Mercedes-Benz R171

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Mercedes-Benz R171

Manufacturer	DaimlerChrysler
Production	2005–
Predecessor	Mercedes-Benz R170
Class	Sports car, Roadster
Body style	2-door retractable hardtop

R171 represents the second generation of Mercedes-Benz SLK. Compared with the R170, R171 is larger.

The Mercedes-Benz SLK-Class is a luxury roadster built by the German manufacturer Mercedes-Benz since 1997. The name was chosen to reflect the company's intentions for the car - that it be Sportlich (sporty), Leicht (light), and Kompakt (compact). There have been two generations of SLK cars from Mercedes-Benz.

The vehicle is perhaps most famous for its retractable hardtop. While it did not pioneer it, the SLK revived its usage in modern automobiles. It was soon followed by the Peugeot 206cc, Lexus SC 430 and the Mercedes-Benz SL-Class.

The SLK was updated in 2004 with a new Formula One-inspired appearance and serious performance. The new R171-platform SLK was again on Car and Driver's Ten Best list for 2005, and it won the Canadian Car of the Year Best New Convertible award. Highlighting its potential appeal to women, New Zealand's Lucire magazine announced it as its 'Car to Be Seen in' for 2005. The current SLK is built in Bremen, Germany.

1 Technical Specifications
2 Options
3 AMG Models
4 Popular Modifications
5 Popular Tuners
6 Unverified rumours
7 External links

[edit] Technical Specifications

Weight is around 3400 lbs.

Current models in the R171 range and year of introduction:

SLK 200K,

2004 R171.422 engine: M271.944, 9.5:1 compression

SLK 280, 170 kW (228 hp)

2005 R171.454 engine: M272.942, 11.3:1 compression

SLK 350, 200 kW (268 hp)

2004 R171.456 engine: M272.963, 10.7:1 compression

SLK 55 AMG, 265 kW (355 hp)

2004 R171.473 engine: M113.989, 11.0:1 compression

SLK 55 AMG Black Series, 294 kW (400 hp)

2006

(engine numbers from SLKworld.com member Tslick)

[edit] Options

Mercedes SLK (R171)

AirScarf: Heated air directed from the headrest to the back of the neck.
Audio20: Basic Audio System
HK Audio: Harmon Kardon Speakers
CD Changer: 6 Disk
"COMAND" (prounounced as Command)
Navigation
Sirius (US Only): Satellite Radio
Designo: Special Paint colours and leathers, choices and prices depend on region/
Lighting Package: Xenon headlights with headlight washers and Auto leveling
Parktronic (limited markets): Parking aid/sensors
Heated Seats
Handsfree Phone
Ipod integration
Audio input
Automatic Wipers
8 way Powerseats
7 Speed Automatic versus standard 6 Speed Manual
Tirepressure sensors
Cigarette tray and lighter on the console (standard depending on market)
Cup holders on the dash (standard in some markets)
Klimatronic: digitally adjusted dual zone HVAC, instead of the standard knob controlled system.
AMG Sport Package (Body kit, wheels, and springs)
Sport Edition (limited markets, not offered for SLK 55)
Performance Package (AMG 030 Package, only for the SLK 55)
10 year Anniversary Package (special paint colour, red trim on the interior)

[edit] AMG Models

Mercedes SLK 55 AMG (R171)

SLK 55

0-60 MPH quoted at 4.9 seconds but individuals have reported times of under 4.6 seconds. (Car & Driver Magazine tested the car and got 0-60 mph of 4.3 seconds)

Increased brake capacity

External Engine Oil cooler

Lowered/Stiffened Suspension

AMG Body Kit

Chrome accented Fog lights

Napa leather interior

Modified AMG 7G-tronic transmission

Quad Exhaust

Smoked tailights and [CHMSL]

SLK 55 Sport/030/P30 (an option package on top of the standard SLK 55 AMG)

Nurgbring Suspension

Improved Pads and Rotors

Carbon fibre accents

19 inch rims

Upgraded steering wheel

AMG has now released several new Models, not yet available in the USA (as of November 2006)

SLK 55 Track Sport
SLK 55 Asia Cup
SLK 55 'Safety Car'
SLK 55 Black Series

400 hp (294 kw), 520 NM

Improved Headers and ECU chip

Fixed Carbon fibre roof

19 inch Forged wheels

Racing shell seats

Additional Oil Coolers for Transmission and Steering

Carbon fibre front Fenders with additional Vents

(information from Official Site at AMG: http://www.mercedes-amg.com/privatelounge/)

[edit] Popular Modifications

Roof controller

allows roof to be opened and closed by remote and while driving without holding down the button.

LED lights: License plate lights, signal indicators, etcetera.
CHMSL flasher (Third Brake Light Flasher): Flashes the Center LED light in strobe or pulses.
Windblocker: car comes with a fabric mesh to put between the rollbars to block the wind. Mercedes-Benz offers a clip on plexiglass one as an option/accesory, however there are many other companies offering bolt on options.
Tint films/Hazed Glass
Rims
Sport air filters: can be ordered from the factory as a special option in some countries, also many aftermarket options available.

[edit] Popular Tuners

BRABUS
KLEEMAN
RENNTECH
Vaeth
AMG

[edit] Unverified rumours

According to Automobile Magazine, based in Ann Arbor, Michigan, a hatchback-coupe version should be available in 2009, possibly with an SLK63 AMG variant with the new 6.2L (advertised as 6.3 by Mercedes-Benz) DOHC V8 made by AMG.