Mercedes Benz SL (R129) 500 SL Specs

(1989 - 1993) - Technical Specifications for Years 1989, 1990, 1991, 1992, 1993
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Key Specs

Petrol
303.5 cu-in
4973 cm3
V 8
322 HP
326 PS / 240 kW
331 lb-ft
450 Nm
155 Mph
250 km/h
18 MPG
12.9 L/100 km
22 MPG UK

Mercedes Benz SL (R129) 500 SL Body, Model and Production details Mercedes Benz SL (R129) 500 SL Body, Model and Production details

Generation : R129
Body : -
Num. of Doors : 2 doors

Mercedes Benz SL (R129) 500 SL Engine Technical Data Mercedes Benz SL (R129) 500 SL Engine Technical Data

Engine type - Number of cylinders : V 8
Engine Code : 119.960
Fuel type : Petrol
Fuel System : MPI - CIS-E (KE5 - Jetronic)
Engine Alignment : Longitudinal
Engine Position : Front
Engine displacement : 303.5 cu-in / 4973 cm3
Bore x Stroke : 3.8 x 3.35 inches
96.5 x 85.0 mm
Number of valves : 32 Valves
Aspiration : naturally-aspirated
Compression Ratio : 10.0
Horsepower : 322 HP / 326 PS / 240 kW
@ 5500 rpm
Maximum torque : 331 lb-ft / 450 Nm
@ 4000 rpm
Drive wheels - Traction - Drivetrain : RWD
Transmission Gearbox - Number of speeds :
4 speed Automatic

Mercedes Benz SL (R129) 500 SL Fuel Consumption (Economy), Emissions and Range Mercedes Benz SL (R129) 500 SL Fuel Consumption (Economy), Emissions and Range

Fuel Consumption - Economy - Combined: 18 MPG
12.9 L/100 km
22 MPG UK
Fuel Consumption - Economy - Open road: 23 MPG
10.1 L/100 km
28 MPG UK
Fuel Consumption - Economy - Highway: 20 MPG
12 L/100 km
24 MPG UK
Fuel Consumption - Economy - City: 14 MPG
16.6 L/100 km
17 MPG UK
Range : 385 miles / 620 km
Fuel Tank Capacity : 21.1 gallons
80 L
17.6 UK gallons

Mercedes Benz SL (R129) 500 SL Performance Mercedes Benz SL (R129) 500 SL Performance

Top Speed : 155 Mph / 250 km/h
Acceleration 0 to 100 km/h (0 to 62 mph) : 6.2 s

Mercedes Benz SL (R129) 500 SL Size, Dimensions, Aerodynamics and Weight Mercedes Benz SL (R129) 500 SL Size, Dimensions, Aerodynamics and Weight

Wheelbase : 99.02 inches / 251.5 cm
Length : 175.79 inches / 446.5 cm
Width : 71.34 inches / 181.2 cm
Height : 50.63 inches / 128.6 cm
Aerodynamic drag coefficient - Cx : -
Curb Weight : 3902 lbs / 1770 kg
Weight/Power Output Ratio : 5.4 kg/hp

Mercedes Benz SL (R129) 500 SL Interior size, Dimensions Mercedes Benz SL (R129) 500 SL Interior size, Dimensions

Num. of Seats : 4 seats
Trunk / Boot capacity : 8.8 cu-ft / 250 L

Mercedes Benz SL (R129) 500 SL Brakes, Tires, Steering and Suspension Mercedes Benz SL (R129) 500 SL Brakes, Tires, Steering and Suspension

Front Brakes - Disc dimensions : Vented Discs
(- inches / - mm)
Rear Brakes - Disc dimensions : Vented Discs
(- inches / - mm)
Front Tyres - Rims dimensions : 225/55 R16
Rear Tyres - Rims dimensions : 225/55 R16
Front Wheels Width : 8.0"
Rear Wheels Width : 8.0"
Front Suspension : Independent. MacPherson. Coil Springs. Anti-roll bar.
Rear Suspension : Multi-link. Coil Springs. Anti-roll bar
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How fast is a Mercedes Benz SL (R129) 500 SL?
The Mercedes Benz SL (R129) 500 SL can reach 0 to 100 km/h (0 to 62 mph) in 6.2 seconds and has a top speed of 250 km/h / 155 mph.

How many horsepower (hp) does a 1989 Mercedes Benz SL (R129) 500 SL have?
The 1989 Mercedes Benz SL (R129) 500 SL has 326 PS / 322 bhp / 240 kW.

How much does a Mercedes Benz SL (R129) 500 SL weighs?
The Mercedes Benz SL (R129) 500 SL weighs 1770 Kg / 3902 lbs.

What is the Mercedes Benz SL (R129) 500 SL gas mileage?
The Mercedes Benz SL (R129) 500 SL gas mileage is Open road 23 MPG / 10.1 L/100 km / 28 MPG UK / Highway 20 MPG / 12 L/100 km / 24 MPG UK / City 14 MPG / 16.6 L/100 km / 17 MPG UK.

What engine is in Mercedes Benz SL (R129) 500 SL?
The Mercedes Benz SL (R129) 500 SL has a V 8, Petrol engine with 4973 cm3 / 303.5 cu-in capacity.

What are the dimensions of the Mercedes Benz SL (R129) 500 SL?
The Mercedes Benz SL (R129) 500 SL is 175.79 inches / 446.5 cm long, 71.34 inches / 181.2 cm wide, and 50.63 inches / 128.6 cm tall, with a wheelbase of 99.02 inches / 251.5 cm.

How much cargo space does a Mercedes Benz SL (R129) 500 SL have?
The Mercedes Benz SL (R129) 500 SL offers 8.8 cu-ft / 250 L of trunk space.