Mercedes-Benz SL (R129, facelift 1998) SL 280 V6 (204 Hp) Automatic Specs

Mercedes-Benz LogoMercedes-Benz SL (R129, facelift 1998) SL 280 V6 (204 Hp) Automatic has been in production since 1998 - 2001. Cars comes in Roadster body types and can be suited with Petrol (Gasoline) engine types with a volume of 2.8L liters, engines produces a power of 204 Hp. The overall dimensions of the car are 4499x1812x1300 mm, and the weight is from 1735 kg.

General data

GenerationSL (R129, facelift 1998)
ModificationSL 280 V6 (204 Hp) Automatic
Start of productionJune, 1998 year
End of productionJune, 2001 year
Powertrain ArchitectureInternal Combustion engine
Body typeRoadster
Seats2
Doors2
Fuel TypePetrol (Gasoline)
ModelM 112.923

Fuel consumption (economy), emissions

Fuel consumption - urban16 l/100 km
Fuel consumption - extra urban8.6 l/100 km
Fuel consumption - combined11.3 l/100 km
CO2 emissions270 g/km
Emission standardEuro 3

Performance specs

Acceleration 0 - 100 km/h (0 - 62 mph)9.5 sec
Maximum speed228 km/h
Weight-to-power ratio8.5 kg/Hp, 117.6 Hp/tonne

Engine technical data

Power204 Hp @ 5700 rpm.
Power per litre72.9 Hp/l
Torque270 Nm @ 3000-5000 rpm.
Engine locationFront, Longitudinal
Engine displacement2799 cm3
Number of cylinders6
Position of cylindersV-engine
Cylinder Bore89.9 mm
Piston Stroke73.5 mm
Compression ratio10
Number of valves per cylinder3
Fuel SystemMulti-point indirect injection
Engine aspirationNaturally aspirated engine
ValvetrainSOHC
Engine oil capacity8 l
Coolant11.8 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)5
Front suspensionCoil spring, Wishbone, Transverse stabilizer
Rear suspensionHelical spring, Transverse stabilizer, Independent multi-link
Front brakesVentilated discs
Rear brakesDisc
Assisting systemsABS (Anti-lock braking system)
Steering typeCone worm with recirculation balls
Tires size245/45 R 17 W
Wheel rims size8.25 J x 17 H 2

Dimensions

Length4499 mm
Width1812 mm
Height1300 mm
Wheelbase2515 mm
Front track1535 mm
Rear (Back) track1525 mm
Drag coefficient (Cd)0.32-0.40
Minimum turning circle (turning diameter)10.7 m

Weights, volume and space

Kerb Weight1735 kg
Max. weight2130 kg
Max load395 kg
Trunk (boot) space - minimum265 l
Fuel tank capacity80 l