8/18/2023 0 Comments 08 mercedes slk kompressor![]() ![]() Not that the 200K produces enough grunt to upset the chassis’ natural balance. Although not foolproof, the standard ESP stability control quells any hooligan antics. Relatively modest 16-inch alloys shod with 205/55 rubber help the ride quality and the new SLK mixes a compliant ride with a nimble chassis. It feels taut and well-planted through the twisties, but the suspension soaks up road corrugations with ease. The second big impression is of a well-sorted chassis. Steering feel and response provided by the new rack-and-pinion set-up immediately impress, providing the car with a pointy feel and eagerness to change direction that was absent in the old, recirculating ball-steered model. So, the new SLK is a comfy place to be, but will you want to drive it? The answer becomes apparent even before you’ve driven the first mile. The seats are supportive, the driving position spot-on and the quality of materials used no longer merits comparison with an early ’90s PC. Merc claims an extra 13mm of shoulder room and 16mm of headroom – seemingly insignificant numbers, but they contribute towards a more comfortable interior. Some find the F1-wannabe nose contrived, but from most angles it’s oohs and aahs all round.Ĭlamber aboard and it’s hard not to notice the increased space in the cabin. Make your own mind up about the looks, but to our eyes the new SLK is a clever remodelling of Merc’s classic roadster shape. Mercedes-Benz SLK 2011-2016 road test review. ![]()
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