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Mercedes-Benz 230 R170 facelift (2000–2004)

Mercedes-Benz 230 mercedes-benz slk 230 kompressor special edition

R170 facelift (2000–2004), 2001–2001. Gasoline · 2.3 L · 185 hp · 6-speed manual · Rear-wheel drive. 0–60 mph in 7.0 s and top speed 149 mph.

R170 facelift (2000–2004) 2001 - 2001
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Engine type
Gasoline
Engine volume
2.3 L
Horsepower
185
Torque
200 lb-ft
Transmission
6-speed manual
Drive
Rear-wheel drive
0–60 mph
7.0 s
Top speed
149 mph
Curb weight
3 lbs
Wheelbase
2400 mm
Dimensions
4044 × 1740 × 1270 mm
Fuel economy (city/hwy/combined)
19.0 / 26.0 / 22.0 mpg

General information

Brand country Germany
Vehicle class Sports car
Doors 2
Seats 2
Steering side Left-hand drive

Dimensions

Length 4044 mm
Width 1740 mm
Height 1270 mm
Wheelbase 2400 mm
Front track 58 mm
Rear track 58 mm
Wheel size 16-inch wheels

Volume and weight

Trunk volume min 6 L
Trunk volume max 6 L
Fuel tank capacity 15.9 gal
Curb weight 3 lbs

Engine

Engine type Gasoline
Engine position Front
Engine volume 2.3 L
Aspiration Supercharged
Horsepower 185 hp
Torque 200 lb-ft
Cylinders 4
Valves per cylinder 4
Fuel system Sequential multi-point fuel injection
Compression ratio 8.8
Engine code M111.973
Valvetrain DOHC

Transmission

Transmission 6-speed manual
Gears 6
Drive Rear-wheel drive

Performance

Top speed 149 mph
0–60 mph 7.0 s
Fuel economy city 19.0 mpg
Fuel economy highway 26.0 mpg
Fuel economy combined 22.0 mpg
Fuel type Premium unleaded (required)

Suspension and brakes

Front suspension Independent
Rear suspension Independent
Front brakes Ventilated disc
Rear brakes Disc

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