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By 
Marty Padgett, Executive Editor
How We Rated
- Styling
- It's more masculine than the first generation.
- Performance
- Performance with the six-cylinders is good; it's phenomenal with the AMG edition.
- Comfort and Quality
- The seats are supportive; a lot of buttons make the controls more difficult to operate.
- Safety
- There's a complete list of safety gear, but the SLK hasn't been tested yet.
- Features
- Airscarf is one of many delightful features.
The SLK retractable hardtop roadster was redesigned in 2006 with styling cues inspired by the SL roadster. It returns for 2008 in three basic forms. The SLK280 is powered by a 228-horsepower, 3.0-liter V-6 engine. The SLK350 features a 268-hp, 3.5-liter V-6 engine. High-performance enthusiasts can select the SLK55 AMG and its 355 hp engine for ultimate power.
Transmission choices include a six-speed-manual and a seven-speed-automatic gearbox with TouchShift operation. The SLK rides on 17-inch alloy wheels and performance tires; a lowered sport suspension is offered for more aggressive driving.
A special version of the SLK350, the Ten Year Anniversary edition, gets an automatic gearbox, 17-inch wheels, special badging, and red stitching and trim on the interior.
The SLK’s interior is adorned with silver trim and switchgear, with a dashboard that flows into the door panels and an instrument panel that sports large, chronograph-style gauges. Its power retractable hardtop can incorporate an optional feature that channels warm air from vents located in the driver and passenger's headrests for open-air use on chillier days.
Standard equipment includes four-wheel disc brakes with anti-lock control, side and knee airbags, and stability control. Power heated seats, a premium Harmon Kardon audio system, and run-flat tires are optional.
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