PROS
- Seriously fast
- Engine sounds great
- Fairly competitive running costs
- Lots of standard kit
CONS
- Slow roof operation
- Small boot
- Not as engaging as main rival
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Thundering performance, AMG styling, superb engine, sharp handling
Not as nimble as a Porsche Boxster, slow-witted manual mode
Neat styling, good quality interior, refined with roof down
More powerful models are expensive to run, poor manual gearbox, no diesel option
Traditional engineering makes the SLK a used buyer's DIY delight
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