Mercedes-Benz SL R230 (2001–2015)

Mercedes-Benz SL sl 550

R230 (2001–2015), 2013–2015. Gasoline · 4.7 L · 429 hp · 7-speed automatic · Rear-wheel drive. 0–60 mph in 4.5 s and top speed 155 mph.

R230 (2001–2015) 2013 - 2015
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Engine type
Gasoline
Engine volume
4.7 L
Horsepower
429
Torque
516 lb-ft
Transmission
7-speed automatic
Drive
Rear-wheel drive
0–60 mph
4.5 s
Top speed
155 mph
Curb weight
4 lbs
Wheelbase
2560 mm
Dimensions
4534 × 1829 × 1295 mm
Fuel economy (city/hwy/combined)
17.0 / 25.0 / 20.0 mpg

General information

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

Dimensions

Length 4534 mm
Width 1829 mm
Height 1295 mm
Wheelbase 2560 mm
Front track 62 mm
Rear track 62 mm
Wheel size 18-inch wheels

Volume and weight

Trunk volume min 10 L
Trunk volume max 10 L
Fuel tank capacity 21.1 gal
Curb weight 4 lbs

Engine

Engine type Gasoline
Engine position Front
Engine volume 4.7 L
Aspiration Twin-turbocharged
Horsepower 429 hp
Torque 516 lb-ft
Cylinders 8
Valves per cylinder 4
Fuel system Direct injection
Valvetrain DOHC

Transmission

Transmission 7-speed automatic
Gears 7
Drive Rear-wheel drive

Performance

Top speed 155 mph
0–60 mph 4.5 s
Fuel economy city 17.0 mpg
Fuel economy highway 25.0 mpg
Fuel economy combined 20.0 mpg
Fuel type Premium unleaded (required)

Suspension and brakes

Front suspension Independent
Rear suspension Independent
Front brakes Ventilated discs
Rear brakes Ventilated discs

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