Mercedes SL 2008 500 2008
Mercedes SL 2008 5.5 petrol description
Cabrio Mercedes SL 2008 500 2008 has been produced from January, 2008 to January, 2012. It has eight-cylinder petrol engine with displacement of 5.5 litres, which produces power of 388 horsepower on 6000 rpm and torque 530 Nm (Newton metres) on 2800 revolutions per minute.
This 8-cylinder 32-valve engine camshaft is driven by chain (What is an engine chain and belt? ). Engine has fuel injection system, this is an atmospheric engine (without turbine). Engine versions compliant with Euro 4 and Euro 5 emission standards available. Engine lifespan (mileage before major repairs or overhaul) can last from 310 up to 520 thousand kilometres. Note that engine life can be longer or shorter depending on maintenance.
More engine specs
This Mercedes SL 5.5 engine oil type is 5W-30 and oil capacity is 8.5 litres.
Mercedes SL 2008 500 2008 has classical rear wheel drive (RWD) and automatic gearbox with 7 gears.
Mercedes SL 2008 500 2008 accelerates to speed 100 kilometres per hour in 5.4 seconds. The maximum speed of this car is 250 km/h.
Mercedes SL 2008 500 2008 fuel consumption is 11.6 litres per 100km in combined city/highway mode (8.6 km/l), fuel consumption in city - 17.3 l/100km, highway fuel economy - 8.4 l/100km. Fuel tank capacity is 80 litres or 21.14 gallons, which gives a mileage up to 680 kilometers without refueling in urban cycle and even up to 940 kilometers on highway.
Mercedes SL 2008 500 2008 technical data
| Model: | Mercedes SL 500 2008 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
| Body style: | Cabrio | ||
| Production period: | 2008. January ... 2012. January | ||
| Engine: | 5461 cm3 Petrol, 8 cylinders | CO2 emissions: | 272 g/km |
| Power: | 388 HP ON 6000 RPM | Torque: | 530 NM ON 2800 RPM |
| Gearbox: | Automatic gearbox (7 gears) | Drive type: | Rear wheel drive (RWD) |
| Top speed: | 250 km/h | Acceleration 0-100 km/h: | 5.4 seconds |
| Fuel consumption (l/100km): | 11.6 (combined) 17.3 (urban) 8.4 (highway) | ||
| Fuel tank capacity: | 80 litres (21.1 gallons) | ||
| Car dimensions: | 4.56m (length) 1.82m (width) 1.32m (height) | ||
| Turning diameter: | 11 meters | ||
| Seats: | 2 seats | ||
| Trunk capacity: | 235 litres | ||
| Trunk max capacity: | 339 litres (with rear seats folded down) | ||
| Gross weight: | 2205 kg | ||
Mercedes SL 2008 500 2008 engine M273 KE55
Engine reliability:
Overall, this engine can last around 310,000 to 520,000 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 | 5461 cm3 |
|---|---|
| Number of cylinders | 8 |
| Bore (cylinder diameter) | 98 mm |
| Stroke length (piston move) | 90.5 mm |
| Compression ratio | 10.7 : 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 2008 500 2008 oil type | 5W-30 |
| Oil capacity | 8.5 litres (9 quarts) |
| Power | 388 HP ON 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 530 NM ON 2800 RPM |
| Start of production (year) | 2005 |
| Duration of production | 10 years |
| Engine also used on | Mercedes E klase Mercedes ML Mercedes S klase Mercedes G klase and 6 other models |
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 [2008 - 2012] modifications
| Modification | Engine | Power | Consumption |
|---|---|---|---|
|
Mercedes SL 3.0 280 2008
Most fuel efficient version |
3.0 Petrol | 231 HP | 9.4 l/100km |
|
Mercedes SL 3.5 350 2008
Most fuel efficient version by real consumption |
3.5 Petrol | 315 HP | 9.7 l/100km |
| Mercedes SL 5.5 500 2008 | 5.5 Petrol | 388 HP | 11.6 l/100km |
| Mercedes SL 5.5 600 2008 | 5.5 Petrol | 517 HP | 13.9 l/100km |
|
Mercedes SL 2008 6.0 AMG SL 65 V12
Jan 2008 — Dec 2010 Most dynamic version - 100 km/h in 4.2 seconds |
6.0 Petrol | 612 HP | 14.0 l/100km |
| Mercedes SL 6.2 63 2008 AMG | 6.2 Petrol | 525 HP | 13.9 l/100km |