By some estimates, the first U.S. baby boomer turned 50 in February 1996. Coincidentally (or maybe not), a trio of new roadsters was introduced, the BMW Z3, Porsche Boxster, and Mercedes-Benz SLK. The midlife crises of the oldest boomers breathed new life into the roadster, a segment that had long been dead. The Mercedes SLK, was welcomed to the U.S. with open arms in January 1997 (after being introduced in Europe), and immediately captured awards from the automotive media, including the prestigious 1998 North American Car of the Year, presented by an independent jury of the top 50 automotive journalists in the U.S. and Canada. Sales, which Mercedes hoped would hit 6,000 a year, increased to a peak of nearly 13,000. Mercedes sold more than 66,115 SLK models in its first seven years of production, with more than 300,000 sold around the globe. Advance the clock eight years, and baby boomers, whose ranks number 78 million, are turning 50 at a rate of one every seven seconds, and they now have a host of sports cars to choose from, including the Nissan 350Z, Audi TT, Honda S2000, and Cadillac XLR to name only a few. And the earliest entries are now appearing in next-generation form. The Mercedes SLK is among those entering their second generation. With its extreme makeover for the 2005 model year, the SLK seeks more men suffering midlife crises, with its bolder, more macho appearance, added horsepower and technical innovations. The original proved too popular with women making it less desirable for men, Mercedes marketers say.
Mercedes-Benz
SLK55 AMG
2005
2005 Mercedes-Benz SLK55 AMG
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Overview
Specs & Features
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Overall Crash Safety Rating
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Engine - Cylinders/Horsepower/Torque
5.5L V-8 / 355 HP / 376 ft.lbs.
Transmission
7-spd TouchShift w/SpeedShift w/OD
Drive Type
Rear-wheel
Fuel Economy - City/Highway/Combined
16 / 22 / 19 Mpg
Passenger Capacity
2
Bumper to Bumper Warranty
48 Months / 50,000 Miles
Mechanical Specs
Engine - Cylinders/Horsepower/Torque | 5.5L V-8 / 355 HP / 376 ft.lbs. |
Drive Type | Rear-wheel |
Fuel Economy - City/Hwy/Combined | 16 / 22 / 19 Mpg |
Brakes | 4-wheel Disc |
Front Suspension | Strut |
Rear Suspension | Independent Multi-link |
Spare Tire And Wheel | |
Fuel Tank | 18.5 Gal. |
Recommended Fuel Type | Premium Unleaded |
Average Cost To Fill Tank | $71 |
Dimensions & Capabilities
Maximum Cargo Volume | 9.8 Cu.ft. |
Passenger Volume | 49 Cu.ft. |
Exterior Length | 160.9 " |
Exterior Width | 70.6 " |
Exterior Height | 50.0 " |
Front Headroom | 37.9 " |
Rear Headroom | |
Front Legroom | 42.5 " |
Rear Legroom | |
Front Shoulder Room | 52.2 " |
Rear Shoulder Room | |
Front Hip Room | |
Rear Hip Room | |
Curb Weight | 3,420 Lbs. |
Wheel Base | 96 " |
Turning Radius | 17.3 ' |
Exterior Features
Door Count | 2 Doors |
Wheels | 18.0 " Polished Amg Aluminum / 18.0 " |
Paint | Clearcoat Monotone / Metallic Monotone |
Exterior Mirrors | Dual Heated, Power Remote Driver, Power Remote W/tilt Down Passenger |
Bumpers | Body-colored |
Grille Moldings | Black / Body-colored W/chrome Accents |
Rear Spoiler | Lip |
Exhaust | Dual Stainless Steel With Polished Tailpipe Finish |
Interior Features
Safety Features
Overall Crash Safety Rating |
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Overall Side Crash Safety Rating |
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Rollover Crash Safety Rating |
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Front Impact Airbags | Driver And Passenger |
Driver Side Impact Airbags | Seat Mounted |
Knee Airbag | Driver And Passenger |
Passenger Side Impact Airbag | Seat Mounted |
Rear Side Airbag | |
Seatbelt Pretensioners | Front |
Anti-Lock Brakes | 4-wheel Anti-lock Brakes (abs) |
Forward Collision Warning | |
Blind Spot Sensor | |
Lane Departure Warning | |
Autonomous Cruise Control | |
Pedestrian Detection | |
Driver Attention Alert | |
Daytime Running Lights | |
Auto High Beams | |
Adaptive Headlights | |
Parking Sensors | |
Security Systems | Security System |
Panic Alarm | |
Ignition Disable | Immobilizer |
Warranty
Bumper To Bumper Months Miles | 48 Months / 50,000 Miles |
Major Components Months | 48 Months / 50,000 Miles |
Included Maintenance Months | |
Roadside Assistance Months | Unlimited Months / Unlimited Miles |
Corrosion Perforation | 48 Months / 50,000 Miles |
Accessories Months |
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