2008 Mercedes-Benz SL-Class Specs, Features & Options

Here's everything you need to know about each trim in the 2008 Mercedes-Benz SL-Class lineup. Compare pricing, specs, key features and more.

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Sl-Class

	1 of 4 SL-Class SL 550 Roadster 2D	2 of 4 SL-Class SL 600 Roadster 2D	3 of 4 SL-Class SL 55 AMG Roadster 2D	4 of 4 SL-Class SL 65 AMG Roadster 2D
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Fair Market Price	$13,755	$20,526	$23,449	$28,395
Fuel Economy	City 14/Hwy 21/Comb 16 MPG	City 11/Hwy 18/Comb 14 MPG	City 12/Hwy 17/Comb 14 MPG	City 11/Hwy 18/Comb 14 MPG
Fuel Type	Gas	Gas	Gas	Gas
Horsepower	382 @ 6000 RPM	510 @ 5000 RPM	510 @ 6100 RPM	604 @ 4800 RPM
Cargo Volume	10.20 cu ft	10.20 cu ft	11.20 cu ft	11.20 cu ft
Engine	V8, 5.5 Liter	V12, Twin Turbo, 5.5L	V8, Supercharged, 5.5L	V12, Twin Turbo, 6.0L
Cylinders	8	12	8	12
Torque	391 lb-ft	612 lb-ft	531 lb-ft	738 lb-ft
Turning Circle	36.2 feet	36.2 feet	36.2 feet	36.2 feet
0 - 60	5.3 seconds	4.4 seconds	4.4 seconds	4.2 seconds

Emergency & Security Services	Standard	Standard	Standard	Standard
Child Seat Anchors	Standard	Standard	Standard	Standard
Child Door Locks	Not available	Not available	Not available	Not available
Traction Control	Standard	Standard	Standard	Standard

Cruise Control	Standard	Standard	Standard	Standard
Remote Keyless Entry	Standard	Standard	Standard	Standard
Remote Engine Start	Optional	Standard	Optional	Standard
Proximity Sensing Keyless Entry	Standard	Standard	Standard	Standard
Navigation System	Standard	Standard	Standard	Standard
Voice Recognition System	Optional	Optional	Optional	Optional
Hands Free Phone	Standard	Standard	Standard	Standard

	Premium Radio	Standard	Standard	Standard	Standard
	Satellite Radio	Standard	Standard	Standard	Standard

Remote Keyless Entry	Standard	Standard	Standard	Standard
Cruise Control	Standard	Standard	Standard	Standard
Heated Mirrors	Standard	Standard	Standard	Standard
Integrated Garage Door Opener	Standard	Standard	Standard	Standard

Torque	391 @ 6000 RPM	612 @ 5000 RPM	531 @ 6100 RPM	738 @ 4800 RPM
0 to 60	5.3 seconds	4.4 seconds	4.4 seconds	4.2 seconds
Top Speed	155 mph	155 mph	155 mph	155 mph

Leather Seats	Standard	Standard	Standard	Standard
Dual Power Front Seats	Standard	Standard	Standard	Standard
Power Driver's Seat	Standard	Standard	Standard	Standard

Leather Interior Trim	Not Available	Not Available	Not Available	Standard
Leather-Wrapped Steering Wheel	Standard	Standard	Standard	Standard
Power Windows	Standard	Standard	Standard	Standard
Rear Window Defroster	Standard	Standard	Standard	Standard
Steering Wheel Controls	Standard	Standard	Standard	Standard
Tilt Steering Wheel	Standard	Standard	Standard	Standard
Tilt/Telescoping Steering Wheel	Standard	Standard	Standard	Standard

Adaptive Headlights	Not Available	Standard	Standard	Standard
Alloy Wheels	Standard	Standard	Standard	Standard
Fog Lights	Standard	Standard	Standard	Standard
Panorama Moon Roof	Optional	Optional	Optional	Optional
Power Liftgate/Trunk Release	Standard	Standard	Standard	Standard
Rain Sensing Windshield Wipers	Standard	Standard	Standard	Standard

Alarm System

Standard

Drivetrain	RWD	RWD	RWD	RWD
Limited Slip Differential	Not Available	Not Available	Not Available	Standard
Recommended Fuel	Premium	Premium	Premium	Premium
Stability Control	Standard	Standard	Standard	Standard
Transmission Type	Automatic	Automatic	Automatic	Automatic

Curb Weight	4220 pounds	4455 pounds	4365 pounds	4555 pounds
EPA Total Interior	57.8 cubic feet	57.8 cubic feet	57.8 cubic feet	57.8 cubic feet
Fuel Capacity	21.1 gallons	21.1 gallons	21.1 gallons	21.1 gallons
Front Head Room	37.7 inches	37.7 inches	37.7 inches	37.7 inches
Front Leg Room	42.9 inches	42.9 inches	42.9 inches	42.9 inches
Overall Length	178.5 inches	178.5 inches	178.5 inches	178.5 inches
Front Shoulder Room	54 inches	54 inches	54 inches	54 inches
Turning Diameter	36.2 feet	36.2 feet	36.2 feet	36.2 feet
Wheel Base	100.8 inches	100.8 inches	100.8 inches	100.8 inches
Width with mirrors	80 inches	80 inches	80 inches	80 inches

FAQs

Is the 2008 Mercedes-Benz SL-Class a powerful car?

It depends on your definition of powerful. The 2008 SL-Class ranges in power from the SL 550 Roadster 2D with 382 horsepower and a 0-60 time of 5.3 seconds to the SL 65 AMG Roadster 2D with 604 horsepower and a 0-60 time of 4.2 seconds. For a more detailed look at the 2008 SL-Class specs, features and options check out Kelley Blue Book's 2008 Mercedes-Benz SL-Class specs page.

How fast is the 2008 Mercedes-Benz SL-Class?

The 2008 SL-Class ranges in power from the SL 550 Roadster 2D with 382 horsepower and a 0-60 time of 5.3 seconds to the SL 65 AMG Roadster 2D with 604 horsepower and a 0-60 time of 4.2 seconds. For a more detailed look at the 2008 SL-Class specs, features and options check out Kelley Blue Book's 2008 Mercedes-Benz SL-Class specs page.

What are the levels of Mercedes-Benz SL-Classs?

The 2008 Mercedes-Benz SL-Class comes in 4 different trims, ranging from the SL 550 Roadster 2D with a base MSRP of $13,755.00 to the SL 65 AMG Roadster 2D with a base MSRP of $28,395.00. For an in-depth side-by-side breakdown of all the 2008 SL-Class specs, features and options by trim level, check out Kelley Blue Book's 2008 Mercedes-Benz SL-Class specs page.

What features does the Mercedes-Benz SL-Class 2008 have?

2008 Mercedes-Benz SL-Class features include AM/FM Radio, CD Changer, and Child Seat Anchors. For a full list of All 2008 SL-Class trims and their respective features and specs compared side-by-side, check out Kelley Blue Book's 2008 Mercedes-Benz SL-Class specs page.