi | 18.59 LC100 mi |
| Annual fuel used | 990 L262 US gal218 UK gal | 990 L262 US gal218 UK gal | 990 L262 US gal218 UK gal | 990 L262 US gal218 UK gal |
| Annual fuel cost | 1,733 LC/year | 1,733 LC/year | 1,733 LC/year | 1,733 LC/year |
Head-to-head comparisons
Mercedes-Benz SLK (R172) SLK 250 (Stage 3) 306 hp
- Has 41 hp more
- Has 62 Nm more
- Is 0.5 s quicker from 0-100 km/h
- Has 14 km/h (9 mph) higher top speed
- Has 29 hp/t better power-to-weight
Pros
- Quickest 0-100 km/h in this comparison
- Highest top speed
- Most powerful
- Highest torque
- Lightest
- Lowest combined fuel consumption
- Best power-to-weight ratio
- Best estimated range
- Largest trunk
Mercedes-Benz SLK (R172) SLK 250 (Stage 2) 265 hp
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