Mercedes-Benz SLK-Class R170 facelift (2001–2004)

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R170 facelift (2001–2004), 2001–2003. Gasoline · 2.3 L · 185 hp · 6-speed manual · Rear-Wheel Drive. 0–60 mph in 7.0 s and top speed 149 mph.

R170 facelift (2001–2004) 2001 - 2003
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Engine type
Gasoline
Engine volume
2.3 L
Horsepower
185
Torque
200 lb-ft
Transmission
6-speed manual
Drive
Rear-Wheel Drive
0–60 mph
7.0 s
Top speed
149 mph
Curb weight
3031 lbs
Wheelbase
2400 mm
Dimensions
4049 × 1745 × 1270 mm

General information

Vehicle class Sports car
Doors 2
Seats 2
Steering side Left-hand drive

Dimensions

Length 4049 mm
Width 1745 mm
Height 1270 mm
Wheelbase 2400 mm

Volume and weight

Fuel tank capacity 15.9 gal
Curb weight 3031 lbs

Engine

Engine type Gasoline
Engine position Front
Engine volume 2.3 L
Aspiration Supercharged
Horsepower 185 hp
Torque 200 lb-ft
Cylinders 4
Valves per cylinder 4
Fuel system Sequential multi-point fuel injection
Compression ratio 8.8
Bore and stroke 3.19 x 3.62 in
Valvetrain DOHC

Transmission

Transmission 6-speed manual
Drive Rear-Wheel Drive

Performance

Top speed 149 mph
0–60 mph 7.0 s
Fuel type Premium unleaded (required)

Suspension and brakes

Front suspension Independent
Rear suspension Independent
Front brakes Ventilated disc
Rear brakes Ventilated disc

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