2008 Mercedes-Benz SLK280 MPG and Fuel Economy

On this page, you will find a complete guide to the miles per gallon and fuel efficiency data for the 2008 Mercedes-Benz SLK280.

The 2008 Mercedes-Benz SLK280 has 2 model options: Automatic 7-spd 6-cyl, 3.0 L and Manual 6-spd 6-cyl, 3.0 L.

The 2008 Mercedes-Benz SLK280 Automatic 7-spd 6-cyl, 3.0 L runs on premium gasoline and is in the Two Seaters car class.

The 2008 Mercedes-Benz SLK280 Manual 6-spd 6-cyl, 3.0 L runs on premium gasoline and is in the Two Seaters car class.

🛣 How Many Miles per Gallon (MPG) Does a 2008 Mercedes-Benz SLK280 Get?

Across all models, the combined average MPG for the 2008 Mercedes-Benz SLK280 is 20 miles per gallon.

The table below breaks down the MPG for each model option:

Model OptionCombined MPGCity MPGHighway MPG
Automatic 7-spd 6-cyl, 3.0 L201824
Manual 6-spd 6-cyl, 3.0 L201725

💵 What is the Average Yearly Fuel Cost for a 2008 Mercedes-Benz SLK280?

The average fuel costs for all models of the 2008 Mercedes-Benz SLK280 is $3,700.

The average fuel costs have been estimated by government regulators based on 15,000 miles driven per year, using regular gasoline, and a split of 55% city driving and 45% highway driving.

Comparing a 2008 Mercedes-Benz SLK280 to an average vehicle over 5 years, you will spend $7,000 more on fuel.

The table below shows the fuel costs and 5-year save/spend for each model option:

Model OptionFuel Cost5-Year Save/Spend
Automatic 7-spd 6-cyl, 3.0 L$3,700spend $7,000 more
Manual 6-spd 6-cyl, 3.0 L$3,700spend $7,000 more

🛢 How Many Barrels of Petroleum Does a 2008 Mercedes-Benz SLK280 Consume?

Across all models, the average number barrels of petroleum that the 2008 Mercedes-Benz SLK280 will consume in one year is 15 barrels.

The majority of the world's petroleum is sourced from countries like Saudi Arabia, Russia, Iraq, and the United States.

Model OptionBarrels
Automatic 7-spd 6-cyl, 3.0 L15
Manual 6-spd 6-cyl, 3.0 L15

💨 How Many Grams of CO2 Does a 2008 Mercedes-Benz SLK280 Emit?

The 2008 Mercedes-Benz SLK280 will emit an average of about -15,000 grams of CO2 per year.

🌳 To help you understand the impact of this, a normal tree will absorb around 21,000 grams of CO2 per year. This means that roughly 1 tree would be needed to offset emissions from the 2008 Mercedes-Benz SLK280.

Overview

The tables below cover all of the miles per gallon, engine specifications, and emission details we have for the 2 2008 Mercedes-Benz SLK280 model options.

Automatic 7-spd 6-cyl, 3.0 L

The table below contains all of the details we have for the 2008 Mercedes-Benz SLK280 Automatic 7-spd 6-cyl, 3.0 L:

City MPG18
Highway MPG24
Combined MPG20
Save/Spend vs Average CarSpend $7,000
Fuel Cost$3,700
Fuel Type 1Premium
Barrels of Petroleum15
Grams of CO2-15,000
Trees Needed to Offset-1
DriveRear-Wheel Drive
Cylinders6
Displacement3
TransmissionAutomatic 7-spd
Vehicle ClassTwo Seaters
Start/Stop?No
Supercharged?No
Turbocharged?No

Manual 6-spd 6-cyl, 3.0 L

The table below contains all of the details we have for the 2008 Mercedes-Benz SLK280 Manual 6-spd 6-cyl, 3.0 L:

City MPG17
Highway MPG25
Combined MPG20
Save/Spend vs Average CarSpend $7,000
Fuel Cost$3,700
Fuel Type 1Premium
Barrels of Petroleum15
Grams of CO2-15,000
Trees Needed to Offset-1
DriveRear-Wheel Drive
Cylinders6
Displacement3
TransmissionManual 6-spd
Vehicle ClassTwo Seaters
Start/Stop?No
Supercharged?No
Turbocharged?No

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  • "2008 Mercedes-Benz SLK280 MPG and Fuel Economy." MPG Buddy. Accessed on January 3, 2026. https://mpgbuddy.com/cars/mercedes-benz/slk280/2008.

  • "2008 Mercedes-Benz SLK280 MPG and Fuel Economy." MPG Buddy, https://mpgbuddy.com/cars/mercedes-benz/slk280/2008. Accessed January 3, 2026.

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