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Mercedes-Benz SLK Roadster review
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At a glance
Price new | £28,560 - £41,920 |
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Used prices | £1,137 - £5,257 |
Road tax cost | £335 - £710 |
Insurance group | 37 - 45 |
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Fuel economy | Not tested to latest standards |
Range | 400 - 554 miles |
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Available fuel types
Petrol
Pros & cons
Neat styling, good quality interior, refined with roof down
More powerful models are expensive to run, poor manual gearbox, no diesel option
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Overview
The Mercedes-Benz SLK is a feel-good convertible. Every one of its engines is a pleasure to drive, it looks stunning and has a party-piece in its folding metal roof. Inside it’s well built, comfortable and well equipped. As a result it’s been a hit for Mercedes-Benz and used prices have stayed high. But while it’s undoubtedly desirable, the more powerful models are expensive to run and the manual gearbox – standard on smaller engined versions – isn’t pleasant to use.
Plus in terms of driver involvement it can’t match the likes of the Porsche Boxster. But for refinement and style – few convertibles come close.