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SLK55 AMG



2010 SLK55 AMG

With a 5.5 Liter V8 engine lurking beneath the hood and a retractable hardtop, the 2010 SLK55 AMG was designed for exhilaration, without compromising classic style and sumptuous refinement.
MSRP: $66,650

Sporty refinement in its purest form: follow your urge for performance in a roadster bred for the racetrack. With the AMG 5.5 Liter naturally aspirated V8 engine lurking beneath the hood and a retractable hardtop that opens in just 22 seconds, the 2010 SLK55 AMG was designed for exhilaration, without compromising classic style and sumptuous refinement.

The 2010 SLK55 AMG is now even more dynamic: a V8 engine and AMG SPEEDSHIFT 7G-TRONIC transmission now offers even faster gear changes. The handling dynamics have also been sharpened, featuring a new direct steering with variable servo assistance that makes the 355 hp two-seater even more agile and responsive. Finally, the design of this unique roadster has been enhanced with a new front apron and dark-tinted headlamps give this unique eight-cylinder roadster an even more athletic look even at a standstill.

Engine Specifications
Configuration-----------------------AMG 5.5L V8
Horsepower-------------------------355 hp @ 5,750 rpm
Torque-------------------------------376 lb-ft @ 4,000 rpm
Displacement-----------------------5,4339 cc

Drivetrain
Transmission------------------------AMG SPEEDSHIFT PLUS 7-speed automatic
Drive Configuration----------------2WD (rear wheel drive)

Traction & Stability
Electronic Stability Program (ESP)

Dimension & Weight
Exterior
Wheelbase--------------------------95.7 in.
Overall length/height/width----161.5 in./50 in./70.6 in.
Curb wight--------------------------3,472 lbs.

Interior
Headroom--------------------------37.9
Legroom----------------------------41.7 in./34.4 in.

Wheels & Tires
Standard Wheels------------------18" AMG twin 5-spoke (7.5x18 front/8.5x18 rear)
Standard tires---------------------225/40 R18 front, 245/35 R18 rear, high-performance

Capacity
Trunk capacity Top up/down)-9.8 / 6.5 cu. ft.
Fuel tank-------------------------18.5 gallons

Performance
Acceleration (0-60 mph)-------4.9 sec.
Fuel economy (city/highway)-14 mpg/22mpg
Turning circle--------------------34.5 ft.

Brakes
Braking system------------------Dual-circuit hydraulic braking system
Anti-Lock Braking System-----ABS senses impending wheel lockup under heavy braking
Brake Assist (BAS)--------------BAS senses emergency braking via speed