Mercedes-Benz SL (R129, facelift 1998) (1998–2001)
The Mercedes-Benz SL (R129, facelift 1998) was offered with 7 gasoline engine versions, from 204 to 525 hp, built 1998–2001.
EnlargeProduction years1998–2001
Body styleRoadster
Doors2
Length177.1 in (4,499 mm)
Width71.3 in (1,812 mm)
Height51.2 in (1,300 mm) – 51.0 in (1,296 mm)
Cargo volume9.4 cu ft (265 l)
Fuel tank21.1 gal (80 l)
All Mercedes-Benz SL (R129, facelift 1998) engines
| Engine | Years | Fuel | Power | Torque | 0–62 mph | Top speed | Combined | Drive |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| SL 280 V6 (204 hp) | 1998–2001 | Gasoline | 204 hp (150 kW) | 199 lb-ft (270 Nm) | 9.5 s | 144 mph (232 km/h) | Rear-wheel drive | |
| SL 280 V6 (204 hp) Automatic | 1998–2001 | Gasoline | 204 hp (150 kW) | 199 lb-ft (270 Nm) | 9.5 s | 142 mph (228 km/h) | Rear-wheel drive | |
| SL 320 V6 (224 hp) Automatic | 1998–2001 | Gasoline | 224 hp (165 kW) | 232 lb-ft (315 Nm) | 8.4 s | 148 mph (238 km/h, Electronically limited) | Rear-wheel drive | |
| SL 500 V8 (306 hp) Automatic | 1998–2001 | Gasoline | 306 hp (225 kW) | 339 lb-ft (460 Nm) | 6.5 s | 155 mph (250 km/h, Electronically limited) | Rear-wheel drive | |
| SL 600 V12 (394 hp) Automatic | 1998–2001 | Gasoline | 394 hp (290 kW) | 420 lb-ft (570 Nm) | 6.1 s | 155 mph (250 km/h, Electronically limited) | Rear-wheel drive | |
| AMG SL 55 V8 (354 hp) Automatic | 1999–2001 | Gasoline | 354 hp (260 kW) | 391 lb-ft (530 Nm) | 5.9 s | 155 mph (250 km/h, Electronically limited) | Rear-wheel drive | |
| AMG SL 73 V12 (525 hp) Automatic | 1999–2001 | Gasoline | 525 hp (386 kW) | 553 lb-ft (750 Nm) | 4.8 s | 155 mph (250 km/h, Electronically limited) | Rear-wheel drive |
Figures are the manufacturer's, mostly for the European versions, and can vary with equipment. Fuel economy is converted from the European test (l/100 km) to US mpg, so it reads higher than an EPA rating. Engines with a link have their own spec sheet.