Thursday, June 19, 2008

'05 Mercedes-Benz SL

The 2005 Mercedes-Benz SL comes in four different models. The SL500 comes with a 5.0 liter V8 engine with three hundred and two horsepower. The SL55 AMG, a high performance model, has a 5.4 liter V8 with four hundred and ninety three horsepower, all supercharged.

The SL600 has a twin turbo 5.5 liter V12 engine, with the same horsepower as the as the SL55 AMG but more torque; finally, there is a limited SL65 AMG with a twin turbo 6.0 liter V12 engine with six hundred and four horsepower.

All 2005 Mercedes-Benz SL models come complete with anti-skid and traction controls, as well as ABC active suspension. Other standard features include anti lock brakes, side air bags designed to protect both the head and the torso, a driver’s knee air bag, a rollover bar, a navigation system, an assistance system, xenon head lamps, and heated seats. Options include Distronic cruise control, keyless entry and starting, and COMAND voice control for navigation, audio, and climate.