For the 1st time because the introduction of the SLK sporty roadster, Mercedes is offering a diesel engine for it.

The 2012 Mercedes SLK 250 CDI gets the firm’s 2143 cc four-cylinder diesel which generates 150 kW (204 hp) and 500 newton metres of torque. Connected to the 7G-TRONIC PLUS automatic transmission, this engine enables the auto to make 100 km/h from standstill in 6.7 seconds and reach a top speed of 243 km/h.

Because of the large amount of torque this diesel engine makes, the auto has excellent in-gear acceleration. It goes from 80 to 120 km/h in only 4.3 seconds, and that makes overtaking such an easy job.

The real great thing about it though, is fuel economy. The SLK 250 CDI needs just 4.9 litres of diesel fuel per 100 kilometres (NEDC combined consumption), which corresponds to CO2 emissions of 128 g/km. To reach this, the automobile features fourth-generation common-rail injection with a rail pressure of 2000 bar and precise injection timing, in addition to two-stage turbocharging and begin/stop system as standard.

The same options and equipments for the remainder of the variety may be offered with the diesel SLK, including the MAGIC SKY CONTROL roof, and the option of 3 different suspension systems. Mercedes SLK 250 CDI goes on sale from 13 September 2011, starting at € 41,828.50 including VAT in Germany.