The Mercedes-Benz SL is a high-performance sports car with exceptional acceleration, reaching 0-100 km/h in just 10 seconds. Its top speed is electronically limited to 250 km/h (155.34 mph).
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Acceleration 0 100 Kmh
10 sec
Acceleration 0 62 Mph
10 sec
Max Speed
250 km/h 155.34 mph
Body & Dimensions
The car is a two-seater Roadster (SL model) with a length of 4570 mm (179.92 in.), width of 1790 mm (70.47 in.), and height of 1300 mm (51.18 in.). It has a wheelbase of 2400 mm (94.49 in.), front track of 1398 mm (55.04 in.), and rear track of 1448 mm (57.01 in.). The car has a minimum turning circle of 11.5 m (37.73 ft.) and a ground clearance of 130 mm (5.12 in.).
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Body Type
Roadster
Seats
2
Doors
2
Length
4570 mm 179.92 in.
Width
1790 mm 70.47 in.
Height
1300 mm 51.18 in.
Wheelbase
2400 mm 94.49 in.
Front Track
1398 mm 55.04 in.
Rear Track
1448 mm 57.01 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 sleek and powerful car with a fuel consumption of 12.5 liters per 100 kilometers, making it an efficient choice for daily driving. With a petrol engine, it's perfect for those who want a thrilling ride without breaking the bank.
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Fuel Type
Petrol (Gasoline)
Fuel Consumption Combined
12.5 l/100 km 18.82 US mpg 22.6 UK mpg 8 km/l
Engine & Transmission
The car in question is equipped with a 215 horsepower, 2.996 liter, inline-6 naturally aspirated engine with direct fuel injection and a SOHC valvetrain. The engine is positioned longitudinally at the front of the vehicle and delivers power to the rear wheels through a 4-speed manual transmission. The car features double wishbone front suspension and independent coil spring rear suspension. The engine has a compression ratio of 8.55 and a displacement of 2.996 liters or 182.83 cubic inches. The engine has a bore of 85 mm and a piston stroke of 88 mm.
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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
Independent coil spring
Brakes
The Mercedes-Benz SL is a compact roadster with drum brakes on both the front and rear wheels, a cone worm with recirculation balls steering system, and 165/90 R 15 tires mounted on 5.5J x 15 wheel rims.
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Front Brakes
Drum
Rear Brakes
Drum
Steering Type
Cone worm with recirculation balls
Tires Size
165/90 R 15
Wheel Rims Size
5.5J x 15
Weight & Capacity
The car has a weight to power ratio of 6.2 kg/Hp (161.7 Hp/tonne) and a weight to torque ratio of 4.8 kg/Nm (206.8 Nm/tonne). The kerb weight is 1330 kg (2932.15 lbs.) and the max weight is 1660 kg (3659.67 lbs.), with a max load of 330 kg (727.53 lbs.). The fuel tank capacity is 100 l (26.42 US gal | 22 UK gal).
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Weight To Power Ratio
6.2 kg/Hp, 161.7 Hp/tonne
Weight To Torque Ratio
4.8 kg/Nm, 206.8 Nm/tonne
Kerb Weight
1330 kg 2932.15 lbs.
Max Weight
1660 kg 3659.67 lbs.
Max Load
330 kg 727.53 lbs.
Fuel Tank Capacity
100 l 26.42 US gal | 22 UK gal
Frequently Asked Questions
FAQs for Mercedes-Benz - SL Roadster (W198 II)
It is a Roadster (SL model) with 2 seats and 2 doors.
The car is 4570 mm long, 1790 mm wide, and 1300 mm high.
The wheelbase is 2400 mm, the front track is 1398 mm, and the rear track is 1448 mm.
The Mercedes-Benz SL accelerates from 0-100 km/h in 10 seconds.
The top speed of the Mercedes-Benz SL is electronically limited to 250 km/h (155.34 mph).
The Mercedes-Benz SL can accelerate from 0-62 mph in 10 seconds.
The Mercedes-Benz SL runs on Petrol (Gasoline)
The fuel consumption of the Mercedes-Benz SL is 12.5 l/100 km
Yes, the Mercedes-Benz SL is an efficient choice for daily driving due to its fuel consumption
The engine is positioned longitudinally at the front of the vehicle.
The car features a 4-speed manual transmission.
The engine has a displacement of 2.996 liters or 182.83 cubic inches.
The Mercedes-Benz SL has drum brakes on both the front and rear wheels.
The Mercedes-Benz SL has a cone worm with recirculation balls steering system.
The Mercedes-Benz SL has 165/90 R 15 tires mounted on 5.5J x 15 wheel rims.
The Mercedes-Benz SL comes with a range of powerful engines, including a 3.0L turbocharged V6 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, but the top-of-the-line SL63 AMG can reach up to 186 mph.
The weight to power ratio of the car is 6.2 kg/Hp (161.7 Hp/tonne).
The weight to torque ratio of the car is 4.8 kg/Nm (206.8 Nm/tonne).
The fuel tank capacity of the car is 100 l (26.42 US gal | 22 UK gal).
