![]() As a result, from the start of series production the SLK 200 KOMPRESSOR and SLK 230 KOMPRESSOR already complied with the strict EU4 limits – limits which were not due to come into force throughout Europe until 2005. The two four-cylinder engines had been totally overhauled and readied for future European Union emission restrictions. Fuel consumption was 9.8 litres per 100 kilometres. The increase in output ensured even better performance: the SLK 230 KOMPRESSOR took just 7.2 seconds to accelerate from 0 to 100 km/h and achieved a top speed of 240 km/h. The facelifted version of the SLK 230 KOMPRESSOR had an output of 145 kW (197 hp) – compared with the previous 142 kW (193 hp) – and developed an exemplary 280 newton metres of torque from 2500 rpm. Its fuel consumption was 9.8 litres per 100 kilometres. Thanks to the supercharging, the SLK 200 KOMPRESSOR accelerated from 0 to 100 km/h in just 8.2 seconds and achieved a top speed of 223 km/h. ![]() The supercharger made its presence felt even at low engine speeds – the engine delivered its impressive maximum torque of 230 newton metres from as low as 2500 rpm and it remained constant to 4800 rpm. It replaced the non-supercharged SLK 200 and the previous 2.0-litre supercharged model which had been available in some European countries. Even the SLK 200 KOMPRESSOR, the new entry-level model, delivered an impressive 120 kW (163 hp). Other new features included stainless steel door sill panels, emblazoned with "SLK" on the four-cylinder models and with "V6" on the SLK 320.Ĭustomers were able to choose between improved four-cylinder powerplants and, for the first time, a powerful six-cylinder engine with a 3.2-litre displacement. Electric seat adjustment was now also available as an option. The sports seats had been stylistically and ergonomically revised and offered even better lateral support. The new steering wheel (diameter 380 millimetres) had narrower spokes than previously and the entire airbag section could now be used to activate the horn. Other details which upgraded the interior of the SLK in both visual and practical terms included the new leather or wood highlights in the steering wheel and shift lever, the modified instrument cluster with its larger ASSYST display (Active Service System) and the new-design, ergonomically enhanced sports seats, which were available in an electrically adjustable version as an option. The powerful colours featured on the glove compartment lid, the central area of the door panels, the seat cushions, the instrument cluster surround, the edges of the centre console, the lid of the stowage compartment between the driver and passenger seats, the shift lever and its leather gaiter and the upper, inner edges of the new-design four-spoke steering wheel. Depending on whether fabric or leather appointments were fitted, there were up to five interior colours to choose from: anthracite, merlin blue, siam beige, magma red and lotus yellow. The innovative colour scheme, which offered SLK customers plenty of scope for individuality, was perfectly on-trend. As an option the interior could be trimmed with fine wood, for example brown eucalyptus with the attractive name "calyptus linea" or black bird's-eye maple. The interior of the SLK was upgraded too: in place of the previous carbon fibre look, the centre console and door openers were now trimmed with high-quality, textured aluminium. There was also a new design for the boot lid handle with its integral lock. As on other Mercedes‑Benz models, the side indicators were now incorporated in the mirror housings. New tail lights, stainless steel tailpipe trim and a painted radiator grille were further features of the new SLK design. ![]() The choice of paint finishes had now increased from eight to ten. All of the add-on parts and the door handles were painted in vehicle colour, giving the impression that the body had been created in a single casting. The design modifications introduced with the new model year were apparent at first glance: new-design front and rear bumpers with integrated spoiler edges and reshaped side skirts reinforced the roadster's sporty attributes and created an even more powerful look. The new top-of-the-line V6 SLK 320 model was also fitted as standard with air conditioning. Mercedes‑Benz also significantly upgraded the roadster's equipment and added innovations such as the Electronic Stability Program (ESP ®), a six-speed manual transmission and cruise control with SPEEDTRONIC to the standard features. From spring 2000 the SLK continued its success story with an even sportier look and new technology on board. ![]()
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