Mercedes-Benz SLK (R171) SLK 350 V6 (272 hp) 7G-TRONIC

Gasoline engine with 272 hp (200 kW) and 258 lb-ft (350 Nm), built 2004–2007, roadster body, rear-wheel drive. The Mercedes-Benz SLK (R171) has 1 more powerful gasoline version.

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Power272 hp (200 kW)
Torque258 lb-ft (350 Nm)
0–62 mph5.5 s
Top speed155 mph (250 km/h, Electronically limited)
FuelGasoline

Specifications

Engine

Engine versionSLK 350 V6 (272 hp) 7G-TRONIC
Engine codeM 272.963
Displacement3.5 L (3,498 cm³)
Cylinders6
Cylinder layoutV-engine
Engine positionFront, Longitudinal
Valves per cylinder4
ValvetrainDOHC
Fuel systemMulti-point indirect injection
Compression ratio10-7
Bore92.9 mm
Stroke86 mm
Engine oil capacity8.5 qt (8 l)

Performance

Power272 hp (200 kW) @ 6000 rpm
Torque258 lb-ft (350 Nm) @ 2400-5000 rpm
0–62 mph (0–100 km/h)5.5 s
Top speed155 mph (250 km/h, Electronically limited)

Fuel economy and emissions

FuelGasoline
City17 mpg (14.2 l/100 km)
Highway23 mpg (10.1 l/100 km)
CO₂ emissions389 g/mi (242 g/km)
Emission standardEuro 4
Fuel tank18.5 gal (70 l)

Body, dimensions and weight

Body styleRoadster
Doors2
Length161.0 in (4,089 mm)
Width70.4 in (1,788 mm)
Height51.1 in (1,298 mm)
Curb weight3,064 lb (1,390 kg)
Gross vehicle weight3,924 lb (1,780 kg)
Cargo volume7.3 cu ft (208 l)
Drag coefficient0.32

Drivetrain and chassis

DriveRear-wheel drive
SteeringHydraulic power steering
Front suspensionIndependent, MacPherson strut, stabilizer bar
Rear suspensionStabilizer bar, independent multi-link
TiresFront wheel tires: 225/45 R 17 91 W\; Rear wheel tires: 245/40 R 17 91 W
WheelsFront wheel rims: 7.5 J x 17 H 2\; Rear wheel rims: 8.5 J x 17 H 2
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) engines

EngineFuelPowerCombined
SLK 200 Kompressor (163 hp)Gasoline163 hp (120 kW)
SLK 200 Kompressor (163 hp) AutomaticGasoline163 hp (120 kW)
AMG SLK 55 V8 (360 hp) 7G-TRONICGasoline360 hp (265 kW)
SLK 350 V6 (272 hp)Gasoline272 hp (200 kW)
SLK 280 V6 (231 hp)Gasoline231 hp (170 kW)
SLK 280 V6 (231 hp) 7G-TRONICGasoline231 hp (170 kW)

← All Mercedes-Benz SLK (R171) engines

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