Mercedes SLK 1996 200 1996 Automatic

Mercedes SLK 1996 2.0 petrol description

Cabrio Mercedes SLK 1996 200 1996 Automatic has been produced from September, 1996 to March, 2000. It has four-cylinder petrol engine with displacement of 2.0 litres, which produces power of 136 horsepower on 5500 rpm and torque 190 Nm (Newton metres) on 3700 revolutions per minute.

This 4-cylinder 16-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 2 and Euro 3 emission standards available. Average engine life expectancy (mileage before serious repairs are needed) is from 370 000 to 630 000 kilometres. It is important to remember that engine life is highly dependent on regular maintenance and the quality of the oils and fuels used.
More engine specs 
This Mercedes SLK 2.0 engine oil type is 5W-40 and oil capacity is 5.5 litres.

Mercedes SLK 1996 200 1996 Automatic has classical rear wheel drive (RWD) and automatic gearbox with 5 gears.
Mercedes SLK 1996 200 1996 Automatic accelerates to speed 100 kilometres per hour in 9.7 seconds. The maximum speed of this car is 203 km/h.

The fuel consumption of this Mercedes SLK 1996 200 1996 Automatic in combined mode (combining urban and highway driving) is 9.3 litres per 100km (10.8 km/l) - this is one of most fuel efficient Mercedes SLK 1996 - 2000 versions, city fuel economy - 13.2 l/100km, fuel consumption on highway - 7.1 l/100km. Fuel tank capacity is 53 litres or 14 gallons, which gives a mileage up to 560 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.

With the same engine there is also Mercedes SLK version with manual gearbox (Mercedes SLK 2.0 200 1996 MT) available, which is more dynamic - it reaches 100 km/h 0.4 seconds faster (in 9.3 seconds), moreover, it is more economic with manufacturer's fuel consumption is lower by 0.2 litres per 100 km or 2 % - 9.1 litres per 100 km, whereas users reported real fuel consumption is lower by 0.8 litres per 100 km or 9 % - 8.2 litres per 100 km.
Mercedes SLK 1996

Mercedes SLK 1996 200 1996 Automatic technical data

Model: Mercedes SLK 200 1996 Automatic
Body style: Cabrio
Production period: 1996. September ... 2000. March 
Engine: 1998 cm3 Petrol, 4 cylinders CO2 emissions: 220 g/km
Power: 136 HP ON 5500 RPM Torque: 190 NM ON 3700 RPM
Gearbox: Automatic gearbox (5 gears) Drive type: Rear wheel drive (RWD)
Maximum speed: 203 km/h Acceleration 0-100 km/h: 9.7 seconds
Fuel consumption (l/100km): 9.3 (combined) 13.2 (urban) 7.1 (highway)
Real fuel consumption: 9.9 l/100km (23.8 MPG) by user reviews from various sources
Fuel tank capacity: 53 litres (14 gallons)
Car dimensions: 4.00m (length) 1.72m (width) 1.29m (height)
Turning diameter: 10.5 meters
Seats: 2 seats
Trunk capacity: 145 litres
Trunk max capacity: 348 litres (with rear seats folded down)
Gross weight: 1530 kg

Mercedes SLK 1996 200 1996 Automatic engine M111 E20

Engine reliability:

Overall, this engine can last around 370,000 to 630,000 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 1998 cm3
Number of cylinders 4
Bore (cylinder diameter) 89.9 mm
Stroke length (piston move) 78.7 mm
Compression ratio 9.6 : 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 1996 200 1996 Automatic oil type 5W-40
Oil capacity 5.5 litres (5.8 quarts)
Coolant capacity 8.5 litres (9 quarts)
Power 136 HP ON 5500 RPM
Torque 190 NM ON 3700 RPM
Start of production (year) 1992
Duration of production 8 years
Engine also used on Mercedes E klase Mercedes CLK

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 [1996 - 2000] modifications

Modification Engine Power Consumption Gearbox
Mercedes SLK 2.0 200 1996

Most fuel efficient version

2.0 Petrol 136 HP 9.1 l/100km Manual (5)
Mercedes SLK 2.0 200 1996 Automatic 2.0 Petrol 136 HP 9.3 l/100km Automatic (5)
Mercedes SLK 2.3 230 1996 Kompressor

Most powerfull version (193 HP)

2.3 Petrol 193 HP 9.3 l/100km Manual (5)
Mercedes SLK 2.3 230 1996 Kompressor Automatic

Most dynamic version - 100 km/h in 7.3 seconds

2.3 Petrol 193 HP 9.5 l/100km Automatic (5)
Mercedes SLK 1996 reviews
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