Head to head
Mercedes-Benz SLK-Class vs Rolls-Royce Phantom
The Mercedes-Benz SLK-Class is a two-seat folding hard-top roadster. The Rolls-Royce Phantom is a flagship v12 chauffeur limousine.
Last reviewed 13 September 2026
Specifications side by side
| Mercedes-Benz SLK-Class | Rolls-Royce Phantom | |
|---|---|---|
| 0-60mph | 5.8 seconds (SLK300) to 4.5 seconds (AMG SLK55) | 5.3 seconds |
| SLK300 power | 241hp | - |
| SLK350 power | 302hp | - |
| AMG SLK55 power | 415hp | - |
| Boot capacity | 10.1cu ft roof up, 6.4cu ft roof down | - |
| Engine | - | 6.75-litre twin-turbo V12 |
| Power | - | 563hp at 5,000rpm |
| Torque | - | 664 lb-ft at 1,700rpm |
| Top speed | - | 155mph (limited) |
| Wheelbase | - | 140.0 inches / 3,556mm |
Sources: Mercedes-Benz SLK-Class, Rolls-Royce Phantom. Figures vary by model year and options, so check with the supplier before you commit.
Buy or hire the SLK-Class if...
A compact two-seat roadster with a folding metal hard-top, popular on the used and specialist rental market as an affordable sunny-day convertible. Later replaced by the SLC.
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Buy or hire the Phantom if...
Rolls-Royce's flagship limousine, bought and hired for weddings, state occasions and VIP chauffeur work rather than driven by the hirer. The long wheelbase and twin-turbo V12 prioritise a silent, cushioned ride over performance, which is exactly what chauffeur firms are selling.
Listed by
- Prince Chauffeurs - London
Common questions
What is the difference between the Mercedes-Benz SLK-Class and the Rolls-Royce Phantom?
The Mercedes-Benz SLK-Class is a two-seat folding hard-top roadster; the Rolls-Royce Phantom is a flagship V12 chauffeur limousine.
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