Mercedes SLK 1996 230 1996 Kompressor
Mercedes SLK 1996 2.3 petrol description
Cabrio Mercedes SLK 1996 230 1996 Kompressor has been produced from September, 1996 to March, 2000. It has four-cylinder petrol engine with displacement of 2.3 litres, which produces power of 193 horsepower on 5300 rpm - this is the most powerfull Mercedes SLK 1996 - 2000 version and torque 280 Nm (Newton metres) on 2500 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 and kompressor turbine. Engine versions compliant with Euro 2 and Euro 3 emission standards available. Engine lifespan (mileage before major repairs or overhaul) can last from 330 up to 560 thousand 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 2.3 engine oil type is 5W-40 and oil capacity is 5.5 litres.
Mercedes SLK 1996 230 1996 Kompressor has classical rear wheel drive (RWD) and manual gearbox with 5 gears.
Mercedes SLK 1996 230 1996 Kompressor accelerates to speed 100 kilometres per hour in 7.4 seconds. The maximum speed of this car is 231 km/h.
Mercedes SLK 1996 230 1996 Kompressor fuel consumption is 9.3 litres per 100km in combined city/highway mode (10.8 km/l) - this is one of most fuel efficient Mercedes SLK 1996 - 2000 versions, fuel consumption in city - 13.3 l/100km, highway fuel economy - 7 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 the figure specified by the manufacturer. More - Real Mercedes SLK fuel consumption.

Mercedes SLK 1996 230 1996 Kompressor technical data
Model: | Mercedes SLK 230 1996 Kompressor | ||
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Body style: | Cabrio | ||
Production period: | 1996. September ... 2000. March | ||
Engine: | 2295 cm3 Petrol, 4 cylinders | CO2 emissions: | 220 g/km |
Power: | 193 HP ON 5300 RPM | Torque: | 280 NM ON 2500 RPM |
Gearbox: | Manual gearbox (5 gears) | Drive type: | Rear wheel drive (RWD) |
Top speed: | 231 km/h | Acceleration 0-100 km/h: | 7.4 seconds |
Fuel consumption (l/100km): | 9.3 (combined) 13.3 (urban) 7.0 (highway) | ||
Real fuel consumption: | 9.3 l/100km (25.3 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: | 1585 kg |
Mercedes SLK 1996 230 1996 Kompressor engine M111 E23ML
Engine reliability:
Overall, this engine can last around 330,000 to 560,000 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 | 2295 cm3 |
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Number of cylinders | 4 |
Bore (cylinder diameter) | 90.9 mm |
Stroke length (piston move) | 88.4 mm |
Compression ratio | 8.8 : 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 230 1996 Kompressor oil type | 5W-40 |
Oil capacity | 5.5 litres (5.8 quarts) |
Coolant capacity | 8 litres (8.5 quarts) |
Power | 193 HP ON 5300 RPM |
Torque | 280 NM ON 2500 RPM |
Start of production (year) | 1992 |
Duration of production | 8 years |
Engine also used on | Mercedes CLK |
Most often compared to
All Mercedes SLK cabrio [1996 - 2000] modifications
Modification | Engine | Power | Consumption | Gearbox |
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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) |