Mercedes-Benz SL (R230) SL 500 V8 (306 Hp) Automatic 2001

General Information

Modification (Engine)

SL 500 V8 (306 Hp) Automatic

Start of production

2001 year

Powertrain Architecture

Internal Combustion engine

Seats

Doors

End of production

2006 year

Engine

Dimensions

Rear (Back) track

1547 mm

Width

1815 mm

Height

1298 mm

Length

4535 mm

Front track

1559 mm

Minimum turning circle (turning diameter)

Wheelbase

2560 mm

Performance Characteristics

Fuel Type

Petrol (Gasoline)

Acceleration 0 - 100 km/h

6.3 sec

Weight-to-power ratio

5.8 kg/Hp, 172.9 Hp/tonne

Weight-to-torque ratio

3.8 kg/Nm, 259.9 Nm/tonne

Maximum speed

250 km/h

Volume and Weight

Max load

370 kg

Kerb Weight

1770 kg

Fuel tank capacity

80 l

Max. roof load

75 kg

Trunk (boot) space - maximum

317 l

Trunk (boot) space - minimum

235 l

Max. weight

2140 kg

Transmission, Brakes and Suspension

Drivetrain Architecture

The Internal combustion engine (ICE) drives the rear wheels of the vehicle.

Drive wheel

Rear wheel drive

Number of gears and type of gearbox

5 gears, automatic transmission

Front suspension

Hydraulic elements, Independent multi-link suspension

Rear suspension

Hydraulic elements, Independent multi-link suspension

Front brakes

Ventilated discs

Rear brakes

Ventilated discs

Assisting systems

ABS (Anti-lock braking system)

Steering type

Steering rack and pinion

Power steering

Hydraulic Steering

Wheel rims size

8.5J x 17

Tires size

255/45 R17

Mercedes-Benz SL SL 500 V8 (306 Hp) Automatic