2014 Mercedes-Benz SLK-Class Overview
2014 Mercedes-Benz SLK-Class Exterior
The 2014 SLK-Class is among Mercedes’ most aggressively-designed vehicles with an imposing front fascia that features a large Mercedes badge. The standard 17-inch wheels and LED running lights create a commanding on-road presence, and an available hard-top convertible ensure that the 2014 Mercedes SLK-Class is noticed.
2014 Mercedes-Benz SLK-Class Performance
There are three available powertrains offered under the hood of the 2014 Mercedes SLK-Class. The base is a turbocharged 1.8-liter four-cylinder engine that produces 201 horsepower and 229 lb-ft of torque. The next step up is a 3.5-liter V6 that generates 302 horsepower and 273 lb-ft of torque. The elite engine in the lineup is a 5.5-liter V8 that pumps out 415 horsepower and 398 lb-ft of torque, which propels the 2014 SLK-Class from 0-60 mph in just 4.5 seconds.
2014 Mercedes-Benz SLK-Class Efficiency
The 2014 Mercedes SLK-Class’s base four-cylinder engine is among the most fuel-efficient in its class, returning 23 mpg city and 33 mpg highway. The more powerful V6 option returns a respectable 21 mpg city and 29 mpg highway, while the massive V8 returns a surprising 19 mpg city and 28 mpg highway.
2014 Mercedes-Benz SLK-Class Interior
There is no doubt that the 2014 SLK-Class is a Mercedes once you step inside. Premium materials run throughout for a luxurious feel, and for those who stick with the hardtop, the standard panoramic glass roof creates an in-cabin experience like no other. The 2014 SLK-Class also comes loaded with standard features, including automatic climate control, Bluetooth connectivity, eight-way power front seats with driver memory, and an eight-speaker sound system.
2014 Mercedes-Benz SLK-Class Safety
Standard safety features in the 2014 Mercedes-Benz SLK-Class include stability and traction control, active front head restraints, antilock brakes, rollbars, the Attention Assist driver drowsiness monitor, a comprehensive suite of airbags, and the Mercedes’ mbrace2™ emergency notification system.
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