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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 cars will improve the property values of any neighborhood.
(Source: New Cars Test Drive)
Model Line Overview
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Model Lineup:
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SL 500 ($82,600); SL 600 ($128,950) |
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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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SL 500 ($82,600) |
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Standard Equipment:
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(SL500) 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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SL1 Sport Package ($4,995) includes aerodynamic bumpers and side sills, integrated projector beam fog lamps, 18-inch wheels and tires; integrated portable phone ($1,795); SL2 Value Added Package ($1,820) includes Xenon headlamps, heated front seats, integrated CD changer |
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Destination Charge:
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595 |
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Gas Guzzler Tax:
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1000 |
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Price As Tested (MSRP):
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92805 |
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Layout:
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front-engine, 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 with ABS and Brake Assist |
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Fuel capacity:
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21.1 |
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