Used Mercedes-Benz SLK for Sale nearPeoria, AZ

How much does the Mercedes-Benz SLK cost in today's market?

Used Mercedes-Benz SLK prices span a wide range depending on model year. Here's what the market looks like right now:

The Mercedes-Benz SLK's current nationwide average price is $13,227, and its lowest point over the past year was $9,981. Recently, prices have come down for the 2014 and 2015 models, making now a good time to shop recent model years.

Is the Mercedes-Benz SLK a good car?

Yes — the Mercedes-Benz SLK is a strong pick if you want a stylish roadster with a rewarding driving feel. The all-generations owner rating is 4.5/5 across every model year in the data. Owners repeatedly praise its design, powerful engine options, luxurious interior, and enjoyable handling. 25.4% of listings are priced as good or great deals.

Are Mercedes-Benz SLK models reliable?

Owners consistently praise the SLK for its solid driving experience, strong performance, and upscale feel, and expert feedback aligns with that sporty, well-built character. The hardtop convertible setup and balanced handling also come through as recurring strengths in owner feedback.

• Owners rate the Mercedes-Benz SLK between 4 and 5 out of 5 stars across all model years in the data.

For used buyers, long-term ownership risk is shaped more by maintenance history and how the car was cared for than by the model's core appeal.

What should I look for when buying a used Mercedes-Benz SLK?

Across all model years, at 72.4% accident-free, a meaningful share of listings has prior incidents — history verification is especially important.

What Mercedes-Benz SLK do most buyers choose?

The Mercedes-Benz SLK years with the most listings are 2014, 2015, and 2016.

Higher-volume years usually give you more choices, which can make it easier to compare prices, colors, and equipment. They also tend to be the first places to look when you want a broader selection of well-priced listings.

What is the Mercedes-Benz SLK's resale value?

Prices are moving lower across the years shown, which can work in your favor if you're shopping used. The changes are fairly close in size, so neither year stands out as dramatically stronger than the other on resale. That makes recent-model SLKs appealing if you want a sporty roadster with softer pricing than before. The 2015 and 2014 model years have held their value best, with the smallest year-over-year price changes.

Should I buy a used Mercedes-Benz SLK now?

Buy now if:

• Price trend: The 2015 model is at −7.39% versus a year ago, and the 2014 model is at −7.76%.
• Deal availability: The 2015 model has 32% good and great deals, and the 2014 model has 34.2%.
• Sweet-spot year: The 2014 model has the most listings at a current average price of $16,106.

If you're buying used today, the 2014 model year offers the best mix of value and availability.

How does the 2016 Mercedes-Benz SLK compare to the 2020 BMW Z4?

Read our full side-by-side expert comparison here.

These recommendations are based on CarGurus' proprietary market data from November 3, 2026, CarGurus experts' opinions, and generative AI.