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Mercedes Benz SL (R230) 500 Specs

(2006 - ) Technical Specifications

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With a fuel consumption of 12.2 litres/100km - 23 mpg UK - 19 mpg US (Average), 0 to 100 km/h (62mph) in 5.4 seconds, a maximum top speed of 155 mph (250 km/h), a curb weight of 4211 lbs (1910 kgs), the SL (R230) 500 has a naturally-aspirated V 8 cylinder engine, Petrol motor.
This engine produces a maximum power of 388 PS (383 bhp - 285 kW) at 6000 rpm and a maximum torque of 530 Nm (390 lb.ft) at 2800 - 4800 rpm. The power is transmitted to the road by the rear wheel drive (RWD) with a 7 speed Automatic gearbox.
On the topic of chassis details responsible for road holding, handling behavior and ride comfort, the SL (R230) Stock tire sizes are 255 / 45 on 17 inch rims at the front, and 255 / 45 on 17 inch rims at the rear. For stopping power, the SL (R230) 500 braking system includes Vented Discs at the front and Vented Discs at the rear.
The SL (R230) model is a car manufactured by Mercedes Benz, sold new from year 2006.

Mercedes Benz SL (R230) 500 Engine Technical Data

Engine type - Number of cylinders :	V 8

Engine Code :	-

Fuel type :	Petrol

Fuel System :	MPI

Engine Alignment :	Longitudinal

Engine size - Displacement - Engine capacity :	5461 cm3 or 333.3 cu-in

Bore x Stroke :	98.0 x 90.5 mm 3.86 x 3.54 inches

Number of valves :	32 Valves

Aspiration :	N/A

Compression Ratio :	10.7

Maximum power - Output - Horsepower :	388 PS or 383 bhp or 285 kW @ 6000 rpm

Maximum torque :	530 Nm or 390 lb.ft @ 2800 - 4800 rpm

Drive wheels - Traction - Drivetrain :	RWD

Transmission Gearbox - Number of speeds :	7 speed Automatic Transmission Relations 1st Gear Ratio: 2nd Gear Ratio: 3rd Gear Ratio: 4th Gear Ratio: 5th Gear Ratio: 6th Gear Ratio: 7th Gear Ratio: Reverse Gear Ratio: Final Drive Ratio:


Mercedes Benz SL (R230) 500 Fuel Consumption (Economy), Emissions and Range

Fuel Consumption - Economy - Combined:	12.2 L/100km 23 mpg UK / 19 mpg US

Fuel Consumption - Economy - Open road:	8.8 L/100km 32 mpg UK / 27 mpg US

Fuel Consumption - Economy - City:	18.2 L/100km 16 mpg UK / 13 mpg US

Range :	655 Km or 407 miles

Fuel Tank Capacity :	80 L 17.6 UK gallons 21.1 US gallons

CO2 emissions :	291 g/Km (Mercedes Benz)

Mercedes Benz SL (R230) 500 Performance

Top Speed :	250 km/h or 155 Mph

Acceleration 0 to 100 km/h (0 to 62 mph) :	5.4 s

Mercedes Benz SL (R230) 500 Size, Dimensions, Aerodynamics and Weight

Num. of Doors :	2

Wheelbase :	256 cm or 100.79 inches

Length :	453.2 cm or 178.43 inches

Width :	182.7 cm or 71.93 inches

Height :	129.8 cm or 51.1 inches

Aerodynamic drag coefficient - Cx :	-

Front Brakes - Disc dimensions :	Vented Discs (350 mm)

Rear Brakes - Dics dimensions :	Vented Discs (320 mm)

Front Tyres - Rims dimensions :	255/45 R17

Rear Tyres - Rims dimensions :	255/45 R17

Curb Weight :	1910 kg OR 4211 lbs

Weight-Power Output Ratio :	4.9 kg/hp

Trunk / Boot capacity :	339 L

What engine is in Mercedes Benz SL (R230) 500?
The Mercedes Benz SL (R230) 500 has a V 8, Petrol engine with 5461 cm3 / 333.3 cu-in capacity.

How many horsepower (hp) does a 2006 Mercedes Benz SL (R230) 500 have?
The 2006 Mercedes Benz SL (R230) 500 has 388 PS / 383 bhp / 285 kW.

How much does a Mercedes Benz SL (R230) 500 weighs?
The Mercedes Benz SL (R230) 500 weighs 1910 Kg / 4211 lbs.

What is the top speed of a Mercedes Benz SL (R230) 500?
The Mercedes Benz SL (R230) 500 top speed is 250 Km/h / 155 mph.

Is Mercedes Benz SL (R230) 500 All Wheel Drive (AWD)?
No, the Mercedes Benz SL (R230) 500 is not All Wheel Drive (AWD). It's Rear Wheel Drive (RWD).