Mercedes-Benz SLK (R171, facelift 2008) SLK 200 Kompressor (184 hp)

Gasoline engine with 184 hp (135 kW) and 184 lb-ft (250 Nm), built 2008–2011, roadster body, rear-wheel drive. The Mercedes-Benz SLK (R171, facelift 2008) has 7 more powerful gasoline versions.

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Power184 hp (135 kW)
Torque184 lb-ft (250 Nm)
0–62 mph7.6 s
Top speed147 mph (236 km/h)
FuelGasoline

Specifications

Engine

Engine versionSLK 200 Kompressor (184 hp)
Engine codeM 271.954
Displacement1.8 L (1,796 cm³)
Cylinders4
Cylinder layoutInline
Engine positionFront, Longitudinal
Valves per cylinder4
ValvetrainDOHC
Fuel systemMulti-point indirect injection
Compression ratio8-5
Bore82 mm
Stroke85 mm
Engine oil capacity5.8 qt (5.5 l)

Performance

Power184 hp (135 kW) @ 5500 rpm
Torque184 lb-ft (250 Nm) @ 2800-5000 rpm
0–62 mph (0–100 km/h)7.6 s
Top speed147 mph (236 km/h)

Fuel economy and emissions

FuelGasoline
City21 mpg (11-11.2 l/100 km)
Highway31 mpg (7.7-7.9 l/100 km)
CO₂ emissions293 g/mi (182-188 g/km)
Emission standardEuro 5
Fuel tank18.5 gal (70 l)

Body, dimensions and weight

Body styleRoadster
Doors2
Length161.7 in (4,107 mm)
Width70.0 in (1,777 mm)
Height51.0 in (1,296 mm)
Curb weight2,899 lb (1,315 kg)
Gross vehicle weight3,759 lb (1,705 kg)
Cargo volume7.3 cu ft (208 l)
Drag coefficient0.32

Drivetrain and chassis

DriveRear-wheel drive
Gears6
SteeringHydraulic power steering
Front suspensionIndependent, MacPherson strut, stabilizer bar
Rear suspensionStabilizer bar, independent multi-link
Tires205/55 R 16
Wheels7 J x 16
Driver assistanceABS (Anti-lock braking system)

What to check on a Mercedes-Benz SLK with this engine

  • On a gasoline engine, check the oil consumption, the timing chain or belt and, on turbo engines, the turbocharger.
  • Test the clutch or the automatic transmission from a cold start and in the low gears.
  • Compare the odometer with the readings in the service records and in the VIN history report: a big gap means the mileage was rolled back.

Other Mercedes-Benz SLK (R171, facelift 2008) engines

EngineFuelPowerCombined
AMG SLK 55 V8 (360 hp) 7G-TRONICGasoline360 hp (265 kW)
SLK 200 Kompressor (184 hp) AutomaticGasoline184 hp (135 kW)
SLK 280 V6 (231 hp)Gasoline231 hp (170 kW)
SLK 280 V6 (231 hp) 7G-TRONICGasoline231 hp (170 kW)
SLK 350 V6 (305 hp)Gasoline305 hp (224 kW)
SLK 350 V6 (305 hp) 7G-TRONICGasoline305 hp (224 kW)
SLK 300 V6 (231 hp)Gasoline231 hp (170 kW)
SLK 300 V6 (231 hp) 7G-TRONICGasoline231 hp (170 kW)

← All Mercedes-Benz SLK (R171, facelift 2008) engines

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