The SL model is a high-performance car that can accelerate from 0 to 100 km/h in 10 seconds and reach a top speed of 260 km/h (161.56 mph).
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Rating
Acceleration 0 100 Kmh
10 sec
Acceleration 0 62 Mph
10 sec
Max Speed
260 km/h 161.56 mph
Body & Dimensions
The SL Coupe is a sleek and stylish car with a length of 4520 mm, width of 1790 mm, and height of 1300 mm. It has a wheelbase of 2400 mm and a minimum turning circle of 11.5 m. With a ride height ground clearance of 130 mm, this car is designed for agility and performance.
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Rating
Body Type
Coupe
Seats
2
Doors
2
Length
4520 mm 177.95 in.
Width
1790 mm 70.47 in.
Height
1300 mm 51.18 in.
Wheelbase
2400 mm 94.49 in.
Front Track
1385 mm 54.53 in.
Rear Track
1435 mm 56.5 in.
Min Turning Circle
11.5 m 37.73 ft.
Ride Height Ground Clearance
130 mm 5.12 in.
Fuel Consumption
The Mercedes-Benz SL is a high-performance roadster that boasts a powerful petrol engine, delivering a combined fuel consumption of 9.5 liters per 100 kilometers, equivalent to 24.76 US mpg or 29.73 UK mpg.
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Rating
Fuel Type
Petrol (Gasoline)
Fuel Consumption Combined
9.5 l/100 km 24.76 US mpg 29.73 UK mpg 10.53 km/l
Engine & Transmission
The Mercedes-Benz SL is a rear-wheel drive, naturally aspirated engine car with a 6-cylinder inline engine, producing 215 Hp and 275 Nm of torque. It has a 4-speed manual transmission and a double wishbone front suspension with a coil spring rear suspension.
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Rating
Powertrain Architecture
Internal Combustion engine
Power
215 Hp @ 5800 rpm.
Power Per Litre
71.8 Hp/l
Torque
275 Nm @ 4600 rpm. 202.83 lb.-ft. @ 4600 rpm.
Engine Layout
Front, Longitudinal
Engine Model Code
M 198.980
Engine Displacement
2996 cm3 182.83 cu. in.
Number Of Cylinders
6
Engine Configuration
Inline
Cylinder Bore
85 mm 3.35 in.
Piston Stroke
88 mm 3.46 in.
Compression Ratio
8.55
Number Of Valves Per Cylinder
2
Fuel Injection System
Direct injection
Engine Aspiration
Naturally aspirated engine
Valvetrain
SOHC
Engine Oil Capacity
15 l 15.85 US qt | 13.2 UK qt
Engine Oil Specification
20W-20 (>20 °C) 10W (<20 °C)
Coolant
15.5 l 16.38 US qt | 13.64 UK qt
Drivetrain Architecture
The Internal combustion engine (ICE) drives the rear wheels of the vehicle.
Drive Wheel
Rear wheel drive
Number Of Gears And Type Of Gearbox
4 gears, manual transmission
Front Suspension
Double wishbone, Transverse stabilizer
Rear Suspension
Coil spring
Brakes
The Mercedes-Benz SL is a classic roadster with a nostalgic feel. It features drum brakes on both the front and rear, a cone worm with recirculation balls steering system, and 15-inch wheels with 165/90 tires.
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Rating
Front Brakes
Drum
Rear Brakes
Drum
Steering Type
Cone worm with recirculation balls
Tires Size
165/90 R 15
Wheel Rims Size
5 K x 15
Weight & Capacity
The car boasts a lightweight design, with a weight-to-power ratio of 6 kg/Hp and a weight-to-torque ratio of 4.7 kg/Nm. It has a kerb weight of 1295 kg and can handle a maximum weight of 1515 kg. The fuel tank capacity is 100 l.
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Weight To Power Ratio
6 kg/Hp, 166 Hp/tonne
Weight To Torque Ratio
4.7 kg/Nm, 212.4 Nm/tonne
Kerb Weight
1295 kg 2854.99 lbs.
Max Weight
1515 kg 3340 lbs.
Max Load
220 kg 485.02 lbs.
Fuel Tank Capacity
100 l 26.42 US gal | 22 UK gal
Frequently Asked Questions
FAQs for Mercedes-Benz - SL Coupe (W198)
4520 mm (177.95 in.)
2
11.5 m (37.73 ft.)
The SL model can accelerate from 0 to 100 km/h in 10 seconds.
The top speed of the SL model is 260 km/h (161.56 mph).
The SL model has a decent acceleration, going from 0 to 100 km/h in 10 seconds, which is suitable for a high-performance car.
Petrol (Gasoline)
9.5 liters per 100 kilometers
24.76 US mpg
Inline 6-cylinder
4-speed manual
Rear-wheel drive
The Mercedes-Benz SL has drum brakes on both the front and rear.
The Mercedes-Benz SL has a cone worm with recirculation balls steering system.
The Mercedes-Benz SL has 165/90 R 15 tires.
The Mercedes-Benz SL comes with a range of powerful engines, including a 3.0L inline-6 and a 5.5L V8.
Yes, the Mercedes-Benz SL is a convertible roadster with a retractable hardtop.
The top speed of the Mercedes-Benz SL varies by trim level, but it can reach up to 155 mph.
Fuel consumption data is not in the given specifications.
Maximum speed information is not included in the specifications.
Safety feature information is not available in the given specifications.
