Mercedes Benz SL Class - Generation 5.1 (2004-2006)

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MERCEDES BENZ SL CLASS (2004-2006)

The first SL Class can be had with 5.0 V8 or a 5.5 V8 with a supercharger which was followed by a 3.7 V6. This vehicle was first launched in 2001 as a safety car.

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OWNERSHIP DETAILSSL 55 AMGSL 500SL 350
Years Available2004-September 20062004-September 2006March 2005-September 2006
ENGINE SPECS
EngineM113 5.5 SOHC 24V V8 SuperchargedM113 5.0 SOHC 24V V8M112 3.7 SOHC 18V V6
Horsepower476hp @ 6,100rpm306hp @ 5,600rpm245hp @ 6,000rpm
Torque700Nm @ 2,650-4,000rpm460Nm @ 2,700-4,250rpm350Nm @ 3,000-4,500rpm
Fuel TypeGasoline/95 OctaneGasoline/95 OctaneGasoline/95 Octane
Fuel SystemElectronic Fuel InjectionElectronic Fuel InjectionElectronic Fuel Injection
Transmission5-Speed Automatic5-Speed Automatic5-Speed Automatic
Fuel Tank Capacity80 Liters80 Liters80 Liters
DIMENSIONS
Length4,535mm4,535mm4,535mm
Width1,817mm1,817mm1,817mm
Height1,298mm1,298mm1,298mm
Wheelbase2,560mm2,560mm2,560mm
Curb Weight1,955kg1,955kg1,755kg
Body Style2 Door Convertible/Coupe2 Door Convertible/Coupe2 Door Convertible/Coupe
Engine/Drive TypeFront Engine/Rear Wheel DriveFront Engine/Rear Wheel DriveFront Engine/Rear Wheel Drive
Seating222
SUSPENSION & TIRES
Front SuspensionMulti Link with Adaptive Damping SystemMulti Link with Adaptive Damping SystemMulti Link with Adaptive Damping System
Rear SuspensionMulti Link with Adaptive Damping SystemMulti Link with Adaptive Damping SystemMulti Link with Adaptive Damping System
Front BrakesVented Disc, Cross DrilledVented Disc, Cross DrilledVented Disc, Cross Drilled
Rear BrakesVented Disc, Cross DrilledVented DiscVented Disc
Tires255/40 R18 (Front), 285/35 R18 (Rear)225/45 R17 (2004-March 2005) or 255/40 R18 (Front), 285/35 R18 (Rear) (March 2005-September 2006)255/40 R18 (Front), 285/35 R18 (Rear)
Wheels18 Inch Alloy17 (2004-March 2005) or 18 Inch Alloy (March 2005-September 2006)18 Inch Alloy
SAFETY
Airbags666
Anti-Lock BrakesYes, With Electronic Brakeforce Distribution, Brake Assist, and Sensotronic Brake ControlYes, With Electronic Brakeforce Distribution, Brake Assist, and Sensotronic Brake ControlYes, With Electronic Brakeforce Distribution, Brake Assist, and Sensotronic Brake Control
Traction/Stability ControlYes, Electronic Stability Program and Active Body ControlYes, Electronic Stability Program and Active Body ControlYes, Electronic Stability Program
Other Safety FeaturesAdds: NoneAdds: Automatic Rollover ProtectionCorner and Reverse Parking Sensors
EXTERIOR
Fog LampsFront and RearFront and RearFront and Rear
Other Exterior FeaturesAdds: AMG Body Kit (Revised Front and Rear Bumpers, Side Skirts, and Rear Spoiler), Quad Tip ExhaustAdds: Dual HID HeadlampsAutomatic Headlamps, Rain Sensing Wipers, Side Mirror Signal Repeaters, Metal Power Folding Top
INTERIOR
Steering Wheel AdjustmentTilt/TelescopicTilt/TelescopicTilt/Telescopic
Steering Wheel MaterialLeather, AMGLeatherLeather
Seating AdjustmentPowerPowerPower
Seating MaterialLeatherLeatherLeather
Other Interior FeaturesAdds: Revised Instrumentation, Multi-Contour Ventilated SeatsAdds: NoneAluminum Accents
CONVENIENCE FEATURES
Power AmenitiesSteering, Windows, Door Locks, MirrorsSteering, Windows, Door Locks, MirrorsSteering, Windows, Door Locks, Mirrors
Climate ControlAutomatic, DualAutomatic, DualAutomatic, Dual
Audio SystemAM/FM/Cassette/6 CD/DVDAM/FM/Cassette/6 CD/DVDAM/FM/6 CD
Speakers101010
Steering Wheel ControlsYes, AudioYes, AudioYes, Audio
AlarmYesYesYes
Keyless EntryYes, Keyless Engine Start ButtonYesYes
NOTESRear disc brake upgraded with cross drill in March 2005. 2004 to March 2005 models had 255/60 and 285/60 R18 wheels. Cassette function dropped in March 2005.Front disc brake upgraded with cross drill in March 2005. Cassette function dropped in March 2005.
RIVALSBMW 6 Series
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