Compare 2006 Mercedes-Benz SL500 Tires

Buy New Mercedes-Benz SL500 Tires

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!

2006 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
2006 Mercedes-Benz SL500 Base* 255/40ZR18 Y 30 PSI/ PSI SHOP THIS TIRE
2006 Mercedes-Benz SL500 Base* 255/45R17 W 26 PSI/29 PSI SHOP THIS TIRE
2006 Mercedes-Benz SL500 Base* 285/35ZR18 W PSI/29 PSI SHOP THIS TIRE
2006 Mercedes-Benz SL500 Base* 255/40ZR18 W 27 PSI/ PSI SHOP THIS TIRE
2006 Mercedes-Benz SL500 Base* 285/35ZR18 Y PSI/33 PSI SHOP THIS TIRE

2006 Mercedes-Benz SL500 Base*

- Size: Shop 255/40ZR18

- Speed Rating: Y

- Inflation F/R: 30 PSI/ PSI

2006 Mercedes-Benz SL500 Base*

- Size: Shop 255/45R17

- Speed Rating: W

- Inflation F/R: 26 PSI/29 PSI

2006 Mercedes-Benz SL500 Base*

- Size: Shop 285/35ZR18

- Speed Rating: W

- Inflation F/R: PSI/29 PSI

2006 Mercedes-Benz SL500 Base*

- Size: Shop 255/40ZR18

- Speed Rating: W

- Inflation F/R: 27 PSI/ PSI

2006 Mercedes-Benz SL500 Base*

- Size: Shop 285/35ZR18

- Speed Rating: Y

- Inflation F/R: PSI/33 PSI

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

Recommended Tires for Your 2006 Mercedes-Benz SL500

What tires are best for a 2006 Mercedes-Benz SL500? The following tire brands and types are a great fit for your Mercedes-Benz SL500.

Bridgestone DriveGuard Plus
DriveGuard Plus

  • Platinum Pact Limited Warranty
  • All-Season
  • Performance
Bridgestone Potenza RE71RS
Potenza RE71RS

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

  • Platinum Pact Limited Warranty
  • Summer
  • Performance
Bridgestone Potenza Sport AS
Potenza Sport AS

  • Platinum Pact Limited Warranty
  • All-Season
  • Performance
Bridgestone Turanza EL400-02
Turanza EL400-02

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

  • Gold Pledge Limited 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

Buy Tires for 2006 Mercedes-Benz SL500

Shopping for tires can be overwhelming, but not when you're equipped with the right information. That's one reason it's a good idea to visit us when you're ready to buy new  2006 Mercedes-Benz SL500 tires. Firestone Complete Auto Care is your one-stop shop for  Mercedes-Benz SL500 tires for winter, spring, summer, and fall. Whether you want tire that's made to improve fuel economy, take tight corners, or handle off-road terrain, you'll find affordable tires that get the job done.

View the recommended tires for your 2006 Mercedes-Benz SL500, plus useful info about Mercedes-Benz SL500 tire size, speed rating, and tire pressure. Come to Firestone Complete Auto Care for tires and you'll experience our best service. As one of our tire managers, Ruben, says, “I make sure you know which tire is the best fit for your car, not only for performance but safety.”

Other than getting the proper tire size, there are a couple of other factors to consider when buying Mercedes-Benz SL500 tires like how and where you drive, and how much you want to spend. If you live in Louisiana, you probably won't need heavy-duty winter tires. In Colorado, though, there's a good chance you'll want Mercedes-Benz SL500 snow tires for a good portion of the year, and maybe even all-season tires for year-round comfort and versatility.

Think about where you live (countryside vs. city vs. mountains) and the kind of unexpected weather you're likely to experience when evaluating your driving conditions. Many drivers who live in states that experience all four seasons choose to purchase two sets of tires: one for winter and one for summer. It's one of the best ways to maximize their Mercedes-Benz SL500's safety and performance from January to December. 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!

Your personal driving style is the next factor to consider. Do you like taking your Mercedes-Benz SL500 far away from civilization? Going where no vehicle has gone before? If you're a big off-roading fan you forges paths where others can't, you have very different needs than a long-distance commuter who sticks to the highway. You'll want strong tires that can take on sand, stone, gravel, dirt, and more. You might want to look at bigger tires with stiffer sidewalls and wider tread patterns to help protect against punctures and maintain balance on bumpy roads. But if you're comfortable in the city and suburbs, a Mercedes-Benz SL500 tire that offers low rolling resistance for better fuel efficiency might be exactly what you want. 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're only a click or two away from a new set of 2006 Mercedes-Benz SL500 tires.

Mercedes-Benz SL500 Tire Brands

You have many great options for Mercedes-Benz SL500 tire brands when you visit Firestone Complete Auto Care. Two of them are Firestone and Bridgestone. Firestone tires for Mercedes-Benz SL500s are always ready to get the job done! The Firestone Tire & Rubber Company was founded in 1900 in Akron, Ohio by Harvey Firestone. He was a passionate inventor from the start. Firestone saw a future in automobile tires, so he began testing and producing farm, truck, and passenger tires. Fun fact: in 1908, Firestone's company introduced the first all-rubber, non-skid tire! Firestone Tires has been passionate about leading the industry since day one, thanks to Harvey Firestone's industrious spirit. Today, Firestone is one of the largest tire manufacturers in the world. They make 8,000 different tires for all sorts of vehicles — including 2006 Mercedes-Benz SL500s.

You can't go wrong with Bridgestone for Mercedes-Benz SL500 tires, too. Bridgestone Tire Company Ltd. was founded by Shojiro Ishibashi in Japan in 1931 and 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, delivering outstanding tires, service, and more to drivers worldwide. As Shojiro Ishibashi said, Bridgestone is dedicated worldwide to "serve society with superior quality." That means you can find superior quality Bridgestone tires for a 2006 Mercedes-Benz SL500 and drive with peace of mind.

Mercedes-Benz SL500 Tire Rotation, Repair & More

Firestone Complete Auto Care installs more tires on more cars than most other companies. We're your tire shop and a complete service center for tire installation, maintenance, repair, rotation, and alignment! We make it easy to buy new 2006 Mercedes-Benz SL500 tires online and book an installation appointment at the same time. Many stores are open late and on weekends to better fit your busy schedule.

Questions About 2006 Mercedes-Benz SL500 Tires

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 check Mercedes-Benz tire inflation? The right tire inflation helps increase fuel economy, improve braking time, and boost tire lifespan! The right tire pressure can make all the difference. Even a small change in tire pressure can impact your driving.
  • What do the numbers on my Mercedes-Benz SL500 tires mean? The numbers on your tire sidewall give you information about tire speed rating, traction, treadwear, tire size, and load carrying capacity. Chat with a tire technician to learn how to read the numbers on your Mercedes-Benz tires!
  • Can I check the tread depth on my Mercedes-Benz tires at home? Grab a penny. Hold the so that Abe Lincon's head is facing you and his hair is pointing toward the ground. Then, place the penny into a tread groove. 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.