Mercedes-Benz SL-Class R230 facelift (2001–2012)

Mercedes-Benz SL-Class sl500

R230 facelift (2001–2012), 2007–2012. Gasoline · 5.5 L · 382 hp · 7-speed automatic · Rear-wheel drive. 0–60 mph in 5.4 s and top speed 155 mph.

R230 facelift (2001–2012) 2007 - 2012
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Engine type
Gasoline
Engine volume
5.5 L
Horsepower
382
Torque
391 lb-ft
Transmission
7-speed automatic
Drive
Rear-wheel drive
0–60 mph
5.4 s
Top speed
155 mph
Curb weight
4 lbs
Wheelbase
2560 mm
Dimensions
4534 × 1829 × 1298 mm
Fuel economy (city/hwy/combined)
14.0 / 22.0 / 16.0 mpg

General information

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

Dimensions

Length 4534 mm
Width 1829 mm
Height 1298 mm
Wheelbase 2560 mm
Front track 62 mm
Rear track 62 mm
Wheel size 18 in

Volume and weight

Fuel tank capacity 21.1 gal
Curb weight 4 lbs

Engine

Engine type Gasoline
Engine position Front
Engine volume 5.5 L
Aspiration Naturally aspirated
Horsepower 382 hp
Torque 391 lb-ft
Cylinders 8
Valves per cylinder 3
Fuel system Sequential multi-point fuel injection
Valvetrain SOHC

Transmission

Transmission 7-speed automatic
Gears 7
Drive Rear-wheel drive

Performance

Top speed 155 mph
0–60 mph 5.4 s
Fuel economy city 14.0 mpg
Fuel economy highway 22.0 mpg
Fuel economy combined 16.0 mpg
Fuel type Premium unleaded (required)

Suspension and brakes

Front suspension Independent multi-link
Rear suspension Independent multi-link
Front brakes Ventilated disc
Rear brakes Ventilated disc

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