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Reliability Database
Mercedes-Benz

Slk-Class

Sports Car
Best Engine ⚠️ Caution (2.8)
3 Generations
10 Engines Rated
96 Total Complaints
Engine Ratings
4 recommended 4 caution 2 avoid

Generation Timeline

2005 2005
2 engines
27 complaints 🔥 1
3.5L 6-cyl ❌ Avoid (1.0)
→
2006 2006
4 engines
33 complaints 🔥 1
3.0L 6-cyl ⚠️ Caution (2.8)
→
2007 2007
4 engines
36 complaints
3.0L 6-cyl ⚠️ Caution (2.7)
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