Mercedes SLK 2004 55 2004 AMG

Mercedes SLK 2004 5.4 petrol description

Cabrio Mercedes SLK 2004 55 2004 AMG has been produced from October, 2004 to January, 2008. 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 2004 - 2008 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 without turbocharger. Engine versions compliant with Euro 3 and Euro 4 emission standards available. Average engine life expectancy (mileage before serious repairs are needed) is from 220 000 to 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 2004 55 2004 AMG has classical rear wheel drive (RWD) and automatic gearbox with 7 gears.
Mercedes SLK 2004 55 2004 AMG accelerates to speed 100 kilometres per hour in 4.9 seconds. The maximum speed of this car is 250 km/h.

The fuel consumption of this Mercedes SLK 2004 55 2004 AMG in combined mode (combining urban and highway driving) is 12 litres per 100km (8.3 km/l), fuel consumption in city - 17.7 l/100km, highway fuel economy - 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, the real everyday fuel consumption of this Mercedes is in line with the figure specified by the manufacturer. More - Real Mercedes SLK fuel consumption.

Mercedes SLK 2004

Mercedes SLK 2004 55 2004 AMG technical data

Model: Mercedes SLK 55 2004 AMG
Body style: Cabrio
Production period: 2004. October ... 2008. January 
Engine: 5439 cm3 Petrol, 8 cylinders CO2 emissions: no data
Power: 360 HP ON 5750 RPM Torque: 510 NM ON 4000 RPM
Gearbox: Automatic gearbox (7 gears) Drive type: Rear wheel drive (RWD)
Maximum 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: 12.4 l/100km (19 MPG) by user reviews from various sources
Fuel tank capacity: 70 litres (18.5 gallons)
Car dimensions: 4.09m (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 2004 55 2004 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 2004 55 2004 AMG oil type 5W-40
Oil capacity 8 litres (8.5 quarts)
Coolant capacity 11.1 litres (11.7 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 [2004 - 2008] modifications

Modification Engine Power Consumption Gearbox
Mercedes SLK 1.8 200 2004 Kompressor

Most fuel efficient version

1.8 Petrol 163 HP 8.7 l/100km Manual (6)
Mercedes SLK 1.8 200 2004 Kompressor Automatic 1.8 Petrol 163 HP 8.8 l/100km Automatic (5)
Mercedes SLK 3.0 280 2005 Jun 2005 — Jan 2008 3.0 Petrol 231 HP 9.7 l/100km Manual (6)
Mercedes SLK 3.0 280 2005 Automatic Jun 2005 — Jan 2008 3.0 Petrol 231 HP 9.3 l/100km Automatic (7)
Mercedes SLK 3.5 350 2004 Jul 2004 — Jan 2008 3.5 Petrol 272 HP 10.6 l/100km Manual (6)
Mercedes SLK 3.5 350 2004 Automatic Jul 2004 — Jan 2008 3.5 Petrol 272 HP 10.1 l/100km Automatic (7)
Mercedes SLK 5.4 55 2004 AMG Oct 2004 — Jan 2008

Most dynamic version - 100 km/h in 4.9 seconds

5.4 Petrol 360 HP 12.0 l/100km Automatic (7)
Mercedes SLK 2004 reviews
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