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Compare 2003 Mercedes-Benz SL-Class specifications by trim levels

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SL-Class is a 2-seat from Mercedes-Benz, which first hit the market back in 1999.

With the price tag ranging from $85,990 to $113,250, the Mercedes-Benz SL-Class faces the stiff competition with the same-class rivals like BMW 640, BMW 650, BMW M6.

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The Mercedes-Benz SL-Class boasts the average fuel economy anywhere from 20 to 22 mpg, depending on the petrol type and engine capacity.

The maximum width and height is 72.00mm x 178.50mm respectively and can vary on the basis of model.

Key Specs of 2003 Mercedes-Benz SL-Class

  • Fuel Tank: 21.1 gal

  • Wheelbase: 100.8 in

  • MPG: 15 city/22 hwy

  • 0-60 mph: 6.7 sec

  • Curb: 4045 lbs

  • Tires: P255/45WR17.0 BSW performance AS

  • Cargo: 7.3 cu.ft

  • Passenger capacity: 2

  • Dimensions(LxWxH): 178.5 x 72 x 51



2003 Mercedes-Benz SL-Class Price, Review, Ratings and Pictures

The Mercedes-Benz SL-Class is offered in 2 trim levels. Compare the trim levels to ensure you will have the desired features and will not pay for the unnecessary upgrades

Our comprehensive charts with interior and exterior specs are also designed to give you thorough details about Mercedes-Benz SL-Class safety features and entertainment system, technical aspects, and so on.

Compare the Mercedes-Benz SL-Class specifications & features by choosing the necessary trim level & year of manufacture.

Specs

    • Main Info

    • Doors 2

    • Engine

    • Horsepower 302 hp @ 5500 –
      493 hp @ 6100

    • Torque 339 lb-ft. –
      516 lb-ft.

    • 0-60mph / 0-100kmh 4.9 - 6.7 sec

    • 1/4 mile time 13.2 - 15.1 sec

    • Dimensions

    • Length 178.5 in

    • Width 72 in

    • Height 51 in

    • Wheelbase 100.8 in

    • Curb Weight 4045 lbs

    • Turning radius 18.6 ft

    • CAPACITY

    • Seats 2

    • Passenger volume 58

    • FUEL

    • Fuel tank 21.1 - 24 gal

    • City 14 - 15 mpg

    • Combined 17 - 19 mpg

    • Highway 20 - 22 mpg

    • Highway range 464.2 - 480 mi



Specifications

Base SL500 2dr Roadster

Base SL55 AMG 2dr Roadster
Exterior length
178.50 in 178.50 in
Exterior body width
72.00 in 72.00 in
Exterior height
51.00 in 51.00 in
Horsepower
302 493
Torque
339 516
Fuel economy - city
15 mpg 14 mpg
Fuel economy - highway
22 mpg 20 mpg
0-60mph / 0-100kmh (s)
6.70 seconds 4.90 seconds
1/4 mile time
15.10 seconds 13.20 seconds
1/4 mile speed
92 mph 107 mph
Lateral acceleration (g)
0.90 0.90
Slalom speed
61 mph 61 mph
Bore-and-Stroke
3.82/3.31 " 3.82/3.62 "
Curb weight
4045.00 lbs 4235.00 lbs
Wheelbase
100.80 in 100.80 in
Front track
61.40 " 61.80 "
Rear track
60.90 " 61.10 "
Turning radius
18.60 17.90
Front legroom
42.90 in 42.90 in
Front headroom
37.70 in 37.70 in
Front shoulder room
54.00 in 54.00 in
Luggage volume
7.30 cu.ft. 8.30 cu.ft.
Luggage volume (max)
10.10 cu.ft. 11.20 cu.ft.
Passenger volume
58 cu.ft. 58 cu.ft.
Fuel tank
21.10 gal. 24.00 gal.
Drag coefficient
0.29 0.30

Interior Features

Base SL500 2dr Roadster

Base SL55 AMG 2dr Roadster
12V DC power outlet
1 1

Exterior Features

Base SL500 2dr Roadster

Base SL55 AMG 2dr Roadster
Door count
2 doors 2 doors
Sunroof
1st and 2nd row fixed glass 1st and 2nd row fixed glass
Front tires
P255/45WR17.0 BSW performance AS P255/40WR18.0 BSW performance
Wheels
17" silver alloy 18" silver AMG aluminum
Spare tire and wheel
3488 –
Tires - rear
285/35WR10 285/35WR18

Seats

Base SL500 2dr Roadster

Base SL55 AMG 2dr Roadster
Standard seating
2 2

Entertainment System

Base SL500 2dr Roadster

Base SL55 AMG 2dr Roadster
Speakers
8 8
1st row LCD screen
1 1

Safety and Security Features

Base SL500 2dr Roadster

Base SL55 AMG 2dr Roadster
Door curb lights
2 2

Mechanical Features

Base SL500 2dr Roadster

Base SL55 AMG 2dr Roadster
Axle ratio
2.82 2.82

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