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Mercedes-Benz SLK AMG (2004-2010) review

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Parkers overall rating: 4 out of 54.0

At a glance

Price new £51,295 - £52,840
Used prices £2,242 - £5,973
Road tax cost £415 - £735
Insurance group 47
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Fuel economy Not tested to latest standards
Range 354 miles
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Available fuel types

Petrol

Pros & cons

PROS

Thundering performance, AMG styling, superb engine, sharp handling

CONS

Not as nimble as a Porsche Boxster, slow-witted manual mode

Written by David Ross Published: 6 June 2019

Overview

Last time the Mercedes-Benz SLK received the AMG treatment, it was fitted with a supercharged 3.2-litre V6 engine. The second-generation gets a substantially larger V8. It may be badged 55 but it actually uses a normally aspirated 5.4-litre engine with 360bhp. However, thanks to the light weight of the roadster, it has superb acceleration and pace, making it great fun to drive.

The extra AMG body kit and larger wheels suit the SLK shape well and it also has some exquisite detailing inside, while build quality is second to none. It’s expensive to run, but as the ultimate SLK, it’s a superb convertible.