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2002 Mercedes-Benz SL-Class
2002 Mercedes-Benz SL-Class
| OVERVIEW | ||
|---|---|---|
| Combined MPG | 14 | 17 |
| Transmission | 5-speed automatic | 5-speed automatic |
| Basic Warranty | 4 yr./ 50000 mi. | 4 yr./ 50000 mi. |
| Base Engine Type | gas | gas |
| Total Seating | 2 | 2 |
| Cylinders | V8 | V8 |
| Drivetrain | rear wheel drive | rear wheel drive |
| COLORS | SL600 2dr Convertible (6.0L 12cyl 5A) | SL500 2dr Convertible (5.0L 8cyl 5A) |
|---|---|---|
| Exterior Colors | | |
| Interior Colors | | |
| Safety | SL600 2dr Convertible (6.0L 12cyl 5A) | SL500 2dr Convertible (5.0L 8cyl 5A) |
|---|---|---|
| 2 front headrests | true | true |
| child seat anchors | true | true |
| dual front side-mounted airbags | true | true |
| electronic brakeforce distribution | true | true |
| engine immobilizer | true | true |
| front fog/driving lights | true | true |
| front seatbelt pretensioners | true | true |
| high pressure washers headlights | true | true |
| remote anti-theft alarm system | true | true |
| stability control | true | true |
| traction control | true | true |
| xenon high intensity discharge headlamp | true | false |
| 4-wheel ABS | true | true |
| Emergency braking assist | true | true |
| Front and rear ventilated disc brakes | true | false |
| Ventilated front disc / solid rear disc brakes | false | true |
| Comfort & Convenience | SL600 2dr Convertible (6.0L 12cyl 5A) | SL500 2dr Convertible (5.0L 8cyl 5A) |
|---|---|---|
| cruise control | true | true |
| front cupholders | true | true |
| front door pockets | true | true |
| power steering | true | true |
| remote trunk release | true | true |
| tilt and telescopic steering wheel | true | true |
| universal remote transmitter (for garage door, security system, etc.) | true | true |
| electrochromatic inside rearview mirror | true | true |
| front reading lights | true | true |
| interior air filtration | true | true |
| leather and wood steering wheel | true | false |
| leather and wood trim on shift knob | true | false |
| wood trim on center console | true | true |
| wood trim on dash | true | true |
| wood trim on doors | true | true |
| Climate control | true | true |
| Dual illuminating vanity mirrors | true | true |
| leather steering wheel | false | true |
| leather trim on shift knob | false | true |
| Fuel & MPG | SL600 2dr Convertible (6.0L 12cyl 5A) | SL500 2dr Convertible (5.0L 8cyl 5A) |
|---|---|---|
| Combined MPG | 14 | 17 |
| EPA mileage est. (city/hwy) | 12/17 mpg | 15/22 mpg |
| Fuel tank capacity | 21.1 gal. | 21.1 gal. |
| Fuel type | premium unleaded (required) | premium unleaded (required) |
| range in miles (city/hwy) | 253.2/358.7 mi. | 316.5/464.2 mi. |
| Engine | SL600 2dr Convertible (6.0L 12cyl 5A) | SL500 2dr Convertible (5.0L 8cyl 5A) |
|---|---|---|
| Base engine size | 6.0 L | 5.0 L |
| Base engine type | gas | gas |
| Cam type | Double overhead cam (DOHC) | Single overhead cam (SOHC) |
| Cylinders | V12 | V8 |
| Horsepower | 389 hp @ 5200 rpm | 302 hp @ 5600 rpm |
| Torque | 420 ft-lbs. @ 3800 rpm | 339 ft-lbs. @ 2700 rpm |
| Valves | 48 | 24 |
| Measurements | SL600 2dr Convertible (6.0L 12cyl 5A) | SL500 2dr Convertible (5.0L 8cyl 5A) |
|---|---|---|
| Cargo capacity, all seats in place | 7.9 cu.ft. | 7.9 cu.ft. |
| Curb weight | 4455 lbs. | 4125 lbs. |
| Drag Coefficient | .32 Cd. | .32 Cd. |
| Front track | 60.4 in. | 60.4 in. |
| Gross weight | 5116 lbs. | 4873 lbs. |
| Height | 51.3 in. | 51.3 in. |
| Length | 177.1 in. | 177.1 in. |
| Maximum cargo capacity | 7.9 cu.ft. | 7.9 cu.ft. |
| Rear track | 60 in. | 60 in. |
| wheelbase | 99 in. | 99 in. |
| Width | 71.3 in. | 71.3 in. |
| Turning circle | 35.4 ft. | 35.4 ft. |
| Front Seats | SL600 2dr Convertible (6.0L 12cyl 5A) | SL500 2dr Convertible (5.0L 8cyl 5A) |
|---|---|---|
| 10-way power driver seat | true | true |
| 10-way power passenger seat | true | true |
| bucket front seats | true | true |
| heated driver seat | true | false |
| heated passenger seat | true | false |
| height-adjustable driver seat | true | true |
| height adjustable passenger seat | true | true |
| leather | true | true |
| front headroom | 37.1 in. | 37.1 in. |
| front hiproom | 53.2 in. | 53.2 in. |
| front legroom | 42.4 in. | 42.4 in. |
| Front shoulder room | 55.4 in. | 55.4 in. |
| Drive Train | SL600 2dr Convertible (6.0L 12cyl 5A) | SL500 2dr Convertible (5.0L 8cyl 5A) |
|---|---|---|
| Drive type | rear wheel drive | rear wheel drive |
| Transmission | 5-speed automatic | 5-speed automatic |
| Power Features | SL600 2dr Convertible (6.0L 12cyl 5A) | SL500 2dr Convertible (5.0L 8cyl 5A) |
|---|---|---|
| 2 one-touch power windows | true | true |
| remote keyless power door locks | true | true |
| Heated mirrors | true | true |
| Power mirrors | true | true |
| Instrumentation | SL600 2dr Convertible (6.0L 12cyl 5A) | SL500 2dr Convertible (5.0L 8cyl 5A) |
|---|---|---|
| clock | true | true |
| external temperature display | true | true |
| low fuel level warning | true | true |
| tachometer | true | true |
| Suspension | SL600 2dr Convertible (6.0L 12cyl 5A) | SL500 2dr Convertible (5.0L 8cyl 5A) |
|---|---|---|
| MacPherson strut front suspension | true | true |
| four-wheel independent suspension | true | true |
| multi-link rear suspension | true | true |
| In-Car Entertainment | SL600 2dr Convertible (6.0L 12cyl 5A) | SL500 2dr Convertible (5.0L 8cyl 5A) |
|---|---|---|
| 1 subwoofer(s) | true | true |
| 6 total speakers | true | true |
| Bose premium brand speakers | true | true |
| AM/FM in cargo area-CD stereo | true | false |
| Multi-CD located in cargo area | true | false |
| AM/FM CD-controller stereo | false | true |
| Warranty | SL600 2dr Convertible (6.0L 12cyl 5A) | SL500 2dr Convertible (5.0L 8cyl 5A) |
|---|---|---|
| Basic | 4 yr./ 50000 mi. | 4 yr./ 50000 mi. |
| powertrain | 4 yr./ 50000 mi. | 4 yr./ 50000 mi. |
| Free Maintenance | 4 yr./ 50000 mi. | 4 yr./ 50000 mi. |
| Rust | 4 yr./ 50000 mi. | 4 yr./ 50000 mi. |
| Tires and Wheels | SL600 2dr Convertible (6.0L 12cyl 5A) | SL500 2dr Convertible (5.0L 8cyl 5A) |
|---|---|---|
| alloy wheels | true | true |
| 18 x 10.0-in. wheels | true | false |
| 275/35R Z tires | true | true |
| Performance tires | true | true |
| 18 x 9.5-in. wheels | false | true |
| SL600 2dr Convertible (6.0L 12cyl 5A) | SL500 2dr Convertible (5.0L 8cyl 5A) | |
|---|---|---|
| See SL-Class Inventory See Inventory | See SL-Class Inventory See Inventory |