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SL-Class W113 specs

Mercedes-Benz SL-Class W113 280 SL Roadster

125 kW170 PS168 hp240 Nm1967–1971

petrol · Roadster

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Mercedes-Benz SL-Class W113
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Power
125 kW 170 PS · 168 hp
Torque
240 Nm 177 lb-ft
Fuel consumption
16.5 l/100 km
Top speed
200 km/h

The Mercedes-Benz SL-Class W113 2.8 280 SL produces 125 kW (170 PS) and 240 Nm of torque from a 2.8-litre six-cylinder petrol engine and comes as a roadster. The SL-Class W113 2.8 280 SL has rear-wheel drive.

It is the most powerful of the 3 versions in the SL-Class W113 range, with 14% more output than the entry 2.3 230 SL (110 kW). On top of that, it is the strongest on torque (240 Nm). On paper, it tops out at 200 km/h and uses 16.5 l/100 km.

Where the SL-Class W113 2.8 280 SL stands out

  • Most powerful version of the SL-Class W113: 125 kW (170 PS)
  • Most torque in the range: 240 Nm

Engine

FuelPetrol
Displacement2,778 cm³ 2.8 l · 170 cu in
Cylinders6
Power125 kW 170 PS · 168 hp
Torque240 Nm 177 lb-ft
DriveRear-wheel drive

Performance

Top speed200 km/h 124 mph
Fuel consumption16.5 l/100 km 17.1 mpg UK · 14.3 mpg US

Dimensions and weight

Width1,760 mm 69.3 in
Height1,305 mm 51.4 in
Wheelbase2,400 mm 94.5 in

Production

Body typeRoadster
Years1967–1971
GenerationSL-Class W113 (1963–1971)

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