Mercedes-Benz SL (W113) 230 SL (150 hp), 1965–1967
Gasoline engine with 150 hp (110 kW) and 145 lb-ft (196 Nm), built 1965–1967, roadster body, rear-wheel drive. The Mercedes-Benz SL (W113) has 3 more powerful gasoline versions.
EnlargePower150 hp (110 kW)
Torque145 lb-ft (196 Nm)
0–62 mph9.7 s
Top speed124 mph (200 km/h)
FuelGasoline
Specifications
Engine
| Engine version | 230 SL (150 hp) |
|---|---|
| Engine code | M 127.981 |
| Displacement | 2.3 L (2,306 cm³) |
| Cylinders | 6 |
| Cylinder layout | Inline |
| Engine position | Front, Longitudinal |
| Valves per cylinder | 2 |
| Valvetrain | SOHC |
| Fuel system | Multi-point indirect injection |
| Compression ratio | 9-3 |
| Bore | 82 mm |
| Stroke | 72.8 mm |
Performance
| Power | 150 hp (110 kW) @ 5500 rpm |
|---|---|
| Torque | 145 lb-ft (196 Nm) @ 4200 rpm |
| 0–62 mph (0–100 km/h) | 9.7 s |
| Top speed | 124 mph (200 km/h) |
Fuel economy and emissions
| Fuel | Gasoline |
|---|---|
| Highway | 23 mpg (10.2 l/100 km) |
| Fuel tank | 17.2 gal (65 l) |
Body, dimensions and weight
| Body style | Roadster |
|---|---|
| Doors | 2 |
| Length | 168.7 in (4,285 mm) |
| Width | 69.3 in (1,760 mm) |
| Height | 52.0 in (1,320 mm) |
| Curb weight | 2,855 lb (1,295 kg) |
| Gross vehicle weight | 3,638 lb (1,650 kg) |
| Cargo volume | 12.0 cu ft (340 l) |
Drivetrain and chassis
| Drive | Rear-wheel drive |
|---|---|
| Gears | 5 |
| Front suspension | Coil spring, double wishbone, stabilizer bar |
| Rear suspension | Coil spring |
| Tires | 185 HR 14 |
| Wheels | 5.5 J x 14 H |
What to check on a Mercedes-Benz SL with this engine
- On a gasoline engine, check the oil consumption, the timing chain or belt and, on turbo engines, the turbocharger.
- Test the clutch or the automatic transmission from a cold start and in the low gears.
- Compare the odometer with the readings in the service records and in the VIN history report: a big gap means the mileage was rolled back.
Other Mercedes-Benz SL (W113) engines
| Engine | Fuel | Power | Combined |
|---|---|---|---|
| 230 SL (150 hp) | Gasoline | 150 hp (110 kW) | |
| 230 SL (150 hp) Automatic | Gasoline | 150 hp (110 kW) | |
| 250 SL (150 hp) | Gasoline | 150 hp (110 kW) | |
| 250 SL (150 hp) 4 MT | Gasoline | 150 hp (110 kW) | |
| 250 SL (150 hp) Automatic | Gasoline | 150 hp (110 kW) | |
| 280 SL (170 hp) | Gasoline | 170 hp (125 kW) | |
| 280 SL (170 hp) 4 MT | Gasoline | 170 hp (125 kW) | |
| 280 SL (170 hp) Automatic | Gasoline | 170 hp (125 kW) |