Mercedes SL 2006 SL 600 V12
Mercedes SL 2006 5.5 petrol description
Cabrio Mercedes SL 2006 SL 600 V12 has been produced from January, 2006 to December, 2008. It has 12-cylinder petrol engine with displacement of 5.5 litres, which produces power of 517 horsepower on 5000 rpm and torque 830 Nm (Newton metres) on 1900 revolutions per minute.
This 12-cylinder 36-valve engine camshaft is driven by chain (What is an engine chain and belt? ). Engine has fuel injection system and Biturbo turbine. Engine versions compliant with Euro 4 and Euro 5 emission standards available. Engine lifespan (mileage before major repairs or overhaul) can last from 250 up to 420 thousand kilometres. It is important to remember that engine life is highly dependent on regular maintenance and the quality of the oils and fuels used.
More engine specs
This Mercedes SL 5.5 engine oil type is 5W-40 and oil capacity is 9.5 litres.
Mercedes SL 2006 SL 600 V12 has classical rear wheel drive (RWD) and automatic gearbox with 5 gears.
Mercedes SL 2006 SL 600 V12 accelerates to speed 100 kilometres per hour in 4.5 seconds. The maximum speed of this car is 250 km/h.
Mercedes SL 2006 SL 600 V12 fuel consumption is 14.3 litres per 100km in combined city/highway mode (7 km/l), city fuel economy - 22 l/100km, fuel consumption on highway - 9.9 l/100km. Fuel tank capacity is 80 litres or 21.14 gallons, which gives a mileage up to 540 kilometers without refueling in urban cycle and even up to 800 kilometers on highway.
Mercedes SL 2006 SL 600 V12 technical data
| Model: | Mercedes SL SL 600 V12 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
| Body style: | Cabrio | ||
| Production period: | 2006. January ... 2008. December | ||
| Engine: | 5513 cm3 Petrol, 12 cylinders | CO2 emissions: | no data |
| Power: | 517 HP ON 5000 RPM | Torque: | 830 NM ON 1900 RPM |
| Gearbox: | Automatic gearbox (5 gears) | Drive type: | Rear wheel drive (RWD) |
| Top speed: | 250 km/h | Acceleration 0-100 km/h: | 4.5 seconds |
| Fuel consumption (l/100km): | 14.3 (combined) 22.0 (urban) 9.9 (highway) | ||
| 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: | 339 litres (with rear seats folded down) | ||
| Gross weight: | 2320 kg | ||
Mercedes SL 2006 SL 600 V12 engine M275 E55 AL
Engine reliability:
Overall, this engine can last around 250,000 to 420,000 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 | 5513 cm3 |
|---|---|
| Number of cylinders | 12 |
| Bore (cylinder diameter) | 82 mm |
| Stroke length (piston move) | 87 mm |
| Compression ratio | 9 : 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 2006 SL 600 V12 oil type | 5W-40 |
| Oil capacity | 9.5 litres (10 quarts) |
| Coolant capacity | 9.4 litres (9.9 quarts) |
| Power | 500 - 517 HP ON 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 800 - 830 NM ON 1900 RPM |
| Start of production (year) | 2002 |
| Duration of production | 11 years |
| Engine also used on | Mercedes S klase Mercedes CL |
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 [2006 - 2008] modifications
| Modification | Engine | Power | Consumption |
|---|---|---|---|
|
Mercedes SL 3.5 350 2006
Jan 2006 — Jan 2008 Most fuel efficient version |
3.5 Petrol | 272 HP | 10.3 l/100km |
| Mercedes SL 5.4 55 2006 AMG Jan 2006 — Jan 2008 | 5.4 Petrol | 517 HP | 13.5 l/100km |
| Mercedes SL 5.5 500 2006 Jan 2006 — Jan 2008 | 5.5 Petrol | 388 HP | 12.2 l/100km |
| Mercedes SL 2006 5.5 SL 600 V12 | 5.5 Petrol | 517 HP | 14.3 l/100km |
| Mercedes SL 6.0 600 2006 Jan 2006 — Jan 2008 | 6.0 Petrol | 517 HP | 14.3 l/100km |
|
Mercedes SL 6.0 65 2006 AMG
Jan 2006 — Jan 2008 Most dynamic version - 100 km/h in 4.2 seconds |
6.0 Petrol | 612 HP | 15.1 l/100km |