Mercedes-Benz SLK Roadster 2012 Review

In addition, the 2012 SLK-Class is pleased to present the world premiere of the vario-roof picture with Magic Sky Control, which changes between the transparency of light and darkness at the touch of a button. Exemplary efficiency and sporty come courtesy of powerful new 4 and 6 cylinder engine with excellent performance levels are more fuel efficient than its predecessors and only safety equipment 2012 SLK-Class sets new standards in this segment. With its many technical innovations, the SLK is once again the benchmark in its class. The 2012 SLK-Class sales in the U.S. spends this summer.



"The new SLK embodies the role of a pioneer like no other car," says Dr. Dieter Zetsche, Chairman of the Board of Daimler AG and Head of Mercedes-Benz. "I am convinced that thanks to its exciting design, within high quality and modesty to the gas station, it will continue to provide a huge amount of fun on the road in the future also consolidates its status as a cult roadster. "

Mercedes-Benz SLK Roadster 2012

Innovations are a part of the success story of Mercedes-Benz SLK:



• In 1996, the first generation has made headlines Vario-roof, which moved to an open roadster coupe roof fixed in a press of a button a few seconds.



• The second generation placed the warm AIRSCARF around the neck and shoulders of passengers as required, ensuring open-top fun, even in cooler temperatures.



• Now the third generation has a unique light - Panorama previews Vario roof CONTROL SKY Magic, which can quickly change the light or dark transparency push of a button.



The new Mercedes-Benz SLK-Class combines premium comfort and high quality equipment and appointments, particularly sporting style. At the same time, the new roadster is the lowest fuel consumption in its class is the segment leader in safety. Each season driving pleasure - open or closed on weekends or business trips - is firmly genes SLK.

Mercedes-Benz SLK Roadster 2012

Aesthetic is timeless sensuality characteristic of sports car.



Designers have a body adapted for the new SLK, which emphasizes the classic roadster proportions and celebrates with an exciting result. Behind the long hood is a compact cab and a short rear overhang. The SLK will attract potential clients with these important properties that characterize all the classic roadsters from Mercedes-Benz.



The first striking feature is the vertical grille stands proud and secure in the wind and brings the new Mercedes-Benz brand look. The grid shows a long bonnet and well proportioned, and its light-catching contour already alluded to the roadster features dramatic. The large radiator grille bearing the Mercedes-Benz star centrally located, highly visible and seem shaped chrome fin in the front. Clearly defined headlamps complete the look of the face of the new SLK is similar to the legendary 190 SL of 1950, which is considered by many as the original "SLK". However, the designers did not only focus on the past with the front of the new SLK, but also intentionally created a strong visual link with the Gullwing model the new Mercedes-Benz SLS AMG '"and the new CLS.

Mercedes-Benz SLK Roadster 201

Influencing the result of an extremely detailed is that, despite the more surprising, more dramatic in the front and a larger frontal area, Cd value was reduced to just 0.30 - a great achievement (the predecessor of the value of Cx 0.32).



The timeless, classic shape of the profile page of a classic roadster proportions with the expression of the aesthetics of the highest caliber and is a visual guide to the sportiness and driving pleasure in stock. Details show the care that has made the Mercedes-Benz designers. For example, molding hides the common trunk, so that the page limit does not get in the same way, because it is not usually the same roof design. Vent chrome grille reminiscent of the famous Fender ENG Mercedes-Benz roadster of 1950. The new SLK they are the ideal starting point for the feature line that runs Fender muscle back, with light and shadow to add the beauty and timeless style of web sites. At the top of the headlights of the same width - which is the first time that boast all-LED technology - also seems to feature the power line.

Mercedes-Benz SLK Roadster 2012

Interior with a pure and beautiful style.



Despite the more compact in its class, the 2012 SLK has generous interior dimensions. To achieve this, designers have developed offers the inside of the driver and passenger the highest degree of quality and pure precision. The interior features sporty elegance and authentic quality materials that have been treated with perfect precision and craftsmanship. Standard brushed aluminum that covers the center console, the seat can be ordered as an option in high gloss dark brown walnut. Four round air vents built into the dashboard metal emphasize that this model actually belongs to the family Mercedes-Benz sports car, its shape is a nod to the SLS.



The SLK is a generous selection of horse-board computer display. Color display for communication and entertainment functions are placed at the center of the dashboard, and is easy to read both the driver and passenger.



Other pieces of high quality equipment including a multifunction sport steering wheel with flat bottom section and a crown of thick leather, leather reflects sunlight more available that significantly reduces seat temperature, ambient light

Mercedes-Benz SLK Roadster 2012 interior

Individual systems: MAGIC SKY CONTROL.



For the first time Mercedes-Benz offers a choice of three variants of lightweight retractable roof for the new SLK: in seconds, this function transforms the roadster into a coupé with "permanent" tag at the touch of a button - and vice versa:



• standard version has a roof to match the car.



• An optional panoramic Vario-roof with dark tinted glass.



• The third option is a world first - the panorama roof with Vario-CONTROL Magic Sky. The glass roof goes light or dark with a push of a button. In light mode, it is virtually transparent, offering an outdoor experience, even in cold weather. In her dark state by providing welcome shade and prevents the inside of global solar radiation. In other words, a pleasant touch of a button.



AIRGUIDE innovative wind-stop system.



A comfortable alternative to conventional wind stop is a new integral wind rotation for the 2012 SLK, invented by engineers at Mercedes-Benz aerodynamics. It consists of layers of plastic rotation in the posterior wall of the anti-roll bars. The driver or the passenger can turn in the center of the vehicle in an instant, so tame turbulent air flow.



Spirit and efficiency.



There will be two models of the 2012 SLK is available in its first year, both driven by direct injection engines. The completely redesigned V6 engine in the SLK350 develops 302 hp from its 3498-cc displacement, use this power to accelerate to 5.4 (estimated) seconds from 0 to 60 mph (top speed 155 mph). Its fuel late in the model year, selling SLK250 with four-cylinder engine develops 201 hp from a displacement of 1796 cubic centimeters.



SLK250 comes standard with a 6-speed manual, and consumes about 27 mpg (combined). From a dead reached 60 mph in 6.5 seconds, and reaches a top speed of 155 mph.



Suspension for closer relationship with the road.



Sports suspension with firmer springs and shock absorbers ensure a sporty driving experience. In addition, the Direct-Steer system offers more maneuverability and agility, while reducing the physical effort required and the parking areas.



While riding the emotional, the Torque Vectoring Brake specified for the production of rotation around the vertical axis of the vehicle in a fraction of a second brake selectively implemented within the rear wheel. This leads to the stabilization of the SLK, uncompromising, and guide the curve accurately and effectively.



The intelligent use of materials and high levels of security.



The new SLK is upgraded body with fenders and aluminum hood now.



The 2012 Mercedes-Benz SLK also sets new standards in terms of security. The third generation of this icon is used a variety of support systems to help drivers, including drowsiness detection system Attention Assist, developed by Mercedes-Benz as standard equipment. Is available by special order with ° DISTRONIC PLUS PRE-SAFE braking, which can delay independently in the case of imminent safety requirements.



An optional lighting package, which is not only a system for cleaning headlights, cornering lights as well as active.



In 2012, the SLK-Class debuts in U.S. showroom was 2011.