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Mercedes-Benz 230 R171 (2004–2008)

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R171 (2004–2008), 2004–2004. Gasoline · 2.3 L · 197 hp · 6-speed manual · Rear-wheel drive. 0–60 mph in 6.3 s and top speed 149 mph.

R171 (2004–2008) 2004 - 2004
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Engine type
Gasoline
Engine volume
2.3 L
Horsepower
197
Torque
154 lb-ft
Transmission
6-speed manual
Drive
Rear-wheel drive
0–60 mph
6.3 s
Top speed
149 mph
Curb weight
3 lbs
Wheelbase
2431 mm
Dimensions
4082 × 1753 × 1280 mm
Fuel economy (city/hwy/combined)
20.0 / 27.0 / 23.0 mpg

General information

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

Dimensions

Length 4082 mm
Width 1753 mm
Height 1280 mm
Wheelbase 2431 mm
Clearance 4 mm
Front track 60 mm
Rear track 60 mm
Wheel size 16-inch wheels

Volume and weight

Trunk volume min 6 L
Fuel tank capacity 15.8 gal
Curb weight 3 lbs

Engine

Engine type Gasoline
Engine position Front
Engine volume 2.3 L
Aspiration Supercharged
Horsepower 197 hp
Torque 154 lb-ft
Cylinders 4
Valves per cylinder 4
Fuel system Sequential multi-point fuel injection
Compression ratio 9
Bore and stroke 90.9 mm x 88.4 mm
Engine code M 111 E 23 ML
Valvetrain DOHC

Transmission

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

Performance

Top speed 149 mph
0–60 mph 6.3 s
Fuel economy city 20.0 mpg
Fuel economy highway 27.0 mpg
Fuel economy combined 23.0 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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