Mercedes-Benz SL (R107, facelift 1985) 420 SL V8 (218 Hp) Automatic Specs

Mercedes-Benz LogoMercedes-Benz SL (R107, facelift 1985) 420 SL V8 (218 Hp) Automatic has been in production since 1985 - 1989. Cars comes in Roadster body types and can be suited with Petrol (Gasoline) engine types with a volume of 4.2L liters, engines produces a power of 218 Hp. Fuel consumption of Mercedes-Benz SL (R107, facelift 1985) 420 SL V8 (218 Hp) Automatic is 14.6 l/100 km. The overall dimensions of the car are 4390x1790x1300 mm, and the weight is from 1600 kg.

Mercedes-Benz SL (R107, facelift 1985) 420 SL V8 (218 Hp) Automatic 1985 - 1989
Mercedes-Benz SL (R107, facelift 1985) 420 SL V8 (218 Hp) Automatic 1985 - 1989
Mercedes-Benz SL (R107, facelift 1985) 420 SL V8 (218 Hp) Automatic 1985 - 1989
Mercedes-Benz SL (R107, facelift 1985) 420 SL V8 (218 Hp) Automatic 1985 - 1989
Mercedes-Benz SL (R107, facelift 1985) 420 SL V8 (218 Hp) Automatic 1985 - 1989
Mercedes-Benz SL (R107, facelift 1985) 420 SL V8 (218 Hp) Automatic 1985 - 1989
Mercedes-Benz SL (R107, facelift 1985) 420 SL V8 (218 Hp) Automatic 1985 - 1989


General data

GenerationSL (R107, facelift 1985)
Modification420 SL V8 (218 Hp) Automatic
Start of production1985 year
End of production1989 year
Powertrain ArchitectureInternal Combustion engine
Body typeRoadster
Seats2
Doors2
Fuel TypePetrol (Gasoline)
ModelM 116.E42

Fuel consumption (economy), emissions

Fuel consumption - urban14.6 l/100 km
Fuel consumption - extra urban9.3 l/100 km

Performance specs

Acceleration 0 - 100 km/h (0 - 62 mph)8.5 sec
Maximum speed212 km/h
Weight-to-power ratio7.3 kg/Hp, 136.3 Hp/tonne

Engine technical data

Power218 Hp @ 5200 rpm.
Power per litre52 Hp/l
Torque330 Nm @ 3750 rpm.
Engine locationFront, Longitudinal
Engine displacement4196 cm3
Number of cylinders8
Position of cylindersV-engine
Cylinder Bore92 mm
Piston Stroke78.95 mm
Compression ratio9
Number of valves per cylinder2
Fuel SystemMulti-point indirect injection
Engine aspirationNaturally aspirated engine
ValvetrainSOHC
Engine oil capacity7.5 l
Coolant13 l
PowerHydraulic Steering

Suspension and brakes specs

Drivetrain ArchitectureThe Internal combustion engine (ICE) drives the rear wheels of the vehicle.
Drive wheelRear wheel drive
Number of Gears (automatic transmission)4
Front suspensionCoil spring, Double wishbone, Transverse stabilizer
Rear suspensionHelical spring, Threaded twist beam, Transverse stabilizer
Front brakesVentilated discs, 284 mm
Rear brakesDisc, 279 mm
Steering typeCone worm with recirculation balls
Tires sizeFront wheel tires: 205/65 VR15; Rear wheel tires: 205/65 VR15
Wheel rims sizeFront wheel rims: 7J x 15; Rear wheel rims: 7J x 15

Dimensions

Length4390 mm
Width1790 mm
Height1300 mm
Wheelbase2460 mm
Front track1461 mm
Rear (Back) track1465 mm
Minimum turning circle (turning diameter)10.34 m

Weights, volume and space

Kerb Weight1600 kg
Max. weight2020 kg
Max load420 kg
Trunk (boot) space - maximum261 l
Fuel tank capacity85 l
Permitted trailer load with brakes (12%)1500 kg
Permitted trailer load without brakes750 kg