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Mercedes-Benz SL 500 Roadster

General information

ModelMercedes-Benz SL 500 Roadster
Year2010
CategoryCabriolets/sport cars
Rating57.7 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 driving15.0 litres/100 km (15.67 miles per gallon)
Seats2
DriveRear wheels
TransmissionAutomatic, 7-speed
Airbags4. 0

Engine and transmission

Engine locationFront, longitudinal
Displacement4966 ccm (303.03 cubic inches)
Engine typeV8
Max power306.00 PS (225 kW or 302 HP) at 5600 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 systemInjection
Valves per cylinder3
Fuel controlDouble overhead cam (DOHC)
Lubrication systemWet sump
Cooling systemLiquid
GearboxAutomatic, 7-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

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

Steering, brakes and tires

SteeringPower assisted.
Turn circle12 m (468.5 inches)
Brake detailsAntilocking brake system, 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 width1300 mm (51.2 inches)
Overall height1830 mm (72.0 inches)
Wheelbase2570 mm (101.2 inches)
Fuel capacity90.0 litres (23.78 gallons)

Other specifications

CO2 emissions236.9 g/km
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