TORONTO,- With the completely newly developed SLK, one of the most exciting and successful sports cars ever built is entering its third generation. The new roadster takes driving pleasure and open-air enjoyment to a new level. It blends light-footed sportiness with stylish comfort, a striking sports-car design with total suitability for everyday use, and top performance with exemplary ecology.
The all-new SLK is also proud to introduce the world premiere of the panoramic vario-roof with MAGIC SKY CONTROL, which switches to light or dark at the touch of a button. Exemplary efficiency and sporty flair come courtesy of powerful new 6-cylinder engine, which offers superb levels of performance while still being more economical than its predecessor. In addition, the extensive set of safety equipment allows the SLK to set the standard in its segment. With its wealth of technical innovations, the SLK is once again the benchmark in its class.
"The new SLK embodies the role of the trend-setter like no other car," says Dr Dieter Zetsche, Chairman of the Board of Management of Daimler AG and Head of Mercedes-Benz Cars. "I am convinced that with its passionate design, its high-quality interior and its modesty at the filling station it will continue to provide an enormous amount of fun on the road in future, too, consolidating its status as a cult roadster."