The 2009 Mercedes Benz SLK ranks 5 out of 8 Luxury Sports Cars. This ranking is based on our analysis of 50 published reviews and test drives of the Mercedes Benz SLK, and our analysis of reliability and safety data.
The SLK hard-top roadster impresses reviewers with its sporty yet easy-to-live-with handling dynamics, as well as its sleek exterior design.
Available since 1996, the Mercedes Benz SLK has always been a classy sports roadster. While its 2005 redesign smoothed out a few kinks, its 2009 refresh makes it even better. "The second-generation Mercedes-Benz SLK has always been a quick, good-looking, and luxurious sports car," writes Motor Trend. "By freshening the SLK for the 2009 model year, with revisions to the body, interior, and engine, Mercedes is attempting to make its sporting convertible that much better."
On balance, reviewers report Mercedes succeeded. While its SLK350 holds reviewers' hearts for its powerful 300-horsepower engine, test drivers find that both models handle marvelously. What's more, its restyled exterior design calls to mind such sporty rides as Formula 1 racers and the exotic SLR McLaren. The SLK's interior suffers a bit in terms of comfort and fit and finish, but most find that the roadster's positives outweigh its negatives.
For a sexy sports roadster with even greater performance abilities, check out the Porsche Boxster. If, however, you value luxury over all else -- and have the means to pay nearly double what you would for the SLK - it's hard to go wrong with the Mercedes SL. Still, those on a budget can find plenty of thrill in the Mazda MX-5 Miata.
The SLK is available in two trims, SLK300 and SLK350. A performance-tuned SLK55 AMG is also available
The SLK hard-top roadster impresses reviewers with its sporty yet easy-to-live-with handling dynamics, as well as its sleek exterior design.
Available since 1996, the Mercedes Benz SLK has always been a classy sports roadster. While its 2005 redesign smoothed out a few kinks, its 2009 refresh makes it even better. "The second-generation Mercedes-Benz SLK has always been a quick, good-looking, and luxurious sports car," writes Motor Trend. "By freshening the SLK for the 2009 model year, with revisions to the body, interior, and engine, Mercedes is attempting to make its sporting convertible that much better."
On balance, reviewers report Mercedes succeeded. While its SLK350 holds reviewers' hearts for its powerful 300-horsepower engine, test drivers find that both models handle marvelously. What's more, its restyled exterior design calls to mind such sporty rides as Formula 1 racers and the exotic SLR McLaren. The SLK's interior suffers a bit in terms of comfort and fit and finish, but most find that the roadster's positives outweigh its negatives.
For a sexy sports roadster with even greater performance abilities, check out the Porsche Boxster. If, however, you value luxury over all else -- and have the means to pay nearly double what you would for the SLK - it's hard to go wrong with the Mercedes SL. Still, those on a budget can find plenty of thrill in the Mazda MX-5 Miata.
The SLK is available in two trims, SLK300 and SLK350. A performance-tuned SLK55 AMG is also available
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