The 2008 SLK-Class is a 2-door, 2-passenger convertible sports car, available in 3 trims, ranging from the SLK280 Roadster to the SLK55 AMG Roadster.
Upon introduction, the SLK280 Roadster is equipped with a standard 3.0-liter, V6, 228-horsepower engine that achieves 17-mpg in the city and 25-mpg on the highway. A 6-Speed manual transmission with overdrive is standard, and a 7-Speed automatic transmission with overdrive is optional. The SLK55 AMG Roadster is equipped with a standard 5.5-liter, V8, 355-horsepower engine that achieves 14-mpg in the city and 20-mpg on the highway. A 7-Speed automatic transmission with overdrive is standard.
The 2008 SLK-Class is a carryover from 2007.
