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Mercedes-Benz SLK-Class

R1701998–2000

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slk230 kompressor ↗5-speed manual · 2001–2004Gasoline · 2.3 L · 185 hp185 hpRear-Wheel Drive
slk320 ↗6-speed manual · 2001–2004Gasoline · 3.2 L · 215 hp215 hpRear-Wheel Drive
slk32 amg ↗5-speed automatic · 2002–2004Gasoline · 3.2 L · 349 hp349 hpRear-Wheel Drive
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The original Mercedes-Benz SLK-Class R170 introduced the compact two-seat retractable-hardtop roadster concept and launched the nameplate in the U.S. market. It was sold with four- and six-cylinder engines, including AMG variants, and established the SLK as Mercedes-Benz's entry roadster.

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