2010 Mercedes-Benz SLK-Class
The Verdict
Worst problem area
No complaints reported
No complaints have been filed with NHTSA for this model-year.
Complaints filed fell from 3 in 2009 to 0 in 2010.
Data last changed . Sources: NHTSA complaints and recalls, EPA fuel economy data. Methodology
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Cost, Fuel Economy & Complaint History
| Category | 2008 | 2009 | 2010 | 2011 | 2012 | vs. 2010 Two Seaters |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Annual fuel cost ($) | 3,900–4,850 | 3,700–4,550 | 3,700–4,550 | 3,700–3,900 | 3,000–3,500 | |
| Combined MPG | 16–20 | 17–21 | 17–21 | 20–21 | 22–26 | |
| City / Highway MPG | 14–18 / 20–25 | 14–19 / 22–26 | 14–19 / 22–26 | 18–19 / 25–26 | 19–23 / 28–32 | |
| CO₂ tailpipe (g/mi) | 444–555 | 423–523 | 423–523 | 423–444 | 342–404 | |
| Complaints filed | 14 | 3 | 0 | 0 | 12 | |
| Recalls issued | 3 | 1 | 0 | 0 | 0 | |
| Crash-involved complaints | 1 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | |
| Fire-involved complaints | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | |
| Injuries reported | 1 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 1 | |
| Deaths reported | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | |
| Configurations compared | 5 | 5 | 5 | 4 | 4 |
Not compared: this database has no vehicle sales or registration figures, so a raw count mostly reflects how many were sold, not how safe the vehicle is.
Common questions
How many recalls does the 2010 Mercedes-Benz SLK-Class have?
No NHTSA recall campaigns as of Sep 16, 2026.
What gas mileage does the 2010 Mercedes-Benz SLK-Class get?
EPA rates it 17–21 MPG combined across 5 configurations.
How much does it cost to fuel a 2010 Mercedes-Benz SLK-Class?
EPA estimates $3,700–$4,550 a year in fuel costs, using EPA's assumptions.
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EPA-Rated Configurations (5)
| Configuration | Transmission | Cylinders | Displacement | Drivetrain | Fuel Type | Vehicle Class | City | Highway | Combined | Annual Fuel Cost | CO₂ |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Configuration 1 | Automatic 7-spd | 6 | 3.5L | Rear-Wheel Drive | Premium | Two Seaters | 19 mpg (high) | 26 mpg (high) | 21 mpg (high) | $3,700 (low) | 423 g/mi (low) |
| Configuration 2 | Manual 6-spd | 6 | 3.5L | Rear-Wheel Drive | Premium | Two Seaters | 17 mpg | 25 mpg | 20 mpg | $3,900 | 444 g/mi |
| Configuration 3 | Automatic 7-spd | 6 | 3.5L | Rear-Wheel Drive | Premium | Two Seaters | 18 mpg | 25 mpg | 20 mpg | $3,900 | 444 g/mi |
| Configuration 4 | Automatic 7-spd | 8 | 5.5L | Rear-Wheel Drive | Premium | Two Seaters | 14 mpg (low) | 22 mpg (low) | 17 mpg (low) | $4,550 (high) | 523 g/mi (high) |
| Configuration 5 | Manual 6-spd | 6 | 3.0L | Rear-Wheel Drive | Premium | Two Seaters | 18 mpg | 26 mpg (high) | 21 mpg (high) | $3,700 (low) | 423 g/mi (low) |
Complaints by Category
| Category | Complaints | Crash-Involved | Fire-Involved | Injuries | Deaths |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Engine | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Transmission & Drivetrain | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Fuel System | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Electrical | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Brakes | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Steering | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Suspension, Wheels & Tires | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Airbags & Restraints | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Driver Assistance & Speed Control | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Body, Seats & Latches | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Visibility & Lighting | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Other | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 |
Recalls
No recalls have been issued for this model-year.