Mercedes SL 2001 55 2003 AMG
Mercedes SL 2001 5.4 petrol description
Cabrio Mercedes SL 2001 55 2003 AMG has been produced from January, 2003 to January, 2006. It has eight-cylinder petrol engine with displacement of 5.4 litres, which produces power of 500 horsepower on 6100 rpm - this is the most powerfull Mercedes SL 2001 - 2006 version and torque 700 Nm (Newton metres) on 2750 revolutions per minute.
This 8-cylinder 24-valve engine camshaft is driven by chain (What is an engine chain and belt? ). Engine has fuel injection system and kompressor turbine. The engine meets the Euro 4 emissions standard. Approximate engine life expectancy (mileage until serious repairs are required) for this engine is between 190 000 and 330 000 kilometres. Note that engine life can be longer or shorter depending on maintenance.
More engine specs
This Mercedes SL 5.4 engine oil type is 5W-40 and oil capacity is 8 litres.
Mercedes SL 2001 55 2003 AMG has classical rear wheel drive (RWD) and automatic gearbox with 5 gears.
Mercedes SL 2001 55 2003 AMG accelerates to speed 100 kilometres per hour in 4.7 seconds. The maximum speed of this car is 250 km/h.
In combined cycle (city and motorway), the Mercedes SL 2001 55 2003 AMG fuel consumption is 13.5 litres per 100km (7.4 km/l), city fuel economy - 20.3 l/100km, fuel consumption on highway - 9.6 l/100km. Fuel tank capacity is 80 litres or 21.14 gallons, which gives a mileage up to 580 kilometers without refueling in urban cycle and even up to 820 kilometers on highway.
According to user reviews, this Mercedes real everyday fuel consumption is 14.5 litres per 100 km, which is 7% more than the manufacturer's stated. More - Real Mercedes SL fuel consumption.
Mercedes SL 2001 55 2003 AMG technical data
| Model: | Mercedes SL 55 2003 AMG | ||
|---|---|---|---|
| Body style: | Cabrio | ||
| Production period: | 2003. January ... 2006. January | ||
| Engine: | 5439 cm3 Petrol, 8 cylinders | CO2 emissions: | 340 g/km |
| Power: | 500 HP ON 6100 RPM | Torque: | 700 NM ON 2750 RPM |
| Gearbox: | Automatic gearbox (5 gears) | Drive type: | Rear wheel drive (RWD) |
| Top speed: | 250 km/h | Acceleration 0-100 km/h: | 4.7 seconds |
| Fuel consumption (l/100km): | 13.5 (combined) 20.3 (urban) 9.6 (highway) | ||
| Real fuel consumption: | 14.5 l/100km (16.2 MPG) by user reviews from various sources | ||
| Fuel tank capacity: | 80 litres (21.1 gallons) | ||
| Car dimensions: | 4.54m (length) 1.82m (width) 1.30m (height) | ||
| Turning diameter: | 11 meters | ||
| Seats: | 2 seats | ||
| Trunk capacity: | 235 litres | ||
| Trunk max capacity: | 317 litres (with rear seats folded down) | ||
Mercedes SL 2001 55 2003 AMG engine M113 E55 ML AMG
Engine reliability:
Overall, this engine can last around 190,000 to 330,000 km if properly maintained, using the correct quality oil and fuel, and carrying out regular checks and maintenance.The engine has hydraulic valve tappets (lifters), which provide quieter operation and do not require periodic adjustment, but are more complex in design and can cause serious engine damage in the event of failure.
| Engine displacement | 5439 cm3 |
|---|---|
| Number of cylinders | 8 |
| Bore (cylinder diameter) | 97 mm |
| Stroke length (piston move) | 92 mm |
| Compression ratio | 10.5 : 1 |
| Camshaft drive | Timing chain Chain motors are considered more reliable, chain replacement usually is required less often than a timing belt, but they are often louder and vibrate more. |
| Fuel system | Injection |
| Mercedes SL 2001 55 2003 AMG oil type | 5W-40 |
| Oil capacity | 8 litres (8.5 quarts) |
| Power | 476 - 582 HP ON 6100 RPM |
| Torque | 700 - 800 NM ON 2750 RPM |
| Start of production (year) | 1997 |
| Duration of production | 11 years |
| Engine also used on | Mercedes E klase Mercedes S klase Mercedes G klase Mercedes CLS |
Generally, the use of an engine in several models and its long production run is an indication of the quality of the engine and the success of its design. |
All Mercedes SL cabrio [2001 - 2006] modifications
| Modification | Engine | Power | Consumption | Gearbox |
|---|---|---|---|---|
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Mercedes SL 3.7 350 2002
Oct 2002 — Jan 2006 Most fuel efficient version |
3.7 Petrol | 245 HP | 11.5 l/100km | Manual (6) |
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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) |
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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) |
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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) |
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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) |
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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) |