The Mercedes SLK roadster will offer a diesel engine to its previous petrol-only line-up from early next year.
The SLK 250 CDI offers 56.5mpg and 132g/km and is fitted with standard 7G-Tronic Plus auto transmission. The sporty car will do 0-62mph in 6.7 seconds with a top speed of 150mph.
Mercedes said the new diesel SLK is “the mot powerful diesel model in its class and gives the roadster the potential for extremely sporty performance”.
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