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Mercedes-Benz SL W113 (1963–1971) Specs
Specifications, engines, dimensions and technical data.
Gen 2
1963 - 1971
W113
Roadster
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Body Style
Chassis
Engines
Quick Specs
Fuel
Fuel
Combined
Combined
Chassis & Body
Engine Lineup
| Trans | Engine | Gears | HP | Fuel | CO₂ |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| MT | 230 SL Manual 5-speed | 4 | 150 HP | Petrol | — |
| MT | 250 SL Manual 5-speed | 4 | 150 HP | Petrol | — |
| MT | 280 SL Manual 5-speed | 4 | 170 HP | Petrol | — |
Note: Performance figures may vary based on market and conditions.
Mercedes-Benz SL W113 overview
The Mercedes-Benz SL (W113) is the 2nd generation of the SL, built from 1963 to 1971. It is offered as a Roadster with 3 engines (petrol), from 150 HP to 170 HP. The 230 SL (150 Hp) Automatic accelerates from 0 to 100 km/h in 10.7 s, reaches a top speed of 195 km/h and is 4285 mm long.
How much horsepower does the Mercedes-Benz SL have?
The Mercedes-Benz SL (W113) has 150 HP to 170 HP, depending on the engine: 2.5 M129 (150 HP), 2.3 M127 (150 HP), 2.8 M130 (170 HP).
What engines are available for the Mercedes-Benz SL?
The Mercedes-Benz SL is available with 3 engines: 2.5 M129 (150 HP, petrol), 2.3 M127 (150 HP, petrol), 2.8 M130 (170 HP, petrol).
What are the dimensions of the Mercedes-Benz SL?
The Mercedes-Benz SL is 4285 mm long, 1760 mm wide, 1320 mm tall, with a 2400 mm wheelbase.
How fast is the Mercedes-Benz SL?
The Mercedes-Benz SL 230 SL (150 Hp) Automatic goes from 0 to 100 km/h in 10.7 s and has a top speed of 195 km/h.
Advanced Specs
Overview
| Generation | Mercedes-Benz SL W113 |
|---|---|
| Year | 1963–1967 |
| Platform | Mercedes-Benz W113 |
| Variant | 230 SL (150 Hp) Automatic |
| Body type | roadster |
| Engine type | Fuel |
| Fuel type | Petrol |
| Seats | 2 |
| Doors | 2 |
Power & torque
| Power | 150 HP |
|---|---|
| Power @ max rpm | 5500 rpm |
| Torque | 196 Nm |
| Torque @ max rpm | 4200 rpm |
Performance
| Top speed | 195 km/h |
|---|---|
| 0–100 km/h | 10.7 s |
| 0–62 mph | 10.7 s |
Engine
| Engine code | M127.981 |
|---|---|
| Displacement | 2306 cc |
| Cylinders | 6 |
| Configuration | inline |
| Bore | 82.0 mm |
| Stroke | 72.8 mm |
| Compression ratio | 9.3 |
| Valves per cylinder | 2 |
| Injection system | Multi Port Manifold Injection |
| Aspiration | Naturally Aspirated Engine |
| Valvetrain | sohc |
| Oil capacity | 5.5 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 | 4 |
| Gearbox code | K4a 025 |
| Gearbox manufacturer | Mercedes Benz |
Dimensions
| Length | 4285 mm |
|---|---|
| Width | 1760 mm |
| Height | 1320 mm |
| Wheelbase | 2400 mm |
| Front track | 1486 mm |
| Rear track | 1487 mm |
| Boot space | 340 L |
| Ground clearance | 125 mm |
| Turning circle | 10.4 m |
Mass
| Kerb weight | 1295 kg |
|---|---|
| Max weight | 1650 kg |
| Max load | 355 kg |
Consumption & emissions
| Fuel combined | 10.2 L/100km |
|---|---|
| Fuel tank | 65.0 L |
Chassis & brakes
| Front suspension | Coil Spring Double Wishbone Transverse Stabilizer |
|---|---|
| Rear suspension | Coil Spring |
| Front brakes | disc |
| Rear brakes | drum |
| Steering type | Cone Worm With Recirculation Balls |
| Tire size | 185 HR 14 |
| Wheel rims | 5.5 J x 14 H |
Efficiency ratios
| Weight-to-power | 8.6 kg/Hp, 115.8 Hp/tonne |
|---|---|
| Weight-to-torque | 6.6 kg/Nm, 151.4 Nm/tonne |
Other
| Start Of Production | 1963 |
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| End Of Production | 1967 |
Performance
Engine speed (1k/rpm)
! Figures from catalog data; real-world values may differ.
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