Mercedes SLK 2004
The car meant for people who like speed and cramped roads
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This generation of Mercedes SLK has been produced from March, 2004 to January, 2008. We can provide information about 7 modifications of this generation. The car has been produced only with classical rear wheel drive.
This Mercedes is available with four petrol engines with displacement from 1.8 to 5.4 litres and power of from 163 to 360 horsepower. All engines feature a timing chain-driven camshaft, which is considered a more reliable and less maintenance-intensive solution (What is an engine chain and belt?).
The car is available with both manual (3 versions), as well as automatic (4 versions) gearbox.
Mercedes SLK 2004 average fuel consumption in combined cycle for petrol engine is from 8.7 to 12 litres per 100km. The most fuel efficient Mercedes SLK 2004 petrol engine version is Mercedes SLK 200 2004 Kompressor, consuming 8.7 litres per 100km.
According to user reviews, Mercedes SLK real-world fuel consumption is on average the same as the manufacturer's claimed fuel economy. For a more detailed actual fuel economy of each model, select a specific Mercedes SLK modification.
Mercedes SLK 2004 CO2 emissions are from 209 to 255 grams per kilometer. Mercedes SLK version with the lowest CO2 emissions is Mercedes SLK 200 2004 Kompressor, which produces 209 grams of CO2 per one kilometer.
The best acceleration from 0 to 100 km/h - 4.9 seconds has Mercedes SLK 55 2004 AMG version, conversely the tardiest one is Mercedes SLK 200 2004 Kompressor Automatic reaching this speed only in 8.3 seconds. The maximum top speed is 250 km/h for the 3.0 petrol 6-cylinder 231 hp version (Mercedes SLK 280 2005) and 4 other versions.
Lenght of Mercedes SLK is 409 cm, it is medium size car. For comparison - Mercedes SLK is about 12 cm longer than Volkswagen Polo hatchback, but 2 cm shorter than Opel Astra hatchback. Mercedes SLK gross weight is from 1705 to 1850 kg (depending on modification), this car is about 13 percent heavier than the average for this age and class of vehicles. Mercedes SLK trunk space is 208 litres.
This Mercedes is quite costly - it can be purchased (in Latvia, EU) for around 7000 €. According to user reviews, average Mercedes SLK repair costs are 45 € per year. Users calculated Mercedes SLK 2004 cost of ownership for this generation, got average 2700 € cost per year and 0.41 € cost per one kilometer. Fuel costs were estimated at around 46%, while repair and maintenance costs - around 25% from total. We have an excellent car cost calculator, calculate ownership costs of Mercedes SLK for your situation and driving habits here! Below you will find more detailed information about Mercedes SLK prices and costs.
Mercedes SLK modifications
Modification | Engine | Power | Consumption | Gearbox |
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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 prices
Mercedes SLK 2004 - 2008 cabrio price in Latvia is from 6000 € to 10000 €.
Comparing to analogical vehicles Mercedes SLK price is very high - Mercedes SLK is approximately for 63 percents more expensive then average cabrios of this age (compare cabrios 2004 - 2008 prices). Mercedes SLK high price can be explained by its quality above average (see below), therefore this Mercedes could be reasonable purchase in long term perspective.
Year | Lowest | Average | Highest | Availability |
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Mercedes SLK 2006 price | 6000 € | 7000 € | 8500 € | |
Mercedes SLK 2005 price | 6000 € | 7500 € | 10 000 € | |
Mercedes SLK 2004 price | 6000 € | 7000 € | 9000 € |
Mercedes SLK total costs of ownership
How much really costs to own Mercedes SLK? Users calculated Mercedes SLK 2004 cost of ownership for this generation, got average 2700 € cost per year and 0.41 € cost per one kilometer.
Mercedes SLK 2004 total costs of ownership calculator
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Mercedes SLK reliability and quality
According to yearly reports of vehicle inspection service Mercedes SLK reliability is very high. In the roadworthiness tests in 2019 defects were detected in an average of only 18.6 percent of Mercedes SLK of this generation (on average 13 years old at the time of inspection). The average failure rate for a vehicles of the same age was 28.4%.
Mercedes SLK 2004 features (options)
Percentage of Mercedes SLK with corresponding feature (option)
70% Metallic paint
60% Climate control
56% Rain sensor
50% Leather upholstery
46% Xenon headlights
44% Adjustable steering wheel
41% Cruise control
40% Heated seats
39% Bi-xenon lights
18% Tire pressure control
16% Electrically adjustable seats
13% Navigation
13% Dimming mirrors
12%
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