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Mercedes SLK-Class Specs, Engines & Dimensions (1996–2000) — First Generation

The first-generation Mercedes SLK-Class brought the folding hardtop roadster into everyday reach, pairing open-air driving with coupe security. Its compact two-seat body suits daily commuting as readily as weekend routes.

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Mercedes SLK-Class Engines and Transmissions

A typical Mercedes SLK-Class engine here is the 2.3-litre gasoline four, offered as 2.3 MT with a manual gearbox or 2.3 AT with an automatic. Both send power rearward, and that rear-wheel-drive layout gives the roadster its balanced, responsive feel. The manual rewards involvement; the automatic eases traffic.

Roadster — Mercedes SLK-Class Engines and Transmissions

Roadster Mercedes SLK-Class Engines and Transmissions
ModificationEngine typeEngine capacityMaximum powerMaximum power, kwMaximum torque N⋅mTransmissionType of drive
2.0 MTGasoline1998 cm³136 hp100 kW190 N⋅mManualRWD
2.0 MTGasoline1998 cm³192 hp141 kW270 N⋅mManualRWD
2.0 ATGasoline1998 cm³192 hp141 kW270 N⋅mAutomaticRWD
2.3 MTGasoline2295 cm³193 hp142 kW280 N⋅mManualRWD
2.3 ATGasoline2295 cm³193 hp142 kW280 N⋅mAutomaticRWD
2.0 ATGasoline1998 cm³136 hp100 kW190 N⋅mAutomaticRWD

Mercedes SLK-Class Dimensions

Roadster — Mercedes SLK-Class Dimensions

Roadster Mercedes SLK-Class Dimensions
ModificationLengthWidthHeightWheelbaseCurb weightMax weightGround clearance, minimum
2.0 MT3995 mm1715 mm1287 mm2400 mm1170 kg1530 kg150 mm
2.0 MT3995 mm1715 mm1287 mm2400 mm1250 kg1585 kg150 mm
2.0 AT3995 mm1715 mm1287 mm2400 mm1250 kg1585 kg150 mm
2.3 MT3995 mm1715 mm1287 mm2400 mm1385 kg1645 kg150 mm
2.3 AT3995 mm1715 mm1287 mm2400 mm1385 kg1645 kg150 mm
2.0 AT3995 mm1715 mm1287 mm2400 mm1170 kg1530 kg150 mm

Mercedes SLK-Class Cargo Space

Roadster — Mercedes SLK-Class Cargo Space

Roadster Mercedes SLK-Class Cargo Space
ModificationTrunk volume minTrunk volume max
2.0 MT145 l350 l
2.0 MT145 l350 l
2.0 AT145 l350 l
2.3 MT145 l350 l
2.3 AT145 l350 l
2.0 AT145 l350 l