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2015 Mercedes-Benz AMG SLK 55

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Rating7.8

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Subcompact Convertible
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$70,850
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Nathan Dyer 

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Updated on November 3, 2023

ProsConsWhat's New

A highly powerful V8 engine delivers stupendous acceleration

Limited rear visibility

It sees a no-cost painted roof panel for the retractable hardtop

Comparatively larger trunk

Headroom can be a bit limited for some people

Well crafted interior

Specs & Features

$70,850

price

415 hp @ 6800 rpm

horsepower

398 lb.-ft. @ 4500 rpm

torque

7-Speed Shiftable Automatic

transmission

5.5L 8cyl RWD 7A

engine

-

basic warranty

Overview

Competing in the compact convertible segment, the 2015 Mercedes-Benz AMG SLK 55 Convertible is a direct competitor to the Audi S5 Convertible, the Porsche Boxster Spyder Convertible, and the BMW Z4 sDrive35is Convertible. The AMG SLK 55 starts off at an MSRP of $70,850, with one trim in the lineup. Each trim is offered with a 5.5L V8 engine and a seven-speed automatic transmission, producing 415 horsepower and 398 lb-ft of torque. Through this powertrain, the AMG SLK 55 manages a 0-60 of 4.5 seconds and a combined fuel economy of 22 MPG. 

Buying Advice

You get only one option for the SLK 55 AMG, as it happens to be the flagship sports version of the standard SLK with more power at your disposal. Some options that might intrigue are the AMG Handling package and AMG Carbon Styling. The AMG Handling package adds higher top speed, different 18-inch wheels, an upgraded steering wheel with simulated suede grip inserts, a limited-slip differential, and an upgraded suspension, while the AMG Carbon Styling package adds Carbon fiber trims, AMG performance steering wheel, gloss black wheels and body trim.

Trims

    Base
    $70,850 onwards
    • 18-Inch wheels
    • 8-way power heated front seats
    • Auto dimming heated outside mirrors
    • Automatic climate control
    • Cruise control
    • Harman Kardon premium audio system
    • Leatherette upholstery

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7.8
2015 Mercedes-Benz AMG SLK 55

Price

$70,850

Engine

Gasoline

Rating

7.79

Horsepower

415 hp @ 6800 rpm

Torque

398 lb.-ft. @ 4500 rpm

Capacity

2

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Gasoline

7.44

240 hp @ 5000 rpm

260 lb.-ft. @ 1450 rpm

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7.5
2015 Mercedes-Benz SLK-Class

$43,950- $57,650

Gasoline

7.47

201 hp @ 5500 rpm

229 lb.-ft. @ 2000 rpm

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2015 Mercedes-Benz AMG SLK 55 vs competitor's 0-60

    Car Name
    0-60 MPH
    Quarter Mile
    Top Speed
    		SourceCompare
    		4.4 sec--
    2015 BMW Z4

    Ranked #2

    		5.4 sec14.0 sec130 mph
    		7.7 sec14.7 sec170 mph
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    2015 Mercedes-Benz AMG SLK 55 vs competitor's MPG

      Car Name
      MPG City
      MPG Highway
      MPG Combined
      Fuel Tank Capacity
      Range (C/H)
      		SourceCompare
      		19 mpg28 mpg22 mpg18.5 gal.351.5/518 mi.
      		22 mpg32 mpg26 mpg18.5 gal.407/592 mi.
      2015 BMW Z4

      Ranked #1

      		22 mpg34 mpg26 mpg14.5 gal.319/493 mi.

      2015 Mercedes-Benz AMG SLK 55 vs competitor's dimensions

        Car Name
        Length
        Width
        Height
        Ground Clearance
        Wheelbase
        		SourceCompare
        		163.2 in.71.5 in.51.2 in.4 in.95.7 in.
        2015 BMW Z4

        Ranked #1

        		166.9 in.70.5 in.50.8 in.5 in.98.3 in.
        		162.8 in.71.5 in.51.2 in.4 in.95.7 in.

        2015 Mini Cooper

        Ranked #4

        		146.6 in.66.3 in.55.7 in.5.5 in.97.1 in.

        2015 Mercedes-Benz AMG SLK 55 vs competitor's trunk space

          Car Name
          Trunk Capacity
          Passenger Volume
          Max Trunk Volume
          		SourceCompare
          		10.1 cu.ft.48.8 cu.ft.10.1 cu.ft.
          2015 BMW Z4

          Ranked #1

          		8 cu.ft.164.4 cu.ft.8 cu.ft.
          		10.1 cu.ft.48.8 cu.ft.10.1 cu.ft.

          2015 Mercedes-Benz AMG SLK 55 vs competitor's cargo space

            Car Name
            Cargo Volume
            Cargo Volume w/ Seat Area
            Max Cargo Volume
            		SourceCompare
            		10.1 cu.ft.10.1 cu.ft.10.1 cu.ft.
            		121.4 cu.ft.10.1 cu.ft.10.1 cu.ft.
            2015 BMW Z4

            Ranked #3

            		150 cu.ft.8 cu.ft.8 cu.ft.

            2015 Mercedes-Benz AMG SLK 55 vs competitor's towing capacity

              Car Name
              Payload Capacity
              Weight
              		SourceCompare
              		628 lbs.3583 lbs.
              2015 BMW Z4

              Ranked #1

              		562 lbs.3263 lbs.
              		705 lbs.3241 lbs.

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