Mercedes-Benz SL (W113) 250 SL (150 hp)

Gasoline engine with 150 hp (110 kW) and 159 lb-ft (216 Nm), built 1966–1968, roadster body, rear-wheel drive. The Mercedes-Benz SL (W113) has 3 more powerful gasoline versions.

Mercedes-Benz SL (illustrative photo) Enlarge
Power150 hp (110 kW)
Torque159 lb-ft (216 Nm)
0–62 mph9.7 s
Top speed124 mph (200 km/h)
FuelGasoline

Specifications

Engine

Engine version250 SL (150 hp)
Engine codeM 129.982
Displacement2.5 L (2,496 cm³)
Cylinders6
Cylinder layoutInline
Engine positionFront, Longitudinal
Valves per cylinder2
ValvetrainSOHC
Fuel systemMulti-point indirect injection
Compression ratio9-5
Bore82 mm
Stroke78.8 mm

Performance

Power150 hp (110 kW) @ 5500 rpm
Torque159 lb-ft (216 Nm) @ 4200 rpm
0–62 mph (0–100 km/h)9.7 s
Top speed124 mph (200 km/h)

Fuel economy and emissions

FuelGasoline
Highway21 mpg (11.2 l/100 km)
Fuel tank21.7 gal (82 l)

Body, dimensions and weight

Body styleRoadster
Doors2
Length168.7 in (4,285 mm)
Width69.3 in (1,760 mm)
Height52.0 in (1,320 mm)
Curb weight2,998 lb (1,360 kg)
Gross vehicle weight3,781 lb (1,715 kg)
Cargo volume12.0 cu ft (340 l)

Drivetrain and chassis

DriveRear-wheel drive
Gears5
Front suspensionCoil spring, double wishbone, stabilizer bar
Rear suspensionCoil spring
Tires185 HR 14
Wheels6 J x 14 HB

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

EngineFuelPowerCombined
230 SL (150 hp)Gasoline150 hp (110 kW)
230 SL (150 hp) AutomaticGasoline150 hp (110 kW)
230 SL (150 hp)Gasoline150 hp (110 kW)
250 SL (150 hp) 4 MTGasoline150 hp (110 kW)
250 SL (150 hp) AutomaticGasoline150 hp (110 kW)
280 SL (170 hp)Gasoline170 hp (125 kW)
280 SL (170 hp) 4 MTGasoline170 hp (125 kW)
280 SL (170 hp) AutomaticGasoline170 hp (125 kW)

← All Mercedes-Benz SL (W113) engines

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