2009 Mercedes-Benz SL-class Features And Specs

Year

Style, Configuration, Engine Options

Trim

SL550 SL550 Package Includes

  • Interior

  • Leather seat trim

  • 12-way pwr heated front seats-inc

    3-position memory, pneumatic lumbar support, easy-access courtesy feature, automatic height-adjusting front head restraints

  • Aluminum door sills

  • Floor mats

  • Leather-trimmed pwr 4-way tilt/telescopic steering wheel-inc

    memory, audio & multi-function display controls, programmable easy-exit feature

  • Electronic analog tachometer & gauges for fuel level & coolant temp

  • Dual multi-function displays in speedometer & tachometer faces-inc

    trip computer, exterior temp gauge, maintenance system, oil level check, digital speedometer, reminder & malfunction messages, driver-programmable settings, cruise control, touch shift gear & shift mode selection, audio status, navigation route guidance

  • Mercedes-Benz Maintenance System display-inc

    distance remaining to next maintenance, type of service due, reminders

  • Pwr windows w/1-touch express up/down front & 1-touch express down rear windows

  • SmartKey system-inc

    remote central locking system, anti-theft engine immobilizer, drive away automatic locking

  • SmartKey infrared remote -inc

    trunk open, windows open/close, panic alarm, fuel filler door, selective unlock all, hard top raise/lower doors or drivers

  • Hard drive GPS navigation system

  • Integrated HomeLink compatible (3) button garage door opener

  • Cruise control

  • Enhanced voice control for audio, telephone & navigation

  • Alarm system

  • In-dash SD memory card reader

  • Automatic dual-zone climate control-inc

    dust & pollen filters, active charcoal filters, smog sensor, sun sensor, humidity sensor, dew point sensor, REST mode w/engine heat recirculation feature or cabin ventilation, seat belt usage sensors

  • Rear window defroster w/auto shut-off based on time, exterior temp

  • Auto-dimming rearview mirror

  • Dual illuminated visor vanity mirrors

  • Burl walnut wood interior trim

  • Leather-trimmed shift knob

  • Attachable fine-mesh wind deflector

  • Removable trunk separator

  • Shelf behind seats w/retractable luggage straps, locking dual enclosed storage compartments beneath luggage shelf

  • Exterior

  • 18\ x 8.5\ front/18\ x 9.5\ rear 5-spoke aluminum wheels

  • P255/40ZR18 high performance front tires

  • P285/35ZR18 high performance rear tires

  • Collapsible compact spare tire w/portable electric air compressor

  • Electro-hydraulic retractable aluminum hardtop w/easy-pack system

  • Driver-selectable light-sensing headlamps

  • Halogen front foglamps

  • Single rear red foglamp

  • Dual-intensity LED brake lamps & taillamps

  • Dual pwr heated mirrors w/driver memory/auto-dimming

  • Variable intermittent rain sensing windshield wipers w/heated washer nozzles

  • Entertainment

  • COMAND cockpit management & data system-inc

    AM/FM/Weatherband radio, in-dash 6-disc CD/DVD changer, large color LCD screen

  • Harman/Kardon LOGIC7 digital surround sound w/Dolby digital 5.1/aux audio input

  • Sirius satellite radio w/(6) month subscription

  • Aux pwr outlet

  • Center armrest mounted iPod/MP3 media interface

  • Hands-free Bluetooth system

  • Engine

  • Engine Order Code

    NA

  • Engine Type and Required Fuel

    Gas V8

  • Displacement (liters/cubic inches)

    5.5L/333

  • Fuel System

    SFI

  • Maximum Horsepower @ RPM

    382 @ 6000

  • Maximum Torque @ RPM

    391 @ 2800-4000

  • Cooling System Capacity (quarts)

    NA

  • Electrical

  • Cold Cranking Amps @ 0° F

    NA

  • Maximum Alternator Capacity (amps)

    NA

  • Safety

  • Anti-lock braking system (ABS) w/brake assist system

  • Electronic stability program (ESP)

  • Programmable daytime running lamps

  • Dual-stage front airbags w/front passenger adaptive feature, occupant classification system

  • Door-mounted side-impact head & thorax airbags

  • Drivers knee airbag

  • Tele Aid global positioning system (GPS) satellite system-inc

    stolen vehicle recovery, remote door unlock service, automatic alarm & collision notification

  • Night security illumination

  • 3-point seat belts-inc

    emergency tensioning device, passenger selectable seat belt retractor, shoulder belts automatic height-adjusters

  • Tire pressure monitoring system

  • Illuminated emergency interior trunk release

  • Pop-up roll bar

  • Steering

  • Steering Type

    Pwr Rack & Pinion

  • Steering Ratio (:1)

    NA

  • Turns, lock to lock

    2.6

  • Turning Diameter / Radius, curb to curb (feet)

    36.2

  • Turning Diameter / Radius, wall to wall (feet)

    NA

  • Mechanical

  • 5.5L DOHC SFI 32-valve V8 engine

  • 7-speed driver-adaptive electronic automatic transmission-inc

    touch shift, optimum gear programming, comfort mode

  • Rear wheel drive

  • Independent 4-link front suspension

  • Independent 5-arm multi-link rear suspension

  • Active Body Control (ABC)-inc

    coil spring & electronically controlled hydraulic cylinder w/gas-pressurized shock absorber at each wheel, automatic all-wheel level control, driver-selectable ride-height control, automatic speed-sensitive lowering

  • Vehicle-speed-sensitive pwr rack & pinion steering w/integrated hydraulic damper

  • Pwr 4-piston perforated & internally vented front & 1-piston solid rear disc brakes

  • Electro-hydraulic braking system w/automatic brake drying & predictive brake priming

  • Dual chrome exhaust tips

  • Suspension

  • Front Suspension Type

    Independent

  • Rear Suspension Type

    Independent

  • Front Shock Absorber Diameter (mm)

    NA

  • Rear Shock Absorber Diameter (mm)

    NA

  • Front Anti-Roll Bar Diameter (inches)

    NA

  • Rear Anti-Roll Bar Diameter (inches)

    NA

  • Towing

  • Maximum Trailer Weight, dead weight hitch (pounds)

    NA

  • Maximum Tongue Weight, dead weight hitch (pounds)

    NA

  • Maximum Trailer Weight, weight distributing hitch (pounds)

    NA

  • Maximum Tongue Weight, weight distributing hitch (pounds)

    NA

  • Transmission

  • Transmission Order Code

    NA

  • Transmission Description

    Automatic w/OD

  • Number of Transmission Speeds

    7

  • First Gear Ratio (:1)

    4.38

  • Second Gear Ratio (:1)

    2.86

  • Third Gear Ratio (:1)

    1.92

  • Fourth Gear Ratio (:1)

    1.37

  • Fifth Gear Ratio (:1)

    1.00

  • Sixth Gear Ratio (:1)

    0.82

  • Seventh Gear Ratio (:1)

    0.73

  • Reverse Ratio (:1)

    3.42 (R2 2.23)

  • Final Drive Axle Ratio (:1)

    NA

  • Clutch Size

    NA

  • Vehicle

  • EPA Classification

    2 Seater

  • Drivetrain

    Rear Wheel Drive

  • Warranty

  • 4 Basic Years / 50,000 Basic Miles

  • 4 Drivetrain Years / 50,000 Drivetrain Miles

  • 4 Corrosion Years / 50,000 Corrosion Miles

  • Unlimited Roadside Assistance Years / Unlimited Roadside Assistance Miles

  • Brakes

  • Brake Type

    Pwr

  • Anti-Lock-Braking System

    4-Wheel

  • Front Brake Rotors, diameter x thickness (inches)

    13.0 x 1.1

  • Rear Brake Rotors, diameter x thickness (inches)

    11.8 x 0.4

  • Rear Drums, diameter x width (inches)

    NA