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14 versions · 14 Gasoline

Engine Fuel Power Production
350 SL V8 (200 KM) Automatic Selected Gasoline 200 KM 1970–1976
450 SL V8 (225 KM) Automatic Selected Gasoline 225 KM 1973–1980
500 SL V8 (240 KM) Automatic Selected Gasoline 240 KM 1980–1981
280 SL (185 KM) Selected Gasoline 185 KM 1974–1985
280 SL (185 KM) Automatic Selected Gasoline 185 KM 1974–1985
280 SL (177 KM) Automatic Selected Gasoline 177 KM 1976–1978
280 SL (177 KM) Selected Gasoline 177 KM 1976–1978
350 SL V8 (200 KM) Selected Gasoline 200 KM 1970–1976
350 SL V8 (195 KM) Selected Gasoline 195 KM 1976–1980
350 SL V8 (195 KM) Automatic Selected Gasoline 195 KM 1976–1980
380 SL V8 (218 KM) Automatic Selected Gasoline 218 KM 1980–1981
380 SL V8 (204 KM) Automatic Selected Gasoline 204 KM 1981–1985
450 SL V8 (217 KM) Automatic Selected Gasoline 217 KM 1975–1980
500 SL V8 (231 KM) Automatic Selected Gasoline 231 KM 1981–1985

Selected engine version

350 SL V8 (200 KM) Automatic

Gasoline · 1970–1976

Engine power
200 KM
Torque
211 Nm
Engine displacement
3,499 cm³
Fuel type
Gasoline
Acceleration 0-100 km/h
9.5 s
Maximum speed
205 km/h
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Basic version information

Brand
Mercedes-Benz
Model
SL
Version
SL (R107)
Engine
350 SL V8 (200 KM) Automatic
Engine type
Combustion engine
Number of doors
2
Start of production
1970
End of production
1976
Body type
Roadster
Number of seats
2
Fuel type
Gasoline

Performance

Maximum speed
205 km/h
Acceleration 0-100 km/h
9.5 s
Fuel consumption - Combined cycle
13 l/100 km

Engine

Engine model / code
M116.984
Engine position
Front, Longitudinal
Engine displacement
3499 cm³
Fuel injection system
Multi-point injection
Engine type
Naturally aspirated engine
Valvetrain
SOHC
Engine configuration
V-shaped
Number of cylinders
8
Cylinder bore
92 mm
Piston stroke
65.8 mm
Compression ratio
9.5
Number of valves per cylinder
2
Engine oil capacity
8 l
Coolant capacity
14.3 l
Power
200 KM @ 5800 obr./min
Torque
211 Nm @ 4000 obr./min

Volume and weight

Fuel tank
90 l
Maximum trunk capacity
252 l
Curb weight
1545 kg
Gross weight
1975 kg
Braked trailer load (12% slope start)
1200 kg
Trailer load without brakes
750 kg

Vehicle dimensions

Length
4390 mm
Width
1790 mm
Height
1300 mm
Wheelbase
2460 mm
Front track
1452 mm
Rear track
1440 mm
Turning circle
10.34 m

Drivetrain, Brakes and suspension

Drive
Rear-wheel drive
Number of gears
3
Front suspension
Coil spring, Double wishbone
Rear suspension
Anti-roll bar, Trailing arm, Coil spring
Front brakes
Ventilated disc
Front brake disc/drum diameter
278 mm
Rear brakes
Disc
Rear brake disc/drum diameter
279 mm
Steering system
Worm and roller steering
Power steering
Hydraulic power steering
Tire size
205/70 VR14;205/70 VR14
Rim size
6.5J x 14;6.5J x 14
ABS
no

Selected engine version

450 SL V8 (225 KM) Automatic

Gasoline · 1973–1980

Engine power
225 KM
Torque
378 Nm
Engine displacement
4,520 cm³
Fuel type
Gasoline
Acceleration 0-100 km/h
8.8 s
Maximum speed
215 km/h
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Basic version information

Brand
Mercedes-Benz
Model
SL
Version
SL (R107)
Engine
450 SL V8 (225 KM) Automatic
Engine type
Combustion engine
Number of doors
2
Start of production
1973
End of production
1980
Body type
Roadster
Number of seats
2
Fuel type
Gasoline

Performance

Maximum speed
215 km/h
Acceleration 0-100 km/h
8.8 s
Fuel consumption - Combined cycle
14.5 l/100 km

Engine

Engine model / code
M117.982
Engine position
Front, Longitudinal
Engine displacement
4520 cm³
Fuel injection system
Multi-point injection
Engine type
Naturally aspirated engine
Valvetrain
SOHC
Engine configuration
V-shaped
Number of cylinders
8
Cylinder bore
92 mm
Piston stroke
85 mm
Compression ratio
8.8
Number of valves per cylinder
2
Engine oil capacity
8 l
Coolant capacity
15 l
Power
225 KM @ 5000 obr./min
Torque
378 Nm @ 3000 obr./min

Volume and weight

Fuel tank
90 l
Maximum trunk capacity
252 l
Curb weight
1585 kg
Gross weight
2015 kg
Braked trailer load (12% slope start)
1200 kg
Trailer load without brakes
750 kg

Vehicle dimensions

Length
4370 mm
Width
1790 mm
Height
1300 mm
Wheelbase
2455 mm
Front track
1452 mm
Rear track
1440 mm
Turning circle
10.34 m

Drivetrain, Brakes and suspension

Drive
Rear-wheel drive
Number of gears
3
Front suspension
Coil spring, Double wishbone
Rear suspension
Torsion beam with threaded rod, Anti-roll bar, Coil spring
Front brakes
Ventilated disc
Front brake disc/drum diameter
278 mm
Rear brakes
Disc
Rear brake disc/drum diameter
279 mm
Steering system
Worm and roller steering
Power steering
Hydraulic power steering
Tire size
205/70 VR14;205/70 VR14
Rim size
6.5J x 14;6.5J x 14
ABS
no

Selected engine version

500 SL V8 (240 KM) Automatic

Gasoline · 1980–1981

Engine power
240 KM
Torque
404 Nm
Engine displacement
4,973 cm³
Fuel type
Gasoline
Maximum speed
225 km/h
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Basic version information

Brand
Mercedes-Benz
Model
SL
Version
SL (R107)
Engine
500 SL V8 (240 KM) Automatic
Engine type
Combustion engine
Number of doors
2
Start of production
1980
End of production
1981
Body type
Roadster
Number of seats
2
Fuel type
Gasoline

Performance

Maximum speed
225 km/h
Fuel consumption - Urban cycle
21 l/100 km
Fuel consumption - Extra-urban cycle
10.9 l/100 km

Engine

Engine model / code
M117.960
Engine position
Front, Longitudinal
Engine displacement
4973 cm³
Fuel injection system
Multi-point injection
Engine type
Naturally aspirated engine
Valvetrain
SOHC
Engine configuration
V-shaped
Number of cylinders
8
Cylinder bore
96.5 mm
Piston stroke
85 mm
Compression ratio
8.8
Number of valves per cylinder
2
Engine oil capacity
8 l
Coolant capacity
12.5 l
Power
240 KM @ 5000 obr./min
Torque
404 Nm @ 3200 obr./min

Volume and weight

Fuel tank
90 l
Maximum trunk capacity
261 l
Curb weight
1540 kg
Gross weight
1960 kg
Braked trailer load (12% slope start)
1500 kg
Trailer load without brakes
750 kg

Vehicle dimensions

Length
4390 mm
Width
1790 mm
Height
1300 mm
Wheelbase
2455 mm
Front track
1452 mm
Rear track
1440 mm
Turning circle
10.34 m

Drivetrain, Brakes and suspension

Drive
Rear-wheel drive
Number of gears
4
Front suspension
Coil spring, Double wishbone
Rear suspension
Torsion beam with threaded rod, Anti-roll bar, Coil spring
Front brakes
Ventilated disc
Front brake disc/drum diameter
278 mm
Rear brakes
Disc
Rear brake disc/drum diameter
279 mm
Steering system
Worm and roller steering
Power steering
Hydraulic power steering
Tire size
205/70 VR14;205/70 VR14
Rim size
6.5J x 14;6.5J x 14
ABS
no

Selected engine version

280 SL (185 KM)

Gasoline · 1974–1985

Engine power
185 KM
Torque
240 Nm
Engine displacement
2,746 cm³
Fuel type
Gasoline
Acceleration 0-100 km/h
10.1 s
Maximum speed
200 km/h
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Basic version information

Brand
Mercedes-Benz
Model
SL
Version
SL (R107)
Engine
280 SL (185 KM)
Engine type
Combustion engine
Number of doors
2
Start of production
1974
End of production
1985
Body type
Roadster
Number of seats
2
Fuel type
Gasoline

Performance

Maximum speed
200 km/h
Acceleration 0-100 km/h
10.1 s
Fuel consumption - Urban cycle
17.7 l/100 km
Fuel consumption - Extra-urban cycle
9.3 l/100 km

Engine

Engine model / code
M110.982
Engine position
Front, Longitudinal
Engine displacement
2746 cm³
Fuel injection system
Multi-point injection
Engine type
Naturally aspirated engine
Valvetrain
DOHC
Engine configuration
Inline
Number of cylinders
6
Cylinder bore
86 mm
Piston stroke
78.8 mm
Compression ratio
9
Number of valves per cylinder
4
Engine oil capacity
6 l
Coolant capacity
12 l
Power
185 KM @ 5800 obr./min
Torque
240 Nm @ 4500 obr./min

Volume and weight

Fuel tank
90 l
Maximum trunk capacity
261 l
Curb weight
1500 kg
Gross weight
1920 kg
Braked trailer load (12% slope start)
1500 kg
Trailer load without brakes
750 kg

Vehicle dimensions

Length
4390 mm
Width
1790 mm
Height
1300 mm
Wheelbase
2460 mm
Front track
1452 mm
Rear track
1440 mm
Turning circle
10.34 m

Drivetrain, Brakes and suspension

Drive
Rear-wheel drive
Number of gears
5
Front suspension
Coil spring, Double wishbone
Rear suspension
Anti-roll bar, Trailing arm, Coil spring
Front brakes
Ventilated disc
Front brake disc/drum diameter
278 mm
Rear brakes
Disc
Rear brake disc/drum diameter
279 mm
Steering system
Worm and roller steering
Power steering
Hydraulic power steering
Tire size
195/75 R14;195/75 R14
Rim size
6.5J x 14;6.5J x 14
ABS
no

Selected engine version

280 SL (185 KM) Automatic

Gasoline · 1974–1985

Engine power
185 KM
Torque
240 Nm
Engine displacement
2,746 cm³
Fuel type
Gasoline
Acceleration 0-100 km/h
10.1 s
Maximum speed
200 km/h
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Basic version information

Brand
Mercedes-Benz
Model
SL
Version
SL (R107)
Engine
280 SL (185 KM) Automatic
Engine type
Combustion engine
Number of doors
2
Start of production
1974
End of production
1985
Body type
Roadster
Number of seats
2
Fuel type
Gasoline

Performance

Maximum speed
200 km/h
Acceleration 0-100 km/h
10.1 s
Fuel consumption - Combined cycle
12.5 l/100 km

Engine

Engine model / code
M110E28/110.982
Engine position
Front, Longitudinal
Engine displacement
2746 cm³
Fuel injection system
Multi-point injection
Engine type
Naturally aspirated engine
Valvetrain
DOHC
Engine configuration
Inline
Number of cylinders
6
Cylinder bore
86 mm
Piston stroke
78.8 mm
Compression ratio
9
Number of valves per cylinder
2
Engine oil capacity
6 l
Coolant capacity
12 l
Power
185 KM @ 6000 obr./min
Torque
240 Nm @ 4500 obr./min

Volume and weight

Fuel tank
90 l
Maximum trunk capacity
261 l
Curb weight
1500 kg
Gross weight
1920 kg
Braked trailer load (12% slope start)
1500 kg
Trailer load without brakes
750 kg

Vehicle dimensions

Length
4390 mm
Width
1790 mm
Height
1300 mm
Wheelbase
2460 mm
Front track
1452 mm
Rear track
1440 mm
Turning circle
10.34 m

Drivetrain, Brakes and suspension

Drive
Rear-wheel drive
Number of gears
4
Front suspension
Double wishbone
Rear suspension
Trailing arm
Front brakes
Ventilated disc
Front brake disc/drum diameter
278 mm
Rear brakes
Disc
Rear brake disc/drum diameter
279 mm
Steering system
Worm and roller steering
Power steering
Hydraulic power steering
Tire size
195/75 R14;195/75 R14
Rim size
6.5J x 14;6.5J x 14
ABS
no

Selected engine version

280 SL (177 KM) Automatic

Gasoline · 1976–1978

Engine power
177 KM
Torque
233 Nm
Engine displacement
2,746 cm³
Fuel type
Gasoline
Acceleration 0-100 km/h
10.1 s
Maximum speed
195 km/h
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Basic version information

Brand
Mercedes-Benz
Model
SL
Version
SL (R107)
Engine
280 SL (177 KM) Automatic
Engine type
Combustion engine
Number of doors
2
Start of production
1976
End of production
1978
Body type
Roadster
Number of seats
2
Fuel type
Gasoline

Performance

Maximum speed
195 km/h
Acceleration 0-100 km/h
10.1 s
Fuel consumption - Combined cycle
12.5 l/100 km

Engine

Engine model / code
M110E28/110.986
Engine position
Front, Longitudinal
Engine displacement
2746 cm³
Fuel injection system
Multi-point injection
Engine type
Naturally aspirated engine
Valvetrain
DOHC
Engine configuration
Inline
Number of cylinders
6
Cylinder bore
86 mm
Piston stroke
78.8 mm
Compression ratio
8.7
Number of valves per cylinder
2
Engine oil capacity
6 l
Coolant capacity
12 l
Power
177 KM @ 6000 obr./min
Torque
233 Nm @ 4500 obr./min

Volume and weight

Fuel tank
90 l
Curb weight
1500 kg
Gross weight
1920 kg

Vehicle dimensions

Length
4390 mm
Width
1790 mm
Height
1300 mm
Wheelbase
2460 mm
Front track
1452 mm
Rear track
1440 mm

Drivetrain, Brakes and suspension

Drive
Rear-wheel drive
Number of gears
4
Front suspension
Double wishbone
Rear suspension
Trailing arm
Front brakes
Ventilated disc
Rear brakes
Disc
Steering system
Worm and roller steering
Power steering
Hydraulic power steering
Tire size
195/70 R14;195/70 R14
Rim size
6.5J x 14;6.5J x 14
ABS
no

Selected engine version

280 SL (177 KM)

Gasoline · 1976–1978

Engine power
177 KM
Torque
233 Nm
Engine displacement
2,746 cm³
Fuel type
Gasoline
Acceleration 0-100 km/h
10.1 s
Maximum speed
200 km/h
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Basic version information

Brand
Mercedes-Benz
Model
SL
Version
SL (R107)
Engine
280 SL (177 KM)
Engine type
Combustion engine
Number of doors
2
Start of production
1976
End of production
1978
Body type
Roadster
Number of seats
2
Fuel type
Gasoline

Performance

Maximum speed
200 km/h
Acceleration 0-100 km/h
10.1 s
Fuel consumption - Combined cycle
12.5 l/100 km

Engine

Engine model / code
M110E28/110.986
Engine position
Front, Longitudinal
Engine displacement
2746 cm³
Fuel injection system
Multi-point injection
Engine type
Naturally aspirated engine
Valvetrain
DOHC
Engine configuration
Inline
Number of cylinders
6
Cylinder bore
86 mm
Piston stroke
78.8 mm
Compression ratio
8.7
Number of valves per cylinder
2
Engine oil capacity
6 l
Coolant capacity
12 l
Power
177 KM @ 6000 obr./min
Torque
233 Nm @ 4500 obr./min

Volume and weight

Fuel tank
90 l
Curb weight
1500 kg
Gross weight
1920 kg

Vehicle dimensions

Length
4390 mm
Width
1790 mm
Height
1300 mm
Wheelbase
2460 mm
Front track
1452 mm
Rear track
1440 mm

Drivetrain, Brakes and suspension

Drive
Rear-wheel drive
Number of gears
4
Front suspension
Double wishbone
Rear suspension
Trailing arm
Front brakes
Ventilated disc
Rear brakes
Disc
Steering system
Worm and roller steering
Power steering
Hydraulic power steering
Tire size
195/70 R14;195/70 R14
Rim size
6.5J x 14;6.5J x 14
ABS
no

Selected engine version

350 SL V8 (200 KM)

Gasoline · 1970–1976

Engine power
200 KM
Torque
211 Nm
Engine displacement
3,499 cm³
Fuel type
Gasoline
Acceleration 0-100 km/h
8.8 s
Maximum speed
210 km/h
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Basic version information

Brand
Mercedes-Benz
Model
SL
Version
SL (R107)
Engine
350 SL V8 (200 KM)
Engine type
Combustion engine
Number of doors
2
Start of production
1970
End of production
1976
Body type
Roadster
Number of seats
2
Fuel type
Gasoline

Performance

Maximum speed
210 km/h
Acceleration 0-100 km/h
8.8 s
Fuel consumption - Combined cycle
13 l/100 km

Engine

Engine model / code
M116E35/116.982
Engine position
Front, Longitudinal
Engine displacement
3499 cm³
Fuel injection system
Multi-point injection
Engine type
Naturally aspirated engine
Valvetrain
SOHC
Engine configuration
V-shaped
Number of cylinders
8
Cylinder bore
92 mm
Piston stroke
65.8 mm
Compression ratio
9.5
Number of valves per cylinder
2
Engine oil capacity
8 l
Coolant capacity
14.3 l
Power
200 KM @ 5800 obr./min
Torque
211 Nm @ 4000 obr./min

Volume and weight

Fuel tank
90 l
Maximum trunk capacity
252 l
Curb weight
1540 kg
Gross weight
1960 kg
Braked trailer load (12% slope start)
1200 kg
Trailer load without brakes
750 kg

Vehicle dimensions

Length
4390 mm
Width
1790 mm
Height
1300 mm
Wheelbase
2460 mm
Front track
1452 mm
Rear track
1440 mm
Turning circle
10.34 m

Drivetrain, Brakes and suspension

Drive
Rear-wheel drive
Number of gears
4
Front suspension
Double wishbone
Rear suspension
Trailing arm
Front brakes
Ventilated disc
Front brake disc/drum diameter
278 mm
Rear brakes
Disc
Rear brake disc/drum diameter
279 mm
Steering system
Worm and roller steering
Power steering
Hydraulic power steering
Tire size
205/70 R14;205/70 R14
Rim size
6.5J x 14;6.5J x 14
ABS
no

Selected engine version

350 SL V8 (195 KM)

Gasoline · 1976–1980

Engine power
195 KM
Torque
275 Nm
Engine displacement
3,499 cm³
Fuel type
Gasoline
Acceleration 0-100 km/h
9.5 s
Maximum speed
205 km/h
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Basic version information

Brand
Mercedes-Benz
Model
SL
Version
SL (R107)
Engine
350 SL V8 (195 KM)
Engine type
Combustion engine
Number of doors
2
Start of production
1976
End of production
1980
Body type
Roadster
Number of seats
2
Fuel type
Gasoline

Performance

Maximum speed
205 km/h
Acceleration 0-100 km/h
9.5 s
Fuel consumption - Combined cycle
13 l/100 km

Engine

Engine model / code
M116E35/116.984
Engine position
Front, Longitudinal
Engine displacement
3499 cm³
Fuel injection system
Multi-point injection
Engine type
Naturally aspirated engine
Valvetrain
SOHC
Engine configuration
V-shaped
Number of cylinders
8
Cylinder bore
92 mm
Piston stroke
65.8 mm
Compression ratio
9
Number of valves per cylinder
2
Engine oil capacity
8 l
Coolant capacity
14.3 l
Power
195 KM @ 5500 obr./min
Torque
275 Nm @ 4000 obr./min

Volume and weight

Fuel tank
90 l
Curb weight
1540 kg
Gross weight
1960 kg

Vehicle dimensions

Length
4390 mm
Width
1790 mm
Height
1300 mm
Wheelbase
2460 mm
Front track
1452 mm
Rear track
1440 mm

Drivetrain, Brakes and suspension

Drive
Rear-wheel drive
Number of gears
4
Front suspension
Double wishbone
Rear suspension
Trailing arm
Front brakes
Ventilated disc
Rear brakes
Disc
Steering system
Worm and roller steering
Power steering
Hydraulic power steering
Tire size
205/70 R14;205/70 R14
Rim size
6.5J x 14;6.5J x 14
ABS
no

Selected engine version

350 SL V8 (195 KM) Automatic

Gasoline · 1976–1980

Engine power
195 KM
Torque
275 Nm
Engine displacement
3,499 cm³
Fuel type
Gasoline
Acceleration 0-100 km/h
10.1 s
Maximum speed
200 km/h
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Basic version information

Brand
Mercedes-Benz
Model
SL
Version
SL (R107)
Engine
350 SL V8 (195 KM) Automatic
Engine type
Combustion engine
Number of doors
2
Start of production
1976
End of production
1980
Body type
Roadster
Number of seats
2
Fuel type
Gasoline

Performance

Maximum speed
200 km/h
Acceleration 0-100 km/h
10.1 s
Fuel consumption - Combined cycle
13 l/100 km

Engine

Engine model / code
M116E35/116.984
Engine position
Front, Longitudinal
Engine displacement
3499 cm³
Fuel injection system
Multi-point injection
Engine type
Naturally aspirated engine
Valvetrain
SOHC
Engine configuration
V-shaped
Number of cylinders
8
Cylinder bore
92 mm
Piston stroke
65.8 mm
Compression ratio
9
Number of valves per cylinder
2
Engine oil capacity
8 l
Coolant capacity
14.3 l
Power
195 KM @ 5500 obr./min
Torque
275 Nm @ 4000 obr./min

Volume and weight

Fuel tank
90 l
Curb weight
1540 kg
Gross weight
1960 kg

Vehicle dimensions

Length
4390 mm
Width
1790 mm
Height
1300 mm
Wheelbase
2460 mm
Front track
1452 mm
Rear track
1440 mm

Drivetrain, Brakes and suspension

Drive
Rear-wheel drive
Number of gears
3
Front suspension
Double wishbone
Rear suspension
Trailing arm
Front brakes
Ventilated disc
Rear brakes
Disc
Steering system
Worm and roller steering
Power steering
Hydraulic power steering
Tire size
205/70 R14;205/70 R14
Rim size
6.5J x 14;6.5J x 14
ABS
no

Selected engine version

380 SL V8 (218 KM) Automatic

Gasoline · 1980–1981

Engine power
218 KM
Torque
299 Nm
Engine displacement
3,818 cm³
Fuel type
Gasoline
Acceleration 0-100 km/h
9 s
Maximum speed
215 km/h
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Basic version information

Brand
Mercedes-Benz
Model
SL
Version
SL (R107)
Engine
380 SL V8 (218 KM) Automatic
Engine type
Combustion engine
Number of doors
2
Start of production
1980
End of production
1981
Body type
Roadster
Number of seats
2
Fuel type
Gasoline

Performance

Maximum speed
215 km/h
Acceleration 0-100 km/h
9 s
Fuel consumption - Urban cycle
19 l/100 km
Fuel consumption - Extra-urban cycle
11.1 l/100 km

Engine

Engine model / code
M116E38/116.960
Engine position
Front, Longitudinal
Engine displacement
3818 cm³
Fuel injection system
Multi-point injection
Engine type
Naturally aspirated engine
Valvetrain
SOHC
Engine configuration
V-shaped
Number of cylinders
8
Cylinder bore
92 mm
Piston stroke
71.8 mm
Compression ratio
9
Number of valves per cylinder
2
Engine oil capacity
8 l
Coolant capacity
12.5 l
Power
218 KM @ 5500 obr./min
Torque
299 Nm @ 4000 obr./min

Volume and weight

Fuel tank
90 l
Curb weight
1540 kg
Gross weight
1960 kg

Vehicle dimensions

Length
4390 mm
Width
1790 mm
Height
1300 mm
Wheelbase
2455 mm
Front track
1452 mm
Rear track
1440 mm

Drivetrain, Brakes and suspension

Drive
Rear-wheel drive
Number of gears
4
Front suspension
Double wishbone
Rear suspension
Torsion beam with threaded rod
Front brakes
Ventilated disc
Rear brakes
Disc
Steering system
Worm and roller steering
Power steering
Hydraulic power steering
Tire size
205/70 R14;205/70 R14
Rim size
6.5J x 14;6.5J x 14
ABS
no

Selected engine version

380 SL V8 (204 KM) Automatic

Gasoline · 1981–1985

Engine power
204 KM
Torque
315 Nm
Engine displacement
3,839 cm³
Fuel type
Gasoline
Acceleration 0-100 km/h
9.8 s
Maximum speed
205 km/h
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Brand
Mercedes-Benz
Model
SL
Version
SL (R107)
Engine
380 SL V8 (204 KM) Automatic
Engine type
Combustion engine
Number of doors
2
Start of production
1981
End of production
1985
Body type
Roadster
Number of seats
2
Fuel type
Gasoline

Performance

Maximum speed
205 km/h
Acceleration 0-100 km/h
9.8 s
Fuel consumption - Urban cycle
14.2 l/100 km
Fuel consumption - Extra-urban cycle
9.2 l/100 km

Engine

Engine model / code
M116E38/116.962
Engine position
Front, Longitudinal
Engine displacement
3839 cm³
Fuel injection system
Multi-point injection
Engine type
Naturally aspirated engine
Valvetrain
SOHC
Engine configuration
V-shaped
Number of cylinders
8
Cylinder bore
88 mm
Piston stroke
78.9 mm
Compression ratio
9.4
Number of valves per cylinder
2
Engine oil capacity
8 l
Coolant capacity
12.5 l
Power
204 KM @ 5250 obr./min
Torque
315 Nm @ 3250 obr./min

Volume and weight

Fuel tank
85 l
Curb weight
1540 kg
Gross weight
1960 kg

Vehicle dimensions

Length
4390 mm
Width
1790 mm
Height
1300 mm
Wheelbase
2455 mm
Front track
1452 mm
Rear track
1440 mm

Drivetrain, Brakes and suspension

Drive
Rear-wheel drive
Number of gears
4
Front suspension
Double wishbone
Rear suspension
Torsion beam with threaded rod
Front brakes
Ventilated disc
Rear brakes
Disc
Steering system
Worm and roller steering
Power steering
Hydraulic power steering
Tire size
205/70 R14;205/70 R14
Rim size
6.5J x 14;6.5J x 14
ABS
no

Selected engine version

450 SL V8 (217 KM) Automatic

Gasoline · 1975–1980

Engine power
217 KM
Torque
360 Nm
Engine displacement
4,520 cm³
Fuel type
Gasoline
Acceleration 0-100 km/h
9.3 s
Maximum speed
210 km/h
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Brand
Mercedes-Benz
Model
SL
Version
SL (R107)
Engine
450 SL V8 (217 KM) Automatic
Engine type
Combustion engine
Number of doors
2
Start of production
1975
End of production
1980
Body type
Roadster
Number of seats
2
Fuel type
Gasoline

Performance

Maximum speed
210 km/h
Acceleration 0-100 km/h
9.3 s
Fuel consumption - Combined cycle
14.5 l/100 km

Engine

Engine model / code
M117E45/117.985
Engine position
Front, Longitudinal
Engine displacement
4520 cm³
Fuel injection system
Multi-point injection
Engine type
Naturally aspirated engine
Valvetrain
SOHC
Engine configuration
V-shaped
Number of cylinders
8
Cylinder bore
92 mm
Piston stroke
85 mm
Compression ratio
8.8
Number of valves per cylinder
2
Engine oil capacity
8 l
Coolant capacity
15 l
Power
217 KM @ 5000 obr./min
Torque
360 Nm @ 3250 obr./min

Volume and weight

Fuel tank
90 l
Curb weight
1580 kg
Gross weight
2000 kg

Vehicle dimensions

Length
4390 mm
Width
1790 mm
Height
1300 mm
Wheelbase
2455 mm
Front track
1452 mm
Rear track
1440 mm

Drivetrain, Brakes and suspension

Drive
Rear-wheel drive
Number of gears
3
Front suspension
Double wishbone
Rear suspension
Torsion beam with threaded rod
Front brakes
Ventilated disc
Rear brakes
Disc
Steering system
Worm and roller steering
Power steering
Hydraulic power steering
Tire size
205/70 R14;205/70 R14
Rim size
6.5J x 14;6.5J x 14
ABS
no

Selected engine version

500 SL V8 (231 KM) Automatic

Gasoline · 1981–1985

Engine power
231 KM
Torque
404 Nm
Engine displacement
4,973 cm³
Fuel type
Gasoline
Acceleration 0-100 km/h
8.1 s
Maximum speed
220 km/h
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Basic version information

Brand
Mercedes-Benz
Model
SL
Version
SL (R107)
Engine
500 SL V8 (231 KM) Automatic
Engine type
Combustion engine
Number of doors
2
Start of production
1981
End of production
1985
Body type
Roadster
Number of seats
2
Fuel type
Gasoline

Performance

Maximum speed
220 km/h
Acceleration 0-100 km/h
8.1 s
Fuel consumption - Urban cycle
15.6 l/100 km
Fuel consumption - Extra-urban cycle
9.4 l/100 km

Engine

Engine model / code
M117E50/117.960
Engine position
Front, Longitudinal
Engine displacement
4973 cm³
Fuel injection system
Multi-point injection
Engine type
Naturally aspirated engine
Valvetrain
SOHC
Engine configuration
V-shaped
Number of cylinders
8
Cylinder bore
96.5 mm
Piston stroke
85 mm
Compression ratio
9.2
Number of valves per cylinder
2
Engine oil capacity
8 l
Coolant capacity
13.5 l
Power
231 KM @ 4750 obr./min
Torque
404 Nm @ 3000 obr./min

Volume and weight

Fuel tank
85 l
Curb weight
1540 kg
Gross weight
1960 kg

Vehicle dimensions

Length
4390 mm
Width
1790 mm
Height
1300 mm
Wheelbase
2455 mm
Front track
1452 mm
Rear track
1440 mm

Drivetrain, Brakes and suspension

Drive
Rear-wheel drive
Number of gears
4
Front suspension
Double wishbone
Rear suspension
Torsion beam with threaded rod
Front brakes
Ventilated disc
Rear brakes
Disc
Steering system
Worm and roller steering
Power steering
Hydraulic power steering
Tire size
205/70 R14;205/70 R14
Rim size
6.5J x 14;6.5J x 14
ABS
no