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Summary
The Mercedes-Benz SL500 may not be the newest sportster on the road, but it's still handsome and a heck of a performer. It is bigger, more luxurious and more expensive than the two-seaters from BMW and Porsche. Updates add to its sports appeal and the Sport Package enhances its handling performance. One of these improves the property values of any neighborhood.
(Source: New Cars Test Drive)
Model Line Overview
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Model Lineup:
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Engines:
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5.0-liter sohc 24v V8 |
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Transmissions:
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5-speed automatic |
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Saftey Equipment (standard):
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Dual front and door-mounted side air bags, Baby Smart, automatic roll bar |
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Saftey Equipment (optional):
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Basic Warranty:
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4 years/50,000 miles |
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Assembled In:
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Bremen, Germany |
Specifications As Tested
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Model Tested (MSRP):
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SL500 Sport |
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Standard Equipment:
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Anti-lock brakes with Brake Assist, Electronic Stability Program (ESP), power steering, air conditioning, AM/FM/cassette stereo with Bose Acoustimass, power windows, mirror and locks, remote locking, cruise control, intermittent wiper with rain sensor, heated outside mirrors, floor mats, auto-dimming rear view and driver's side mirror, leather upholstery, tilt-telescoping steering column. |
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Options As Tested (MSRP):
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Integrated portable phone ($998), SL2 Value Added Package (Xenon headlamps, heated front seats, integrated CD changer) ($1,795), Sport Package (Aerodynamic bumpers & side sills w/ integrated projector beam fog lamps, 18-inch tires and wheels) ($4,970) |
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Destination Charge:
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Gas Guzzler Tax:
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Price As Tested (MSRP):
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90458 |
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Layout:
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rear-wheel drive |
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Horsepower (hp @ rpm):
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302 @ 5600 |
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Torque (lb.-ft. @ rpm):
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339 @ 2700 |
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Transmission:
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5-speed automatic |
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EPA fuel economy, city/hwy:
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16/23 |
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Wheelbase:
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99.0 |
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Length/width/height:
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177.1/71.3/51.3 |
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Track, f/r:
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60.4/60.0 |
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Turning circle:
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35.4 |
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Seating capacity:
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2 |
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Head/hip/leg room, f:
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37.1/53.2/42.4 |
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Head/hip/leg room, m:
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Head/hip/leg room, r:
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Cargo volume:
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7.9 |
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Payload:
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Towing capacity:
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Suspension, f:
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Independent |
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Suspension, r:
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Independent |
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Ground clearance:
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Curb weight:
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4121 |
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Tires:
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P245/40ZR18; P275/35ZR18 |
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Brakes, f/r:
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disc/disc |
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Fuel capacity:
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21.1 |
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