MERCEDES BENZ SLK (R172) 250 BlueEFFICIENCY
Mercedes SLK 2011 1.8 petrol description
Cabrio MERCEDES BENZ SLK (R172) 250 BlueEFFICIENCY has been produced from January, 2011 to December, 2015. It has four-cylinder petrol engine with displacement of 1.8 litres, which produces power of 204 horsepower on 5500 rpm and torque 309 Nm (Newton metres) on 2000 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 IHI Al 00650066 turbine. The engine meets the Euro 5 emissions standard. Average engine life expectancy (mileage before serious repairs are needed) is from 210 000 to 360 000 kilometres. Note that engine life can be longer or shorter depending on maintenance.
More engine specs
This Mercedes SLK 1.8 engine oil type is 5W-30 and oil capacity is 5.5 litres.
MERCEDES BENZ SLK (R172) 250 BlueEFFICIENCY has classical rear wheel drive (RWD) and automatic gearbox with 7 gears.
MERCEDES BENZ SLK (R172) 250 BlueEFFICIENCY accelerates to speed 100 kilometres per hour in 6.6 seconds. The maximum speed of this car is 243 km/h.
The fuel consumption of this MERCEDES BENZ SLK (R172) 250 BlueEFFICIENCY in combined mode (combining urban and highway driving) is 6.2 litres per 100km (16.1 km/l), fuel consumption in city - 8.4 l/100km, highway fuel economy - 5 l/100km..
According to user reviews, this Mercedes real everyday fuel consumption is 8.6 litres per 100 km, which is 39% more than the manufacturer's stated. More - Real Mercedes SLK fuel consumption.
MERCEDES BENZ SLK (R172) 250 BlueEFFICIENCY technical data
| Model: | MERCEDES BENZ SLK (R172) 250 BlueEFFICIENCY | ||
|---|---|---|---|
| Body style: | Cabrio | ||
| Production period: | 2011. January ... 2015. December | ||
| Engine: | 1796 cm3 Petrol, 4 cylinders | CO2 emissions: | 144 g/km |
| Power: | 204 HP ON 5500 RPM | Torque: | 309 NM ON 2000 RPM |
| Gearbox: | Automatic gearbox (7 gears) | Drive type: | Rear wheel drive (RWD) |
| Maximum speed: | 243 km/h | Acceleration 0-100 km/h: | 6.6 seconds |
| Fuel consumption (l/100km): | 6.2 (combined) 8.4 (urban) 5.0 (highway) | ||
| Real fuel consumption: | 8.6 l/100km (27.4 MPG) by user reviews from various sources | ||
| Car dimensions: | 4.14m (length) 1.81m (width) 1.30m (height) | ||
| Turning diameter: | 10.5 meters | ||
| Seats: | 2 seats | ||
| Trunk capacity: | 224 litres | ||
| Trunk max capacity: | 335 litres (with rear seats folded down) | ||
| Gross weight: | 1815 kg | ||
MERCEDES BENZ SLK (R172) 250 BlueEFFICIENCY engine M271 EVO
Engine reliability:
Overall, this engine can last around 210,000 to 360,000 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 | 1796 cm3 |
|---|---|
| Number of cylinders | 4 |
| Bore (cylinder diameter) | 82 mm |
| Stroke length (piston move) | 85 mm |
| Compression ratio | 9.3 : 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 BENZ SLK (R172) 250 BlueEFFICIENCY oil type | 5W-30 |
| Oil capacity | 5.5 litres (5.8 quarts) |
| Power | 156 - 204 HP ON 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 250 - 310 NM ON 2000 RPM |
| Start of production (year) | 2002 |
| Duration of production | 13 years |
| Engine also used on | Mercedes C klase Mercedes E klase |
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. |
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All Mercedes SLK cabrio [2011 - 2015] modifications
| Modification | Engine | Power | Consumption | Gearbox |
|---|---|---|---|---|
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Mercedes SLK 1.8 200 2011 BlueEFFICIENCY
Most fuel efficient petrol version by real consumption |
1.8 Petrol | 184 HP | 6.4 l/100km | Manual (6) |
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Mercedes SLK 1.8 200 2011 BlueEFFICIENCY Automatic
Most fuel efficient petrol version |
1.8 Petrol | 184 HP | 6.1 l/100km | Automatic (7) |
| MERCEDES BENZ SLK (R172) 250 BlueEFFICIENCY | 1.8 Petrol | 204 HP | 6.2 l/100km | Automatic (7) |
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MERCEDES BENZ SLK (R172) 250 CDI BlueEFICIENCY
Most fuel efficient diesel version by real consumption |
2.1 Diesel | 204 HP | 5.0 l/100km | Manual (6) |
| MERCEDES BENZ SLK (R172) 250 CDI BlueEFICIENCY Automatic | 2.1 Diesel | 204 HP | 5.0 l/100km | Automatic (7) |
| MERCEDES BENZ SLK (R172) 350 BlueEFFICIENCY | 3.5 Petrol | 306 HP | 7.1 l/100km | Automatic (7) |
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Mercedes SLK 2012 5.5 AMG SLK 55
Jan 2012 — Dec 2015 Most dynamic version - 100 km/h in 4.6 seconds |
5.5 Petrol | 422 HP | 8.4 l/100km | Automatic (7) |