Mercedes-Benz SL class IV (R129) Facelift 2 · Roadster · 1998–2001

Mercedes-Benz SL class 500 5.0 AT 306 HP

GasolineAutomatic, 5 gearsRear drive
Power
306 hp · 225 kW
Torque
460 Nm
0–100 km/h
6.5 s
Top speed
250 km/h
Fuel consumption
12.5 l/100 km
On a full tank
~640 km

Consumption and performance

manufacturer data
Top speed
250 km/h
Acceleration 0–100 km/h
6.5 s
Fuel tank
80 l

Engine

M113.961 · 4,966 cm³
Engine type
Gasoline
Engine code
M113.961
Displacement
4,966 cm³
Max power
225 kW / 306 hp
Torque
460 Nm at 2700 rpm
Fuel
A95
Fuel system
Multipoint injection
Turbo
No
Engine position
V type
Cylinders
8
Valves per cylinder
3
Valvetrain
OHC
Bore
97 mm
Stroke
84 mm
Compression ratio
10.1

Transmission

Drive
Rear
Gearbox
Automatic
Gears
5

Dimensions and capacity

Body code R129 · class S
Body type
Roadster
Doors
2
Seats
2
Length
4,499 mm
Width
1,811 mm
Height
1,290 mm
Wheelbase
2,515 mm
Front track
1,535 mm
Rear track
1,523 mm
Ground clearance
150 mm
Kerb weight
1,795 kg
Max weight
2,210 kg
Boot space (min)
260 l
Boot space (max)
260 l

Wheels, brakes and chassis

Tyre size
225/55/R16
Optional tyre sizes
245/40R18, 245/40R18 / 275/35R18, 255/35R19 / 285/30R19
Rim size
8.25j
Wheel fitment (PCD, CB)
DIA66.6 5x112
Front brakes
Ventilated discs
Rear brakes
Ventilated discs
Front suspension
Independent, coil spring
Rear suspension
Independent, coil spring