A carry-over from 2006, the SLK is a two-door two-passenger roadster offered as a SLK280 featuring a 3.0-liter V6 that produces 228 horsepower, a SLK350 with the 3.5 –liter V6 that increases the horsepower to 268, or the AMG55 that squeezes in the 5.5-liter V8 with 355 horsepower.
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Overall Results
2007 model year changes
There are no significant changes to the Mercedes-Benz SLK roadster series for 2007, after a new, more affordable SLK280 model joined the lineup for 2006.
Competitive comparison
Convenient retractable hardtop; safety; refinement and lack of interior noise; performance.
Special features for 2007
With a secure, power retractable hardtop, the 2007 Mercedes-Benz SLK-Class roadster offers more refinement and civility than budget-priced roadsters like the Mazda Miata and Pontiac Solstice, and provides a luxurious interior and performance similar to that of the larger SL-Class. It also ranks as one of the safest convertibles, with head-protective side air bags.
A carry-over from 2006, the SLK is a two-door two-passenger roadster offered as a SLK280 featuring a 3.0-liter V6 that produces 228 horsepower, a SLK350 with the 3.5 –liter V6 that increases the horsepower to 268, or the AMG55 that squeezes in the 5.5-liter V8 with 355 horsepower.