Mercedes-Benz SLK vs. Mercedes-Benz SLR
iSeeCars' unbiased and data-driven comparison of the Mercedes-Benz SLK and Mercedes-Benz SLR contrasts the two cars across a broad spectrum of vehicle specifications to determine which car is better. In addition to comparing pricing and specs, iSeeCars uses all the ratings, rankings, and insights from its comprehensive analyses of each vehicle model, including calculations of reliability, safety, depreciation, value retention, and the vehicle's projected lifetime recalls (based on analyzing over 25 billion data points). This in-depth evaluation is used to identify which vehicle represents a better overall choice for shoppers who are considering both the Mercedes-Benz SLK and the Mercedes-Benz SLR.
When comparing the Mercedes-Benz SLK's and the Mercedes-Benz SLR's specifications and ratings, the Mercedes-Benz SLK has the advantage in the areas of fuel efficiency and interior volume. The Mercedes-Benz SLR has the advantage in the area of base engine power. Based on this comparison of the Mercedes-Benz SLK's and the Mercedes-Benz SLR's specifications and ratings, the Mercedes-Benz SLK is a better car than the Mercedes-Benz SLR.
Engine Power and Fuel Efficiency Comparison: For engine performance, the Mercedes-Benz SLK’s base engine makes 228 horsepower, and the Mercedes-Benz SLR base engine makes 617 horsepower. The SLK is rated to deliver an average of 20 miles per gallon, with a highway range of 481 miles. The SLR is rated to deliver an average of 13 miles per gallon, with a highway range of 410 miles. This gives the Mercedes-Benz SLK the fuel efficiency and maximum range advantage over the Mercedes-Benz SLR. Both models use gasoline.
Passenger Space Comparison: The Mercedes-Benz SLK has the advantage of offering more interior volume, reflected in more front head room. The Mercedes-Benz SLR has the advantage in the areas of front leg room cargo space.
New Car Pricing
Asking Price:
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Starting MSRP:
$44,950
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Asking Price:
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Starting MSRP:
$495,000
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Used Car Pricing
Avg Used Car Price:
$14,925
Price Range:
$8,499 - $22,530
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Mercedes-Benz SLK Scores & Rankings
Overall Score:
Not available
Reliability:
Not available
Retained Value:
Not available
Safety:
Not available
Mercedes-Benz SLR Scores & Rankings
Overall Score:
Not available
Reliability:
Not available
Retained Value:
Not available
Safety:
Not available
iSeeCars Reliability Insights for Mercedes-Benz SLK
Remaining Life Expectancy (years):
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iSeeCars Reliability Insights for Mercedes-Benz SLR
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Expected 30-year Lifetime Recalls
Expected Lifetime Recalls:
1.9
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N/A
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Expected 30-year Lifetime Recalls
Expected Lifetime Recalls:
1.3
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N/A
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Mercedes-Benz SLK Rankings
Not yet available
Mercedes-Benz SLR Rankings
Available Body Styles
Convertible
Available Body Styles
Convertible
Available Drivetrain Options
Gasoline
Available Drivetrain Options
Gasoline
Mercedes-Benz SLK Trim Levels
SLK 300, SLK 350, SLK 55 AMG
Mercedes-Benz SLR Trim Levels
SLR McLaren
Warranty Information
Warranty, Bumper-to-Bumper:
4 years / 50000 miles
Warranty, Powertrain:
4 years / 50000 miles
Warranty, Roadside Assistance:
Warranty Information
Warranty, Bumper-to-Bumper:
4 years / 50000 miles
Warranty, Powertrain:
4 years / 50000 miles
Warranty, Roadside Assistance:
Safety Ratings
NHTSA Safety Rating (last 5 year average):
Not yet available
2025 NHTSA Overall Rating:
Not yet available
2025 NHTSA Front Crash Overall Rating:
Not yet available
2025 NHTSA Side Crash Overall Rating:
Not yet available
2025 NHTSA Rollover Rating:
Not yet available
IIHS Safety Rating:
Not yet available
Safety Ratings
NHTSA Safety Rating (last 5 year average):
Not yet available
2025 NHTSA Overall Rating:
Not yet available
2025 NHTSA Front Crash Overall Rating:
Not yet available
2025 NHTSA Side Crash Overall Rating:
Not yet available
2025 NHTSA Rollover Rating:
Not yet available
IIHS Safety Rating:
Not yet available
Base Drivetrain Specs
Horsepower:
228 hp @ 6000 rpm
Torque:
221 foot-lbs @ 2700 rpm
Power-to-Weight Ratio (higher is better):
0.071 hp per pound
Base Drivetrain Specs
Horsepower:
617 hp @ 6500 rpm
Torque:
575 foot-lbs @ 3250 rpm
Power-to-Weight Ratio (higher is better):
0.160 hp per pound
Engine Specifications
Engine Size:
3 liters
Engine Configuration:
V
Number of Cylinders:
6
Transmission:
Manual
Standard/Optional Drivetrain Type:
RWD
EPA Fuel Economy
(City/Highway/Combined MPG):
17 / 26 / 20
Range (city/hwy):
315 / 481 miles
Recommended Fuel Type:
Gasoline
Engine Specifications
Engine Size:
5.5 liters
Engine Configuration:
V
Number of Cylinders:
8
Transmission:
Automatic
Standard/Optional Drivetrain Type:
RWD
EPA Fuel Economy
(City/Highway/Combined MPG):
12 / 16 / 13
Range (city/hwy):
307 / 410 miles
Recommended Fuel Type:
Gasoline
Standard/Optional Features
Bluetooth:
Standard
Keyless Entry:
Standard
Keyless Ignition:
Standard
Leather Upholstery:
Standard
Navigation System:
Standard
Roadside assistance:
Standard
Satellite radio:
Standard
Alloy wheels:
Available
Heated Seats
Available
Paddle Shifters:
Available
Sunroof/Moonroof:
Available
Voice Recognition:
Available
Adaptive Cruise Control:
N/A
Air Suspension:
N/A
Android Auto:
N/A
Apple CarPlay:
N/A
Automatic Parking:
N/A
Bench Seats:
N/A
Captain's seat:
N/A
Cooled/Ventilated Seats:
N/A
Front Bench Seats:
N/A
Heated Steering Wheel:
N/A
Internet Radio:
N/A
Massage Seats:
N/A
Panoramic Sunroof/Moonroof
N/A
Parking Sensors:
N/A
Power Lift Gate:
N/A
Power outlet:
N/A
Quad Seats:
N/A
Roof Rack:
N/A
Trailer Hitch:
N/A
Wifi:
N/A
Wireless Smartphone Charging:
N/A
Standard/Optional Features
Bluetooth:
Standard
Keyless Entry:
Standard
Keyless Ignition:
N/A
Leather Upholstery:
Standard
Navigation System:
Standard
Roadside assistance:
Standard
Satellite radio:
N/A
Alloy wheels:
Available
Heated Seats
N/A
Paddle Shifters:
Standard
Sunroof/Moonroof:
N/A
Voice Recognition:
N/A
Adaptive Cruise Control:
N/A
Air Suspension:
N/A
Android Auto:
N/A
Apple CarPlay:
N/A
Automatic Parking:
N/A
Bench Seats:
N/A
Captain's seat:
N/A
Cooled/Ventilated Seats:
N/A
Front Bench Seats:
N/A
Heated Steering Wheel:
N/A
Internet Radio:
N/A
Massage Seats:
N/A
Panoramic Sunroof/Moonroof
N/A
Parking Sensors:
N/A
Power Lift Gate:
N/A
Power outlet:
N/A
Quad Seats:
N/A
Roof Rack:
N/A
Trailer Hitch:
N/A
Wifi:
N/A
Wireless Smartphone Charging:
N/A
Safety Features
360-Degree Camera:
N/A
Backup camera:
N/A
Blind Spot Monitoring:
N/A
Driver Attention Monitoring:
N/A
Forward Collision Warning:
N/A
Lane Departure Warning:
N/A
Lane Keeping Assist:
N/A
Pedestrian Detection:
N/A
Rear Cross-Traffic Alert:
N/A
Rear Seat Reminder:
N/A
Safety Features
360-Degree Camera:
N/A
Backup camera:
N/A
Blind Spot Monitoring:
N/A
Driver Attention Monitoring:
N/A
Forward Collision Warning:
N/A
Lane Departure Warning:
N/A
Lane Keeping Assist:
N/A
Pedestrian Detection:
N/A
Rear Cross-Traffic Alert:
N/A
Rear Seat Reminder:
N/A
Interior Dimensions
Front Head Room:
37.9 inches
Front Leg Room:
42.5 inches
Front Shoulder Room:
52.2 inches
Rear Head Room:
Not yet available
Rear Leg Room:
Not yet available
Rear Shoulder Room:
Not yet available
Cargo Space:
6.5 cubic feet
Overall Interior Volume:
49.0 cubic feet
Interior Dimensions
Front Head Room:
36.1 inches
Front Leg Room:
44.2 inches
Front Shoulder Room:
Not yet available
Rear Head Room:
Not yet available
Rear Leg Room:
Not yet available
Rear Shoulder Room:
Not yet available
Cargo Space:
7.2 cubic feet
Overall Interior Volume:
48.0 cubic feet
Exterior Dimensions
Curb Weight:
3208 lbs
Width:
70.4 inches
Height:
51.1 inches
Length:
161.5 inches
Wheelbase:
95.7 inches
Ground Clearance:
Not yet available
Exterior Dimensions
Curb Weight:
3850 lbs
Width:
75.1 inches
Height:
49.3 inches
Length:
183.3 inches
Wheelbase:
106.3 inches
Ground Clearance:
Not yet available
Standard Wheel/Tire Information
Wheel Size:
Not yet available
Wheel Type:
Not yet available
Tire Size:
Not yet available
Standard Wheel/Tire Information
Wheel Size:
Not yet available
Wheel Type:
Not yet available
Tire Size:
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Exterior Colors
Black
Black / Obsidian Black Metallic
Blue
Capri Blue Metallic / Orion Blue Metallic
Gray
Hampton Sand Metallic / Pewter Metallic
Red
Mars Red / Storm Red Metallic
Silver
Iridium Silver Metallic / Palladium Silver Metallic
White
Arctic White
Beige
Not available
Brown
Not available
Green
Not available
Exterior Colors
Black
Galaxite Black / Picotite Black / Pure Black
Blue
Amazonite Blue / Covelline Blue / Digenite Blue
Gray
Antimony Gray / Osminium Grey / Palladium Grey
Red
Not available
Silver
Laurite Silver
White
Alabaster White
Beige
Coronadite Gray
Brown
Cassiterite Black
Green
Fayalite Green
Interior Colors
Beige
Natural Beige Premium Leather
Black
Black Leather
Gray
Ash Leather / Beige Leather
Red
Red Leather
Blue
Not available
Brown
Not available
Green
Not available
Silver
Not available
Interior Colors
Beige
Beige / Copper / Pastel Yellow / Sand
Black
Black / Semi-Aniline Black
Gray
Graphite Green
Red
300 SL Red
Blue
Dark Pacific Blue / Royal Blue
Brown
Light Brown / Tobacco Brown
Green
Green
Silver
Silver
