Mercedes-Benz SLK300 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 | Mercedes-Benz SLK300SLK 300 | Mercedes-Benz SLK350SLK 350 |
|---|---|---|
| Selected trim | SLK 300 | SLK 350 |
| Body style | Convertible | Convertible |
| Drivetrain | rear wheel drive | rear wheel drive |
| Fuel type | premium unleaded (required) | premium unleaded (required) |
| Transmission | 9-speed shiftable automatic | 7-speed shiftable automatic |
| Engine type | gas | gas |
| Model year | 2016 | 2016 |
Pricing & market
| Spec | Mercedes-Benz SLK300SLK 300 | Mercedes-Benz SLK350SLK 350 |
|---|---|---|
| MSRP | $47,000 (best) | $59,200 |
| For sale now | 0 | 0 |
Fuel economy & range
| Spec | Mercedes-Benz SLK300SLK 300 | Mercedes-Benz SLK350SLK 350 |
|---|---|---|
| Combined MPG | 28 MPG (best) | 24 MPG |
| City MPG | 25 MPG (best) | 21 MPG |
| Highway MPG | 32 MPG (best) | 29 MPG |
| Fuel tank | 18.5 gal | 18.5 gal |
Performance
| Spec | Mercedes-Benz SLK300SLK 300 | Mercedes-Benz SLK350SLK 350 |
|---|---|---|
| Horsepower | 241 hp | 302 hp (best) |
| Torque | 273 lb-ft | 273 lb-ft |
| Engine size | 2 L | 3.5 L (best) |
| Cylinders | I4 | V6 |
Size & capability
| Spec | Mercedes-Benz SLK300SLK 300 | Mercedes-Benz SLK350SLK 350 |
|---|---|---|
| Seating | 2 seats | 2 seats |
| Doors | 2 | 2 |
| Cargo volume | 10.1 cu ft | 10.1 cu ft |
| Wheelbase | 95.7 in | 95.7 in |
| Length | 162.8 in | 162.8 in |
| Width | 71.5 in | 71.5 in |
| Height | 51.2 in | 51.2 in |
Safety & recalls
| Spec | Mercedes-Benz SLK300SLK 300 | Mercedes-Benz SLK350SLK 350 |
|---|---|---|
| Open recalls (YMM scope) | 4 | 2 (best) |
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 | Mercedes-Benz SLK300 | Mercedes-Benz SLK350 |
|---|---|---|
| 1 | SLK 300 $47,000 MSRP(Currently comparing) | SLK 350 $59,200 MSRP(Currently comparing) |
Mercedes-Benz SLK300 vs Mercedes-Benz SLK350 FAQ
- Which is better: 2016 Mercedes-Benz SLK300 or 2016 Mercedes-Benz SLK350?
- It depends on priorities. OpenDealer compares 2016 Mercedes-Benz SLK300 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 Mercedes-Benz SLK300 or 2016 Mercedes-Benz SLK350?
- Based on starting MSRP, the 2016 Mercedes-Benz SLK300 starts lower at $47,000.
- Which has better startingMsrp: 2016 Mercedes-Benz SLK300 or 2016 Mercedes-Benz SLK350?
- The 2016 Mercedes-Benz SLK300 leads on startingMsrp in this comparison (47,000).
- Which has better combinedMpg: 2016 Mercedes-Benz SLK300 or 2016 Mercedes-Benz SLK350?
- The 2016 Mercedes-Benz SLK300 leads on combinedMpg in this comparison (28).
- Which has better horsepower: 2016 Mercedes-Benz SLK300 or 2016 Mercedes-Benz SLK350?
- The 2016 Mercedes-Benz SLK350 leads on horsepower in this comparison (302).