Mercedes-Benz: SLK-Class news **2012 AMG Revealed (page 7)**

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Old 12-02-2003 | 09:55 AM
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looks like it will be very nice
Old 12-02-2003 | 12:34 PM
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looks like the diet coke of the MB SLR.

I like it. very hot. say what you will about reports of diminishing build quality, you have to admit that MB is putting out hot shit left and right.
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here is the cover from that brochure

Nice find. I was looking for this pic to no avail.
Old 12-02-2003 | 02:51 PM
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looks like the diet coke of the MB SLR.

I like it. very hot. say what you will about reports of diminishing build quality, you have to admit that MB is putting out hot shit left and right.
I think years from now, there will be no quality concerns either. They are all over quality at MB currently. And you know they will achieve their goal eventually.
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Old 12-13-2003 | 06:49 PM
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i love the side and back, but i'm big on the front..
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New 3.5 liter engine will be used in 2005 SLK





This new 3.5 liter engine will be used starting in the next gen. SLK. It makes 272 HP and 258 lb-ft of torque at 2500 rpm. 87% of that is available at 1500 rpm. 24 valves total.
Old 12-18-2003 | 08:14 AM
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hmmm 3.5L seems to be the magic number for quite a few companies


the car looks nice, a bit sc430ish in some shots....also, reported that this new slk will be the 1st mb to sport higher grade materials and a new dash design...all other mb's will follow suit after this one...the big guns at mb admitted interior quality has gone down and they will address this 1st on the slk and then the s-class
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looks hot.
Old 12-18-2003 | 11:32 AM
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Powerful, lively, economical and quiet: Mercedes-Benz presents a new six-cylinder engine
Posted by: kak on Thursday, December 18, 2003 - 06:26 PM CET

For the future SLK-Class Mercedes-Benz has developed a new six-cylinder engine whose exemplary output and torque characteristics are supremely well-suited to this sporty, dynamic sports car and guarantee driving enjoyment at the highest level. In addition this state-of-the-art 3.5-litre power unit sets new standards in fuel consumption and noise comfort with a number of technical innovations. With an output of 200 kW/272 hp and 350 Newton metres of torque, the new Mercedes six-cylinder unit is one of the most powerful V6 engines in its displacement class. The maximum torque is already available from 2500 rpm and remains constant over a wide engine speed range up to 5000 rpm, providing powerful acceleration and rapid sprints.

The aluminium engine excels with a unique package of technical features. For the first time in a V6 engine it has variable intake and exhaust camshaft adjustment, which increases the output and torque while contributing to fuel economy. A two-stage intake manifold, tumble flaps in the intake ducts and an intelligent heat management system are further technical highlights in this new six-cylinder engine for the future SLK-Class.

The variable, continuous camshaft adjustment system controls the 24 valves in the aluminium cylinder heads. It helps to ensure that the valves open and close at the most favourable time in any driving situation, significantly improving the charge cycle in the cylinders and reducing energy losses. As a result this technology reduces fuel consumption under partial load, while ensuring an optimal supply of fresh gas to the combustion chambers under full load. The new Mercedes six-cylinder is the world's first V6 engine with variably adjustable intake and exhaust camshafts.

Tumble flaps in the intake ducts for an optimal combustion process

Mercedes engineers have configured and optimised all the air ducting components with the help of sophisticated airflow simulations. The magnesium intake module has likewise been optimised in terms of flow characteristics. The length of the intake manifold can be varied according to the engine speed to achieve the best possible torque and output. From 1500 rpm the new V6 already develops approx. 87 percent of its maximum torque of 350 Newton metres.

The intake ducts are equipped with newly developed tumble flaps which improve the intake process and combustion of the fuel-air mixture. These pivot open under partial load, increasing the turbulence of the gas flow in the combustion chambers. Under higher engine loads the tumble flaps are completely recessed into the intake manifold.

Thanks to the use of these innovative tumble flaps, the fuel consumption of the V6 engine is reduced by up to 0.2 litres per 100 kilometres depending on engine speed - with a significant improvement in smoothness.

An intelligent heat management system also contributes to fuel economy. Mercedes engineers have developed a new, electronic map-controlled thermostat which is active in all engine operating situations. It directs the heat flows inside the powerplant in such a way that the engine oil and coolant are always at the best possible temperatures.

Exhaust emissions below the future EU 4 limits

By virtue of variable camshaft adjustment, tumble flaps in the intake ducts, internal exhaust gas recirculation, secondary air injection and other features, the exhaust emissions of the new Mercedes six-cylinder engine are already at a very low level during the combustion process.

In addition to these engine-specific measures, an efficient emission control system ensures that exhaust emission values remain below the stringent EU 4 limits coming into force in 2005. Each of the two catalytic converters, which are located close to the engine, is monitored by two oxygen sensors. Thanks to linear control these already deliver precise data to the engine computer during the warm-up phase, enabling this to regulate the engine so that the catalytic converters reach their normal operating temperature more rapidly.

Modern, lightweight power unit and designed-in engine sound

The crankcase and cylinder head of the new Mercedes six-cylinder are of aluminium. The state-of-the-art, lightweight engine also has weight-reduced connecting rods, pistons and balancer weights which contribute to the exemplary smoothness of the unit. Between the cylinder walls, a balancer shaft counter-rotates with the crankshaft and compensates the inherent vibration moments of the V6 unit. The cylinder liners are in aluminium-silicon technology for particularly low friction, distortion and weight.

The acoustic properties were a further focus of the development work. The aim of the Mercedes engineers was a specific reduction in engine noise, followed by the achievement of a sporty and sonorous six-cylinder exhaust note. Very considerable technical effort was devoted to acoustic tests on practically all of the approx. 210 components in the new V6 engine.

Innovative intake manifolds of sound-absorbent woven nylon, a twin-cartridge air filter with integral resonators and numerous other refinements contribute to the exemplary level of noise comfort.

The acoustic specialists have achieved the typical sports car engine note by careful configuration of the exhaust system.

[source: daimlerchrysler.com]
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i really dont like that front.

Interior is real nice though
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Looks great on this latest photo...
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SLK first

Look for Mercedes’ new 3.5-liter V6 and six-speed manual gearbox to debut on the 2005 SLK when the next-generation two-seater arrives this year. The dohc four-valve-per-cylinder engine should produce about 268 hp and 253 lb-ft of torque, which compares favorably to the current 3.2-liter, single-cam, three-valve V6 engine’s 215 hp and 229 lb-ft. The ’05 SLK will offer auto and manual gearboxes, including the new six-speed manual.

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Old 12-30-2003 | 06:13 PM
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Wow, looks like a Lexus. I liked the old boxy Benz designs. I am sure it will be an improvement over the current model
Old 12-31-2003 | 01:52 AM
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i love it

i think it's a great car... i would enjoy that 3.5 greatly

great aggressive styling
Old 12-31-2003 | 06:21 AM
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Yeah I'm not sure about the front but everything else looks great.

Is this just a facelift with new engine, or are there other major improvements? I would have assumed things like brake by wire, and other things from the SL would drop down to the SLK.
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OMG!!! did they just say manual??? in a mb
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Originally posted by einsatz
Yeah I'm not sure about the front but everything else looks great.

Is this just a facelift with new engine, or are there other major improvements? I would have assumed things like brake by wire, and other things from the SL would drop down to the SLK.

This is not a facelift. This is a new generation SLK car. Most of the car should be new.
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OMG!!! did they just say manual??? in a mb
Yes. I am expecting this new gen. SLK to be a lot more aggressive and sporty than the previous model.
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New Mercedes SLK Unveiled....

SLK Unveiled...

Excerpt: More attractive, more powerful and sportier than its predecessor, this appealing two-seater will be celebrating its European market launch in March 2004. The new model offers a choice of three new engines with a performance range extending from 120 kW/163 hp to 265 kW/360 hp. This includes – for the first time in this vehicle class - an eight-cylinder supplied by Mercedes-AMG. The SLK 350 is powered by a new 200 kW/272 hp V6 engine delivering dynamic driving pleasure....

Complete story: <http://www.germancarfans.com/news.cf...es-benz/1.html>
Old 01-07-2004 | 12:18 PM
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Definately better then the old SLK, which i hated. Very SLRish, which kinda sucks. If I could afford an SLR Id be a little pissed that they made a smaller cheaper look alike because the uniquness of the design is gone.
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It looks sweet....

The new SLK is a technology "tour-de-force" and it does look very beautiful.


I have a 2000 Boxster S with about 4K miles on it. As much as I love it, I might sell/trade it in for the new SLK. I'll probably wait a couple of years so that MB can work out the first year bugs on the SLK.


It will probably not handle like my Boxster, but I would be willing to sacrifice a little of the handling for some new gagdets.
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I like it. Was never into the small SLK line but a definite improvement over the last gen

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i just hate the front grille....i kno i know....its 2 serve as resemblance to the slr....but i've never said i liked the nose on the slr either.....i think they are both hideous and prefer the traditional mb grill
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Originally posted by unsure
i just hate the front grille....i kno i know....its 2 serve as resemblance to the slr....but i've never said i liked the nose on the slr either.....i think they are both hideous and prefer the traditional mb grill

Other than that, I really like it
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Originally posted by unsure
i just hate the front grille....i kno i know....its 2 serve as resemblance to the slr....but i've never said i liked the nose on the slr either.....i think they are both hideous and prefer the traditional mb grill
its actually supposed to resemble the F1 cars. if you cant see it right away just look at the long thin raised portion, it is the same shape as an F1 car's. the F1 grill will be put in the SL also from what i hear.

im with you tho, i personally dont like it.
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me too. i hate the front
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i'd take the AMG version....360hp!
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ugly grill and the interior is not nice enough..
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Mercedes' next-generation SLK to debut at Geneva

Mercedes' next-generation SLK to debut at Geneva

We've spied Mercedes' next-generation SLK from afar (AW, April 14, 2003) and we've speculated about what lay hidden from view beneath its camouflage coverings. Enough of the guessing: Mercedes has released this first look at its redesigned SLK roadster, which will make its world debut at the Geneva motor show in March, followed by a North American premiere at the New York auto show in April. Look for the car to show up in dealerships by summer.

Benz designers incorporated cues from Formula One race cars, past and present, into the sharp nose, long hood and steeply raked windshield of the new SLK. For 2005, SLK gets a more powerful 268-hp 3.5-liter six-cylinder four-valve engine (up from a 215-hp three-valve, 3.2-liter V6) to go with a six-speed manual transmission, new suspension and braking systems. The performance AMG model is expected to arrive with a 375-hp 3.0-liter V6.

Mercedes also says it has re-engineered the foldaway hardtop roof design to open and close faster. The roof features a pivoting rear window for improved trunk storage space.

Source: Autoweek


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