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Mercedes-Benz SL 500 Convertible Automatic

General information

ModelMercedes-Benz SL 500 Convertible Automatic
Year2005
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 mixed driving12.8 litres/100 km (18.38 miles per gallon)
Seats2
DriveRear wheels
TransmissionAutomatic, 5-speed
Airbags4

Engine and transmission

Engine locationFront, longitudinal
Displacement4966 ccm (303.03 cubic inches)
Engine typeV8
Max power306.00 PS (225 kW or 302 HP) at 2700 Rev. per min.
Max torque460.00 Nm (46.9 kgf-m or 339.3 ft.lbs) at 2700 Rev. per min.
Compression10.0:1
Bore x stroke97.0 x 84.0 mm (3.8 x 3.3 inches)
Fuel systemIndirect injection, multi point
Valves per cylinder3
Fuel controlOverhead cam (OHC)
GearboxAutomatic, 5-speed

Speed and acceleration

Top speed250.0 km/h (155.3 mph)
0-100 km/h (0-62 mph)6.3 seconds
Power/weight ratio0.1659 PS/kg

Exterior and interior

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

Steering, brakes and tires

SteeringPower assisted steering.
Turn circle11 m (433.1 inches)
Front brakesVentilated disks
Rear brakesVentilated disks
Brake detailsAntiblocking system (ABS).

Dimensions and weight

Weight1848 kg (4,074.1 pounds)
Overall length4540 mm (178.7 inches)
Overall width1820 mm (71.7 inches)
Overall height1300 mm (51.2 inches)
Wheelbase2570 mm (101.2 inches)
Fuel capacity80.0 litres (21.14 gallons)
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