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SL-Class C107 specs

Mercedes-Benz SL-Class C107 280 SLC Coupe

136 kW185 PS182 hp238 Nm1971–1981

petrol · Coupe

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Mercedes-Benz SL-Class C107
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Power
136 kW 185 PS · 182 hp
Torque
238 Nm 176 lb-ft
Kerb weight
1,610 kg
Top speed
207 km/h
Length
4,750 mm
Displacement
2,746 cm³

The Mercedes-Benz SL-Class C107 2.7 280 SLC uses a 2.7-litre six-cylinder petrol engine rated at 136 kW (185 PS) and 238 Nm of torque, in coupe form. The SL-Class C107 2.7 280 SLC has rear-wheel drive.

This is the entry point among the 4 versions of the SL-Class C107; the range-topping 4.5 450 SLC (165 kW) has 21% more power. On top of that, it is the lightest (1,610 kg). In figures, it tops out at 207 km/h and has 115 PS per tonne to work with.

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    Engine

    FuelPetrol
    Displacement2,746 cm³ 2.7 l · 168 cu in
    Cylinders6
    Power136 kW 185 PS · 182 hp
    Torque238 Nm 176 lb-ft
    DriveRear-wheel drive

    Performance

    Top speed207 km/h 129 mph

    Dimensions and weight

    Length4,750 mm 187.0 in
    Width1,790 mm 70.5 in
    Height1,330 mm 52.4 in
    Wheelbase2,820 mm 111.0 in
    Kerb weight1,610 kg 3,549 lb

    Production

    Body typeCoupe
    Years1971–1981
    GenerationSL-Class C107 (1971–1981)

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