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Mercedes-Benz SL 500

General information

ModelMercedes-Benz SL 500
Year2000
CategoryCabriolets/sport cars
Rating64.7 out of 100. Show full rating and compare with other cars

Main features, safety and ecconomy

Engine size4966 ccm (303.03 cubic inches)
Fuel typeGasoline
DriveRear wheels
TransmissionManual, 5-speed

Engine and transmission

Engine locationFront
Displacement4966 ccm (303.03 cubic inches)
Engine typeInline, 8 cylinder
Max power306.00 PS (225 kW or 302 HP) at 5600 Rev. per min.
Max torque469.00 Nm (47.8 kgf-m or 345.9 ft.lbs) at 2700 Rev. per min.
Bore x stroke96.5 x 85.0 mm (3.8 x 3.3 inches)
Fuel systemInjection
Valves per cylinder3
GearboxManual, 5-speed

Speed and acceleration

Power/weight ratio0.1686 PS/kg

Exterior and interior

Max no. of doors2
Passenger space4540 litres (1,199 gallons)
Aerodynamic dragcoefisient0.3

Steering, brakes and tires

Front brakesDisks
Rear brakesDisks
Brake detailsAntiblocking system (ABS)

Dimensions and weight

Weight1815 kg (4,001.4 pounds)
Overall length4470 mm (176.0 inches)
Overall width1820 mm (71.7 inches)
Overall height1300 mm (51.2 inches)
Wheelbase2520 mm (99.2 inches)
Fuel capacity80.0 litres (21.14 gallons)

Other specifications

Country of originGermany
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