Mercedes-Benz SLK (R172) SLK 250 CDI (204 hp)

Diesel engine with 204 hp (150 kW) and 369 lb-ft (500 Nm), built 2012–2015, convertible body, front-wheel drive. It is the most powerful diesel version of the generation.

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Power204 hp (150 kW)
Torque369 lb-ft (500 Nm)
0–62 mph6.5 s
Top speed152 mph (244 km/h)
FuelDiesel

Specifications

Engine

Engine versionSLK 250 CDI (204 hp)
Displacement2.1 L (2,143 cm³)
Cylinders4
Cylinder layoutInline
Engine positionFront, Longitudinal
Fuel systemDiesel common rail
Compression ratio16-2
Engine systemsParticulate filter

Performance

Power204 hp (150 kW) @ 3800 rpm
Torque369 lb-ft (500 Nm) @ 1600-1800 rpm
0–62 mph (0–100 km/h)6.5 s
Top speed152 mph (244 km/h)

Fuel economy and emissions

FuelDiesel
City37 mpg (6.4-6.2 l/100 km)
Highway47 mpg (5.0-4.8 l/100 km)
CO₂ emissions208 g/mi (129-124 g/km)
Emission standardEuro 5
Fuel tank15.9 gal (60 l)

Body, dimensions and weight

Body styleConvertible
Doors2
Length162.8 in (4,134 mm)
Width71.3 in (1,810 mm)
Height51.2 in (1,301 mm)
Curb weight3,461 lb (1,570 kg)
Gross vehicle weight4,156 lb (1,885 kg)
Cargo volume7.9 cu ft (225 l)

Drivetrain and chassis

DriveFront-wheel drive
Gears6
SteeringElectric power steering
Front suspensionIndependent multi-link
Rear suspensionIndependent multi-link
Tires205/55 R16
WheelsR16
Driver assistanceABS (Anti-lock braking system)

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

  • On a diesel, check the particulate filter (DPF), the injectors and the dual-mass flywheel: they are the expensive repairs.
  • 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 (R172) engines

EngineFuelPowerCombined
SLK 200 (184 hp)Gasoline184 hp (135 kW)
SLK 200 (184 hp) G-TRONICGasoline184 hp (135 kW)
SLK 250 (204 hp)Gasoline204 hp (150 kW)
SLK 350 (306 hp) G-TRONICGasoline306 hp (225 kW)
AMG SLK 55 (422 hp) G-TRONICGasoline422 hp (310 kW)
SLK 250 CDI (204 hp) G-TRONICDiesel204 hp (150 kW)

← All Mercedes-Benz SLK (R172) engines

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