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Mercedes-Benz SL R231 (2012–2015) Specs

Specifications, engines, dimensions and technical data.

Gen 6 2012 - 2020 R231 Roadster
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Mercedes-Benz SL R231 overview

The Mercedes-Benz SL (R231) is the 6th generation of the SL, built from 2012 to 2015. It is offered as a Roadster with 6 engines (petrol), from 306 HP to 630 HP. The SL 400 (333 Hp) G-TRONIC accelerates from 0 to 100 km/h in 5.2 s, reaches a top speed of 250 km/h and is 4617 mm long.

How much horsepower does the Mercedes-Benz SL have?

The Mercedes-Benz SL (R231) has 306 HP to 630 HP, depending on the engine: 3.5 M276 (306 HP), 3.0 M276 (333 HP), 4.7 M278 (435 HP), 5.5 M157 (537 HP), 5.5 M157 (585 HP), 6.0 M279 (630 HP).

What engines are available for the Mercedes-Benz SL?

The Mercedes-Benz SL is available with 6 engines: 3.5 M276 (306 HP, petrol), 3.0 M276 (333 HP, petrol), 4.7 M278 (435 HP, petrol), 5.5 M157 (537 HP, petrol), 5.5 M157 (585 HP, petrol), 6.0 M279 (630 HP, petrol).

What are the dimensions of the Mercedes-Benz SL?

The Mercedes-Benz SL is 4617 mm long, 1877 mm wide, 1315 mm tall, with a 2585 mm wheelbase.

How fast is the Mercedes-Benz SL?

The Mercedes-Benz SL SL 400 (333 Hp) G-TRONIC goes from 0 to 100 km/h in 5.2 s and has a top speed of 250 km/h.

Advanced Specs

Overview

Generation Mercedes-Benz SL R231
Year 2014–2015
Platform Mercedes-Benz R231
Variant SL 400 (333 Hp) G-TRONIC
Body type roadster
Engine type Fuel
Fuel type Petrol
Seats 2
Doors 2
Emission standard Euro 6

Power & torque

Power 333 HP
Power @ min rpm 5250 rpm
Power @ max rpm 6000 rpm
Torque 480 Nm
Torque @ min rpm 1600 rpm
Torque @ max rpm 4000 rpm

Performance

Top speed 250 km/h
0–100 km/h 5.2 s
0–62 mph 5.2 s

Engine

Engine code M276.825
Displacement 2996 cc
Cylinders 6
Configuration V Engine
Compression ratio 10.5
Injection system Direct Injection
Aspiration Biturbo Intercooler
Oil capacity 6.5 L
Coolant 10.8 L
Engine layout Front Longitudinal

Drivetrain & transmission

Drive Rear Wheel Drive
Powertrain architecture Internal Combustion Engine
Drivetrain architecture The Internal Combustion Engine Ice Drives The Rear Wheels Of The Vehicle
Gearbox type torque_converter
Gears 7
Gearbox code 722.9-7g-tronic-plus
Gearbox manufacturer Mercedes Benz

Dimensions

Length 4617 mm
Width 1877 mm
Height 1315 mm
Wheelbase 2585 mm
Front track 1600 mm
Rear track 1604 mm
Boot space 241 – 381 L
Ground clearance 96 mm
Turning circle 11.0 m

Mass

Kerb weight 1730 kg
Max weight 2110 kg
Max load 380 kg

Consumption & emissions

Fuel combined 7.7 L/100km
Fuel urban 10.2 L/100km
Fuel extra urban 6.2 L/100km
CO₂ emissions 179 g/km
Fuel tank 65.0 L

Chassis & brakes

Front suspension Independent Multi Link Suspension
Rear suspension Independent Multi Link Suspension
Front brakes Ventilated Discs
Rear brakes Ventilated Discs
Steering type Steering Rack And Pinion
Tire size 255/45 R17
Wheel rims 17
Assisting systems Abs Anti Lock Braking System

Efficiency ratios

Weight-to-power 5.2 kg/Hp, 192.5 Hp/tonne
Weight-to-torque 3.6 kg/Nm, 277.5 Nm/tonne

Other

Start Of Production 2014
End Of Production 2015

Performance

Engine speed (1k/rpm)

Figures from catalog data; real-world values may differ.

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