2012 Mercedes-Benz SLK350

“The 2012 Mercedes-Benz SLK coupe/roadster represents the third generation of a two-seat sports car that rocked the automotive world when it unveiled the first automatic retractable hardtop in modern times,” Mercedes-Benz said in a statement. “With the top up it’s a quiet, weather-tight coupe – push a button, and 20 seconds later the car is topless. Like the retractable hardtop of the larger SL model, the rear window of the 2012 Mercedes-Benz SLK350 pivots to match the curvature of the top as it’s being lowered, providing more trunk room than ever.”

2012 Mercedes-Benz SLK350 Specification :
Vehicle Tested:
2012 Mercedes-Benz SLK
Base Price:
$55,675
Price as Tested:
$65,875
Engine:
3.5-liter V6
Gearbox:
Seven-speed automatic
Power:
302 @ 6,500
0-60 mph:
5.6 seconds
Fuel Mileage:
21.5 observed
What Works (pros):
Comfortable ride, rapid top operation, solid structure, flexible transmission.
What Needs Work (cons):
Nervous throttle calibration, pug-nose styling.