Tag: SLK R172

  • Vath Mercedes-Benz SLK R172

    Vath has unveiled their tuning program for the Mercedes-Benz SLK R172 including both style and performance modifications.

    The exterior package includes a new front lip spoiler and modified rear diffuser. There are also a set of lowering springs to improve the stance and huge 20” alloy wheels fitted with low-profile tires.

    The interior boasts carbon fiber elements, aluminum pedals and velour floor mats. Vath also offers a revised speedometer graduated up to 330 km/h (205 mph).

    Other goodies feature high-performance brake system, a LSD (limited slip differential) and a stainless steel sport exhaust system.

    There are performance packages for the 200 CGI, 250 CGI and 350 CGI. The SLK 200 CGI is boosted to 210 PS (154 kW) and 310Nm (229 lb-ft) of torque, while the tuned SLK 250 CGI has 244PS (179 kW) and 360Nm (265 lb-ft). The mighty SLK 350 CGI boasts 330PS (243 kW) and 390Nm (288 lb-ft) of torque.

    Vath Mercedes-Benz SLK R172
    Vath Mercedes-Benz SLK R172
    Vath Mercedes-Benz SLK R172
    Vath Mercedes-Benz SLK R172
    Vath Mercedes-Benz SLK R172
    Vath Mercedes-Benz SLK R172
    Vath Mercedes-Benz SLK R172
    Vath Mercedes-Benz SLK R172
    Vath Mercedes-Benz SLK R172
    Vath Mercedes-Benz SLK R172
    Vath Mercedes-Benz SLK R172
    Vath Mercedes-Benz SLK R172
    Vath Mercedes-Benz SLK R172
    Vath Mercedes-Benz SLK R172

    Source: Vath

  • BRABUS Mercedes SLK R172

    Brabus has announced their tuning program for the latest Mercedes-Benz SLK – the R172 model.

    The roadster received aerodynamics package consisting of two front spoiler lips, rear fenders, rear diffuser and a rear spoiler on the trunk lid. All aerodynamic-enhancement elements also serve more than just a visual function; they reduce lift in the rear as well.

    Brabus R172 stands on Monoblock wheels available in various one-piece or multi-piece designs with diameters ranging from 17” to 20”.

    In the gallery you will find BRABUS Monoblock F wheels painted the new exclusive Liquid Titanium color. The dimensions are 8.5J x 20” in front and in size 9.5J x 20” on the rear fitted with high-performance tires – Continental, Pirelli or YOKOHAMA in sizes 235/30 ZR 20 and 275/25 ZR 20, respectively.

    The tuner also offers custom-developed sport springs. They are calibrated to work with the production shocks, and lower the ride height of the two-seater by some 30 mm.

    BRABUS also offers various versions of its high-performance brake systems for the new SLK.

    The performance upgrades include: the BRABUS ECO PowerXtra B20 CGI, BRABUS ECO PowerXtra B25 CGI and BRABUS ECO PowerXtra B25S CGI.

    Brabus stainless-steel sport exhaust system comes with four tailpipes.

    The interior boasts high-gloss polished stainless-steel scuff plates with BRABUS logo and sporty elements such as aluminum foot pedals and shifter. The seats can be upholstered in BRABUS Mastik leather and Alcantara.

    BRABUS Mercedes SLK R172 FrontSide
    BRABUS Mercedes SLK R172 FrontSide

    Source: Brabus