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2007 Mercedes-Benz SLK-Class
Date Published: 6/21/08

2007 Mercedes-Benz SLK-Class
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MSRP:
$43,350 - 62,500

Invoice:
$40,316 - 58,125

Class:
Premium Sporty/performance Car
2007 Mercedes-Benz SLK-Class
Expert Rating Summary
Category SLK350, auto. Rating (See All
Ratings)
Premium Sporty performance Car Average Rating
Acceleration 7 8.1
Fuel Economy 5 4.6
Ride Quality 4 4.5
Steering/Handling/Braking 8 8.6
Quietness 4 4.5
Controls 7 6.7
Details 8 7.6
Room/Comfort/Driver Seating (front) 5 5.9
Room/Comfort (rear) 0 .6
Cargo Room 2 2.2
Value within Class 6 5.4
Total Score: 56 58.7
Ratings: Maximum 10 points per category
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2007 Mercedes-Benz SLK-Class Review
The smaller of Mercedes-Benz's two-seat convertibles is unchanged for 2007. Like the larger, costlier SL, the SLK has a power-folding hardtop. It comes in three versions. The SLK280 has a 228-hp 3.0-liter V6. The SLK350 has a 268-hp 3.5-liter V6, and the SLK55 has a 355-hp V8. SLK280 and 350 offer a 6-speed manual transmission or 7-speed automatic. SLK55 comes only with the automatic. All have ABS and traction/antiskid control. Also standard are knee airbags and side airbags designed to protect head and torso; they also include rollover deployment. A Sport Package for SLK280 and 350 includes firmer suspension, specific wheels and tires, body trim, and steering wheel shift buttons for the automatic transmission. Optional on all is Mercedes' Airscarf feature that delivers heated air through neck-level vents in the seatbacks.
Competition
Consumer Guide® Automotive places each vehicle into one of 18 classes based on size, price, and market position. Offering more power and style than typical Sporty/Performance vehicles, Premium Sporty/Performance Cars usually cost much more and have more comfort and convenience equipment. Two-passenger convertibles and four-seat coupes rule the roost in this class.

Our Best Buys are the BMW Z4 and Chevrolet Corvette. Our Recommended picks are the Jaguar XK Series and Porsche Boxster, and Porsche Cayman.

New or significantly redesigned models include the Jaguar XK Series and Volkswagen Eos.
News
The 2008 SLKs are expected to get a freshening. It will be likely cosmetic for the most part, though there could be a few surprises in the powertrain and/or features departments. Keep checking back with us for further updates.
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