Mercedes SLK 2008 55 2008 AMG
Mercedes SLK 2008 5.4 petrol description
Cabrio Mercedes SLK 2008 55 2008 AMG has been produced from January, 2008 to January, 2011. It has eight-cylinder petrol engine with displacement of 5.4 litres, which produces power of 360 horsepower on 5750 rpm - this is the most powerfull Mercedes SLK 2008 - 2011 version and torque 510 Nm (Newton metres) on 4000 revolutions per minute.
This 8-cylinder 24-valve engine camshaft is driven by chain (What is an engine chain and belt? ). Engine has fuel injection system, it has no turbine. Engine versions compliant with Euro 3 and Euro 4 emission standards available. Approximate engine life expectancy (mileage until serious repairs are required) for this engine is between 220 000 and 370 000 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 5.4 engine oil type is 5W-40 and oil capacity is 8 litres.
Mercedes SLK 2008 55 2008 AMG has classical rear wheel drive (RWD) and automatic gearbox with 7 gears.
Mercedes SLK 2008 55 2008 AMG accelerates to speed 100 kilometres per hour in 4.9 seconds. The maximum speed of this car is 250 km/h.
In combined cycle (city and motorway), the Mercedes SLK 2008 55 2008 AMG fuel consumption is 12 litres per 100km (8.3 km/l), city fuel economy - 17.7 l/100km, fuel consumption on highway - 8.8 l/100km. Fuel tank capacity is 70 litres or 18.49 gallons, which gives a mileage up to 580 kilometers without refueling in urban cycle and even up to 780 kilometers on highway.
According to user reviews, this Mercedes real everyday fuel consumption is 14.3 litres per 100 km, which is 19% more than the manufacturer's stated. More - Real Mercedes SLK fuel consumption.
Mercedes SLK 2008 55 2008 AMG technical data
| Model: | Mercedes SLK 55 2008 AMG | ||
|---|---|---|---|
| Body style: | Cabrio | ||
| Production period: | 2008. January ... 2011. January | ||
| Engine: | 5439 cm3 Petrol, 8 cylinders | CO2 emissions: | 288 g/km |
| Power: | 360 HP ON 5750 RPM | Torque: | 510 NM ON 4000 RPM |
| Gearbox: | Automatic gearbox (7 gears) | Drive type: | Rear wheel drive (RWD) |
| Top speed: | 250 km/h | Acceleration 0-100 km/h: | 4.9 seconds |
| Fuel consumption (l/100km): | 12.0 (combined) 17.7 (urban) 8.8 (highway) | ||
| Real fuel consumption: | 14.3 l/100km (16.4 MPG) by user reviews from various sources | ||
| Fuel tank capacity: | 70 litres (18.5 gallons) | ||
| Car dimensions: | 4.10m (length) 1.79m (width) 1.27m (height) | ||
| Turning diameter: | 10.5 meters | ||
| Seats: | 2 seats | ||
| Trunk capacity: | 208 litres | ||
| Gross weight: | 1850 kg | ||
Mercedes SLK 2008 55 2008 AMG engine M113 E55 AMG
Engine reliability:
Overall, this engine can last around 220,000 to 370,000 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 | 5439 cm3 |
|---|---|
| Number of cylinders | 8 |
| Bore (cylinder diameter) | 97 mm |
| Stroke length (piston move) | 92 mm |
| Compression ratio | 11 : 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 55 2008 AMG oil type | 5W-40 |
| Oil capacity | 8 litres (8.5 quarts) |
| Coolant capacity | 11.5 litres (12.2 quarts) |
| Power | 347 - 400 HP ON 5750 RPM |
| Torque | 510 - 530 NM ON 4000 RPM |
| Start of production (year) | 1997 |
| Duration of production | 11 years |
| Engine also used on | Mercedes C klase Mercedes E klase Mercedes ML Mercedes CLK and 2 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) |