2012 Mercedes-Benz SLK350

On my walk through the parking lot stands a beauty with a powerful soul, the Mercedes-Benz SLK350 2012 version. Exotics in India has covered the previous version of the Mercedes-Benz SLK350, however the 2012 version looks fantastic than its previous versions.

The 2012 version of the SLK350 illustrates a striking new Mercedes-Benz brand look by featuring an eye-catching radiator grill emphasizing on the well-proportioned long hood which creates a close visual link with the new Mercedes-Benz SLS AMG gullwing.

Professor Gorden Wagener, Head of Design at Mercedes-Benz Cars says "The SLK continues the illustrious roadster tradition of Mercedes-Benz, and excitingly takes it into the future. The design idiom accentuates its lively, athletic presence, and is also sculptural. It expresses personality and sensuality. The same applies to the interior. High-grade materials, lovingly crafted details and a very exclusive finish characterize the essentially very sporty atmosphere."

Stocked with a 3.5L V6 engine, the 2012 Mercedes-Benz SLK350 easily puts out a massive 302hp and torque of 273ft. lbs. This beauty takes just 5.6 seconds to accelerate from 0-100 km/h and hits a top-speed of 250 km/h.

As standard equipment the SLK350 includes, AIRGUIDE, ATTENTION ASSIST, 7-G TRONIC, PRE-SAFE system, Bi-xenon headlamps, PARKTRONIC, Intelligent Light System with bi-xenon headlamps; LED daytime running lamps to identify a few.

Mercedes-Benz divides their vehicle safety language “integral safety concept” into 4 phases,

1. Safe Driving: During the journey, the vehicle helps the driver to identify critical situations promptly and handle them safely.

2. In Critical Situations: In the event of danger, numerous preventive measures can be activated to reduce the risk of injury. In the event of an accident,

3. During an Accident: The occupants can benefit from effective, individualised protection provided by the comprehensive range of passive safety systems.

4. After an Accident: The phase after an accident, when for example the hazard warning flashers are automatically activated to reduce the risk of new accidents.

For the 2012 SLK350, Mercedes-Benz offers genuine accessories like the MercedesSport rear spoiler, the chromed fin attachments for the bonnet and the light-alloy wheels in various designs and sizes.