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Mercedes-Benz SL 550 Roadster

General information

ModelMercedes-Benz SL 550 Roadster
Year2009
CategoryCabriolets/sport cars
Rating61.3 out of 100. Show full rating and compare with other cars

Main features, safety and ecconomy

Engine size5461 ccm (333.23 cubic inches)
Fuel typeDiesel
Fuel city driving18.1 litres/100 km (13.00 miles per gallon)
Fuel mixed driving14.7 litres/100 km (16.00 miles per gallon)
Fuel highway driving11.2 litres/100 km (21.00 miles per gallon)
Seats2
DriveRear wheels
TransmissionAutomatic, 7-speed
Airbags6. 0

Engine and transmission

Engine locationFront, longitudinal
Displacement5461 ccm (333.23 cubic inches)
Engine typeV8
Max power387.00 PS (285 kW or 382 HP) at 6000 Rev. per min.
Max torque530.20 Nm (54.1 kgf-m or 391.1 ft.lbs) at 2800 Rev. per min.
Compression10.7:1
Bore x stroke83.0 x 86.0 mm (3.3 x 3.4 inches)
Fuel systemInjection. Sequentially electronic fuel injection
Valves per cylinder4
Fuel controlDouble overhead cam (DOHC)
Lubrication systemWet sump
GearboxAutomatic, 7-speed

Speed and acceleration

Power/weight ratio0.1367 PS/kg

Exterior and interior

Chassis typeCabriolet
Max no. of doors2
Leg room front1100 mm (43.3 inches)
Passenger space1416 litres (374 gallons)
Cargo space198 litres (52 gallons)
Optional cargo space1995 litres (527 gallons)
Aerodynamic dragcoefisient1.0

Steering, brakes and tires

SteeringTraction control
Turn circle12 m (468.5 inches)
Brake detailsAntilocking brake system (ABS)
Front suspensionIndependent
Rear suspensionIndependent

Dimensions and weight

Weight2830 kg (6,239.1 pounds)
Towing weight1700 kg (3,747.9 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

Aprox price as new USD98540
CO2 emissions284.9 g/km
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