SLK 280 Review

 

Mercedes Benz SLK 280

Whoever came up with the model name of the Mercedes Benz SLK 280 was something of a genius. The "SLK" is reminiscent - in English, at least - of "silk", "sleek" and "slick", all of which are appropriate to this classic European sports coupe-cabriolet. Stunning-looking with an F1-inspired nose, the Mercedes Benz SLK 280 invites the viewer to come inside and enjoy the ride. Top up or top down, it looks very good.

Despite what you'd expect from the numbers in its model name, the Mercedes Benz SLK 280 has a 3.0 litre V6 engine, which the gearbox, in either six speed manual or seven speed automatic, manages to make the most of. Taking another look under the stunning looking bonnet of the Mercedes-Benz SLK 280 reveals two-stage variable intake manifolds, double overhead cams, four valves per cylinder, and variable camshaft timing on inlet and exhaust. These add up to a strong engine with plenty of torque. The Mercedes Benz SLK 280 manages to average 9.5 litres per 100 k, and the automatic version is cleverly designed so that it will hunt through the gears for the most economical drive when using cruise control. However, on a hill drive, that intelligent gearbox will do its best to keep the revs between the engine's favourite rate of 4000rmp and the redline of 6400rpm.

Sitting in one of the Mercedes Benz SLK 280's leather upholstered seats is a delight. The dual climate control ensures that you and your one lucky passenger will be comfortable, and the dual front and side airbags ensure that you will be safe. The Mercedes Benz SLK 280 claims to do 0-100 in 6.2 seconds, and with the top down, this is an exhilarating experience that is guaranteed to mess your hairstyle (unless you have the optional wind net). With the top up, the Mercedes-Benz SLK 280 is quiet and offers plenty of visibility. Other options available to add to driver and passenger comfort include the Airscarf neck warmer, and heated and powered seats. The handling is confident and responsive to what you ask of it via the leather-covered multi function steering wheel, making the Mercedes Benz SLK 280 a joy to drive.

Downsides of the Mercedes Benz SLK 280 are that the storage space both in the cabin and in the boot is rather limited, especially with the roof down (but what do you expect in a sporty coupe-cabriolet, which is the motoring equivalent of sexy, figure-hugging lycra as opposed to cargo pants?) and that the ride is rather bumpy and noisy over rough surfaces. Some reviewers have mentioned the lack of a multi-stacker CD player as a downside, but in this writer's opinion, the standard single CD player is quite enough to add to the pleasure of driving the Mercedes Benz SLK 280.

In summary, the Mercedes Benz SLK 280 is a sporty, sexy and stylish little coupe-cabriolet that promises to be a joy to drive around town or on the open road.

Mercedes-Benz new models 2010

 

Review Of Mercedes Benz 2010 Models

 

Beginning with the spring of 2010, Mercedes-Benz will introduce the new E-Klasse Cabrio. Although its main opponent, the 3er Cabriolet, uses a hardtop, the engineers have decided to stick to the already famous cloth top, in order to save costs. The sexy design of the open-top model will be derived from that of its Coupe brother, displaying the elegant double headlights, the tail lights with LED technology and the historical Ponton rear wing crease. The engine offer and the safety, assistance and infotainment systems will be borrowed from the other models of the E-Klasse range.

Other models to be launched in 2010 are the R-Klasse FL, in the first part of the year, and another updated version of the legendary Gelandewagen. The G 500 will pe powered by the all new 4,6 litres biturbo V8 unit, delivering 435 BHP, whereas the top-of-the-range, the G 63 AMG, will boast 544 BHP and an estimated price tag of 135,000 euros.

 

In December 2010, the 3rd generation of the SLK-Klasse will celebrate its world premiere. The compact cabrio will lose its F1-inspired nose and will display a more conventional radiator grille, a la SLS AMG. The exterior design will feature the new Mercedes philosophy, with a sportier front fascia and clear lines. The powerplants offered for the SLK R172 will be completely new, amongst which the most delicious-sounding unit will be the one under the bonnet of the future SLK 55 AMG, which is said to be capable of delivering a maximum output 422 BHP.

In 2011, Mercedes-Benz will introduce the third generation M-Klasse. Alongside other big SUVs in the range, the ML will receive a power boost for ML 350 CDI version, which is to reach 252 BHP, and for the ML 450 version, rising up to 408 BHP. Among the major premieres of the new M-Klasse will be a sophisticated 4x4 management system.

In 2013, the Stuttgart-based carmaker will launch the opponent for the recently-presented BMW X1. Badged BLK-Klasse, it will use the new FWD platform of the A- & B-Klasse models and an attractive offer of petrol and diesel engines. Of course, the clients will be able to ask for AWD configuration, but the entry-level, the BLK 220 CDI, with a price tag around 34,000 euros, will only be available in FWD mode.

Mercedes S 500 L

Mercedes Benz Malaysia launched the new top-level gifts - different models a local high-performance V8 engine and vehicle assembly : The new S 500 L.





As with the previous series, the new flagship of Mercedes-Benz S 500 L, to be a role model for others to create the innovations is the right offer. The new, powerful V8 engine, which offers the driving experience more difficulty setting, thanks Pioneering safety features and exemplary comfort of the S 500 L. The new S 500 labels once again the outstanding features of the agile handling and standards. It sold around 500,000 of the world's No. 1 model in the luxury class, the series has been replaced.

Specify more than five decades, a special aura, intelligent technology and highest quality means of Mercedes models to the letter "S", he goes through. The new S 500 paeppunman, but to continue this tradition, but a new meaning behind it. 12, the first innovation in committee S - Class Distronic Plus - extended radar sensors to support Brake Assist Plus functionality with a massage from a dynamic multi-contour seats for the night at the latest infrared technology, you can enter the serial production of the new COMAND system, and the estimated ® occupant protection system Pre-Safe stops.
Performance: The new V8 engine, more than 26% more power from
New engines for Mercedes-Benz - Mercedes-Benz S - Class, or 26 percent more than in the previous series with the output torque up to 15% or more to provide additional development is the new one. The fuel consumption is reduced to a maximum of 9%.

The new eight-cylinder 5.5 liters and makes 285 horsepower kW/388 displacement class is one of the most powerful engine. Maximum torque also significantly improved significantly with the previous V8 engine, it is 530 Newton meters, and a wide speed range between 2800 to 4800 will be available in the RPM increases. 8-cylinder engine provides more driving pleasure typical result of a sports car. New
S 500 accelerates from 0 100 ㎞ L / h 5.4 seconds. Despite the combined 26% increase in production, 100 ㎞ from 11.8 to 12.0 liters per NEDC () of fuel consumption.
Suspension: AIRMATIC more agile handling and comfortable
Standard Airmatic air suspension and improved as new equipment and the operation S 500 L Mercedes-Benz a comfortable ride with a big contribution - Mercedes-Benz Adaptive Damping System (ADS), which is continuously adjustable damping characteristics combine and road conditions, take it to My Account, driving style and vehicle load. The system within just 50 milliseconds to change the current situation of each individual wheel damping force.

Adaptive Damping System shock absorber characteristics by further experience has improved. In this way, so much has helped to make the salon of agile handling characteristics between the compression and rebound damping forces to a large proportion.

Change Center console, the "S / C / M" S 500 L. The driver to use the key to the "comfort" to "sporty" and the suspension of the bar, the car adapt to the nature of the special features is a another level transmission mode and individually. 120 km / h and the sports mode automatically stops further processing, aerodynamics, fuel consumption and be lowered to improve by 20 millimeters.

Safety: Brake SSR with the latest generation of the book Safe ®
Mercedes - Benz, as well as brake assist and an increase in the Pre - SAFE ® as the more proven safety system, the S - Class. These high-tech innovations to help much to prevent accidents and to improve occupant protection and driver for help. New to be registered with brake assistant (BAS PLUS), by the radar at the front of the vehicle to issue a warning if the gap is too small or the closing speed is too high. If the risk of collision, brake assist, plus 2, you can immediately - even if the brake pedal, the driver is too little pressure in order to calculate the fractions for the brake. This is the back - end of the frequency of conflicts reduced.

Mercedes - Benz equally unique book - SAFE ® occupant protection system, the S - Class on board to provide even more security features, Brake Assist Plus and combined. Reservations - SAFE ® is to occur the potential accident situations: when a certain level slow down or skidding brakes, multi-contour seats nervous system, front seat belts as a precaution, and laugh on air cushion bags, and driver support for approaching passengers than in the past accepted and understood rear seat occupants.

To support reservation systems and brake, and a new combination - SAFE ® protection, which is further enhanced. Mercedes - Benz of its kind to come into action as quickly as possible the risk of an accident with a comprehensive security system that will demonstrate the world's first and only automotive brand.
Distronic Plus: a new system to help stop and go traffic
Likewise, brake assist, and combination with improved Distronic Plus control can be used. - Now support, since the radar system for all speed between 0 and 200 km / h operation, and that the driver more comfortable. Stop and go traffic, and DISTRONIC desired distance from the vehicle ahead of the deadlock in the salons of the brakes automatically if needed to maintain S 500 L of a program for traffic hwahaeteul speed again when it starts moving again. Support systems to reduce the workload of the driver and the driver must provide substantial fitness benefits are safe in this way.

Equipment Package Plus, Brake Assist Plus is DISTRONIC the configuration of the park, based on radar technology is also included. The system is imminent conflicts give an early warning when throwing.
A night view support: more security at night with infrared lights
Innovation system with the support of night premiere at the new S - Class S 500 L, Mercedes - Benz to add as a standard feature, created to reduce the dark hours of the accident, the risk of a large number of contributions. The system of the human eye and will therefore be deceptive data, the invisible infrared light is based. Two infrared headlamps, a fairly low beam, if the driver's view to expand the range of street lighting. An infrared camera mounted in jityieoteoui reflective image record of the way into the future and shows in the instrument cluster.
Body: expensive high-tech steel for maximum safety
Chassis dynamics, comfort, durability and other important characteristics of S to create important conditions for the class. Static torsional rigidity of the body - a safe and convenient interface for processing - about 12% compared to the previous S in comparison - has been enhanced classes, for example. Approx. More than half the height of the body are the components - strength, minimum weight and maximum strength - Automotive offers an unprecedented level of high-alloy steels. Cap, front fenders, trunk lids and other parts are made of aluminum.

The S and playback of high-quality recycled materials play an important role in the effectiveness of teaching. The new S component of total 27 classes of about 43kg and is made from natural materials. Compared to the previous series, this amount is increasing. Be 73% of the total weight of components made from renewable resources. The new luxury sedan, Mercedes - Benz has the environmental certification is the world's first car. The environment-oriented development process for the S - Class, during this time considerable progress has been confirmed in many ways. Create this environment, Mercedes-Benz flagship model, the authentication, for example, cars, and thus relate to the development of ecological aspects.
Interior: COMAND APS communication system
To feel comfortable in the driver - a unique experience, S - Class is powered by. I saw her, man and machine in a harmonious relationship in the new S 500 L. Entry

Innovative "Cockpit Management and Data System" - COMAND new S 500 L short of a hard disk-based navigation system with 8 "color display with a three-dimensional map function is a function. It offers a central control interface provides an additional individual telematics , and all elements. Map Malaysia, Singapore, Thailand and the high storage capacity. COMAND APS also communicate with high-end TV tuner, hard disk with a proprietary Harman / Kardon Logic 7 stored in the vehicle and surround sound system, 6 eulwihan the optimal configuration to get the speaker of the disc DVD changer, MP3 can read CD / DVD and video CD / DVD.

Rear-seat entertainment system with a high technical level of all rear passenger entertainment is provided. To stay independent, while the rear passengers can watch a DVD, as well as driver distraction, such as game consoles to watch TV without using an external entertainment devices in order.
Seats: multi-contour seats with advanced technology and back massage
The new Mercedes-Benz S 500 plaques of their clients in adapting to individual comfort requirements seokcheoreom Electric 12 - Lumbar support for front seats, standard equipment can be adjusted. Very active ventilation and comfortable seating, rear-seat multi-contour seats dynamic multi-contour front seats do for each trip by the residents.

Mercedes Benz multi-contour seats has also improved the technology. Now the contours of the seat in front seat can be individually adjusted so that air allows 11 threads. New improved from the air chamber, a piezo-valve technology at a much faster rate than previously multi-contour seats significantly the dynamics of the seat is operated. Steering angle, lateral acceleration and speed on the road, the piezoelectric valve inflationary pressure on both sides of the backrests and the fractional time the volume of the air chamber and the second, better conditions for the support of the driver and passenger.

Inflated Dynamic multi-contour seat backrest in the order of succession deflated and programming will be equipped with separate air chambers. The new S - Class passengers can be a result of the back muscles a massage gently stimulates the circulation and scored again so soon will help to prevent fatigue. Mercedes multi-contour seat - the driver is the front passenger and rear passengers - the label "healthy back campaign" for a spine-friendly design, product testing organization, no German.

Folding rear seat back to the table, so little water, and the integration is secured by a locking mechanism in place. Generously each passenger rear back - the size of the folding table surface. This table can be folded manually press the button you press will be used. Flush mount folding table, I thank you, but not with knee space when folded is located interfere. Use a good wood veneers and luxurious rooms exclusively to improve the appearance.
Drivers - Fitness relieve Safety: Stress, the S Class
The new S 500 L model, the high level of comfort and modern technology, drivers, drivers, and emphasize the positive impact on compliance. This medicine S - Comparison between the classes and the competition model is confirmed by scientific studies. Daimler experts at the Institute during this period, usually measured stress indicators 500 ㎞ way. The same driving and traffic conditions, the driver of the Mercedes at the bar from 6% in the average heart rate per minute up to the competition model (or 5 beats) was more than the driver.

In terms of professional, high-stress, especially the security provided by Mercedes-Benz flagship will be revoked. It focuses on traffic safety in critical situations, to react the driver and the confidence to be maintained to guarantee their performance. The first S - class comfort - as well as class, so that the benefits of individual health and overall safety on the roads.

The new Mercedes-Benz S 500 L is priced at RM998, 888.00.