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Vehicle Overview:
Vehicle Type: Sporty Car
ABS Brakes: Standard
Standard Airbags: 4
MPG: 16-20/22-27 (City/HWY)
Engine Offered:
3.0L V6 228HP
3.5L V6 268HP
5.5L V8 355HP
Consumer Ratings:
Performance: 4.2
Exterior: 4.6
Interior: 4.2
Overall: 4.2
Review Guide:
5=Perfect; 3=Good; 1=Poor
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2006 Mercedes-Benz SLK-Class
Consumer Car Review Summary
Top 5 Pros of 2006 Mercedes-Benz SLK-Class
1. Convertible top
2. The looks
3. Handling
4. Air scarf
5. Turning radius
Top 5 Cons of 2006 Mercedes-Benz SLK-Class
1. Cupholder location
2. Blind spots
3. Adjustable lumbar support
4. Reliability
5. Gear shift too close to driver
2006 Mercedes-Benz SLK-Class Reviews by Consumers
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By maldo
Submitted 2010-05-06 20:17:21
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Pros: What do you like about 2006 Mercedes-Benz SLK-Class?
Its performance and stylish look.
It has a lot of room for a two seater, since I am 6'3".
Cons: How would you improve 2006 Mercedes-Benz SLK-Class?
I would offer 18 inch and higher wheels standard for better road handling.
2006 Mercedes-Benz SLK-Class Review:
Since I've bought the car brand new in May 2006, I have had nothing but trouble with the on board computer and general electric. The vehicle has only 30,000 miles and the rear sway bars had to be replaced, the engine pulley had to be replaced due to a service recall, the instrument cluster had to be replaced, and most recently the Supplemental Restraint System Malfunction (SRS) Visit Workshop message required me to return to the dealer and the electrical parts in the steering column had to be replaced to fix the SRS. After a day later the comfort/sport mode did not function and the lights on the transmission shifting do no illuminate, again had to return to dealer. My overall opinion, this is a nuisance vehicle to constantly be in and out of service for the amount of mileage. I will not buy another Mercedes.
By GUEST
Submitted 2008-05-07 10:52:08
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Pros: What do you like about 2006 Mercedes-Benz SLK-Class?
fun, sporty, classy, peppy' awessome sports car
Cons: How would you improve 2006 Mercedes-Benz SLK-Class?
bigger motor..faster..
2006 Mercedes-Benz SLK-Class Review:
AWESOME CAR!!
By GUEST
Submitted 2007-04-11 19:04:39
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Pros: What do you like about 2006 Mercedes-Benz SLK-Class?
performance, crispy manual shift, quiet engin, GPS is beautiful and simple to use, nice 3rd car in the house.
Cons: How would you improve 2006 Mercedes-Benz SLK-Class?
GPS software can use some update.
2006 Mercedes-Benz SLK-Class Review:
The baby Benz is a perfect 3rd car in the house. You need a station wagon or minivan for the need of group transportation. Your wife needs a boring sedan to go to work. You can drive the station wagon to work, or drive the SLK if you feel like. It has great performance. Engin sound is not as addictive as BMW, but better than Lexus. The tire cling to the road like a cat with sharp claw. Manual shift is great. Engin has lots of low end power, you can accerate to 70mph without the engine revv pass 3500 rpm.
By GUEST
Submitted 2007-03-26 21:50:09
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Pros: What do you like about 2006 Mercedes-Benz SLK-Class?
handling-air scarf
Cons: How would you improve 2006 Mercedes-Benz SLK-Class?
better audio
better suspension
2006 Mercedes-Benz SLK-Class Review:
great car and design
By bellwac
Submitted 2007-02-22 10:54:33
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Pros: What do you like about 2006 Mercedes-Benz SLK-Class?
Exterior appearance. Performance.
Cons: How would you improve 2006 Mercedes-Benz SLK-Class?
The isx-speed is kind of notchy, especially shifting from first to second. There are some body rattles on rough roads. For a car in this price range, some of the options should be standard.
2006 Mercedes-Benz SLK-Class Review:
I really, really like my car, despite the points I made above. I have driven the competing Porsche and BMW products, and I still prefer the SLK 350.
By GUEST
Submitted 2007-01-07 11:34:04
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Pros: What do you like about 2006 Mercedes-Benz SLK-Class?
Power / Perfromance
Air Scarf
Audio system
Cons: How would you improve 2006 Mercedes-Benz SLK-Class?
Cup Holder location
By GUEST
Submitted 2006-11-22 16:59:48
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Pros: What do you like about 2006 Mercedes-Benz SLK-Class?
hardtop convertible. Exterior looks. Performance. Interior comfort, particularly considering size of car.
Cons: How would you improve 2006 Mercedes-Benz SLK-Class?
Lumbar support. All wheel drive. Complimentary service at scheduled intervals. Take CD changer out of glove box. Make power seats standard.
2006 Mercedes-Benz SLK-Class Review:
I haven't had the car that long, but so far am very pleased. The car drives great, is very comfortable inside, which was a bit of a surprise, considering the size of the car. The hardtop convertible is very cool. I would make power seats and the remote keyfab to lower and raise the top standard. Quite surprising they are not for a Mercedes that is far from cheap. I've read all over the place that the cupholders are not good, but frankly, I find them perfectly fine. They're better than the ones in my Isuzu Trooper, which obviously is a much bigger car.
By drdebt
Submitted 2006-03-11 08:45:25
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Pros: What do you like about 2006 Mercedes-Benz SLK-Class?
The SLK 350 offers the high level of performance I look for, coupled with the creature comfort my most frequent passenger, my wife, demands. No longer am I resigned to the numbness of her Lexus when we're out together, as she is willing to take a spin in the SLK 350, something she would pass on with my prior car, a BMW Z4.
Cons: How would you improve 2006 Mercedes-Benz SLK-Class?
The standard sound system could use a slight upgrade in speaker dynamics.
2006 Mercedes-Benz SLK-Class Review:
Equipped with ample power, especially of the broad torquey sort, coupled to a 7-speed automatic, the SLK 350 surges ahead when pressed, yet can ease back into a smooth, comforting cruise. Grippy handling, but lacking the harshness that plagues 2-seaters in this class, the SLK allows you to arrive feeling fresh even after hours on the road, rather than battered and investigating the cost of a kidney belt. The folding hardtop is definitely cool to watch, but MBZ has come up with a design the saves you a decent amount of trunk space with the top down, and if space is the premium for the weekend, it can be configured to maximize the trunk at the expense of keeping the top up.
Handling is imble and reactive, without a sense of living on the edge. Braking is sure and withourt noticeable fade. Interior controls are at easy reach, intuitive and not overly complex or fussy. The instrumentation is simple, although the lighting level seems low at times. MBZ has mastered the art of eliminating reflective glare, something BMW may want to take a cue from. All in all, this is a driver's car that doesn't require the sacrifice of creature comforts.
By GUEST
Submitted 2005-12-08 09:34:54
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Pros: What do you like about 2006 Mercedes-Benz SLK-Class?
My favorite features would include the style, handling, power, and good gas mileage. The power hardtop is great, and the upgraded sound system is wonderful.
Cons: How would you improve 2006 Mercedes-Benz SLK-Class?
I would like a little more lumbar support in both seats, and not be blasted by the heating or cooling on the auto setting.
2006 Mercedes-Benz SLK-Class Review:
I am 6 feet 6 inches, and this is the car that I found that not only I could sit in with comfort, but have a ball driving. This car is blessed with good power, very good handling, and an eye catching look. It comes with a nice standard package, but a few of the upgrades can make it special. I looked at the Boxter, and Vette, but couldn't sit in either with any comfort. Last but not least, the power hardtop on the Benz is awsome.
By GUEST
Submitted 2005-12-08 09:34:25
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Pros: What do you like about 2006 Mercedes-Benz SLK-Class?
Retractable hard top
Cons: How would you improve 2006 Mercedes-Benz SLK-Class?
A little more storage room, and more passenger leg room.
2006 Mercedes-Benz SLK-Class Review:
A really fun car. Great handling with a smooth, powerful engine. There seem to be some rattles coming from behind the seats that others have complained about too.
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