Used 2005 Mercedes-Benz SL-Class Convertible SL500 - Specs & Features

More about the 2005 SL-Class

Starting MSRP

$91,300

Overview

Gas Engine

Combined MPG	17 MPG
Drive Type	rear wheel drive
Total Seating	2
Cargo Capacity	10.2 cu.ft.
Curb Weight	4,065 lbs.
Basic Warranty	4 yr./ 50,000 mi.
Country of final assembly	Germany

Fuel & MPG

Cost to Drive	$319/mo
Fuel type	Premium unleaded (required)
EPA city/highway MPG	14/21 MPG

EPA combined MPG	17 MPG
Range in miles (city/hwy)	0/0 mi.
CO2 Emissions	8.6 tons

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Engine

Base engine size	5.0 L
Cylinders	V8
Base engine type	Gas

Horsepower	302 hp @ 5,600 rpm
Torque	339 lb-ft @ 2,700 rpm
Valves	24
Cam type	Single overhead cam (SOHC)

Drivetrain

Transmission	7-speed shiftable automatic
Drive type	Rear wheel drive

Suspension

Four-wheel independent suspension	Standard
Multi-link front suspension	Standard
Multi-link rear suspension	Standard

Dimensions

Length	178.5 in.
Overall width without mirrors	71.5 in.
Height	51.0 in.

Wheelbase	100.8 in.
Front track	61.4 in.
Rear track	60.5 in.
EPA interior volume	68 cu.ft.
Cargo capacity, all seats in place	10.2 cu.ft.
Maximum cargo capacity	10.2 cu.ft.
Manufacturer 0-60 mph acceleration time	6.1 seconds
Turning circle	36.2 ft.
Drag Coefficient	.29 Cd.
Curb weight	4,065 lbs.
Country of final assembly	Germany

Colors

Exterior Colors	Diamond Silver Metallic Aegean Blue Metallic Orion Blue Metallic Capri Blue Metallic Desert Silver Metallic Alabaster White Black Opal Metallic Black Obsidian Black Metallic Pewter Metallic Everest Green Metallic Brilliant Silver Metallic Mars Red Firemist Red Metallic
Interior Colors	Ash Berry Red/Charcoal Charcoal Stone

Front Seat Dimensions

Front head room	37.7 in.
Front leg room	42.9 in.
Front shoulder room	54.0 in.

Leather	Standard
Bucket front seats	Standard
12-way power driver seat	Standard
Height adjustable driver seat	Standard
Driver seat with power adjustable lumbar support	Standard
3 memorized driver seat settings	Standard
12-way power passenger seat	Standard
Height adjustable passenger seat	Standard
Passenger seat with power adjustable lumbar support	Standard
1 memorized passenger seat settings	Standard
Multi-level heated driver seat	Standard
Multi-level heated passenger seat	Standard

Safety

Dual front with head protection chambers side-mounted airbags	Standard
Passenger airbag occupant sensing deactivation	Standard
Stability control	Standard

Traction control	Standard
4-wheel ABS	Standard
Ventilated front disc / solid rear disc brakes	Standard
Emergency braking assist	Standard
Electronic brakeforce distribution	Standard
Dusk sensing headlamps	Standard
Auto delay off headlamps	Standard
Xenon high intensity discharge headlamp	Standard
Self-leveling headlights	Standard
Daytime running lights	Standard
High pressure washers headlamps	Standard
Front fog/driving lights	Standard
Turn signal mirrors	Standard
2 front headrests	Standard
Front power adjustable headrests	Standard
Front seatbelt pretensioners	Standard
Emergency interior trunk release	Standard
Remote anti-theft alarm system	Standard
Engine immobilizer	Standard

In-Car Entertainment

AM/FM CD-controller stereo	Standard
Bose premium brand stereo system	Standard
Bose premium brand speakers	Standard

8 total speakers	Standard
1 subwoofer(s)	Standard
Speed sensitive volume control	Standard

Power Feature

2 one-touch power windows	Standard
Remote keyless power door locks	Standard
Power mirrors	Standard

Reverse tilt passenger mirror provides curb view when vehicle in reverse	Standard
Heated mirrors	Standard

Comfort & Convenience

Tilt and telescopic steering wheel	Standard
Audio controls on steering wheel	Standard
Speed-proportional power steering	Standard

Cruise control	Standard
Universal remote transmitter (for garage door, security system, etc.)	Standard
Front cupholders	Standard
Front door pockets	Standard
Remote trunk release	Standard
Retained accessory power	Standard
Leather steering wheel	Standard
Dual zone front climate control	Standard
Interior active charcoal air filter	Standard
Dual illuminating vanity mirrors	Standard
Electrochromatic inside rearview mirror	Standard
Turn signal in mirrors	Standard
Trunk light	Standard
Leather trim on dash	Standard
Leather and wood trim on center console	Standard
Leather and wood trim on doors	Standard
Leather trim on shift knob	Standard
Front reading lights	Standard

Instrumentation

Trip computer	Standard
External temperature display	Standard
Tachometer	Standard

Clock	Standard
Low fuel level warning	Standard

Tires & Wheels

Alloy wheels	Standard
18 x 9.5 in. wheels	Standard
Performance tires	Standard

285/35R W tires	Standard

Warranty

Basic	4 yr./ 50,000 mi.
Drivetrain	4 yr./ 50,000 mi.
Rust	4 yr./ 50,000 mi.

Roadside assistance	Unlimited yr./ unlimited mi.

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Used 2005 Mercedes-Benz SL-Class Convertible SL500 - Specs & Features

Overview

Fuel & MPG

Engine

Drivetrain

Suspension

Dimensions

Colors

Front Seat Dimensions

Safety

In-Car Entertainment

Power Feature

Comfort & Convenience

Instrumentation

Tires & Wheels

Warranty

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