Jaguar XK8 vs Mercedes-Benz SLK55 AMG
Side-by-side comparison from manufacturer specifications, NHTSA safety data, and live dealer listings.
Vehicles
Vehicles
2016 Mercedes-Benz SLK55 AMG
Overview
| Spec | Jaguar XK8XK8 | Mercedes-Benz SLK55 AMGAMG SLK 55 |
|---|---|---|
| Selected trim | XK8 | AMG SLK 55 |
| Body style | Coupe | Convertible |
| Drivetrain | rear wheel drive | rear wheel drive |
| Fuel type | premium unleaded (required) | premium unleaded (required) |
| Transmission | 6-speed shiftable automatic | 7-speed shiftable automatic |
| Engine type | gas | gas |
| Model year | 2006 | 2016 |
Pricing & market
| Spec | Jaguar XK8XK8 | Mercedes-Benz SLK55 AMGAMG SLK 55 |
|---|---|---|
| MSRP | $69,830 (best) | $72,600 |
| For sale now | 0 | 0 |
Fuel economy & range
| Spec | Jaguar XK8XK8 | Mercedes-Benz SLK55 AMGAMG SLK 55 |
|---|---|---|
| Combined MPG | 19 MPG | 22 MPG (best) |
| City MPG | 16 MPG | 19 MPG (best) |
| Highway MPG | 24 MPG | 28 MPG (best) |
| Fuel tank | 19.9 gal (best) | 18.5 gal |
Performance
| Spec | Jaguar XK8XK8 | Mercedes-Benz SLK55 AMGAMG SLK 55 |
|---|---|---|
| Horsepower | 294 hp | 416 hp (best) |
| Torque | 303 lb-ft | 398 lb-ft (best) |
| Engine size | 4.2 L | 5.5 L (best) |
| Cylinders | V8 | V8 |
Size & capability
| Spec | Jaguar XK8XK8 | Mercedes-Benz SLK55 AMGAMG SLK 55 |
|---|---|---|
| Seating | 4 seats (best) | 2 seats |
| Doors | 2 | 2 |
| Cargo volume | 11.5 cu ft (best) | 10.1 cu ft |
| Curb weight | 3,726 lbs (best) | — |
| Ground clearance | 4.7 in (best) | — |
| Wheelbase | 101.9 in (best) | 95.7 in |
| Length | 187.4 in (best) | 163.2 in |
| Width | 81.7 in (best) | 71.5 in |
| Height | 50.5 in | 51.2 in (best) |
Safety & recalls
| Spec | Jaguar XK8XK8 | Mercedes-Benz SLK55 AMGAMG SLK 55 |
|---|---|---|
| Open recalls (YMM scope) | None reported | None reported |
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 | Jaguar XK8 | Mercedes-Benz SLK55 AMG |
|---|---|---|
| 1 | XK8 $69,830 MSRP(Currently comparing) | AMG SLK 55 $72,600 MSRP(Currently comparing) |
| 2 | XK8 $74,830 MSRP | — |