The New Mercedes Benz SLK AMG Performance Package
Published: 27th December 2007
The New Mercedes Benz SLK AMG
Functional interior with new AMG instrument cluster
In the functional and sporty interior of the SLK 55 AMG, the new AMG ergonomic sports steering wheel with its three-spoke design gives a visual hint of the direct steering feature. The grip area is specially shaped and lined with perforated leather, while the vertical spoke is embellished by a silver-coloured insert. Two aluminium AMG shift paddles allow manual gear selection.
The AMG instrument cluster with a 180 mph speedometer scale, silver/red needles and AMG lettering also has a new look, and the new graphics ensure that vehicle speed and rpm are even more easily legible. In "M" mode, the AMG main menu is able to display the currently selected gear including an upshift recommendation, as well as the engine oil temperature, the battery voltage or the RACETIMER. The AMG sports seats with their special upholstery layout feature pronounced side bolsters for improved lateral support when cornering at speed; Alcantara inserts in the shoulder areas improve this lateral support even further. Fine nappa leather upholstery is part of the standard appointments of the SLK 55 AMG. It is available in a choice of four attractive colours, with a stylish combination of black/gullwing red as a new entrant to the range.
Performance package for the driver with racing ambitions
The AMG performance package is available for the SLK 55 AMG on request. This package developed by the AMG PERFORMANCE STUDIO incorporates even higher-performance components. The result is an ultra-exciting driving experience for sports car enthusiasts who sometimes like to put their AMG model through its paces on the racetrack.
The AMG performance package for the
Mercedes Benz SLK 55 AMG consists of:
- AMG high-performance braking system with internally ventilated and perforated composite brake discs, size 360 x 32 mm, with six-piston fixed callipers at the front
- Internally ventilated and perforated brake discs, size 330 x 26 mm, with four-piston fixed callipers at the rear
- 18-inch AMG multi-piece light-alloy wheels in a twin-spoke design, size
7.5 x 18 with tyre size 225/40 R 18 (front) and size 8.5 x 18 with tyre size 245/35 R 18 (rear) - AMG performance suspension
- AMG performance steering wheel with smaller diameter, flattened lower section and silver-coloured aluminium shift paddles
- AMG carbon-fibre trim in the interior
With the exception of the AMG high-performance composite braking system, all the components of the AMG performance package can also be ordered individually.
The New-Generation SLK 55 AMG Roadster will go on sale in April 2008. UK pricing will be confirmed early in 2008.
Mercedes Benz SLK-Class
Our Mercedes Benz SLK-Class Guide lists the full specification of the current UK SLK-Class range, including car prices, fuel consumption, dimensions and other vital data.
Price Range: £29,710 - £51,975
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Models in the range: 4
We have road tested the Mercedes Benz SLK-Class, to read our in-depth car review:
Mercedes Benz SLK-Class Review - Jul 2005
Our Car Buyer’s Guide covers all of the UK’s major new cars and includes CO2 ratings and car insurance groups. Data updated on the 21st Sep 2008
