The German automaker has officially unveiled the 2009 Mercedes-Benz SLK. The tweaks to the SLK's front end bring it even more in line with the style of an F1 car's nose, while the rear actually gets a cleaner, smoother look with a faux diffuser affixed between the trapezoidal tailpipes. In addition to exterior enhancements, the 2009 model also gets an updated interior with an instrument panel design a new three-spoke steering wheel.
Two new heavily revised engines join the familiar 5.5L V8 of the AMG model that carries over, including a revised kompressor (supercharged) four-cylinder producing 184 hp/184 lb.-ft of torque and a new 3.5L V6 producing a healthy 305 hp/265 lb.-ft of torque. Both engines also get better fuel economy and emit less CO2 than their predecessor
While a five-speed automatic and six-speed manual are available, the 7G-TRONIC Sport seven-speed automatic could be possible.
Gallery: 2009 Mercedes-Benz SLK
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