Mercedes-Benz SL (R230) (2001–2006)
The Mercedes-Benz SL (R230) was offered with 6 gasoline engine versions, from 245 to 612 hp, built 2001–2006.
EnlargeProduction years2001–2006
Body styleRoadster
Doors2
Length178.5 in (4,535 mm)
Width71.5 in (1,815 mm) – 71.9 in (1,827 mm)
Height51.0 in (1,295 mm) – 51.9 in (1,317 mm)
Cargo volume8.3 cu ft (235 l)
Fuel tank21.1 gal (80 l)
All Mercedes-Benz SL (R230) engines
| Engine | Years | Fuel | Power | Torque | 0–62 mph | Top speed | Combined | Drive |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| AMG SL 55 V8 (476 hp) Automatic | 2001–2006 | Gasoline | 476 hp (350 kW) | 516 lb-ft (700 Nm) | 4.7 s | 155 mph (250 km/h, Electronically limited) | Rear-wheel drive | |
| SL 500 V8 (306 hp) Automatic | 2001–2006 | Gasoline | 306 hp (225 kW) | 339 lb-ft (460 Nm) | 6.3 s | 155 mph (250 km/h, Electronically limited) | Rear-wheel drive | |
| SL 350 V6 (245 hp) | 2002–2006 | Gasoline | 245 hp (180 kW) | 258 lb-ft (350 Nm) | 7.2 s | 155 mph (250 km/h, Electronically limited) | Rear-wheel drive | |
| SL 350 V6 (245 hp) Automatic | 2002–2006 | Gasoline | 245 hp (180 kW) | 258 lb-ft (350 Nm) | 7.2 s | 155 mph (250 km/h, Electronically limited) | Rear-wheel drive | |
| SL 600 V12 (500 hp) Automatic | 2003–2006 | Gasoline | 500 hp (368 kW) | 590 lb-ft (800 Nm) | 4.7 s | 155 mph (250 km/h, Electronically limited) | Rear-wheel drive | |
| AMG SL 65 V12 (612 hp) Automatic | 2004–2006 | Gasoline | 612 hp (450 kW) | 738 lb-ft (1,000 Nm) | 4.2 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.