| Model Year | 2011 | 2008 | |
| Model | Mercedes-Benz SLK | Mini Convertible | |
| Engine | 3.5L V6 DOHC-4v 300 hp@6500 265 lb-ft@4900 |
supercharged 1.6L I4 DOHC-4v 208 hp@6000 180 lb-ft@4500 |
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| Transmission | 7-speed shiftable automatic | 6-speed manual | |
| Drivetrain | RWD | FWD | |
| Body | 2dr Hardtop conv. | 2dr Convertible | |
| Difference | |||
| Wheelbase | 95.7 in | 97.1 in | -1.4 in |
| Length | 160.7 in | 143.1 in | 17.6 in |
| Width | 70.4 in | 66.5 in | 3.9 in |
| Height | 51.0 in | 55.5 in | -4.5 in |
| Curb Weight | 3295 lb. | 2855 lb. | 440 lb. |
| Fuel Capacity | 18.5 gal. | 13.2 gal. | 5.3 gal. |
| Headroom, Row 1 | 37.9 in | 38.4 in | -0.5 in |
| Shoulder Room, Row 1 | 52.2 in | 50.9 in | 1.3 in |
| Hip Room, Row 1 | 54.6 in | 0.0 in | 54.6 in |
| Legroom, Row 1 | 42.5 in | 41.3 in | 1.2 in |
| Headroom, Row 2 | 0.0 in | 38.1 in | -38.1 in |
| Shoulder Room, Row 2 | 0.0 in | 39.0 in | -39 in |
| Legroom, Row 2 | 0.0 in | 27.5 in | -27.5 in |
| Total Legroom | 42.5 in (over 1 rows) | 68.8 in (over 2 rows) | -26.3 in |
| Cargo Volume, Minimum | 6.5 ft3 | 4.2 ft3 | 2.3 ft3 |
| Cargo Volume, Maximum | 9.8 ft3 | 4.2 ft3 | 5.6 ft3 |
None of our members have yet commented on the seat room and comfort of the 2011 Mercedes-Benz SLK.
| 2008 Mini Convertible Seat Room and Comfort: Cons | ||
| Year | Body/Powertrain | Comment |
| 2008 | 2dr Convertible supercharged 168hp 1.6L I4 6-speed manual FWD |
no leg room see full Mini Convertible review |