BMW 435i vs Mercedes-Benz SLK350
Side-by-side comparison from manufacturer specifications, NHTSA safety data, and live dealer listings.
Vehicles
Vehicles
2016 Mercedes-Benz SLK350
Overview
| Spec | BMW 435i435i | Mercedes-Benz SLK350SLK 350 |
|---|---|---|
| Selected trim | 435i | SLK 350 |
| Body style | Coupe | Convertible |
| Drivetrain | rear wheel drive | rear wheel drive |
| Fuel type | premium unleaded (required) | premium unleaded (required) |
| Transmission | 8-speed shiftable automatic | 7-speed shiftable automatic |
| Engine type | gas | gas |
| Model year | 2016 | 2016 |
Pricing & market
| Spec | BMW 435i435i | Mercedes-Benz SLK350SLK 350 |
|---|---|---|
| MSRP | $48,150 (best) | $59,200 |
| For sale now | 0 | 0 |
Fuel economy & range
| Spec | BMW 435i435i | Mercedes-Benz SLK350SLK 350 |
|---|---|---|
| Combined MPG | 24 MPG | 24 MPG |
| City MPG | 20 MPG | 21 MPG (best) |
| Highway MPG | 31 MPG (best) | 29 MPG |
| Fuel tank | 15.8 gal | 18.5 gal (best) |
Performance
| Spec | BMW 435i435i | Mercedes-Benz SLK350SLK 350 |
|---|---|---|
| Horsepower | 300 hp | 302 hp (best) |
| Torque | 300 lb-ft (best) | 273 lb-ft |
| Engine size | 3 L | 3.5 L (best) |
| Cylinders | I6 | V6 |
Size & capability
| Spec | BMW 435i435i | Mercedes-Benz SLK350SLK 350 |
|---|---|---|
| Seating | 4 seats (best) | 2 seats |
| Doors | 2 | 2 |
| Cargo volume | — | 10.1 cu ft (best) |
| Payload | 790 lbs (best) | — |
| Curb weight | 3,635 lbs (best) | — |
| Ground clearance | 5.1 in (best) | — |
| Wheelbase | 110.6 in (best) | 95.7 in |
| Length | 182.6 in (best) | 162.8 in |
| Width | 71.9 in (best) | 71.5 in |
| Height | 54.2 in (best) | 51.2 in |
Safety & recalls
| Spec | BMW 435i435i | Mercedes-Benz SLK350SLK 350 |
|---|---|---|
| Open recalls (YMM scope) | None reported (best) | 2 |
Highlighted values indicate the better figure for that spec when a clear winner exists. Specs reflect the selected trim for each vehicle. Drag a vehicle header to reorder columns. MSRP and specifications are manufacturer data; listing prices and inventory come from live dealer listings. Safety ratings are from NHTSA.
Trim overview
All available trims with MSRP. The trim selected above is highlighted; comparison specs use that selection.
| Trim | BMW 435i | Mercedes-Benz SLK350 |
|---|---|---|
| 1 | 435i $48,150 MSRP(Currently comparing) | SLK 350 $59,200 MSRP(Currently comparing) |
| 2 | 435i $56,950 MSRP | — |
BMW 435i vs Mercedes-Benz SLK350 FAQ
- Which is better: 2016 BMW 435i or 2016 Mercedes-Benz SLK350?
- It depends on priorities. OpenDealer compares 2016 BMW 435i vs 2016 Mercedes-Benz SLK350 on MSRP, fuel economy, horsepower, seating, towing, NHTSA safety ratings, and live market prices so you can weigh the tradeoffs.
- Which costs less: 2016 BMW 435i or 2016 Mercedes-Benz SLK350?
- Based on starting MSRP, the 2016 BMW 435i starts lower at $48,150.
- Which has better startingMsrp: 2016 BMW 435i or 2016 Mercedes-Benz SLK350?
- The 2016 BMW 435i leads on startingMsrp in this comparison (48,150).
- Which has better horsepower: 2016 BMW 435i or 2016 Mercedes-Benz SLK350?
- The 2016 Mercedes-Benz SLK350 leads on horsepower in this comparison (302).
- Which has better seats: 2016 BMW 435i or 2016 Mercedes-Benz SLK350?
- The 2016 BMW 435i leads on seats in this comparison (4).