Mercedes-Benz SLK (R172)
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Mercedes-Benz SLK (R172) SLK 300 · Stage 3vsMercedes-Benz SLK (R172) SLK 300 · Stage 2vsMercedes-Benz SLK (R172) SLK 300 · Stage 1vsMercedes-Benz SLK (R172) SLK 300
Compare specs, acceleration, fuel consumption, dimensions, practicality, and estimated running costs side by side.
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SLK 300 (Stage 2)
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SLK 300 (Stage 1)
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SLK 300
Comparison overview
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Mercedes-Benz SLK (R172) SLK 300 (Stage 3) 367 hp
- Quickest 0-100 km/h4.5 s
- Fastest top speed295 km/h183 mph
- Most powerful367 hp274 kW
- Highest torque574 Nm423 lb-ft
- Lightest1,430 kg3,153 lb
- Best power-to-weight257 hp/t192 kW/t3.9 kg/hp
- Lowest combined fuel consumption6.2 L/100 km37.9 mpg US45.6 mpg UK
- Lowest city consumption7.8 L/100 km30.2 mpg US36.2 mpg UK
- Lowest highway consumption5.2 L/100 km45.2 mpg US54.3 mpg UK
- Best estimated range968 km601 mi
- Largest trunk225 L
- Best overall score64/100
- Best performance score80/100
- Best economy score90/100
- Best practicality score29/100
Specification comparison
| Model | Mercedes-BenzSLK (R172)SLK 300 (Stage 3)367 hp | Mercedes-BenzSLK (R172)SLK 300 (Stage 2)318 hp | Mercedes-BenzSLK (R172)SLK 300 (Stage 1)289 hp | Mercedes-BenzSLK (R172)SLK 300245 hp |
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| Power | 367hp274kW+122 hp | 318hp238kW+73 hp | 289hp216kW+44 hp | 245hp183kW |
| Torque | 574Nm423lb-ft+204 Nm | 500Nm368lb-ft+130 Nm | 451Nm333lb-ft+81 Nm | 370Nm273lb-ft |
| Curb weight | 1,430kg3,153lb | 1,430kg3,153lb | 1,430kg3,153lb | 1,430kg3,153lb |
| Gross weight | 1,820kg4,012lb | 1,820kg4,012lb | 1,820kg4,012lb | 1,820kg4,012lb |
| Top speed | 295 km/h 183 mph | 281 km/h 175 mph | 272 km/h 169 mph | Unrestricted 260 km/h162 mph Restricted 250 km/h155 mph Calculated |
| To 99% top speed | 62.5s99% target: 292 km/h / 181 mph-12.4 s Calculated | 66.8s99% target: 278 km/h / 173 mph-8.1 s Calculated | 69.4s99% target: 269 km/h / 167 mph-5.5 s Calculated | 74.9s99% target: 257 km/h / 160 mph Calculated |
| 0-100 km/h | 4.5s-1.3 s | 4.9s-0.9 s | 5.2s-0.6 s | 5.8s |
| 0-200 km/h | 13.5s-6.9 s Calculated | 15.6s-4.8 s Calculated | 17.3s-3.1 s Calculated | 20.4s Calculated |
| 0-60 mph | 4.3s-1.2 s Calculated | 4.7s-0.8 s Calculated | 5.0s-0.5 s Calculated | 5.5s Calculated |
| Fuel consumption | 6.2L/100 km37.9mpg US45.6mpg UK | 6.2L/100 km37.9mpg US45.6mpg UK | 6.2L/100 km37.9mpg US45.6mpg UK | 6.2L/100 km37.9mpg US45.6mpg UK |
| Fuel consumption city | 7.8L/100 km30.2mpg US36.2mpg UK | 7.8L/100 km30.2mpg US36.2mpg UK | 7.8L/100 km30.2mpg US36.2mpg UK | 7.8L/100 km30.2mpg US36.2mpg UK |
| Fuel consumption highway | 5.2L/100 km45.2mpg US54.3mpg UK | 5.2L/100 km45.2mpg US54.3mpg UK | 5.2L/100 km45.2mpg US54.3mpg UK | 5.2L/100 km45.2mpg US54.3mpg UK |
| Quarter mile | 12.4s-1.5 s Calculated | 12.9s-0.9 s Calculated | 13.3s-0.6 s Calculated | 13.9s Calculated |
| Power-to-weight | 257hp/t192kW/t117hp/1000 lb Calculated | 223hp/t166kW/t101hp/1000 lb Calculated | 202hp/t151kW/t92hp/1000 lb Calculated | 171hp/t128kW/t78hp/1000 lb Calculated |
| Torque-to-weight | 401Nm/t268lb-ft/ton Calculated | 349Nm/t234lb-ft/ton Calculated | 316Nm/t211lb-ft/ton Calculated | 259Nm/t173lb-ft/ton Calculated |
| Estimated range | 968km601mi Calculated | 968km601mi Calculated | 968km601mi Calculated | 968km601mi Calculated |
| Displacement | 1,991cc121cu in | 1,991cc121cu in | 1,991cc121cu in | 1,991cc121cu in |
| Length | 4,134mm163in | 4,134mm163in | 4,134mm163in | 4,134mm163in |
| Width | 1,810mm71in | 1,810mm71in | 1,810mm71in | 1,810mm71in |
| Height | 1,301mm51in | 1,301mm51in | 1,301mm51in | 1,301mm51in |
| Wheelbase | 2,430mm96in | 2,430mm96in | 2,430mm96in | 2,430mm96in |
| Front track | 1,559mm61in | 1,559mm61in | 1,559mm61in | 1,559mm61in |
| Rear track | 1,565mm62in | 1,565mm62in | 1,565mm62in | 1,565mm62in |
| 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 300 (Stage 3) 367 hp: Power / Torque
- Mercedes-Benz SLK (R172) SLK 300 (Stage 2) 318 hp: Power / Torque
- Mercedes-Benz SLK (R172) SLK 300 (Stage 1) 289 hp: Power / Torque
- Mercedes-Benz SLK (R172) SLK 300 245 hp: Power / Torque
| Vehicle | Peak power RPM | Peak torque RPM | Max engine speed |
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| Mercedes-BenzSLK (R172)SLK 300 (Stage 3)367 hp | 5,500 rpm | 1,300-4,000 rpm | 5,750 rpm |
| Mercedes-BenzSLK (R172)SLK 300 (Stage 2)318 hp | 5,500 rpm | 1,300-4,000 rpm | 5,750 rpm |
| Mercedes-BenzSLK (R172)SLK 300 (Stage 1)289 hp | 5,500 rpm | 1,300-4,000 rpm | 5,750 rpm |
| Mercedes-BenzSLK (R172)SLK 300245 hp | 5,500 rpm | 1,300-4,000 rpm | 5,750 rpm |
Acceleration curve
Estimated speed over time for selected vehicles.
| Metric | Mercedes-BenzSLK (R172)SLK 300 (Stage 3)367 hp | Mercedes-BenzSLK (R172)SLK 300 (Stage 2)318 hp | Mercedes-BenzSLK (R172)SLK 300 (Stage 1)289 hp | Mercedes-BenzSLK (R172)SLK 300245 hp |
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| Acceleration checkpoints | ||||
0-60 mph 0-97 km/h | 4.3 s | 4.7 s | 5.0 s | 5.5 s |
0-100 km/h 0-62 mph | 4.5 s | 4.9 s | 5.2 s | 5.8 s |
0-200 km/h 0-124 mph | 13.5 s | 15.6 s | 17.3 s | 20.4 s |
| Top speed | 295 km/h 183 mph | 281 km/h 175 mph | 272 km/h 169 mph | Unrestricted 260 km/h162 mph Restricted 250 km/h155 mph Limited |
| Drag race simulation | ||||
60 ft 18 m | 2.2 s | 2.2 s | 2.3 s | 2.3 s |
330 ft 101 m | 5.5 s | 5.7 s | 5.9 s | 6.1 s |
1/8 mile 201 m | 8.2 s | 8.5 s | 8.8 s | 9.1 s |
1000 ft 305 m | 10.5 s | 10.9 s | 11.2 s | 11.7 s |
1/4 mile 402 m | 12.4 s | 12.9 s | 13.3 s | 13.9 s |
Trap speed 1/4 mile 402 m | 192 km/h 119 mph | 183 km/h 113 mph | 177 km/h 110 mph | 169 km/h 105 mph |
Power comparison
Bar comparison chart for Power. Higher is better · hp / kW
| Vehicle | Value |
|---|---|
| Mercedes-BenzSLK (R172)SLK 300 (Stage 3)367 hp | 367 hp 274 kW |
| Mercedes-BenzSLK (R172)SLK 300 (Stage 2)318 hp | 318 hp 238 kW |
| Mercedes-BenzSLK (R172)SLK 300 (Stage 1)289 hp | 289 hp 216 kW |
| Mercedes-BenzSLK (R172)SLK 300245 hp | 245 hp 183 kW |
Mercedes-Benz SLK (R172) SLK 300 (Stage 3) 367 hp has 122 hp more than Mercedes-Benz SLK (R172) SLK 300 245 hp.
The biggest power difference is between Mercedes-Benz SLK (R172) SLK 300 245 hp and Mercedes-Benz SLK (R172) SLK 300 (Stage 3) 367 hp: 122 hp (91 kW).
Torque comparison
Bar comparison chart for Torque. Higher is better · Nm / lb-ft
| Vehicle | Value |
|---|---|
| Mercedes-BenzSLK (R172)SLK 300 (Stage 3)367 hp | 574 Nm 423 lb-ft |
| Mercedes-BenzSLK (R172)SLK 300 (Stage 2)318 hp | 500 Nm 368 lb-ft |
| Mercedes-BenzSLK (R172)SLK 300 (Stage 1)289 hp | 451 Nm 333 lb-ft |
| Mercedes-BenzSLK (R172)SLK 300245 hp | 370 Nm 273 lb-ft |
Curb weight comparison
Bar comparison chart for Curb weight. Lower is better · kg / lb
| Vehicle | Value |
|---|---|
| Mercedes-BenzSLK (R172)SLK 300 (Stage 3)367 hp | 1,430 kg 3,153 lb |
| Mercedes-BenzSLK (R172)SLK 300 (Stage 2)318 hp | 1,430 kg 3,153 lb |
| Mercedes-BenzSLK (R172)SLK 300 (Stage 1)289 hp | 1,430 kg 3,153 lb |
| Mercedes-BenzSLK (R172)SLK 300245 hp | 1,430 kg 3,153 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 300 (Stage 3)367 hp | 295 km/h 183 mph |
| Mercedes-BenzSLK (R172)SLK 300 (Stage 2)318 hp | 281 km/h 175 mph |
| Mercedes-BenzSLK (R172)SLK 300 (Stage 1)289 hp | 272 km/h 169 mph |
| Mercedes-BenzSLK (R172)SLK 300245 hp | Unrestricted 260 km/h162 mph Restricted 250 km/h155 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 300 (Stage 3)367 hp | 4.5 s |
| Mercedes-BenzSLK (R172)SLK 300 (Stage 2)318 hp | 4.9 s |
| Mercedes-BenzSLK (R172)SLK 300 (Stage 1)289 hp | 5.2 s |
| Mercedes-BenzSLK (R172)SLK 300245 hp | 5.8 s |
The biggest 0-100 km/h difference is between Mercedes-Benz SLK (R172) SLK 300 (Stage 3) 367 hp and Mercedes-Benz SLK (R172) SLK 300 245 hp: 1.3 s.
The closest cars by acceleration are Mercedes-Benz SLK (R172) SLK 300 (Stage 2) 318 hp and Mercedes-Benz SLK (R172) SLK 300 (Stage 1) 289 hp, separated by only 0.3 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 300 (Stage 3)367 hp | 6.2 L/100 km 37.9 mpg US 45.6 mpg UK |
| Mercedes-BenzSLK (R172)SLK 300 (Stage 2)318 hp | 6.2 L/100 km 37.9 mpg US 45.6 mpg UK |
| Mercedes-BenzSLK (R172)SLK 300 (Stage 1)289 hp | 6.2 L/100 km 37.9 mpg US 45.6 mpg UK |
| Mercedes-BenzSLK (R172)SLK 300245 hp | 6.2 L/100 km 37.9 mpg US 45.6 mpg UK |
Power-to-weight comparison
Bar comparison chart for Power-to-weight. Higher is better · hp/t / kW/t
| Vehicle | Value |
|---|---|
| Mercedes-BenzSLK (R172)SLK 300 (Stage 3)367 hp | 257 hp/t 192 kW/t 3.9 kg/hp |
| Mercedes-BenzSLK (R172)SLK 300 (Stage 2)318 hp | 223 hp/t 166 kW/t 4.5 kg/hp |
| Mercedes-BenzSLK (R172)SLK 300 (Stage 1)289 hp | 202 hp/t 151 kW/t 4.9 kg/hp |
| Mercedes-BenzSLK (R172)SLK 300245 hp | 171 hp/t 128 kW/t 5.8 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 300 (Stage 3)367 hp | 968 km 601 mi |
| Mercedes-BenzSLK (R172)SLK 300 (Stage 2)318 hp | 968 km 601 mi |
| Mercedes-BenzSLK (R172)SLK 300 (Stage 1)289 hp | 968 km 601 mi |
| Mercedes-BenzSLK (R172)SLK 300245 hp | 968 km 601 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 300 (Stage 3)367 hp | 367 hp 274 kW | 4.5 s | 295 km/h 183 mph |
| Mercedes-BenzSLK (R172)SLK 300 (Stage 2)318 hp | 318 hp 238 kW | 4.9 s | 281 km/h 175 mph |
| Mercedes-BenzSLK (R172)SLK 300 (Stage 1)289 hp | 289 hp 216 kW | 5.2 s | 272 km/h 169 mph |
| Mercedes-BenzSLK (R172)SLK 300245 hp | 245 hp 183 kW | 5.8 s | Unrestricted 260 km/h162 mph Restricted 250 km/h155 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 300 (Stage 3)367 hp |
| 6.2 L/100 km 37.9 mpg US 45.6 mpg UK | ||||||
| Mercedes-BenzSLK (R172)SLK 300 (Stage 2)318 hp |
| 6.2 L/100 km 37.9 mpg US 45.6 mpg UK | ||||||
| Mercedes-BenzSLK (R172)SLK 300 (Stage 1)289 hp |
| 6.2 L/100 km 37.9 mpg US 45.6 mpg UK | ||||||
| Mercedes-BenzSLK (R172)SLK 300245 hp |
| 6.2 L/100 km 37.9 mpg US 45.6 mpg UK | ||||||
Mercedes-Benz SLK (R172) SLK 300 (Stage 3) 367 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 300 (Stage 3)367 hp | 6.2 L/100 km 37.9 mpg US 45.6 mpg UK | 4.5 s |
| Mercedes-BenzSLK (R172)SLK 300 (Stage 2)318 hp | 6.2 L/100 km 37.9 mpg US 45.6 mpg UK | 4.9 s |
| Mercedes-BenzSLK (R172)SLK 300 (Stage 1)289 hp | 6.2 L/100 km 37.9 mpg US 45.6 mpg UK | 5.2 s |
| Mercedes-BenzSLK (R172)SLK 300245 hp | 6.2 L/100 km 37.9 mpg US 45.6 mpg UK | 5.8 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 300 (Stage 3)367 hp | 257 hp/t 192 kW/t 3.9 kg/hp | 6.2 L/100 km 37.9 mpg US 45.6 mpg UK |
| Mercedes-BenzSLK (R172)SLK 300 (Stage 2)318 hp | 223 hp/t 166 kW/t 4.5 kg/hp | 6.2 L/100 km 37.9 mpg US 45.6 mpg UK |
| Mercedes-BenzSLK (R172)SLK 300 (Stage 1)289 hp | 202 hp/t 151 kW/t 4.9 kg/hp | 6.2 L/100 km 37.9 mpg US 45.6 mpg UK |
| Mercedes-BenzSLK (R172)SLK 300245 hp | 171 hp/t 128 kW/t 5.8 kg/hp | 6.2 L/100 km 37.9 mpg US 45.6 mpg UK |
Detailed score breakdown
| Vehicle | Mercedes-BenzSLK (R172)SLK 300 (Stage 3)367 hp | Mercedes-BenzSLK (R172)SLK 300 (Stage 2)318 hp | Mercedes-BenzSLK (R172)SLK 300 (Stage 1)289 hp | Mercedes-BenzSLK (R172)SLK 300245 hp | ||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||
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| Power | 367 hp 274 kW | 318 hp 238 kW | 289 hp 216 kW | 245 hp 183 kW | ||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||
| Torque | 574 Nm 423 lb-ft | 500 Nm 368 lb-ft | 451 Nm 333 lb-ft | 370 Nm 273 lb-ft | ||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||
| Acceleration | 4.5 s | 4.9 s | 5.2 s | 5.8 s | ||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||
| Top speed | 295 km/h 183 mph | 281 km/h 175 mph | 272 km/h 169 mph | Unrestricted 260 km/h162 mph Restricted 250 km/h155 mph | ||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||
| Lightness | 1,430 kg 3,153 lb | 1,430 kg 3,153 lb | 1,430 kg 3,153 lb | 1,430 kg 3,153 lb | ||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||
| Fuel consumption | 6.2 L/100 km 37.9 mpg US 45.6 mpg UK | 6.2 L/100 km 37.9 mpg US 45.6 mpg UK | 6.2 L/100 km 37.9 mpg US 45.6 mpg UK | 6.2 L/100 km 37.9 mpg US 45.6 mpg UK | ||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||
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| Range score | 968 km 601 mi | 968 km 601 mi | 968 km 601 mi | 968 km 601 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 | 257 hp/t 192 kW/t 3.9 kg/hp | 223 hp/t 166 kW/t 4.5 kg/hp | 202 hp/t 151 kW/t 4.9 kg/hp | 171 hp/t 128 kW/t 5.8 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 300 (Stage 3) 367 hp | Mercedes-Benz SLK (R172) SLK 300 (Stage 2) 318 hp | Mercedes-Benz SLK (R172) SLK 300 (Stage 1) 289 hp | Mercedes-Benz SLK (R172) SLK 300 245 hp |
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| Consumption | 6.2 L/100 km37.9 mpg US45.6 mpg UK | 6.2 L/100 km37.9 mpg US45.6 mpg UK | 6.2 L/100 km37.9 mpg US45.6 mpg UK | 6.2 L/100 km37.9 mpg US45.6 mpg UK |
| Cost / 100 km | 10.85 LC100 km | 10.85 LC100 km | 10.85 LC100 km | 10.85 LC100 km |
| Cost / 100 mi | 17.46 LC100 mi | 17.46 LC100 mi | 17.46 LC100 mi | 17.46 LC100 mi |
| Annual fuel used | 930 L246 US gal205 UK gal | 930 L246 US gal205 UK gal | 930 L246 US gal205 UK gal | 930 L246 US gal205 UK gal |
| Annual fuel cost | 1,628 LC/year | 1,628 LC/year | 1,628 LC/year | 1,628 LC/year |
Head-to-head comparisons
Mercedes-Benz SLK (R172) SLK 300 (Stage 3) 367 hp
- Has 49 hp more
- Has 74 Nm more
- Is 0.4 s quicker from 0-100 km/h
- Has 14 km/h (9 mph) higher top speed
- Has 34 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 300 (Stage 2) 318 hp
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