Mercedes SLK 2008 300 2008
Mercedes SLK 2008 3.0 petrol description
Cabrio Mercedes SLK 2008 300 2008 has been produced from January, 2008 to January, 2011. It has six-cylinder petrol engine with displacement of 3.0 litres, which produces power of 231 horsepower on 6000 rpm and torque 300 Nm (Newton metres) on 2500 revolutions per minute.
This 6-cylinder 24-valve engine camshaft is driven by chain (What is an engine chain and belt? ). Engine has fuel injection system, this is an atmospheric engine (without turbine). Engine versions compliant with Euro 4 and Euro 5 emission standards available. Engine lifespan (mileage before major repairs or overhaul) can last from 270 up to 450 thousand kilometres. Remember that engine life depends on regular maintenance and the quality of the materials used (oils, fuels, etc.).
More engine specs
This Mercedes SLK 3.0 engine oil type is 5W-30 and oil capacity is 8 litres.
Mercedes SLK 2008 300 2008 has classical rear wheel drive (RWD) and manual gearbox with 6 gears.
Mercedes SLK 2008 300 2008 accelerates to speed 100 kilometres per hour in 6.3 seconds. The maximum speed of this car is 250 km/h.
Mercedes SLK 2008 300 2008 fuel consumption is 9.3 litres per 100km in combined city/highway mode (10.8 km/l), city fuel economy - 13.6 l/100km, fuel consumption on highway - 6.7 l/100km. Fuel tank capacity is 70 litres or 18.49 gallons, which gives a mileage up to 740 kilometers without refueling in urban cycle and even up to 1040 kilometers on highway.
Mercedes SLK 2008 300 2008 technical data
| Model: | Mercedes SLK 300 2008 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
| Body style: | Cabrio | ||
| Production period: | 2008. January ... 2011. January | ||
| Engine: | 2996 cm3 Petrol, 6 cylinders | CO2 emissions: | 220 g/km |
| Power: | 231 HP ON 6000 RPM | Torque: | 300 NM ON 2500 RPM |
| Gearbox: | Manual gearbox (6 gears) | Drive type: | Rear wheel drive (RWD) |
| Top speed: | 250 km/h | Acceleration 0-100 km/h: | 6.3 seconds |
| Fuel consumption (l/100km): | 9.3 (combined) 13.6 (urban) 6.7 (highway) | ||
| Fuel tank capacity: | 70 litres (18.5 gallons) | ||
| Car dimensions: | 4.10m (length) 1.79m (width) 1.30m (height) | ||
| Turning diameter: | 10.5 meters | ||
| Seats: | 2 seats | ||
| Trunk capacity: | 208 litres | ||
| Gross weight: | 1770 kg | ||
Mercedes SLK 2008 300 2008 engine M272 KE30
Engine reliability:
Overall, this engine can last around 270,000 to 450,000 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 | 2996 cm3 |
|---|---|
| Number of cylinders | 6 |
| Bore (cylinder diameter) | 88 mm |
| Stroke length (piston move) | 82.1 mm |
| Compression ratio | 11.3 : 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 300 2008 oil type | 5W-30 |
| Oil capacity | 8 litres (8.5 quarts) |
| Coolant capacity | 7.1 litres (7.5 quarts) |
| Power | 231 HP ON 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 300 NM ON 2500 RPM |
| Start of production (year) | 2004 |
| Duration of production | 13 years |
| Engine also used on | Mercedes C klase Mercedes E klase Mercedes CLK and 4 other models |
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 |
|---|---|---|---|---|
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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) |