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Mercedes-Benz SL 500 Convertible Automatic

General information

ModelMercedes-Benz SL 500 Convertible Automatic
Year2008
CategoryCabriolets/sport cars
Rating59.7 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
Fuel mixed driving12.8 litres/100 km (18.38 miles per gallon)
Seats2
DriveRear wheels
TransmissionAutomatic, 5-speed
Airbags4. 0

Engine and transmission

Engine locationFront, longitudinal
Displacement4966 ccm (303.03 cubic inches)
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 controlSingle overhead cam (SOHC)
Lubrication systemWet sump
GearboxAutomatic, 5-speed

Speed and acceleration

Top speed250.0 km/h (155.3 mph)
0-100 km/h (0-62 mph)6.3 seconds

Exterior and interior

Chassis typeCabriolet
Max no. of doors2
Passenger space4220 litres (1,115 gallons)
Cargo space317 litres (84 gallons)
Optional cargo space1930 litres (510 gallons)
Aerodynamic dragcoefisient0.3
Climate controlClimate control

Steering, brakes and tires

SteeringPower assisted steering
Turn circle11 m (433.1 inches)
Front brakesVentilated disks
Rear brakesVentilated disks
Brake detailsAutomatic stabilisation control

Dimensions and weight

Weight1848 kg (4,074.1 pounds)
Max weight with load2028 kg (4,471.0 pounds)
Towing weight1590 kg (3,505.3 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)

Other specifications

CO2 emissions237.0 g/km
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