Interesting Facts About the Mercedes-Benz SLC-Class R172
The Mercedes‑Benz SLC‑Class (formerly SLK‑Class) entered its third generation, code‑named R172, in the early 2010s. Produced from 2011 until the end of 2020, this executive roadster marked the final chapter of the SLK lineage.
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Launch and Generation Timeline
The third‑generation R172 was unveiled in Stuttgart in January 2011 after an earlier announcement in 2010, succeeding the second‑generation R171 (2004‑2010). It remained in production through 2020, completing the model’s three‑generation history.
First Diesel Powertrain Available
For the first time in the SLK/SLC line‑up, the R172 offered a diesel engine option when the third generation was introduced in 2010, expanding the model’s efficiency and market appeal.
High‑Performance Variants
The R172 range included the upscale SLK 350 BlueEFFICIENCY with a V6 engine and the SLK 55 AMG, which featured a V8 delivering 415 hp at 6,800 rpm, showcasing Mercedes‑Benz’s performance engineering within the roadster segment.
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