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Mercedes-Benz SL 55 AMG

General information

ModelMercedes-Benz SL 55 AMG
Year2004
CategoryCabriolets/sport cars
Rating64.7 out of 100. Show full rating and compare with other cars

Main features, safety and ecconomy

Engine size5439 ccm (331.89 cubic inches)
Fuel typeGasoline, unleaded 95
Fuel mixed driving13.5 litres/100 km (17.42 miles per gallon)
Seats2
DriveRear wheels
TransmissionAutomatic, 6-speed

Engine and transmission

Engine locationFront, longitudinal
Displacement5439 ccm (331.89 cubic inches)
Engine typeV8
Max power500.00 PS (368 kW or 493 HP) at 6100 Rev. per min.
Max torque700.00 Nm (71.4 kgf-m or 516.3 ft.lbs) at 2750 Rev. per min.
Compression9.0:1
Fuel systemInjection
Valves per cylinder3
Fuel controlOverhead cam (OHC)
Cooling systemLiquid
GearboxAutomatic, 6-speed

Speed and acceleration

Top speed250.0 km/h (155.3 mph)
0-100 km/h (0-62 mph)4.7 seconds
Power/weight ratio0.2525 PS/kg

Exterior and interior

Chassis typeCabriolet
Max no. of doors2
Passenger space4220 litres (1,115 gallons)
Cargo space317 litres (84 gallons)

Steering, brakes and tires

SteeringTraction control. Electronic stabilasation program (ESP).
Brake detailsAntiblocking system (ABS)

Dimensions and weight

Weight1980 kg (4,365.2 pounds)
Max weight with load2200 kg (4,850.2 pounds)
Overall length4540 mm (178.7 inches)
Overall width1830 mm (72.0 inches)
Overall height1300 mm (51.2 inches)
Wheelbase2570 mm (101.2 inches)
Fuel capacity80.0 litres (21.14 gallons)

Other specifications

Country of originGermany
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