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Mercedes-Benz SL 500 Roadster

General information

ModelMercedes-Benz SL 500 Roadster
Year2008
CategoryCabriolets/sport cars
Rating58 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 driving12.7 litres/100 km (18.52 miles per gallon)
Seats2
DriveRear wheels
TransmissionAutomatic, 7-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)
Valves per cylinder3
Fuel controlDouble overhead cam (DOHC)
Lubrication systemWet sump
GearboxAutomatic, 7-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

Max no. of doors2
Passenger space1416 litres (374 gallons)
Cargo space206 litres (54 gallons)
Optional cargo space288 litres (76 gallons)
Aerodynamic dragcoefisient1.0

Steering, brakes and tires

Turn circle12 m (468.5 inches)
Front brakesVentilated disks
Rear brakesVentilated disks
Brake detailsAntilocking brake system, Electronic brake distribution, Automatic stabilisation control
Rear suspensionIndependent

Dimensions and weight

Weight1845 kg (4,067.5 pounds)
Max weight with load2284 kg (5,035.4 pounds)
Towing weight1900 kg (4,188.8 pounds)
Overall length4540 mm (178.7 inches)
Overall height1830 mm (72.0 inches)
Wheelbase2570 mm (101.2 inches)
Fuel capacity90.0 litres (23.78 gallons)

Other specifications

CO2 emissions285.0 g/km
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