Mercedes-Benz SL class IV (R129) Facelift · Roadster · 1995–1998

Mercedes-Benz SL class 500 5.0 AT 320 HP

GasolineAutomatic, 5 gearsRear drive
Power
320 hp · 235 kW
Torque
470 Nm
0–100 km/h
6.5 s
Top speed
250 km/h
Fuel consumption
14.3 l/100 km
On a full tank
~560 km

Consumption and performance

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

Engine

Daimler-Benz M 119 E 50 (119.972) · 4,973 cm³
Engine type
Gasoline
Engine code
Daimler-Benz M 119 E 50 (119.972)
Displacement
4,973 cm³
Max power
235 kW / 320 hp
Torque
470 Nm at 3900 rpm
Fuel
A95
Fuel system
Multipoint injection
Turbo
No
Engine position
V type
Cylinders
8
Valves per cylinder
4
Valvetrain
DOHC
Bore
96.5 mm
Stroke
85 mm
Compression ratio
11
CO₂ emissions
340 g/km

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
1,812 mm
Height
1,303 mm
Wheelbase
2,515 mm
Front track
1,532 mm
Rear track
1,521 mm
Ground clearance
155 mm
Kerb weight
1,840 kg
Max weight
2,230 kg
Boot space (min)
260 l
Boot space (max)
260 l
Turning circle
10.8 m

Wheels, brakes and chassis

Tyre size
225/55/R16
Optional tyre sizes
235/45R17 / 245/45R17, 245/40R18, 245/40R18 / 275/35R18
Wheel fitment (PCD, CB)
DIA66.6 5x112
Front brakes
Ventilated discs
Rear brakes
Discs
Front suspension
Independent, coil spring
Rear suspension
Independent, coil spring