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Mercedes Benz SL (R231) 400 Spec

(2015 - 2016) - Technical Specifications for Years 2015, 2016

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With a fuel consumption of 7.7 litres/100km - 37 mpg UK - 31 mpg US (Average), 0 to 100 km/h (62mph) in 5.2 seconds, a maximum top speed of 155 mph (250 km/h), a curb weight of 3814 lbs (1730 kgs), the SL (R231) 400 has a turbocharged V 6 cylinder engine, Petrol motor.
This engine produces a maximum power of 333 PS (328 bhp - 245 kW) at 5250-6000 rpm and a maximum torque of 480 Nm (354 lb.ft) at 1600-4000 rpm. The power is transmitted to the road by the rear wheel drive (RWD) with a 7 speed Automatic gearbox.
About chassis details responsible for road holding, handling behaviour and ride confort, the SL (R231) has Coil springs. front suspension and Coil springs. rear suspension. Stock tire sizes are 255 / 40 on 18 inch rims at the front, and 285 / 35 on 18 inch rims at the rear. For stopping power, the SL (R231) 400 braking system includes Vented Discs at the front and Vented Discs at the rear.
The SL (R231) model is a Cabrio car manufactured by Mercedes Benz, with 2 doors and 2 seats, sold new from year 2015 to 2016, and available after that as a used car.

Mercedes Benz SL (R231) 400 Engine Technical Data

Engine type - Number of cylinders :	V 6

Engine Code :	-

Fuel type :	Petrol

Fuel System :	Direct Injection.

Engine Alignment :	Longitudinal

Engine Position :	Front

Engine size - Displacement - Engine capacity :	2996 cm3 or 182.8 cu-in

Bore x Stroke :	88.0 x 82.1 mm 3.46 x 3.23 inches

Number of valves :	24 Valves

Aspiration :	Turbo + Intercooler

Compression Ratio :	10,5

Maximum power - Output - Horsepower :	333 PS or 328 bhp or 245 kW @ 5250-6000 rpm

Maximum torque :	480 Nm or 354 lb.ft @ 1600-4000 rpm

Drive wheels - Traction - Drivetrain :	RWD

Transmission Gearbox - Number of speeds :	7 speed Automatic Transmission Relations 1st Gear Ratio: 8.9 2nd Gear Ratio: 13.7 3rd Gear Ratio: 20.4 4th Gear Ratio: 28.6 5th Gear Ratio: 39.1 6th Gear Ratio: 47.7 7th Gear Ratio: 53.6 Reverse Gear Ratio: Final Drive Ratio: -

Clutch Type :	Torque Converter


Mercedes Benz SL (R231) 400 Fuel Consumption (Economy), Emissions and Range

Fuel Consumption - Economy - Combined:	7.7 L/100km 37 mpg UK / 31 mpg US

Fuel Consumption - Economy - Extra Urban:	6.2 L/100km 46 mpg UK / 38 mpg US

Fuel Consumption - Economy - City:	10.2 L/100km 28 mpg UK / 23 mpg US

Range :	844 Km or 525 miles

Fuel Tank Capacity :	65 L 14.3 UK gallons 17.2 US gallons

CO2 emissions :	179 g/Km (Mercedes Benz)

Mercedes Benz SL (R231) 400 Performance

Top Speed :	250 km/h or 155 Mph

Acceleration 0 to 100 km/h (0 to 62 mph) :	5.2 s

Mercedes Benz SL (R231) 400 Size, Dimensions, Aerodynamics and Weight

Body :	Cabrio

Num. of Doors :	2

Wheelbase :	258.5 cm or 101.77 inches

Length :	461.7 cm or 181.77 inches

Width :	187.7 cm or 73.9 inches

Height :	131.5 cm or 51.77 inches

Front Axle :	159.7 cm or 62.87 inches

Rear Axle :	160 cm or 62.99 inches

Num. of Seats :	2

Aerodynamic drag coefficient - Cx :	-

Front Brakes - Disc dimensions :	Vented Discs (342 mm)

Rear Brakes - Dics dimensions :	Vented Discs (320 mm)

Front Tyres - Rims dimensions :	255/40 R18

Rear Tyres - Rims dimensions :	285/35 R18

Front Wheels Width :	8,5"

Rear Wheels Width :	9,5"

Curb Weight :	1730 kg OR 3814 lbs

Weight-Power Output Ratio :	5.2 kg/hp

Trunk / Boot capacity :	356 L

Steering :	Rack and pinion Electric

Front Suspension :	Coil springs.

Rear Suspension :	Coil springs.

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How much horsepower does a 2015 Mercedes Benz SL (R231) 400 have?
The 2015 Mercedes Benz SL (R231) 400 has 333 PS / 328 bhp / 245 kW horsepower.

How much does a Mercedes Benz SL (R231) 400 weighs?
The Mercedes Benz SL (R231) 400 weighs 1730 Kg / 3814 lbs.

What is the top speed of a Mercedes Benz SL (R231) 400?
The Mercedes Benz SL (R231) 400 top speed is 250 Km/h / 155 mph.

Is Mercedes Benz SL (R231) 400 All Wheel Drive (AWD)?
No, the Mercedes Benz SL (R231) 400 is not All Wheel Drive (AWD). It's Rear Wheel Drive (RWD).