Mercedes-Benz 500 R107 facelift (1986–1989)

Mercedes-Benz 500 500sl

R107 facelift (1986–1989), 1986–1989. Gasoline · 5.0 L · 245 hp · 4-speed automatic · Rear-wheel drive. 0–60 mph in 7.4 s and top speed 140 mph.

R107 facelift (1986–1989) 1986 - 1989
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Engine type
Gasoline
Engine volume
5.0 L
Horsepower
245
Torque
296 lb-ft
Transmission
4-speed automatic
Drive
Rear-wheel drive
0–60 mph
7.4 s
Top speed
140 mph
Curb weight
4 lbs
Wheelbase
2461 mm
Dimensions
4643 × 1791 × 1295 mm
Fuel economy (city/hwy/combined)
13.0 / 16.0 / 14.0 mpg

General information

Brand country Germany
Vehicle class Sports car
Doors 2
Seats 2
Steering side Left-hand drive

Dimensions

Length 4643 mm
Width 1791 mm
Height 1295 mm
Wheelbase 2461 mm
Front track 58 mm
Rear track 58 mm
Wheel size 205/65VR15

Volume and weight

Fuel tank capacity 23.8 gal
Curb weight 4 lbs

Engine

Engine type Gasoline
Engine position Front
Engine volume 5.0 L
Aspiration Naturally aspirated
Horsepower 245 hp
Torque 296 lb-ft
Cylinders 8
Valves per cylinder 2
Fuel system Bosch KE-Jetronic fuel injection
Compression ratio 9
Engine code M117.963
Valvetrain SOHC

Transmission

Transmission 4-speed automatic
Gears 4
Drive Rear-wheel drive

Performance

Top speed 140 mph
0–60 mph 7.4 s
Fuel economy city 13.0 mpg
Fuel economy highway 16.0 mpg
Fuel economy combined 14.0 mpg
Fuel type Premium unleaded (required)

Suspension and brakes

Front suspension Independent
Rear suspension Independent
Front brakes Ventilated discs
Rear brakes Discs

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