Mercedes SLK 2000 320 2000
Mercedes SLK 2000 3.2 petrol description
Cabrio Mercedes SLK 2000 320 2000 has been produced from March, 2000 to March, 2004. It has six-cylinder petrol engine with displacement of 3.2 litres, which produces power of 218 horsepower on 5700 rpm and torque 310 Nm (Newton metres) on 3000 revolutions per minute.
This 6-cylinder 18-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 310 000 to 520 000 kilometres. Note that engine life can be longer or shorter depending on maintenance.
More engine specs
This Mercedes SLK 3.2 engine oil type is 5W-30 and oil capacity is 7.5 litres.
Mercedes SLK 2000 320 2000 has classical rear wheel drive (RWD) and manual gearbox with 6 gears.
Mercedes SLK 2000 320 2000 accelerates to speed 100 kilometres per hour in 6.9 seconds. The maximum speed of this car is 245 km/h.
The fuel consumption of this Mercedes SLK 2000 320 2000 in combined mode (combining urban and highway driving) is 11.1 litres per 100km (9 km/l), fuel consumption in city - 16.4 l/100km, highway fuel economy - 8 l/100km. Fuel tank capacity is 60 litres or 15.85 gallons, which gives a mileage up to 540 kilometers without refueling in urban cycle and even up to 740 kilometers on highway.
According to user reviews, the real everyday fuel consumption of this Mercedes is in line with, and sometimes even lower than, the manufacturer's stated combined consumption. More - Real Mercedes SLK fuel consumption.
Mercedes SLK safety
During safety testing Mercedes SLK has obtained 4 stars from five, which means good safety level.
Adults (driver and passenger) safety of Mercedes SLK is evaluated with four stars, and for pedestrian protection Mercedes SLK got one star.

Mercedes SLK 2000 320 2000 technical data
Model: | Mercedes SLK 320 2000 | ||
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Body style: | Cabrio | ||
Production period: | 2000. March ... 2004. March | ||
Engine: | 3199 cm3 Petrol, 6 cylinders | CO2 emissions: | 267 g/km |
Power: | 218 HP ON 5700 RPM | Torque: | 310 NM ON 3000 RPM |
Gearbox: | Manual gearbox (6 gears) | Drive type: | Rear wheel drive (RWD) |
Maximum speed: | 245 km/h | Acceleration 0-100 km/h: | 6.9 seconds |
Fuel consumption (l/100km): | 11.1 (combined) 16.4 (urban) 8.0 (highway) | ||
Real fuel consumption: | 10.6 l/100km (22.2 MPG) by user reviews from various sources | ||
Fuel tank capacity: | 60 litres (15.9 gallons) | ||
Car dimensions: | 4.01m (length) 1.72m (width) 1.26m (height) | ||
Turning diameter: | 10.6 meters | ||
Seats: | 2 seats | ||
Trunk capacity: | 145 litres | ||
Trunk max capacity: | 348 litres (with rear seats folded down) | ||
Gross weight: | 1665 kg |
Mercedes SLK 2000 320 2000 engine M112 E32
Engine reliability:
Overall, this engine can last around 310,000 to 520,000 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 | 3199 cm3 |
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Number of cylinders | 6 |
Bore (cylinder diameter) | 89.9 mm |
Stroke length (piston move) | 84 mm |
Compression ratio | 10 : 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 2000 320 2000 oil type | 5W-30 |
Oil capacity | 7.5 litres (7.9 quarts) |
Coolant capacity | 9.5 litres (10 quarts) |
Power | 190 - 224 HP ON 5700 RPM |
Torque | 270 - 315 NM ON 3000 RPM |
Start of production (year) | 1997 |
Duration of production | 10 years |
Engine also used on | Mercedes C klase Mercedes E klase Mercedes ML Chrysler Crossfire and 5 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 [2000 - 2004] modifications
Modification | Engine | Power | Consumption | Gearbox |
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Mercedes SLK 2.0 200 2000 Kompressor
Most fuel efficient version by real consumption |
2.0 Petrol | 163 HP | 9.6 l/100km | Manual (6) |
Mercedes SLK 2.0 200 2000 Kompressor Automatic
Most fuel efficient version |
2.0 Petrol | 163 HP | 9.2 l/100km | Automatic (5) |
Mercedes SLK 2.3 230 2000 Kompressor | 2.3 Petrol | 197 HP | 9.8 l/100km | Manual (6) |
Mercedes SLK 2.3 230 2000 Kompressor Automatic | 2.3 Petrol | 197 HP | 9.4 l/100km | Automatic (5) |
Mercedes SLK 3.2 320 2000 | 3.2 Petrol | 218 HP | 11.1 l/100km | Manual (6) |
Mercedes SLK 3.2 320 2000 Automatic | 3.2 Petrol | 218 HP | 10.4 l/100km | Automatic (5) |
Mercedes SLK 3.2 32 2001 AMG
Mar 2001 — Mar 2004 Most dynamic version - 100 km/h in 5.2 seconds |
3.2 Petrol | 354 HP | 11.2 l/100km | Automatic (5) |