Compare 2008 Mercedes-Benz SLK-Class - Details
| Pricing | |||
| MSRP | $49,450 | $52,400 | $42,700 |
|---|---|---|---|
| Invoice | $45,988 | $48,390 | $39,465 |
| Destination | $875 | $825 | $825 |
| Interior Edit | |||
| Air Conditioning, Front | Dual Zone Manual | Automatic | Automatic |
| Air Filter | Standard | Standard | Standard |
| Cargo Net | Standard | N/A | N/A |
| Cell Phone | Pre-wiring | Pre-wiring | Pre-wiring |
| Clock | Analog | In-dash | In-dash |
| Cruise Control | Standard | Optional | Standard |
| Cupholders | Front | Front | Front |
| Gear Shift Knob Trim | Leather | Leather | Leather/metal-look |
| 12V DC Power Outlet | 1 | 1 | 1 |
| Lighter Elements | Front | Front | Front |
| Ashtray | Standard | Standard | Standard |
| Floor Console | Full | Full | Full |
| Floor Mats | Carpet Front | Carpet Front | N/A |
| Front Windows | Power | Power | Power |
| 1-touch Window Up | Driver And Passenger | Driver And Passenger | Driver And Passenger |
| 1-touch Window Down | Driver And Passenger | Driver And Passenger | Driver And Passenger |
| Programmable Garage Door Opener | Optional | N/A | N/A |
| Instrumentation | Analog | Analog | Analog |
| Driver Information Centre | Standard | Standard | Standard |
| Tachometer | Standard | Standard | Standard |
| Trip Computer | Standard | Standard | Standard |
| Water Temp Gauge | Standard | N/A | Standard |
| Low Fuel Warning | Standard | Standard | Standard |
| Service Interval Warning | Standard | Standard | Standard |
| Exterior Temperature Display | Standard | Standard | Standard |
| Lighting - Glovebox | Standard | Standard | Standard |
| Lighting - Map Lights | Front | Front | Front |
| Lighting - Dome Light | Fade | Fade | Fade |
| Lighting - Cargo Light | Standard | Standard | Standard |
| Illuminated Vanity Mirrors | Driver And Passenger | N/A | N/A |
| Rear Window Defogger | Standard | Standard | Standard |
| Rear View Mirror | Day-night | Day-night | Day-night |
| Mirrors - Visor Vanity Mirrors | Driver And Passenger | Driver And Passenger | Driver And Passenger |
| Remote Trunk Release | N/A | Power | Power |
| Retained Accessory Power | Standard | N/A | N/A |
| Seatback Storage Pockets | N/A | 2 | 2 |
| Tilt-Wheel Adjustable Steering Column | Standard | Standard | Standard |
| Steering Wheel Material | Leather | Leather | Leather/metal-look |
| Air Compressor | Standard | Standard | N/A |
| Seats Edit | |||
| Front Seat Type | Sport Bucket | Sport Bucket | Sport Bucket |
| Standard Seating | 2 Passengers | 2 Passengers | 2 Passengers |
| Front Driver Seat Direction Controls | 6-way | 8-way | 6-way |
| Front Passenger Seat Direction Controls | 6-way | 8-way | 6-way |
| Lumbar Support | Passenger | N/A | N/A |
| Front Armrests | Center | Center | Center |
| Front Head Restraints | Adjustable | Adjustable | Adjustable |
| Heated Front Seats | Driver And Front Passenger Heated-cushion, Heated-seatback | Driver And Front Passenger Heated-cushion, Heated-seatback | Driver And Front Passenger Heated-cushion, Heated-seatback |
| Memory | Driver And Passenger | Driver | Driver |
| Seat Trim | Leather/leatherette | Leather | Leather |
| Entertainment Edit | |||
| Radio | AM/FM/Satellite-prep, Seek-scan | AM/FM Stereo, Seek-scan | AM/FM Stereo, Seek-scan |
| CD Player | In-dash Mounted Single | In-dash Mounted Single | In-dash Mounted Single |
| CD Changer Compatible | Standard | Standard | Standard |
| MP3 Capability | Standard | Standard | Standard |
| Auxiliary Input Jack | N/A | N/A | Standard |
| Steering Wheel Audio Controls | Standard | Standard | Standard |
| Speakers | 9 | 10 | 10 Carver |
| Amplifier | Optional | Carver | Carver |
| Speed-Sensitive Volume | Standard | Optional | Standard |
| Entertainment System | With DVD | N/A | N/A |
| Navigation System | COMAND | Optional | Optional |
| 1st Row LCD Screen | 1 | 1 | 1 |
| Bluetooth Compatibility | N/A | Optional | Optional |
| Safety and Security Edit | |||
| Airbags, Frontal | Driver And Front Passenger | Driver And Front Passenger W/passenger Front-impact Cancellable | Driver And Front Passenger W/passenger Front-impact Cancellable |
| Airbags, Side Impact | Seat Mounted, Driver And Passenger | Door Mounted, Driver And Passenger | Door Mounted, Driver And Passenger |
| Airbags, Knee Protection | Driver And Passenger | Driver And Passenger | Driver And Passenger |
| Occupancy Sensor | Standard | Standard | Standard |
| Traction Control | ABS And Driveline | ABS And Driveline | ABS And Driveline |
| In-Vehicle Assistance Service | Tele Aid | BMW Assist | BMW Assist |
| Stolen Vehicle Tracking | Standard | Optional | Optional |
| Seatbelt Pre-tensioners | Front | Front | Front |
| Headlights | Halogen | High Intensity Low/high Beam, Bi-xenon | Halogen |
| Exterior Light Control | Auto On/off | Auto On/off | Auto On/off |
| Delay-off Headlamps | Standard | Standard | Standard |
| Headlight Washer | Optional | Standard | Optional |
| Cornering Lights | Optional | N/A | N/A |
| Daytime Running Lights | Standard | Standard | Standard |
| LED Taillights | Standard | Standard | N/A |
| Door Curb Lights | 2 | N/A | N/A |
| Illuminated Entry | Standard | Standard | Standard |
| Remote Keyless Entry | Keyfob (all Doors) | Keyfob (all Doors) | Keyfob (all Doors) |
| Panic Alarm | Standard | Standard | Standard |
| Door Locks | Power With 2 Stage Unlock | Power With 2 Stage Unlock | Power With 2 Stage Unlock |
| Content Theft Deterrent Alarm System | Standard | Standard | Standard |
| Ignition Disable | Standard | Standard | Standard |
| First Aid Kit | Standard | N/A | N/A |
| Theft Deterrent Radio | Standard | Standard | Standard |
| Low Tire Pressure Warning | Standard | Standard | Standard |
| Overview | |||
| Warranty Overview | Basic (48 Month/50,000 Mileage), Powertrain (48 Month/50,000 Mileage), Corrosion Perforation (48 Month/50,000 Mileage), Roadside Assistance ( Unlimited Month/unlimited Mileage) | Basic (48 Month/50,000 Mileage), Powertrain (48 Month/50,000 Mileage), Corrosion Perforation (144 Month/unlimited Mileage), Roadside Assistance (48 Month/unlimited Mileage), Maintenance (48 Month/50,000 Mileage) | Basic (48 Month/50,000 Mileage), Powertrain (48 Month/50,000 Mileage), Corrosion Perforation (144 Month/unlimited Mileage), Roadside Assistance (48 Month/unlimited Mileage), Maintenance (48 Month/50,000 Mileage) |
| Warranty Edit | |||
| Warranty - Basic | 48 Months/50,000 Miles | 48 Months/50,000 Miles | 48 Months/50,000 Miles |
| Warrranty - Powertrain | 48 Months/50,000 Miles | 48 Months/50,000 Miles | 48 Months/50,000 Miles |
| Warranty - Corrosion Perforation | 48 Months/50,000 Miles | 144 Months/unlimited Miles | 144 Months/unlimited Miles |
| Warranty - Roadside Assistance | Unlimited Months/unlimited Miles | 48 Months/unlimited Miles | 48 Months/unlimited Miles |
| Warranty - Maintenance | N/A | 48 Months/50,000 Miles | 48 Months/50,000 Miles |
| Exterior Edit | |||
| Antenna | Fixed | Fixed | Fixed |
| Body Material | Fully Galvanized Steel | Galvanized Steel/aluminum | Galvanized Steel/aluminum |
| Paint | Clearcoat Monotone | Clearcoat Monotone | Clearcoat Monotone |
| Grille Trim | Body-colored | Black W/chrome Surround | Chrome |
| Fog/driving Lights | Front And Rear | N/A | Front |
| Door Count | 2 Doors | 2 Doors | 2 Doors |
| Rear Cargo Door | Trunk | Trunk | Trunk |
| Tinted Windows | Light | Light | Light |
| Rear Window Type | Fixed | Fixed | Fixed |
| Mirrors | Dual Power Remote | Dual Power Remote | Dual Power Remote |
| Heated Door Mirrors | Standard | Standard | Standard |
| Mirrors, Auto Dimming | N/A | Driver And Passenger | Driver And Passenger |
| Convertible Top | Power | Power | Manual |
| Convertible Hardtop | Retractable | N/A | N/A |
| Convertible Roof Glass Rear Window | Standard | Standard | Standard |
| Spoiler | Lip | N/A | N/A |
| Front Tires | P225/45WR17.0 BSW Summer Performance | P225/45ZR18.0 BSW Summer Performance | P225/45WR17.0 BSW Run-flat Performance |
| Tires - Rear | 245/40WR17 | 255/40ZR18 | 255/35WR10 |
| Wheels | 17" Silver Aluminum | 18" Silver Aluminum | 17" Silver Aluminum |
| Spare Tire And Wheel | Compact Steel | N/A | N/A |
| Windshield Wipers - Front | Variable Intermittent | Variable Intermittent | Variable Intermittent |
| Windshield Wipers - Rain Sensing | Optional | Standard | Standard |
| Mechanical Edit | |||
| Engine | 3.5L V-6 | 3.2L I-6 | 3.0L I-6 |
| Engine - Valvetrain | DOHC | DOHC | DOHC |
| Brakes | 4-wheel Disc | 4-wheel Disc | 4-wheel Disc |
| Anti-lock Braking System (ABS) | 4-wheel | 4-wheel | 4-wheel |
| Brake Assist | Standard | Standard | Standard |
| Drive Type | Rear-wheel | Rear-wheel | Rear-wheel |
| Exhaust | Stainless Steel | Stainless Steel | Stainless Steel |
| Steering | Rack And Pinion | Rack And Pinion | Rack And Pinion |
| Speed Sensitive Steering | Standard | Standard | Standard |
| Suspension Tuning | Regular | Sport | Regular |
| Front Suspension Type | Strut | Strut | Strut |
| Front Anti-roll Bar | Standard | Standard | Standard |
| Front Shocks | Gas-pressurized | Gas-pressurized | Gas-pressurized |
| Front Springs | Coil | Coil | Coil |
| Rear Suspension Type | Multi-link | Multi-link | Multi-link |
| Rear Anti-roll Bar | Standard | Standard | Standard |
| Rear Shocks | Gas-pressurized | Gas-pressurized | Gas-pressurized |
| Rear Springs | Coil | Coil | Coil |
| Electronic Stability System | Standard | DSC III | DSC |
| Sequential Shift Control | TouchShift | N/A | Optional |
| Transmission | 7-spd W/OD | 6-spd Man W/OD | 6-spd Man W/OD |
| Axle Ratio | 3.07 | 3.62 | 3.23 |
| Locking/limited Slip Differential | N/A | Standard | N/A |
| Specifications Edit | |||
| Exterior Length | 160.7 " | 161.9 " | 161.1 " |
| Exterior Body Width | 70.4 " | 70.1 " | 70.1 " |
| Exterior Height | 51.1 " | 51.3 " | 51.1 " |
| Engine | 3.5L V-6 | 3.2L I-6 | 3.0L I-6 |
| Horsepower | 268 @ 6,000 Rpm | 330 @ 7,900 Rpm | 255 @ 6,600 Rpm |
| Torque | 258 @ 2,400 Rpm | 262 @ 4,900 Rpm | 220 @ 2,750 Rpm |
| Fuel Economy - City | 17 Mpg | 15 Mpg | 18 Mpg |
| Fuel Economy - Highway | 23 Mpg | 22 Mpg | 28 Mpg |
| 0-60mph / 0-100kmh (s) | 6.4 Seconds | 4.9 Seconds | 6.0 Seconds |
| 1/4 Mile Time | 14.7 Seconds | 13.4 Seconds | 14.6 Seconds |
| 1/4 Mile Speed | 93 Mph | 105 Mph | 96 Mph |
| Lateral Acceleration (g) | .9 | .9 | .9 |
| Slalom Speed | 61 Mph | 62 Mph | 62 Mph |
| Bore-and-Stroke | 3.66/3.39 " | 3.43/3.58 " | 3.35/3.46 " |
| Curb Weight | 3,295 Lbs. | 3,197 Lbs. | 3,086 Lbs. |
| Gross Vehicle Weight Rating (GVWR) | N/A | 3,759 Lbs. | 3,638 Lbs. |
| Payload | N/A | 562 Lbs. | 551 Lbs. |
| Wheelbase | 95.7 " | 98.3 " | 98.2 " |
| Front Track | 60.1 " | 58.5 " | 58.0 " |
| Rear Track | 61.0 " | 59.7 " | 60.0 " |
| Turning Radius | 17.3 '' | 17.2 '' | 16.1 '' |
| Drag Coefficient | .34 | .38 | .36 |
| Front Legroom | 42.5 " | 42.0 " | 42.0 " |
| Front Headroom | 37.9 " | 37.3 " | 37.3 " |
| Front Hip Room | 54.6 " | N/A | N/A |
| Front Shoulder Room | 52.2 " | 52.5 " | 52.5 " |
| Luggage Volume | 6.5 Cu.ft. | 8.6 Cu.ft. | 8.5 Cu.ft. |
| Luggage Volume (max) | 9.8 Cu.ft. | 10.6 Cu.ft. | 9.2 Cu.ft. |
| Passenger Volume | 49 Cu.ft. | 57 Cu.ft. | 57 Cu.ft. |
| Fuel Tank | 18.5 Gal. | 14.5 Gal. | 14.5 Gal. |
| Cost To Own | |||
| NHTSA Frontal Crash Test Ratings Edit | |||
| Passenger's | N/A | N/A | 4 |
| Driver's | N/A | N/A | 4 |
| Front Seat | N/A | N/A | 3 |
| Overall Rollover Rating | N/A | N/A | 5 |
| IIHS Frontal Offset Crash Test Ratings | |||
