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1999 Mercedes-Benz SL (R129, facelift 1998) AMG SL 73 V12 (525 Hp) Automatic

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Key specs

Mercedes-Benz SL Roadster 1999, 2000, 2001

What is the body type, Mercedes-Benz SL (R129, facelift 1998)?Roadster, 2 Doors, 2 Seats
What is the fuel economy, Mercedes-Benz SL (R129, facelift 1998) AMG SL 73 V12 (525 Hp) Automatic?15.9 l/100 km
14.79 US mpg
17.77 UK mpg
6.29 km/l
How ECO is the car, Mercedes-Benz SL AMG SL 73 V12 (525 Hp) Automatic?Euro 3
How fast is the car, 1999 SL (R129, facelift 1998) AMG SL 73 V12 (525 Hp) Automatic?250 km/h | 155.34 mph
0-100 km/h: 4.8 sec
0-60 mph: 4.6 sec
How much power, Mercedes-Benz SL Roadster 1999 AMG SL 73 V12 (525 Hp) Automatic?525 Hp, 750 Nm
553.17 lb.-ft.
What is the engine size, Mercedes-Benz SL Roadster 1999 AMG SL 73 V12 (525 Hp) Automatic?7.3 l
7291 cm3
444.92 cu. in.
How many cylinders, 1999 Mercedes-Benz AMG SL 73 V12 (525 Hp) Automatic?12, V-engine
What is the drivetrain, Mercedes-Benz SL (R129, facelift 1998) Roadster 1999 AMG SL 73 V12 (525 Hp) Automatic?Rear wheel drive. Internal Combustion engine. The Internal combustion engine (ICE) drives the rear wheels of the vehicle.
How long is this vehicle, 1999 Mercedes-Benz SL Roadster?4499 mm
177.13 in.
How wide is the vehicle, 1999 Mercedes-Benz SL Roadster?1812 mm
71.34 in.
What is the curb weight, 1999 Mercedes-Benz SL (R129, facelift 1998) AMG SL 73 V12 (525 Hp) Automatic?1975 kg
4354.13 lbs.
What is the gross weight, 1999 Mercedes-Benz SL (R129, facelift 1998) AMG SL 73 V12 (525 Hp) Automatic?2320 kg
5114.72 lbs.
How much trunk (boot) space, 1999 Mercedes-Benz SL Roadster?265 l
9.36 cu. ft.
How many gears, What type is the gearbox, 1999 Mercedes-Benz SL (R129, facelift 1998) AMG SL 73 V12 (525 Hp) Automatic?5, automatic transmission

Mercedes-Benz SL (R129, facelift 1998) AMG SL 73 V12 (525 Hp) Automatic 1999, 2000, 2001 Specs

General information
BrandMercedes-Benz
Model SL
Generation SL (R129, facelift 1998)
Modification (Engine) AMG SL 73 V12 (525 Hp) Automatic
Start of production April, 1999 year
End of production May, 2001 year
Powertrain Architecture Internal Combustion engine
Body typeRoadster
Seats 2
Doors 2
Performance specs
Fuel consumption (economy) - urban (NEDC) 24.5 l/100 km 9.6 US mpg
11.53 UK mpg
4.08 km/l
Fuel consumption (economy) - extra urban (NEDC) 11.4 l/100 km 20.63 US mpg
24.78 UK mpg
8.77 km/l
Fuel consumption (economy) - combined (NEDC) 15.9 l/100 km 14.79 US mpg
17.77 UK mpg
6.29 km/l
Fuel Type Petrol (Gasoline)
Acceleration 0 - 100 km/h4.8 sec
Acceleration 0 - 62 mph4.8 sec
Acceleration 0 - 60 mph (Calculated by Auto-Data.net) 4.6 sec
Maximum speed 250 km/h, Electronically limited 155.34 mph
Emission standard Euro 3
Weight-to-power ratio 3.8 kg/Hp, 265.8 Hp/tonne
Weight-to-torque ratio 2.6 kg/Nm, 379.7 Nm/tonne
Engine specs
Power 525 Hp @ 5500 rpm.
Power per litre 72 Hp/l
Torque 750 Nm @ 4000 rpm. 553.17 lb.-ft. @ 4000 rpm.
Engine layout Front, Longitudinal
Engine Model/Code M 120 E 73/120.990
Engine displacement 7291 cm3 444.92 cu. in.
Number of cylinders 12
Engine configuration V-engine
Cylinder Bore 91.5 mm 3.6 in.
Piston Stroke 92.4 mm 3.64 in.
Compression ratio 10.5
Number of valves per cylinder 4
Fuel injection system Multi-port manifold injection
Engine aspiration Naturally aspirated engine
Valvetrain DOHC
Engine oil specification Log in to see.Log in to see.
Space, Volume and weights
Kerb Weight 1975 kg 4354.13 lbs.
Max. weight 2320 kg 5114.72 lbs.
Max load 345 kg 760.59 lbs.
Trunk (boot) space - minimum 265 l 9.36 cu. ft.
Fuel tank capacity 80 l 21.13 US gal | 17.6 UK gal
Dimensions
Length 4499 mm 177.13 in.
Width 1812 mm 71.34 in.
Height 1296 mm 51.02 in.
Wheelbase 2515 mm 99.02 in.
Front track 1553 mm 61.14 in.
Rear (Back) track 1541 mm 60.67 in.
Drag coefficient (Cd) 0.32-0.40
Minimum turning circle (turning diameter) 10.7 m 35.1 ft.
Drivetrain, brakes and suspension specs
Drivetrain Architecture The Internal combustion engine (ICE) drives the rear wheels of the vehicle.
Drive wheel Rear wheel drive
Number of gears and type of gearbox 5 gears, automatic transmission
Front suspension Coil spring, Hydro-pneumatic element, Wishbone, Transverse stabilizer
Rear suspension Hydro-pneumatic element, Independent multi-link suspension, Transverse stabilizer, Coil spring
Front brakesVentilated discs
Rear brakesVentilated discs
Assisting systemsABS (Anti-lock braking system)
Steering type Cone worm with recirculation balls
Power steering Hydraulic Steering
Tires size Front wheel tires: 245/40 ZR 18
Rear wheel tires: 275/35 ZR 18
Wheel rims sizeFront wheel rims: 8.5 J x 18 H 2
Rear wheel rims: 9.5 J x 18 H 2