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Mercedes-Benz SL (R230, facelift 2006)

Compare all 5 engine versions of the Mercedes-Benz SL SL (R230, facelift 2006), then open the technical data for the exact drivetrain and production year.

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Engine versions

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5 versions · 5 Gasoline

Engine Fuel Power Production
SL 600 V12 (517 KM) Automatic Selected Gasoline 517 KM 2006–2008
SL 500 V8 (388 KM) 7G-TRONIC Selected Gasoline 388 KM 2006–2008
SL 350 V6 (272 KM) 7G-TRONIC Selected Gasoline 272 KM 2006–2008
AMG SL 55 V8 (517 KM) Automatic Selected Gasoline 517 KM 2006–2008
AMG SL 65 V12 (612 KM) Automatic Selected Gasoline 612 KM 2006–2008

Selected engine version

SL 600 V12 (517 KM) Automatic

Gasoline · 2006–2008

Engine power
517KM
Torque
830Nm
Engine displacement
5,513cm³
Fuel type
Gasoline
Acceleration 0-100 km/h
4.5s
Maximum speed
250km/h
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Basic version information

Brand
Mercedes-Benz
Model
SL
Version
SL (R230, facelift 2006)
Engine
SL 600 V12 (517 KM) Automatic
Engine type
Combustion engine
Number of doors
2
Start of production
2006
End of production
2008
Body type
Roadster
Number of seats
2
Fuel type
Gasoline

Performance

Maximum speed
250 km/h
Acceleration 0-100 km/h
4.5 s
Fuel consumption measurement standard
NEDC
Fuel consumption - Urban cycle
22 l/100 km
Fuel consumption measurement standard
NEDC
Fuel consumption - Extra-urban cycle
9.9 l/100 km
Fuel consumption measurement standard
NEDC
Fuel consumption - Combined cycle
14.3 l/100 km
Emission standard
Euro 4
CO2 measurement standard
NEDC
CO2 emissions
340 g/km

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Engine

Engine model / code
M275.951
Engine position
Front, Longitudinal
Engine displacement
5513 cm³
Maximum engine speed
5900 obr./min
Fuel injection system
Multi-point injection
Engine type
BiTurbo, Intercooler
Valvetrain
SOHC
Engine configuration
V-shaped
Number of cylinders
12
Cylinder bore
82 mm
Piston stroke
87 mm
Compression ratio
9
Number of valves per cylinder
3
Engine oil capacity
8 l
Power
517 KM @ 5000 obr./min
Torque
830 Nm @ 1900-3500 obr./min

Volume and weight

Fuel tank
80 l
Aerodynamic drag coefficient (Cx)
0.29-0.34
Minimum trunk capacity
235 l
Maximum trunk capacity
339 l
Curb weight
1970 kg
Gross weight
2320 kg
Roof load
75 kg

Vehicle dimensions

Length
4532 mm
Width
1827 mm
Width with unfolded mirrors
2033 mm
Height
1298 mm
Wheelbase
2560 mm
Front track
1559 mm
Rear track
1537 mm
Front overhang
956 mm
Rear overhang
1016 mm
Turning circle
11.04 m

Drivetrain, Brakes and suspension

Drive
Rear-wheel drive
Number of gears
5
Front suspension
Hydraulic element, Independent multi-link suspension
Rear suspension
Hydraulic element, Independent multi-link suspension
Front brakes
Ventilated disc
Front brake disc/drum diameter
360 mm
Rear brakes
Ventilated disc
Rear brake disc/drum diameter
330 mm
Steering system
Rack-and-pinion
Power steering
Hydraulic power steering
Tire size
285/35 R18;255/40 R18
Rim size
9.5J x 18;8.5J x 18
ABS
yes

Selected engine version

SL 500 V8 (388 KM) 7G-TRONIC

Gasoline · 2006–2008

Engine power
388KM
Torque
530Nm
Engine displacement
5,461cm³
Fuel type
Gasoline
Acceleration 0-100 km/h
5.4s
Maximum speed
250km/h
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Basic version information

Brand
Mercedes-Benz
Model
SL
Version
SL (R230, facelift 2006)
Engine
SL 500 V8 (388 KM) 7G-TRONIC
Engine type
Combustion engine
Number of doors
2
Start of production
2006
End of production
2008
Body type
Roadster
Number of seats
2
Fuel type
Gasoline

Performance

Maximum speed
250 km/h
Acceleration 0-100 km/h
5.4 s
Fuel consumption measurement standard
NEDC
Fuel consumption - Urban cycle
18.2 l/100 km
Fuel consumption measurement standard
NEDC
Fuel consumption - Extra-urban cycle
8.8 l/100 km
Fuel consumption measurement standard
NEDC
Fuel consumption - Combined cycle
12.2 l/100 km
Emission standard
Euro 4
CO2 measurement standard
NEDC
CO2 emissions
291 g/km

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What is a VIN?

Engine

Engine model / code
M273.961
Engine position
Front, Longitudinal
Engine displacement
5461 cm³
Fuel injection system
Multi-point injection
Engine type
Naturally aspirated engine
Valvetrain
DOHC
Engine configuration
V-shaped
Number of cylinders
8
Cylinder bore
98 mm
Piston stroke
90.5 mm
Compression ratio
10.7
Number of valves per cylinder
4
Engine oil capacity
8.5 l
Power
388 KM @ 6000 obr./min
Torque
530 Nm @ 2800-4800 obr./min

Volume and weight

Fuel tank
80 l
Aerodynamic drag coefficient (Cx)
0.29-0.34
Minimum trunk capacity
235 l
Maximum trunk capacity
339 l
Curb weight
1835 kg
Gross weight
2205 kg
Roof load
75 kg

Vehicle dimensions

Length
4532 mm
Width
1827 mm
Width with unfolded mirrors
2033 mm
Height
1298 mm
Wheelbase
2560 mm
Front track
1559 mm
Rear track
1537 mm
Front overhang
956 mm
Rear overhang
1016 mm
Turning circle
11.04 m

Drivetrain, Brakes and suspension

Drive
Rear-wheel drive
Number of gears
7
Front suspension
Hydraulic element, Independent multi-link suspension
Rear suspension
Hydraulic element, Independent multi-link suspension
Front brakes
Ventilated disc
Rear brakes
Ventilated disc
Steering system
Rack-and-pinion
Power steering
Hydraulic power steering
Tire size
255/45 R17
Rim size
8.5J x 17
ABS
yes

Selected engine version

SL 350 V6 (272 KM) 7G-TRONIC

Gasoline · 2006–2008

Engine power
272KM
Torque
350Nm
Engine displacement
3,498cm³
Fuel type
Gasoline
Acceleration 0-100 km/h
6.6s
Maximum speed
250km/h
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Basic version information

Brand
Mercedes-Benz
Model
SL
Version
SL (R230, facelift 2006)
Engine
SL 350 V6 (272 KM) 7G-TRONIC
Engine type
Combustion engine
Number of doors
2
Start of production
2006
End of production
2008
Body type
Roadster
Number of seats
2
Fuel type
Gasoline

Performance

Maximum speed
250 km/h
Acceleration 0-100 km/h
6.6 s
Fuel consumption measurement standard
NEDC
Fuel consumption - Urban cycle
14.8 l/100 km
Fuel consumption measurement standard
NEDC
Fuel consumption - Extra-urban cycle
7.7 l/100 km
Fuel consumption measurement standard
NEDC
Fuel consumption - Combined cycle
10.3 l/100 km
Emission standard
Euro 4
CO2 measurement standard
NEDC
CO2 emissions
246 g/km

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What is a VIN?

Engine

Engine model / code
M272.966
Engine position
Front, Longitudinal
Engine displacement
3498 cm³
Fuel injection system
Multi-point injection
Engine type
Naturally aspirated engine
Valvetrain
DOHC
Engine configuration
V-shaped
Number of cylinders
6
Cylinder bore
92.9 mm
Piston stroke
86 mm
Compression ratio
10.7
Number of valves per cylinder
4
Engine oil capacity
8 l
Power
272 KM @ 6000 obr./min
Torque
350 Nm @ 2400-5000 obr./min

Volume and weight

Fuel tank
80 l
Aerodynamic drag coefficient (Cx)
0.29-0.34
Minimum trunk capacity
235 l
Maximum trunk capacity
339 l
Curb weight
1750 kg
Gross weight
2120 kg
Roof load
75 kg

Vehicle dimensions

Length
4532 mm
Width
1827 mm
Width with unfolded mirrors
2033 mm
Height
1298 mm
Wheelbase
2560 mm
Front track
1559 mm
Rear track
1537 mm
Front overhang
956 mm
Rear overhang
1016 mm
Turning circle
11.04 m

Drivetrain, Brakes and suspension

Drive
Rear-wheel drive
Number of gears
7
Front suspension
Coil spring, Independent multi-link suspension
Rear suspension
Independent multi-link suspension, Coil spring
Front brakes
Ventilated disc
Rear brakes
Ventilated disc
Steering system
Rack-and-pinion
Power steering
Hydraulic power steering
Tire size
255/45 R 17 98 W
Rim size
8.5 J x 17 H 2
ABS
yes

Selected engine version

AMG SL 55 V8 (517 KM) Automatic

Gasoline · 2006–2008

Engine power
517KM
Torque
720Nm
Engine displacement
5,439cm³
Fuel type
Gasoline
Acceleration 0-100 km/h
4.5s
Maximum speed
250km/h
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Basic version information

Brand
Mercedes-Benz
Model
SL
Version
SL (R230, facelift 2006)
Engine
AMG SL 55 V8 (517 KM) Automatic
Engine type
Combustion engine
Number of doors
2
Start of production
2006
End of production
2008
Body type
Roadster
Number of seats
2
Fuel type
Gasoline

Performance

Maximum speed
250 km/h
Acceleration 0-100 km/h
4.5 s
Acceleration 0-200 km/h
14 s
Deceleration from 100 km/h to 0
35.9 m
Deceleration from 200 km/h to 0
149.5 m
Fuel consumption measurement standard
NEDC
Fuel consumption - Urban cycle
20.3 l/100 km
Fuel consumption measurement standard
NEDC
Fuel consumption - Extra-urban cycle
9.6 l/100 km
Fuel consumption measurement standard
NEDC
Fuel consumption - Combined cycle
13.5 l/100 km
Emission standard
Euro 4
CO2 measurement standard
NEDC
CO2 emissions
324 g/km

Vehicle history report

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What is a VIN?

Engine

Engine model / code
M113.992
Engine position
Front, Longitudinal
Engine displacement
5439 cm³
Fuel injection system
Multi-point injection
Engine type
Compressor, Intercooler
Valvetrain
SOHC
Engine configuration
V-shaped
Number of cylinders
8
Cylinder bore
97 mm
Piston stroke
92 mm
Compression ratio
9
Number of valves per cylinder
3
Engine oil capacity
8.5 l
Coolant capacity
13 l
Power
517 KM @ 6100 obr./min
Torque
720 Nm @ 2600-4000 obr./min

Volume and weight

Fuel tank
80 l
Aerodynamic drag coefficient (Cx)
0.29-0.34
Minimum trunk capacity
235 l
Maximum trunk capacity
339 l
Curb weight
1885 kg
Gross weight
2205 kg
Roof load
75 kg

Vehicle dimensions

Length
4532 mm
Width
1827 mm
Width with unfolded mirrors
2033 mm
Height
1298 mm
Wheelbase
2560 mm
Front track
1559 mm
Rear track
1537 mm
Front overhang
956 mm
Rear overhang
1016 mm
Turning circle
11.04 m

Drivetrain, Brakes and suspension

Drive
Rear-wheel drive
Number of gears
5
Front suspension
Hydraulic element, Independent multi-link suspension
Rear suspension
Hydraulic element, Independent multi-link suspension
Front brakes
Ventilated disc
Front brake disc/drum diameter
360 mm
Rear brakes
Ventilated disc
Rear brake disc/drum diameter
330 mm
Steering system
Rack-and-pinion
Power steering
Hydraulic power steering
Tire size
285/35 R18;255/40 R18
Rim size
9.5J x 18;8.5J x 18
ABS
yes

Selected engine version

AMG SL 65 V12 (612 KM) Automatic

Gasoline · 2006–2008

Engine power
612KM
Torque
1,000Nm
Engine displacement
5,980cm³
Fuel type
Gasoline
Acceleration 0-100 km/h
4.2s
Maximum speed
250km/h
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Basic version information

Brand
Mercedes-Benz
Model
SL
Version
SL (R230, facelift 2006)
Engine
AMG SL 65 V12 (612 KM) Automatic
Engine type
Combustion engine
Number of doors
2
Start of production
2006
End of production
2008
Body type
Roadster
Number of seats
2
Fuel type
Gasoline

Performance

Maximum speed
250 km/h
Acceleration 0-100 km/h
4.2 s
Fuel consumption measurement standard
NEDC
Fuel consumption - Urban cycle
23.4 l/100 km
Fuel consumption measurement standard
NEDC
Fuel consumption - Extra-urban cycle
10.4 l/100 km
Fuel consumption measurement standard
NEDC
Fuel consumption - Combined cycle
15.1 l/100 km
Emission standard
Euro 4
CO2 measurement standard
NEDC
CO2 emissions
362 g/km

Vehicle history report

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A VIN report can help confirm the exact engine, equipment, mileage records and reported damage before you buy.

What is a VIN?

Engine

Engine model / code
M275.981
Engine position
Front, Longitudinal
Engine displacement
5980 cm³
Fuel injection system
Multi-point injection
Engine type
BiTurbo, Intercooler
Valvetrain
SOHC
Engine configuration
V-shaped
Number of cylinders
12
Cylinder bore
82.6 mm
Piston stroke
93 mm
Compression ratio
9
Number of valves per cylinder
3
Engine oil capacity
9.5 l
Power
612 KM @ 4800-5100 obr./min
Torque
1000 Nm @ 2000-4000 obr./min

Volume and weight

Fuel tank
80 l
Aerodynamic drag coefficient (Cx)
0.29-0.34
Minimum trunk capacity
235 l
Maximum trunk capacity
339 l
Curb weight
2045 kg
Gross weight
2385 kg
Roof load
75 kg

Vehicle dimensions

Length
4532 mm
Width
1827 mm
Width with unfolded mirrors
2033 mm
Height
1298 mm
Wheelbase
2560 mm
Front track
1559 mm
Rear track
1537 mm
Front overhang
956 mm
Rear overhang
1016 mm
Turning circle
11.04 m

Drivetrain, Brakes and suspension

Drive
Rear-wheel drive
Number of gears
5
Front suspension
Hydraulic element, Independent multi-link suspension
Rear suspension
Hydraulic element, Independent multi-link suspension
Front brakes
Ventilated disc
Rear brakes
Ventilated disc
Steering system
Rack-and-pinion
Power steering
Hydraulic power steering
Tire size
285/35 R19;255/40 R19
Rim size
9.5J x 19;8.5J x 19
ABS
yes