Find 2001 Mercedes-Benz SL500 Tires

Get Tires for Your Mercedes-Benz SL500

When it's time to buy new tires for your vehicle, turn to the skilled technicians at your local Firestone Complete Auto Care. Browse tires online and schedule an installation appointment today!

2001 Mercedes-Benz SL500 Tires Sizes, Speed Ratings, and Inflation

Not sure about your Mercedes-Benz SL500 tire size? Use the following chart to find information on tire size, speed rating, and inflation.

Trim Level Tire Size Speed Rating Inflation in PSI F/R
2001 Mercedes-Benz SL500 Base* 275/35ZR18 Z PSI/36 PSI SHOP THIS TIRE
2001 Mercedes-Benz SL500 Base* 245/40ZR18 Z 33 PSI/ PSI SHOP THIS TIRE
2001 Mercedes-Benz SL500 Base* 245/45ZR17 W 30 PSI/33 PSI SHOP THIS TIRE

2001 Mercedes-Benz SL500 Base*

- Size: Shop 275/35ZR18

- Speed Rating: Z

- Inflation F/R: PSI/36 PSI

2001 Mercedes-Benz SL500 Base*

- Size: Shop 245/40ZR18

- Speed Rating: Z

- Inflation F/R: 33 PSI/ PSI

2001 Mercedes-Benz SL500 Base*

- Size: Shop 245/45ZR17

- Speed Rating: W

- Inflation F/R: 30 PSI/33 PSI

* Note: these models have different tire sizes depending on vehicle options.

Recommended Tires for Your 2001 Mercedes-Benz SL500

What tires are best for a 2001 Mercedes-Benz SL500? The following tire brands and types are a great fit for your Mercedes-Benz SL500.

Bridgestone Potenza RE71RS
Potenza RE71RS

  • No warranty
  • Summer
  • Performance
Bridgestone Potenza Sport AS
Potenza Sport AS

  • Platinum Pact Limited Warranty
  • All-Season
  • Performance
Bridgestone Blizzak WS90
Blizzak WS90

  • No warranty
  • Winter
  • Winter
Bridgestone Potenza RACE
Potenza RACE

  • No warranty
  • Summer
  • Performance
Bridgestone Potenza S001
Potenza S001

  • Platinum Pact Limited Warranty
  • Summer
  • Performance
Bridgestone Potenza S007 A RFT
Potenza S007 A RFT

  • Platinum Pact Limited Warranty
  • Summer
  • Performance
Bridgestone Potenza RE980AS+
Potenza RE980AS+

  • Platinum Pact Limited Warranty
  • All-Season
  • Performance
Bridgestone Potenza Sport
Potenza Sport

  • Platinum Pact Limited Warranty
  • Summer
  • Performance
Bridgestone Potenza RE050A RFT
Potenza RE050A RFT

  • Platinum Pact Limited Warranty
  • Summer
  • Performance
Firestone Firehawk AS V2
Firehawk AS V2

  • No warranty
  • All-Season
  • Performance
Firestone Firehawk Indy 500
Firehawk Indy 500

  • Gold Pledge Limited Warranty
  • Summer
  • Performance
SUREDRIVE Sport
Sport

  • No warranty
  • All-Season
  • Performance
Toyo PROXES R1R
PROXES R1R

  • No warranty
  • Summer
  • Performance
Toyo PROXES Sport
PROXES Sport

  • No warranty
  • Summer
  • Performance
Toyo PROXES Sport A/S
PROXES Sport A/S

  • No warranty
  • All-Season
  • Performance

Get the Right Tires for 2001 Mercedes-Benz SL500

Shopping for tires can be overwhelming, but not when you're equipped with the right information. That's why you should come to see us when it's time to buy new tires for your 2001 Mercedes-Benz SL500. Firestone Complete Auto Care is the place to go for Mercedes-Benz tires in all sizes, for all seasons. Whether you need a tire that's designed to improve fuel economy, take tight corners, or handle off-road terrain, you'll find good tires that match your budget.

View the recommended tires for your 2001 Mercedes-Benz SL500, plus useful info about Mercedes-Benz SL500 tire pressure, tire size, and speed rating. Your vehicle can't drive correctly without the correct tires. As one of our tire technicians, Brianna, explains, "You want to find the correct size for your tire. It matters in alignments and keeping your vehicle driving the way it’s supposed to.”

Beyond the correct tire size, there are a couple of other factors to consider when buying Mercedes-Benz SL500 tires like which tire brands you like most and where you drive. If you live in Louisiana, you probably won't need heavy-duty winter tires. Somewhere like Colorado or even Kansas is a different story. You may want to invest in a set of Mercedes-Benz SL500 snow tires for one part of the year, and all-season tires for the rest of the year.

When evaluating your driving conditions, think about where you live (countryside vs. city vs. mountains) and the kind of unexpected weather you're likely to experience. It's not uncommon for drivers in states that experience all four seasons to buy more than one set of tires. one for winter and one for summer. That way, they can maximize their Mercedes-Benz SL500's performance during both seasons. Other drivers prefer to purchase one all-season set to limit trips to the tire shop and make sure their vehicle is prepared in the rain, sleet, snow, or sun!

Driving style is next on the list to think about when buying tires. Do you like taking your Mercedes-Benz SL500 far away from civilization? Adventuring where other vehicles can't? If you're an avid off-roader who yearns to pioneer new paths, you have very different tire needs than a highway commuter who doesn't hit the hills very often. You'll want tires that can stand up to dirt, gravel, stone, sand, and more. A larger tire with stiff sidewalls and a wide tread pattern can help prevent punctures and encourage stability on bumpy roads. But if you mostly drive around the city, a Mercedes-Benz SL500 tire that offers a smooth, quiet ride might be exactly what you need. Browse Mercedes-Benz SL500 tires online or come to your nearby Firestone Complete Auto Care for help selecting the tire that's right for you. You can buy 2001 Mercedes-Benz SL500 tires online now!

Mercedes-Benz SL500 Tire Brands

You have so many options when it comes to tire brands that work for Mercedes-Benz SL500s. Firestone and Bridgestone are two of the most popular. Firestone tires for Mercedes-Benz SL500s always deliver! Harvey Firestone started the Firestone Tire & Rubber Company in 1900 in Akron, OH. He was a boundary-pusher from the get-go. Firestone recognized the overwhelming potential for automobile tires, so he began testing and producing passenger, truck, and farm tires. The company can be credited for introducing the first all-rubber, non-skid tire in 1908! Firestone Tires has been passionate about leading the industry since day one, thanks to Harvey Firestone's industrious spirit. Firestone is now one of the largest tire manufacturers in the world with 8,000 different tires for a variety of vehicles — including the 2001 Mercedes-Benz SL500.

You can't go wrong with Bridgestone for Mercedes-Benz SL500 tires, too. Shojiro Ishibashi founded The Bridgestone Tire Company Ltd. in Japan in 1931. His company merged with The Firestone Tire & Rubber Company in 1990. Today, Bridgestone Tires has more than 55,000 employees and 50 production facilities throughout the Americas. The company remains an international leader in tire and rubber technology, providing world-class service, tires, and more to communities worldwide. As Shojiro Ishibashi put it, Bridgestone is dedicated worldwide to "serve society with superior quality." That means you can buy superior quality Bridgestone tires for a 2001 Mercedes-Benz SL500 and drive with peace of mind!

Mercedes-Benz SL500 Tire Rotation, Repair & More

We sell tires, but we also service them and care for all the around-the-wheel components. We're your one-stop shop for tire installation, rotation, and ongoing maintenance! Shop 2001 Mercedes-Benz SL500 tires online and schedule an installation appointment. Many stores are open on Saturday and Sunday for your convenience.

2001 Mercedes-Benz SL500 Tire Q&A

Inspecting and caring for your tires is one of the best ways to help them last. Get answers to common Mercedes-Benz SL500 tire questions and learn how to care for new tires.

  • Why does Mercedes-Benz tire inflation matter? A small decrease in tire pressure can have a big impact on your driving. Maintaining proper tire pressure can help improve braking time, increase fuel economy, and boost tire lifespan.
  • Why are there numbers on the side of my Mercedes-Benz SL500 tires? Your tire sidewall numbers tell you the recommended load carrying capacity, speed rating, treadwear, traction, and tire size. Talk to a tire technician to learn how to read Mercedes-Benz tire numbers.
  • Can I check the tread depth on my Mercedes-Benz tires at home? All you need is a penny. Hold the penny so that Abraham Lincoln is facing you, then place your penny into a tread groove upside down. If you can see the top of Abe’s head, your tread is shallow and it might be time for new Mercedes-Benz SL500 tires.