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Mercedes-Benz SL-Classsl380

R107 (1971–2002) · Gasoline · 3.8 L

  1. 01Make
  2. 02Model
  3. 03Generation
  4. 04Powertrain
  5. 05Equipment
Power
155 hp
Drivetrain
Rear-wheel drive
0–60 mph
10.5 s
Combined economy
17.0 mpg

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AM/FM cassette stereo

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European-spec lighting

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Overview

Production start
1981
Production end
1985
Brand country
Germany
Vehicle class
Sports car
Doors
2
Seats
2
Steering side
Left-hand drive

Powertrain

Engine type
Gasoline
Engine position
Front
Engine volume
3.8 L
Displacement
Needs verification
Engine power
155 hp
Engine torque
196 lb-ft
Cylinders
8
Fuel system
Bosch K-Jetronic fuel injection
Transmission
4-speed automatic
Drive
Rear-wheel drive

Dimensions & capacity

Length
182.3 in
Width
70.5 in
Height
50.0 in
Wheelbase
96.9 in
Fuel tank
18.5 US gal
Curb weight
Needs verification

Performance & economy

0–60 mph
10.5 s
Top speed
125 mph
Fuel type
Premium unleaded (required)
City fuel economy
14.0 mpg
Highway fuel economy
19.0 mpg
Combined fuel economy
17.0 mpg
Reported city consumption
Needs verification
Reported highway consumption
Needs verification
Reported combined consumption
Needs verification

Suspension & brakes

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