Mercedes SL 2001

This generation of Mercedes SL has been produced from November, 2001 to December, 2006. We can provide information about 8 modifications of this generation. The car has been produced only with classical rear wheel drive.

This Mercedes is available with five petrol engines with displacement from 3.7 to 6.0 litres and power of from 245 to 500 horsepower.
The car is available with both manual (1 version), as well as automatic (7 versions) gearbox.

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Mercedes SL 2001 average fuel consumption in combined cycle is from 11.5 to 15.1 litres per 100km. The most fuel efficient Mercedes SL 2001 version is Mercedes SL 350 2002, consuming 11.5 litres of petrol per 100km.
According to user reviews, Mercedes SL real-world fuel consumption is on average the same as the manufacturer's claimed fuel economy. For a more detailed actual fuel economy of each model, select a specific Mercedes SL modification.

Mercedes SL 2001 CO2 emissions are from 276 to 340 grams per kilometer. Mercedes SL version with the lowest CO2 emissions is Mercedes SL 350 2002, which produces 276 grams of CO2 per one kilometer.

The best acceleration from 0 to 100 km/h - 4.7 seconds has Mercedes SL 55 2002 AMG version, conversely the tardiest one is Mercedes SL 350 2002 Automatic reaching this speed only in 7.2 seconds. The maximum top speed is 250 km/h for the 3.7 petrol 6-cylinder 245 hp version (Mercedes SL 350 2002) and 7 other versions.

Lenght of Mercedes SL is 454 cm, it is decent size car. For comparison - Mercedes SL is about 2 cm longer than BMW 3 series sedan, but 3 cm shorter than Audi A4 cabrio. Mercedes SL gross weight is from 2050 to 2385 kg (depending on modification), this car is about 20 percent heavier than the average for this age and class of vehicles. Mercedes SL trunk space is 235 litres, by folding down all rear seats boot capacity can be increased to 317 litres.

This Mercedes is quite costly - it can be purchased (in Latvia) for around 18 500 €. According to user reviews, average Mercedes SL repair costs are 40 € per year. Users calculated Mercedes SL 2001 cost of ownership for this generation, got average 2700 € cost per year and 0.46 € cost per one kilometer. Fuel costs were estimated at around 49%, while repair and maintenance costs - around 25% from total. We have an excellent car cost calculator, calculate ownership costs of Mercedes SL for your situation and driving habits here! Below you will find more detailed information about Mercedes SL prices and costs.

Mercedes SL modifications

Modification Engine Power Consumption Gearbox
Mercedes SL 3.7 350 2002 Oct 2002 — Jan 2006

Most fuel efficient version
Only version with manual transmission

3.7 Petrol 245 HP 11.5 l/100km Manual (6)
Mercedes SL 3.7 350 2002 Automatic Oct 2002 — Jan 2006

Most fuel efficient version by real consumption

3.7 Petrol 245 HP 11.7 l/100km Automatic (5)
Mercedes SL 5.0 500 2001 Nov 2001 — Feb 2004 5.0 Petrol 306 HP 12.7 l/100km Automatic (5)
Mercedes SL 5.0 500 2004 Jan 2004 — Jan 2006 5.0 Petrol 306 HP 12.7 l/100km Automatic (7)
Mercedes SL 5.4 55 2002 AMG Jan 2002 — Feb 2003

Most dynamic version - 100 km/h in 4.7 seconds

5.4 Petrol 476 HP 14.2 l/100km Automatic (5)
Mercedes SL 5.4 55 2003 AMG Jan 2003 — Jan 2006

Most dynamic version - 100 km/h in 4.7 seconds

5.4 Petrol 500 HP 13.5 l/100km Automatic (5)
Mercedes SL 2003 5.5 SL 600 V12 Jan 2003 — Dec 2006

Most dynamic version - 100 km/h in 4.7 seconds

5.5 Petrol 500 HP 14.4 l/100km Automatic (5)
Mercedes SL 6.0 600 2003 Jan 2003 — Jan 2006

Most dynamic version - 100 km/h in 4.7 seconds

6.0 Petrol 500 HP 15.1 l/100km Automatic (5)

Mercedes SL prices

Mercedes SL 2001 - 2006 cabrio price in Latvia is from 12000 € to 25000 €.
Comparing to analogical vehicles Mercedes SL price is very high - Mercedes SL is more than two times more expensive then average cabrios of this age (compare cabrios 2001 - 2006 prices). Mercedes SL high price can be explained by its quality above average (see below), therefore this Mercedes could be reasonable purchase in long term perspective.

YearLowestAverageHighestAvailability
Mercedes SL 2005 price 19 000 € 22 500 € 25 000 €
Mercedes SL 2004 price 12 000 € 16 000 € 20 000 €
Mercedes SL 2002 price 15 000 € 17 000 € 20 500 €

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Mercedes SL reliability and quality

According to yearly reports of vehicle inspection service Mercedes SL reliability is above average. In the roadworthiness tests in 2009 defects were detected in an average of 5.7 percent of Mercedes SL of this generation (on average 6 years old at the time of inspection). The average failure rate for a vehicles of the same age was 7.2%.

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Mercedes SL 2001 features (options)

Percentage of Mercedes SL with corresponding feature (option)

Metallic paint
79%
Climate control
71%
Rain sensor
65%
Electrically adjustable seats
53%
Leather upholstery
52%
Cruise control
49%
Heated seats
49%
Xenon headlights
48%
Electrically adjustable steering wheel
47%
Conditioning
38%
Navigation
37%
Rear parking sensors
36%
Front parking sensors
36%
Bi-xenon lights
36%
Ventilated seats
29%
Dimming mirrors
29%
Tire pressure control
18%
Adjustable steering wheel
17%

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Mercedes SL reviews

Mercedes SL 2002 Petrol 5.0 litres, Automatic gearbox
Purchase year:2005 (age of car 3 years) Owned for:110`000 kilometers (12 years)
Average fuel consumption: 14.0 litres per 100km (80% urban driving)
Total car rating:
10
   male, age 38
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