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Compare BMW 3 Series Convertible vs Mercedes-AMG SLK 55

BMW 3 Series Convertible
2013 BMW 3 Series Convertible
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$47,900
Starting Price (MSRP)
N/A
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Mercedes-AMG SLK 55
2016 Mercedes-AMG SLK 55
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$72,600
Starting Price (MSRP)
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Overview

Engine
3.0L Inline-6 Gas
Engine
5.5L V8 Gas
Transmission
6-Speed Automatic
Transmission
7-Speed Automatic
Drivetrain
Rear-Wheel Drive
Drivetrain
Rear-Wheel Drive
Fuel Economy
City: 18 MPG
Hwy: 27 MPG
Fuel Economy
City: 19 MPG
Hwy: 28 MPG
Fuel Tank Capacity
16.1 gallons
Fuel Tank Capacity
18.5 gallons
Seating Capacity
4 seater
Seating Capacity
2 seater
Trunk Volume
9 ft³
Trunk Volume
6.4 ft³

Photos

BMW 3 Series Convertible
2011-2013 BMW 3 Series Convertible Rear View Driving
2011-2013 BMW 3 Series Convertible Dashboard
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Mercedes-AMG SLK 55
2012-2016 Mercedes-Benz AMG SLK 55 Open Top
2012-2016 Mercedes-Benz AMG SLK 55 Dashboard
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Performance Specs

Engine and Transmission

Engine
3.0L Inline-6 Gas
5.5L V8 Gas
Horsepower
230 hp @ 6500 rpm
415 hp @ 6800 rpm
Torque
200 lb-ft @ 2750 rpm
398 lb-ft @ 4500 rpm
Transmission
6-Speed Automatic
7-Speed Automatic
Drivetrain
Rear-Wheel Drive
Rear-Wheel Drive

Weight and Towing

Curb Weight
3,891 lbs
3,583 lbs
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Fuel and MPG

Fuel Economy

Combined
21 MPG
22 MPG
City
18 MPG
19 MPG
Highway
27 MPG
28 MPG

Emissions

CO2 Emissions @ 15K mi/year
8.7 Tons/yr
8.0 (Est) Tons/yr
EPA rating
5
N/A

Fuel Tank

Fuel Tank Capacity
16.1 gallons
18.5 gallons
Cruising Range City
289.8 miles
351.5 miles
Cruising Range Highway
434.7 miles
518 miles

Dimensions and Measurement

Exterior Dimensions

Length
181.9 in
163.2 in
Height
54.5 in
51.2 in
Max Width
71.5 in
71.5 in
Front Width
59.1 in
61 in
Rear Width
59.6 in
61.7 in
Wheelbase
108.7 in
95.7 in
Ground Clearance
5.4 in
N/A

Interior Space

Seating Capacity
4 seater
2 seater
Front Seat Leg Room
42 in
42.5 in
Front Seat Headroom
38 in
39.1 in
Front Seat Shoulder Room
55.3 in
52.2 in
Rear Seat Leg Room
32 in
N/A
Rear Seat Headroom
36.5 in
N/A
Rear Seat Shoulder Room
49.3 in
N/A

Cargo Space

Trunk Volume
9 ft³
6.4 ft³

Wheels and Suspension

Steering

Steering Type
Pwr Rack & Pinion
Rack-Pinion
Turning Diameter
36.1 ft
34.5 ft

Wheels

Wheels Type
Aluminum Wheels
Aluminum Wheels
Front Wheel Size
17" x 8.0"
18" x 8"
Rear Wheel Size
17" x 8.0"
18" x 9"

Suspension

Front Suspension
MacPherson Strut
Strut
Rear Suspension
5-Link
Multi-Link

Tires

Front Tire
225/45R17
P235/40YR18
Rear Tire
225/45R17
P255/35YR18
Spare Tire
N/A
Compact

Colors and Materials

Standard Exterior Colors

  • Alpine White
  • Crimson Red
  • Jet Black
  • Black
  • Mars Red
  • Polar White

Optional Exterior Colors

  • Black Sapphire Metallic
  • Deep Sea Blue Metallic
  • Le Mans Blue Metallic, (REQ: ZMP M Sport Pkg)
  • Liquid Blue Metallic
  • Mineral White Metallic
  • Orion Silver Metallic
  • Space Gray Metallic
  • Titanium Silver Metallic
  • Vermilion Red Metallic
  • Diamond Silver Metallic
  • Indium Gray Metallic
  • Iridium Silver Metallic
  • Lunar Blue Metallic
  • Obsidian Black Metallic
  • Selenite Grey Metallic
  • designo Cardinal Red Metallic
  • designo Diamond White Metallic
  • designo Magno Shadow Grey

Standard Interior Materials

  • Black, Leatherette seat trim
  • Cream Beige, Leatherette seat trim
  • Bengal Red/Black, Premium Leather Upholstery
  • Black, AMG Carbon Styling Nappa Leather Upholstery
  • Black, Premium Leather Upholstery
  • Sahara Beige, Premium Leather Upholstery

Optional Interior Materials

  • Black, Dakota leather seat trim
  • Coral Red/Black, Dakota leather seat trim
  • Cream Beige, Dakota leather seat trim
  • Gray, Dakota leather seat trim
  • Oyster/Black, Dakota leather seat trim
  • Saddle Brown, Dakota leather seat trim
N/A

Features and Options

Infotainment

HD Radio
Standard
Standard
Bluetooth Connection
Standard
Standard
Hard Disk Drive Media Storage
Optional
Optional
Premium Sound System
Not Available
Standard
Satellite Radio
Optional
Standard
Smart Device Integration
Optional
Not Available
Auxiliary Audio Input
Standard
Standard
MP3 Player
Standard
Standard

Interior Trim

Bucket Seats
Standard
Standard
Leather Seats
Optional
Standard
Leather Steering Wheel
Standard
Standard
Premium Synthetic Seats
Standard
Not Available
Sun/Moonroof
Not Available
Standard

Comfort

Navigation System
Optional
Optional
Steering Wheel Audio Controls
Standard
Standard
Power Mirror(s)
Standard
Standard
A/C
Standard
Standard
Adaptive Cruise Control
Optional
Not Available
Climate Control
Standard
Optional
Cruise Control
Standard
Standard
Heated Front Seat(s)
Optional
Standard
Heated Steering Wheel
Optional
Not Available
Keyless Entry
Standard
Standard
Multi-Zone A/C
Standard
Optional
Power Driver Seat
Standard
Standard
Power Passenger Seat
Standard
Standard
Remote Trunk Release
Standard
Not Available
Seat Memory
Standard
Standard
Universal Garage Door Opener
Not Available
Standard
Rear A/C
Standard
Not Available
Keyless Start
Optional
Standard
Telematics
Optional
Standard

Safety

Safety Features

Rear Parking Aid
Optional
Optional
Blind Spot Monitor
Not Available
Optional
Lane Departure Warning
Not Available
Optional
ABS
Standard
Standard
Tire Pressure Monitor
Standard
Standard
Brake Assist
Standard
Standard
Stability Control
Standard
Standard
Traction Control
Standard
Standard

US NHTSA Crash Test Result

Rollover Rating
N/A

Airbags

Driver Air Bag
Standard
Standard
Front Head Air Bag
Not Available
Standard
Front Side Air Bag
Standard
Standard
Knee Air Bag
Not Available
Standard
Passenger Air Bag
Standard
Standard

Warranty

Warranty Summary

Basic
4 Years / 50,000 Miles
4 Years / 50,000 Miles
Corrosion
12 Years / Unlimited Miles
4 Years / 50,000 Miles
Drivetrain
4 Years / 50,000 Miles
4 Years / 50,000 Miles
Maintenance
4 Years / 50,000 Miles
N/A
Roadside Assistance Note
Assist Safety Plan
N/A
Roadside Assistance
4 Years / Unlimited Miles
4 Years / 50,000 Miles
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