1998 Mercedes-Benz SL-Class Models & Specs

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2dr Roadster 5.0L
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2dr Roadster 5.0L Features & Specs

Specifications

  • Drivetrain: Rear Wheel Drive
  • Engine: 5.0L DOHC SMPI 32
  • Fuel Type: Gasoline Fuel
  • Fuel Capacity: 21.1 gal.
  • Torque: 345 ft. lbs.
  • Horsepower: 315 hp.
  • MPG (City/Hwy): 16/23
  • Transmission: 5 Speed Automatic w/OD
  • Seating Capacity: 2
  • Cargo Capacity: 7.9 cu. ft.
  • Curb Weight: 4165 lbs.
  • Tires: 225/55ZR16 - 245/40ZR18
  • Front Head Room: 37.1"
  • Front Leg Room: 42.4"
  • Wheelbase: 99.0"
  • Length: 177.1"
  • Width: 71.3"
  • Height: 51.3"

Interior Features

  • 10-way electrically adjustable front bucket seats w/head restraints/3-position driver seat memory
  • Electrically operated tilt/telescoping steering column w/3-position memory
  • Interior central locking for storage compartments (1997)
  • 4-remote locking storage compartments (1997)
  • Adjustable front center armrest (1997)
  • Burl walnut interior trim (1997)
  • Dual illuminated visor vanity mirrors (1997)
  • Rearview mirror w/auto-dimming feature
  • Velour floor mats (1997)
  • Pwr windows w/express-down control (1997)
  • Key or remote-operated window closing capability
  • Remote infrared locking system-inc: doors, trunk release, window closing, starter interrupt
  • Cruise control
  • Universal integrated garage door opener (1997)
  • Anti-theft alarm system w/starter interlock
  • Bose sound system w/Acoustimass, antitheft-coded AM/FM stereo/weather band radio & auto reverse cassette player, auto speed-dependent volume adjustment, 6-speakers
  • Automatic climate control-inc: dust filter, residual-heat REST mode
  • Leather upholstery
  • Automatic electric AM/FM/cellular antenna (1997)

Exterior Features

  • Dual heated electric remote outside rearview mirrors (1997)
  • Auto dimming driver mirror
  • Eccentric-sweep windshield wiper w/heated washer system, rain-sensing wiper activation (1997)
  • Halogen headlamps & heated washing system w/wipers
  • Front foglamps
  • Rear foglamp
  • Automatic convertible soft top
  • Removable aluminum hard top
  • Removable wind deflector (1997)
  • Automatic pop-up rollbar

Safety Features

  • Anti-lock brake system (ABS)
  • Brake assist system (applies full braking pwr automatically when needed)
  • Driver & front passenger front air bag supplemental restraint system
  • Door mounted side air bags
  • Babysmart automatic child seat recognition system
  • Adjustable 3-point front shoulder belts w/height adjustment & emergency tensioning retractors (1997)
  • Automatic slip control

Mechanical Features

  • 5.0L DOHC SMPI 32-valve aluminum-alloy V8 engine
  • Variable intake valve timing
  • 5-speed electronically controlled automatic transmission-inc: "winter" mode, adaptive controls, OD
  • Rear wheel drive
  • Automatic slip control
  • Fully electronic ignition system w/knock sensor timing control
  • Monocoque body construction
  • Independent front suspension w/damper struts, lower control arms w/anti-dive geometry, negative-offset steering
  • Independent five-link rear suspension w/anti-lift/anti-squat geometry
  • Front/rear coil springs, stabilizer bar, gas shock absorbers
  • P225/55ZR16 SBR tires
  • 16" X 8.0" aluminum-alloy wheels
  • Pwr-assisted recirculating-ball steering
  • 4-wheel pwr disc brakes
  • Anti-lock brake system (ABS)
  • Brake assist system (applies full braking pwr automatically when needed)
  • 21.1 gallon fuel tank

Options & Packages

Option Pkg

Sl1 sport pkg ($4,970)

  • 18 x 8.0" front/18 x 9.0" rear monoblock alloy wheels
  • 245/40ZR18 front/ 275/35ZR18 rear tires
  • Sculpted front apron w/mesh air dam intake
  • Sculpted side skirts
  • Extended rear apron
  • Sport emblems
  • Sport shift knob
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