Mercedes SLK 2008 200 2008 Kompressor Automatic

Mercedes SLK 2008 1.8 petrol description

Cabrio Mercedes SLK 2008 200 2008 Kompressor Automatic has been produced from January, 2008 to January, 2011. It has four-cylinder petrol engine with displacement of 1.8 litres, which produces power of 184 horsepower on 5500 rpm and torque 240 Nm (Newton metres) on 3000 revolutions per minute.

This 4-cylinder 16-valve engine camshaft is driven by chain (What is an engine chain and belt? ). Engine has fuel injection system and turbocharger. Engine versions compliant with Euro 4 and Euro 5 emission standards available. Engine lifespan (mileage before major repairs or overhaul) can last from 280 up to 480 thousand kilometres. It is important to remember that engine life is highly dependent on regular maintenance and the quality of the oils and fuels used.
More engine specs 
This Mercedes SLK 1.8 engine oil type is 5W-30 and oil capacity is 5.5 litres.

Mercedes SLK 2008 200 2008 Kompressor Automatic has classical rear wheel drive (RWD) and automatic gearbox with 5 gears.
Mercedes SLK 2008 200 2008 Kompressor Automatic accelerates to speed 100 kilometres per hour in 7.9 seconds. The maximum speed of this car is 232 km/h.

Mercedes SLK 2008 200 2008 Kompressor Automatic fuel consumption is 8 litres per 100km in combined city/highway mode (12.5 km/l) - this is one of most fuel efficient Mercedes SLK 2008 - 2011 versions, fuel consumption in city - 11.5 l/100km, highway fuel economy - 5.9 l/100km. Fuel tank capacity is 70 litres or 18.49 gallons, which gives a mileage up to 860 kilometers without refueling in urban cycle and even up to 1180 kilometers on highway.
According to user reviews, this Mercedes real everyday fuel consumption is 9.3 litres per 100 km, which is 16% more than the manufacturer's stated. More - Real Mercedes SLK fuel consumption.

With the same engine there is also Mercedes SLK version with manual gearbox (Mercedes SLK 1.8 200 2008 Kompressor MT) available, which is more dynamic - it reaches 100 km/h 0.3 seconds faster (in 7.6 seconds), moreover, it is more economic with manufacturer's fuel consumption is lower by 0.3 litres per 100 km or 4 % - 7.7 litres per 100 km, whereas users reported real fuel consumption is lower by 1.1 litres per 100 km or 12 % - 8.2 litres per 100 km.
Mercedes SLK 2008

Mercedes SLK 2008 200 2008 Kompressor Automatic technical data

Model: Mercedes SLK 200 2008 Kompressor Automatic
Body style: Cabrio
Production period: 2008. January ... 2011. January 
Engine: 1796 cm3 Petrol, 4 cylinders CO2 emissions: 190 g/km
Power: 184 HP ON 5500 RPM Torque: 240 NM ON 3000 RPM
Gearbox: Automatic gearbox (5 gears) Drive type: Rear wheel drive (RWD)
Top speed: 232 km/h Acceleration 0-100 km/h: 7.9 seconds
Fuel consumption (l/100km): 8.0 (combined) 11.5 (urban) 5.9 (highway)
Real fuel consumption: 9.3 l/100km (25.3 MPG) by user reviews from various sources
Fuel tank capacity: 70 litres (18.5 gallons)
Car dimensions: 4.10m (length) 1.78m (width) 1.30m (height)
Turning diameter: 10.5 meters
Seats: 2 seats
Trunk capacity: 208 litres
Gross weight: 1705 kg

Mercedes SLK 2008 200 2008 Kompressor Automatic engine M271 E18 ML

Engine reliability:

Overall, this engine can last around 280,000 to 480,000 km if properly maintained, using the correct quality oil and fuel, and carrying out regular checks and maintenance.
The engine has hydraulic valve tappets (lifters), which provide quieter operation and do not require periodic adjustment, but are more complex in design and can cause serious engine damage in the event of failure.
Engine displacement 1796 cm3
Number of cylinders 4
Bore (cylinder diameter) 82 mm
Stroke length (piston move) 85 mm
Compression ratio 9 : 1
Camshaft drive Timing chain

Chain motors are considered more reliable, chain replacement usually is required less often than a timing belt, but they are often louder and vibrate more.

Fuel system Injection
Mercedes SLK 2008 200 2008 Kompressor Automatic oil type 5W-30
Oil capacity 5.5 litres (5.8 quarts)
Power 122 - 192 HP ON 5500 RPM
Torque 190 - 260 NM ON 3000 RPM
Start of production (year) 2002
Duration of production 13 years
Engine also used on Mercedes C klase Mercedes E klase Mercedes CLK

Generally, the use of an engine in several models and its long production run is an indication of the quality of the engine and the success of its design.

All Mercedes SLK cabrio [2008 - 2011] modifications

Modification Engine Power Consumption Gearbox
Mercedes SLK 1.8 200 2008 Kompressor

Most fuel efficient version

1.8 Petrol 184 HP 7.7 l/100km Manual (6)
Mercedes SLK 1.8 200 2008 Kompressor Automatic 1.8 Petrol 184 HP 8.0 l/100km Automatic (5)
Mercedes SLK 3.0 300 2008 3.0 Petrol 231 HP 9.3 l/100km Manual (6)
Mercedes SLK 3.0 300 2008 Automatic 3.0 Petrol 231 HP 8.9 l/100km Automatic (7)
Mercedes SLK 3.5 350 2008 3.5 Petrol 305 HP 9.5 l/100km Manual (6)
Mercedes SLK 3.5 350 2008 Automatic 3.5 Petrol 305 HP 9.0 l/100km Automatic (7)
Mercedes SLK 5.4 55 2008 AMG

Most dynamic version - 100 km/h in 4.9 seconds

5.4 Petrol 360 HP 12.0 l/100km Automatic (7)
Mercedes SLK 2008 reviews
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