Mercedes-Benz SL-Class
R1071971–2002
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| Powertrain | Engine / motor | Power | Drivetrain | Explore & compare |
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| 300sl ↗4-speed automatic · 1990–1993 | Gasoline · 3.0 L · 188 hp | 188 hp | Rear-wheel drive | |
| 300sl-24 ↗5-speed manual · 1990–1993 | Gasoline · 3.0 L · 231 hp | 231 hp | Rear-wheel drive | |
| 380sl ↗4-speed automatic · 1985–1985 | Gasoline · 3.8 L · 155 hp | 155 hp | Rear-wheel drive | |
| 380slc ↗4-speed automatic · 1983–1983 | Gasoline · 3.8 L · 155 hp | 155 hp | Rear-wheel drive | |
| 500sl ↗4-speed automatic · 1994–1995 | Gasoline · 5.0 L · 322 hp | 322 hp | Rear-wheel drive | |
| 560sl ↗4-speed automatic · 1990–1990 | Gasoline · 5.6 L · 227 hp | 227 hp | Rear-wheel drive | |
| sl320 ↗4-speed automatic · 1994–1997 | Gasoline · 3.2 L · 228 hp | 228 hp | Rear-wheel drive | |
| sl380 ↗4-speed automatic · 1981–1985 | Gasoline · 3.8 L · 155 hp | 155 hp | Rear-wheel drive | |
| sl500 ↗4-speed automatic · 1994–2003 | Gasoline · 5.0 L · 315 hp | 315 hp | Rear-wheel drive | |
| sl600 ↗4-speed automatic · 1994–2002 | Gasoline · 6.0 L · 389 hp | 389 hp | Rear-wheel drive |
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About this generation
The R107 became one of the longest-running SL generations, spanning the 1970s and 1980s with a removable hardtop and V8 power in many markets. It was sold in the United States throughout its life and defined the SL as a luxury grand touring convertible. This generation ended when the R129 replaced it for 1990.
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