Mercedes Benz SL (R129) 300 SL-24 Specs

(1989 - 1993) - Technical Specifications for Years 1989, 1990, 1991, 1992, 1993
★★★★★ ★★★★★ Own this car? Rate it!
×
Own this car? Rate it!
Comfort ★★★★★
Economy ★★★★★
Reliability ★★★★★
Performance ★★★★★
Handling ★★★★★
Cost of maintenance ★★★★★
Recommend to a friend? ★★★★★
Mercedes Benz SL (R129) image

Key Specs

Petrol
180.6 cu-in
2960 cm3
Inline 6
228 HP
231 PS / 170 kW
200 lb-ft
272 Nm
149 Mph
240 km/h
20 MPG
11.8 L/100 km
24 MPG UK

Mercedes Benz SL (R129) 300 SL-24 Body, Model and Production details Mercedes Benz SL (R129) 300 SL-24 Body, Model and Production details

Generation : R129
Body : -
Num. of Doors : 2 doors

Mercedes Benz SL (R129) 300 SL-24 Engine Technical Data Mercedes Benz SL (R129) 300 SL-24 Engine Technical Data

Engine type - Number of cylinders : Inline 6
Engine Code : 104.981
Fuel type : Petrol
Fuel System : MPI - CIS-E (KE5 - Jetronic)
Engine Alignment : Longitudinal
Engine Position : Front
Engine displacement : 180.6 cu-in / 2960 cm3
Bore x Stroke : 3.48 x 3.16 inches
88.5 x 80.2 mm
Number of valves : 24 Valves
Aspiration : naturally-aspirated
Compression Ratio : 10.0
Horsepower : 228 HP / 231 PS / 170 kW
@ 6300 rpm
Maximum torque : 200 lb-ft / 272 Nm
@ 4600 rpm
Drive wheels - Traction - Drivetrain : RWD
Transmission Gearbox - Number of speeds :
5 speed Manual

Mercedes Benz SL (R129) 300 SL-24 Fuel Consumption (Economy), Emissions and Range Mercedes Benz SL (R129) 300 SL-24 Fuel Consumption (Economy), Emissions and Range

Fuel Consumption - Economy - Combined: 20 MPG
11.8 L/100 km
24 MPG UK
Fuel Consumption - Economy - Open road: 27 MPG
8.8 L/100 km
32 MPG UK
Fuel Consumption - Economy - Highway: 23 MPG
10.4 L/100 km
27 MPG UK
Fuel Consumption - Economy - City: 15 MPG
16.2 L/100 km
17 MPG UK
Range : 421 miles / 677 km
Fuel Tank Capacity : 21.1 gallons
80 L
17.6 UK gallons

Mercedes Benz SL (R129) 300 SL-24 Performance Mercedes Benz SL (R129) 300 SL-24 Performance

Top Speed : 149 Mph / 240 km/h
Acceleration 0 to 100 km/h (0 to 62 mph) : 8.4 s

Mercedes Benz SL (R129) 300 SL-24 Size, Dimensions, Aerodynamics and Weight Mercedes Benz SL (R129) 300 SL-24 Size, Dimensions, Aerodynamics and Weight

Wheelbase : 99.02 inches / 251.5 cm
Length : 175.79 inches / 446.5 cm
Width : 71.34 inches / 181.2 cm
Height : 51.02 inches / 129.6 cm
Front Axle : 60.31 inches / 153.2 cm
Rear Axle : 59.88 inches / 152.1 cm
Aerodynamic drag coefficient - Cx : 0.32
Curb Weight : 3726 lbs / 1690 kg
Weight/Power Output Ratio : 7.3 kg/hp

Mercedes Benz SL (R129) 300 SL-24 Interior size, Dimensions Mercedes Benz SL (R129) 300 SL-24 Interior size, Dimensions

Num. of Seats : 4 seats
Front shoulder room : 57.68 inches / 146.5 cm
Front head room : 35.24 inches / 89.5 cm
Trunk / Boot capacity : 9.2 cu-ft / 260 L

Mercedes Benz SL (R129) 300 SL-24 Brakes, Tires, Steering and Suspension Mercedes Benz SL (R129) 300 SL-24 Brakes, Tires, Steering and Suspension

Front Brakes - Disc dimensions : Vented Discs
(11.81 inches / 300 mm)
Rear Brakes - Disc dimensions : Vented Discs
(10.94 inches / 278 mm)
Front Tyres - Rims dimensions : 225/55 R16
Rear Tyres - Rims dimensions : 225/55 R16
Front Wheels Width : 8.0"
Rear Wheels Width : 8.0"
Turning circle : 35.3 feet / 10.75 m
Steering wheel lock-to-lock : 3.25 turns
Front Suspension : Independent. MacPherson. Coil Springs. Anti-roll bar.
Rear Suspension : Multi-link. Coil Springs. Anti-roll bar
If you found an error in these specifications submit your correction here

How fast is a Mercedes Benz SL (R129) 300 SL-24?
The Mercedes Benz SL (R129) 300 SL-24 can reach 0 to 100 km/h (0 to 62 mph) in 8.4 seconds and has a top speed of 240 km/h / 149 mph.

How many horsepower (hp) does a 1989 Mercedes Benz SL (R129) 300 SL-24 have?
The 1989 Mercedes Benz SL (R129) 300 SL-24 has 231 PS / 228 bhp / 170 kW.

How much does a Mercedes Benz SL (R129) 300 SL-24 weighs?
The Mercedes Benz SL (R129) 300 SL-24 weighs 1690 Kg / 3726 lbs.

What is the Mercedes Benz SL (R129) 300 SL-24 gas mileage?
The Mercedes Benz SL (R129) 300 SL-24 gas mileage is Open road 27 MPG / 8.8 L/100 km / 32 MPG UK / Highway 23 MPG / 10.4 L/100 km / 27 MPG UK / City 15 MPG / 16.2 L/100 km / 17 MPG UK.

What engine is in Mercedes Benz SL (R129) 300 SL-24?
The Mercedes Benz SL (R129) 300 SL-24 has a Inline 6, Petrol engine with 2960 cm3 / 180.6 cu-in capacity.

What are the dimensions of the Mercedes Benz SL (R129) 300 SL-24?
The Mercedes Benz SL (R129) 300 SL-24 is 175.79 inches / 446.5 cm long, 71.34 inches / 181.2 cm wide, and 51.02 inches / 129.6 cm tall, with a wheelbase of 99.02 inches / 251.5 cm.

How much cargo space does a Mercedes Benz SL (R129) 300 SL-24 have?
The Mercedes Benz SL (R129) 300 SL-24 offers 9.2 cu-ft / 260 L of trunk space.