The Comparative Analysis :
Lotus Exige Roadster Sport 380 (17 - 18) vs. Mercedes SLK 280 (05 - 08)
€ 90,700
€ 41,200
€ 90,700
Base Price ⓘBase price of a new vehicle with standard equipment in Germany at market launch.
€ 41,200
ⓘBase price of a new vehicle with standard equipment in Germany at market launch. Price Info
Vehicle Dimensions
The dimensions of these vehicles differ slightly. The Lotus Exige Roadster is 0.2 inches shorter, 0.6 inches wider and 6.6 inches lower than the Mercedes SLK 280.
Lotus Exige Roadster
Mercedes SLK 280
44.4
70.9
78.8
51
70.4
77.6
70.9 in
Width
70.4 in
78.8 in
Width Incl. Mirrors
77.6 in
44.4 in
Height
51 in
93.3
160.8
95.7
161
160.8 in
Length
161 in
93.3 in
Wheelbase
95.7 in
Vehicle Weight
Lotus Exige Roadster
Mercedes SLK 280
2447 lb
Curb Weight
3175 lb
4409 lb
Gross Vehicle
Weight
Weight
3869 lb
Weight Difference:
728 lb
22.93 %
General
Lotus Exige Roadster
Mercedes SLK 280
Exige S3
Generation
R171
Roadster
Car Body Style
Roadster
Mid-Grade Unleaded
Fuel Type
Mid-Grade Unleaded
Rear-wheel drive
Drivetrain
Rear-wheel drive
6-speed manual transmission
Transmission
6-speed manual transmission
Engine
Lotus Exige Roadster
Mercedes SLK 280
V6 gasoline engine with compressor
Engine Type
V6 gasoline engine (naturally aspirated engine)
Engine Series
Mercedes-Benz M 272
Engine Code
M 272.942
4
Valves
4
6
Cylinders
6
3.5 L / 171 cu in
Displacement
3 L / 147 cu in
375 hp
at 6700 rpm
Power
228 hp
at 6100 rpm
Lotus Exige Roadster
375 hp
228 hp
Mercedes SLK 280
302 lb‑ft
at 5000 rpm
Max. Torque
221 lb‑ft
at 3500 rpm
Lotus Exige Roadster
302 lb‑ft
221 lb‑ft
Mercedes SLK 280
Performance
Lotus Exige Roadster
Mercedes SLK 280
178 mph
Maximum Speed
155 mph
3.7 sec
Acceleration 0 to 62 mph
6.3 sec
62 mph
62
mph
mph
167 ft
0.000 sec
Lotus Exige Roadster
62 mph
62
mph
mph
289 ft
0.000 sec
Mercedes SLK 280
▶ REPLAY
6.53 lb/hp
Weight-to-Power Ratio
13.93 lb/hp
Lotus Exige Roadster
6.53 lb/hp
13.93 lb/hp
Mercedes SLK 280
Fuel Economy / Emissions
Lotus Exige Roadster
Mercedes SLK 280
Fuel Economy
23 mpg
combined
24 mpg
Lotus Exige Roadster
23 mpg
24 mpg
Mercedes SLK 280
17 mpg
city
17 mpg
28 mpg
highway
33 mpg
10.6 gal
Fuel Tank Capacity
18.5 gal
239 mi
Range
449 mi
Lotus Exige Roadster
239 mi
449 mi
Mercedes SLK 280
Environmental Impact
197 kWh
Total Energy Consumption
per 100 miles ⓘThe total energy consumption per 100 miles is the amount of energy consumed by a vehicle when burning fuel or using electricity per 100 miles (final energy), and the energy required to produce the appropriate amount of fuel or electricity (primary energy).
per 100 miles ⓘThe total energy consumption per 100 miles is the amount of energy consumed by a vehicle when burning fuel or using electricity per 100 miles (final energy), and the energy required to produce the appropriate amount of fuel or electricity (primary energy).
183.8 kWh
Lotus Exige Roadster
197 kWh
183.8 kWh
Mercedes SLK 280
Euro 6
Emission Standard
Euro 4
389 g/mi (NEFZ)
CO2 Emissions
372 g/mi (NEFZ)
Practical Convenience
Lotus Exige Roadster
Mercedes SLK 280
2
Doors
2
2
No. of Seats
2
1962 lb
Maximum Payload
694 lb
3.2 cu ft
Trunk Volume
8.5 cu ft
No data
Cargo Volume (Seats Down)
No data
