BY THE GOAUTO TEAM | 12th Jul 2011

The Basics
- Body Type: Convertible
- Seats: 2
- Series: R172 MY14
- Warranty (kms): Unlimited
- Warranty (years): Three years

Engine
- Aspiration: Direct Injection
- Bore: 92.9mm
- Capacity: 3498cc
- Compression Ratio: 12.0:1
- Cylinders: 6
- Engine type: V
- Fuel type: Premium Unleaded 95
- Litre: 3.5
- Location: Front
- Orientation: Inline
- Valve desc.: DOHC
- Valves: 24

Transmission
- Drive train: Rear-wheel drive
- Shift position: floor
- Transmission: 7-speed automatic

Weight and Capacities
- Fuel tank size: 70 litres

Performance/Statistics
- CO2 Emissions: 194 g/km
- EURO rating: 5
- Fuel usage: 8.3 l/100km
- Greenhouse rating: 6.5
- Gross vehicle mass GVM (kgs): 1855
- Kerb to kerb: 10.52m
- Payload (kgs): 315
- Power (kW): 225
- Power (RPM): 6500
- Power to weight (kW/tonne): 153
- Range: 660km
- Stroke: 86.0
- Torque (Nm): 370
- Torque (rpm): 3500-5250
- Torque to weight (Nm/tonne): 246
- Weight (kgs): 1540

Wheels and Tyres
- Front tyres: 225/40
- Front wheels: 7.5/18
- Rear tyres: 245/35
- Rear wheels: 8.5/18
- Spare: Space saver
- Type: Alloy

Dimensions (Exterior)
- Boost type: Normal
- Doors: 2
- Ground clearance: 120mm
- Height: 1301mm
- Length: 4134mm
- Overhang front: 870
- Overhang rear: 834
- Track front: 1559
- Track rear: 1565
- Wheelbase: 2430
- Width: 2006mm
- Width (without mirrors): 1810mm

Dimensions (Interior)
- Headroom front: 993mm
- Luggage volume: 225
- Luggage volume seats down: 335

Interior
- 3spoke multi-function steering wheel:
  - anodised aluminium decor clasp
  - flattened lower section
  - nappa leather rim
- Air conditioning:
  - closing function
  - combination filter
  - comfort air recirculation
  - manual air flow control
- Audible warning signal:
  - if lights left on
  - if park brake not released
  - if seat belts not fastened
- Audio 20:
  - 14.7cm tft colour display
  - 6 disc cd changer
  - am/fm tuner
  - audio streaming
  - bluetooth connectivity
  - keypad for phone operation
  - mp3/wma/aac compatibility
- Electric front windows:
  - convenience control
  - obstruction sensor
- Fluid level warning indicator:
  - fuel
  - oil & coolant
- Full leather upholstery:
  - contrasting top stitching
  - solar reflecting
- Height adjustable front sports seats:
  - folding backrests
  - height adjustable head restraints
  - seat heating
- Interior light package:
  - door mirror ambient lighting
  - exit lights in a-pillar
  - footwell lighting
  - illuminated centre console storage
- Media interface in centre console:
  - cables included
  - ipod & 3.5mm aux-in connectivity
  - usb interface
- Air-conditioning: dual
- Brushed aluminium trim elements: with light longitudinal grain
- Centre console storage compartment: cup holder & 12v socket
- Cruise control with Speedtronic: variable speed limiter
- Direction indicators: with lane changer function
- Folding front armrest: with compartment
- Instrument cluster: with multi-function display
- Manual adjust steering column: for height & reach
- Sports pedal cluster with rubber studs: brushed stainless steel
- Stainless steel door sills: with mb lettering

Exterior
- Body colour vario-roof:
  - convenience open/close
  - electro-hydraulic operation
  - remote control in key
- Heated electric door mirrors:
  - body colour
  - integral indicators
- Radiator grille with MB star: chrome louvre

Safety
- Pre-Safe system:
  - electric window closing
  - reversible belt tensioners
- Seat belt pre-tensioners: and force limiters
- Seat occupancy sensor: front p[assenger seat

Security
- Central locking:
  - automatic locking
  - crash sensor
  - interior switch

Tech
- Adaptive Brake:
  - brake drying feature
  - with hold function
- Direct-Steer system:
  - turning circle 10.52 metres
  - variable steering assistance
  - variable steering ratio
- 4wheel disc brakes: front ventilated

Extra Features
- Command Online Multimedia:
  - # telephony & audio streaming
  - 10gb music register
  - 17.8cm tft colour display
  - 6 disc cd/dvd changer
  - bluetooth interface #
  - hdd navigation with rds-tmc
  - internet browser
  - linguatronic voice activation
  - sd memory card slot
  - telephone keypad
- Intelligent Light System:
  - adaptive light distribution
  - bi-xenon headlights
  - dynamic range adjustment
  - headlight cleaning system
  - led daytime driving lights
  - led rear indicators
- Memory package:
  - door mirrors
  - front seats
  - includes 4way lumbar support
  - steering column
- Mirror Package:
  - auto dimming driver door mirror
  - auto dimming interior mirror
  - electric folding door mirrors
- Thermotronic air conditioning:
  - 2 zone automatic climate control
  - automatic air flow control
  - sun & air quality sensor
- Airguide draught stop: transparent turntable
- Airscarf neck level heating: for driver & front passenger
- Metallic paint: diamond white bright
- Roll-over bar: anodised aluminium insert

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