Mercedes-Benz SL-Class R107 specs: all versions
1971–1989 · 8 versions in our catalog. Read the full story
- 2.7 l 280 SL136 kW (185 PS)PetrolRoadster
- 3.0 l 300 SL140 kW (190 PS)PetrolRoadster
- 3.5 l 350 SL147 kW (200 PS)PetrolRoadster
- 3.8 l 380 SL160 kW (218 PS)PetrolRoadster
- 4.2 l 420 SL160 kW (218 PS)PetrolRoadster
- 4.5 l 450 SL165 kW (224 PS)PetrolRoadster
- 5.5 l 560 SL169 kW (230 PS)PetrolRoadster
- 5.0 l 500 SL177 kW (241 PS)PetrolRoadster
Engines
| Version | Engine | Power | Torque | Drive | Production years |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 280 SL | 2.7 l · 6 cyl · Petrol2,746 cc | 136 kW185 PS · 182 hp | - | Rear-wheel drive | 1974–1985 |
| 300 SL | 3.0 l · 6 cyl · Petrol2,962 cc | 140 kW190 PS · 188 hp | 255 Nm188 lb-ft | Rear-wheel drive | 1985–1989 |
| 350 SL | 3.5 l · 8 cyl · Petrol3,499 cc | 147 kW200 PS · 197 hp | 286 Nm211 lb-ft | Rear-wheel drive | 1971–1980 |
| 380 SL | 3.8 l · 8 cyl · Petrol3,818 cc | 160 kW218 PS · 215 hp | 299 Nm221 lb-ft | Rear-wheel drive | 1980–1985 |
| 420 SL | 4.2 l · 8 cyl · Petrol4,196 cc | 160 kW218 PS · 215 hp | 324 Nm239 lb-ft | Rear-wheel drive | 1985–1989 |
| 450 SL | 4.5 l · 8 cyl · Petrol4,520 cc | 165 kW224 PS · 221 hp | 377 Nm278 lb-ft | Rear-wheel drive | 1973–1980 |
| 560 SL | 5.5 l · 8 cyl · Petrol5,547 cc | 169 kW230 PS · 227 hp | 389 Nm287 lb-ft | Rear-wheel drive | 1986–1989 |
| 500 SL | 5.0 l · 8 cyl · Petrol4,973 cc | 177 kW241 PS · 237 hp | 402 Nm296 lb-ft | Rear-wheel drive | 1980–1989 |
Performance
| Version | Top speed |
|---|---|
| 300 SL | 210 km/h130 mph |
| 350 SL | 212 km/h132 mph |
| 380 SL | 215 km/h134 mph |
| 420 SL | 210 km/h130 mph |
| 450 SL | 218 km/h135 mph |
| 500 SL | 225 km/h140 mph |
Dimensions and weight
| Version | Length | Width | Height | Wheelbase | Kerb weight | Boot |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 280 SL | 4,390 mm172.8 in | 1,790 mm70.5 in | 1,300 mm51.2 in | 2,460 mm96.9 in | 1,500 kg3,307 lb | 252 l8.9 cu ft |
| 300 SL | 4,390 mm172.8 in | 1,790 mm70.5 in | 1,290 mm50.8 in | 2,460 mm96.9 in | 1,530 kg3,373 lb | - |
| 350 SL | 4,390 mm172.8 in | 1,790 mm70.5 in | 1,290 mm50.8 in | 2,460 mm96.9 in | 1,600 kg3,527 lb | - |
| 380 SL | 4,390 mm172.8 in | 1,790 mm70.5 in | 1,290 mm50.8 in | 2,460 mm96.9 in | 1,640 kg3,616 lb | - |
| 420 SL | 4,390 mm172.8 in | 1,790 mm70.5 in | 1,290 mm50.8 in | 2,460 mm96.9 in | 1,600 kg3,527 lb | - |
| 450 SL | 4,390 mm172.8 in | 1,790 mm70.5 in | 1,290 mm50.8 in | 2,460 mm96.9 in | 1,640 kg3,616 lb | - |
| 560 SL | 4,580 mm180.3 in | 1,790 mm70.5 in | 1,290 mm50.8 in | 2,460 mm96.9 in | 1,656 kg3,651 lb | - |
| 500 SL | 4,390 mm172.8 in | 1,790 mm70.5 in | 1,290 mm50.8 in | 2,460 mm96.9 in | - | - |