2008 Mercedes-Benz SLK55 AMG Features And Specs
Year
Style, Configuration, Engine Options
Trim
SLK55 SLK55 AMG Package Includes
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Interior
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AMG 8-way pwr heated sport seats-inc
silver painted magnesium trim, 3-position memory, 4-way lumber support, height adjustable head restraints
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AMG 2-tone premium leather upholstery
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AMG aluminum trim
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Center console w/enclosed storage
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Retractable dual cupholders
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Velour carpeting & AMG floor mats
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Stainless-steel door sill trim w/AMG insignia
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Rubber-studded brushed stainless-steel pedals
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3-spoke AMG leather-wrapped 4-way pwr tilt/telescopic sport steering wheel-inc
audio controls, multi-function display controls, aluminum shift paddles, easy-exit feature, memory
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AMG gauges w/red needles
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Electronic analog speedometer, AMG tachometer, fuel level, quartz clock
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Digital odometer, Touch Shift gear & mode selection
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Multi-function display in instrument cluster-inc
trip computer, exterior temp gauge, digital speedometer, coolant temp, maintenance system, audio status, reminder & malfunction messages, driver-programmable settings, engine oil level check
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Mercedes-Benz Maintenance System Plus display-inc
distance remaining to next maintenance, type of service due, reminders, brake-pad wear
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Audible reminders & messages-inc
exterior lamp failure, low fuel, engine oil, coolant, washer fluid, release parking brake, headlights on, remove key from ignition
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Touch turn signals (flashes (3) times w/1-touch)
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Tire pressure monitoring system
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Pwr windows-inc
1-touch express up/down, 1-button raising/lowering of all windows via pwr top switch
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SmartKey infrared remote-inc
trunk open, panic alarm, fuel filler door, selective unlock, driver-programmable auto-lock, hard top raise/lower
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Cruise control
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Tele Aid GPS system-inc
stolen vehicle recovery, remote door unlock, automatic alarm notification alert, collision notification
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AM/FM/Weatherband radio w/CD player, fiber-optic communication among components
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Automatic dual-zone climate control-inc
dual rotary controls, electrostatic dust & pollen filters, active charcoal filter, tunnel mode w/1-touch closing of all windows, REST mode w/engine heat recirculation feature or cabin ventilation, dash-top diffuser vent
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Rear window defroster w/auto-shutoff based on time & driving speed & exterior temp
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Illuminated glovebox
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Auto-dimming mirror
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Dual illuminated vanity mirrors
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Courtesy lamps w/delay shutoff
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Dual front reading lamps
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Night security illumination
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Ambient lighting-inc
center console, footwells, door entrance lamps
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AMG leather shift knob
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Parcel net in RH footwell
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Pockets in doors
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Illuminated carpeted trunk
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Exterior
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Electro-hydraulic retractable steel hardtop
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Formula 1-style nose w/black grille crossfins
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AMG Formula 1-style front air dam w/mesh air intakes, side skirts, rear apron
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Color-keyed AMG rear lip spoiler
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Variable-focus halogen headlamps-inc
polycarbonate lenses, light-sensing auto-on headlamps, automatic lamp substitution
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Halogen front fog lamps
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Single rear red fog lamp
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Driver-programmable daytime running lamps
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Pwr heated mirrors-inc
reverse tilt down RH mirror, auto-dimming LH mirror, memory, integrated LED turn signals
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Aero-blade windshield wipers w/heated washer system
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Smoked-tinted rear lamps w/LED brake & taillamps
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Entertainment
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Engine
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Engine Order Code
NA
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Engine Type and Required Fuel
Gas V8
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Displacement (liters/cubic inches)
5.5L/332
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Fuel System
SMPI
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Maximum Horsepower @ RPM
355 @ 5750
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Maximum Torque @ RPM
376 @ 4000
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Cooling System Capacity (quarts)
NA
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Electrical
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Cold Cranking Amps @ 0° F
NA
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Maximum Alternator Capacity (amps)
NA
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Safety
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4-wheel anti-lock disc brakes system (ABS) w/brake assist system
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Driver & front passenger dual-stage airbags w/passenger adaptive airbag, Occupant Classification System
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Head & thorax side-impact airbags
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Knee air bag
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3-point shoulder belts w/emergency tensioning device (ETD) & belt force limiter
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Electronic stability program (ESP)
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Illuminated emergency interior trunk release
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Driver-programmable daytime running lamps
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Steering
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Steering Type
Pwr rack & pinion steering
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Steering Ratio (:1)
NA
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Turns, lock to lock
2.9
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Turning Diameter / Radius, curb to curb (feet)
34.5
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Turning Diameter / Radius, wall to wall (feet)
NA
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Mechanical
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AMG 5.5L SOHC 24-valve V8 engine
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7-speed electronically controlled driver-adaptive automatic transmission w/AMG SpeedShift, Touch Shift
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Electronic stability program (ESP)
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Rear wheel drive
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Independent 3-link front suspension-inc
coil springs over gas-pressurized shock absorbers, anti-dive geometry
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Independent 5-arm multi-link rear suspension-inc
separate coil springs, shock absorbers, anti-squat, alignment control
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AMG sport suspension
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Front/rear lowered ride-height & stabilizer bars
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P225/40R18 front high performance tires
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P245/35R18 rear high performance tires
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18\ x 7.5\ front AMG multi-spoke aluminum wheels
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18\ x 8.5\ rear AMG multi-spoke aluminum wheels
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Vehicle-speed-sensitive pwr rack & pinion steering
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AMG 6-piston perforated & ventilated front & 4-piston perforated & ventilated rear disc brakes
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4-wheel anti-lock disc brakes system (ABS) w/brake assist system
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Suspension
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Front Suspension Type
3-Link
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Rear Suspension Type
5-Arm Multi-link
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Front Shock Absorber Diameter (mm)
NA
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Rear Shock Absorber Diameter (mm)
NA
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Front Anti-Roll Bar Diameter (inches)
NA
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Rear Anti-Roll Bar Diameter (inches)
NA
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Towing
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Maximum Trailer Weight, dead weight hitch (pounds)
NA
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Maximum Tongue Weight, dead weight hitch (pounds)
NA
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Maximum Trailer Weight, weight distributing hitch (pounds)
NA
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Maximum Tongue Weight, weight distributing hitch (pounds)
NA
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Transmission
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Transmission Order Code
427
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Transmission Description
Automatic
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Number of Transmission Speeds
7
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First Gear Ratio (:1)
NA
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Second Gear Ratio (:1)
NA
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Third Gear Ratio (:1)
NA
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Fourth Gear Ratio (:1)
NA
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Fifth Gear Ratio (:1)
NA
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Sixth Gear Ratio (:1)
NA
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Seventh Gear Ratio (:1)
NA
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Reverse Ratio (:1)
NA
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Final Drive Axle Ratio (:1)
3.06
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Clutch Size
NA
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Vehicle
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EPA Classification
2 Seater
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Drivetrain
Rear Wheel Drive
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Warranty
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4 Basic Years / 50,000 Basic Miles
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4 Drivetrain Years / 50,000 Drivetrain Miles
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4 Corrosion Years / 50,000 Corrosion Miles
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Unlimited Roadside Assistance Years / Unlimited Roadside Assistance Miles
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Brakes
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Brake Type
Power
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Anti-Lock-Braking System
4-Wheel
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Front Brake Rotors, diameter x thickness (inches)
13.4 x -TBD-
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Rear Brake Rotors, diameter x thickness (inches)
13.0 x -TBD-
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Rear Drums, diameter x width (inches)
NA