Mercedes-Benz SL 280

General information
Model	Mercedes-Benz SL 280
Year	1998
Category	Cabriolets/sport cars
Rating	59 out of 100. Show full rating and compare with other cars
Main features, safety and ecconomy
Engine size	2798 ccm (170.73 cubic inches)
Seats	4
Drive	Rear wheels
Transmission	Manual, 5-speed
Engine and transmission
Engine location	Front, longitudinal
Displacement	2798 ccm (170.73 cubic inches)
Engine type	V6
Max power	206.80 PS (152 kW or 204 HP) at 5700 Rev. per min.
Max torque	270.00 Nm (27.5 kgf-m or 199.2 ft.lbs) at 3000 Rev. per min.
Compression	10.1:1
Bore x stroke	89.9 x 73.5 mm (3.5 x 2.9 inches)
Fuel system	Injection
Cooling system	Liquid
Gearbox	Manual, 5-speed
Speed and acceleration
Top speed	232.0 km/h (144.2 mph)
0-100 km/h (0-62 mph)	9.7 seconds
Power/weight ratio	0.1143 PS/kg
Exterior and interior
Chassis type	Cabriolet
Max no. of doors	2
Passenger space	4540 litres (1,199 gallons)
Cargo space	317 litres (84 gallons)
Steering, brakes and tires
Turn circle	12 m (460.6 inches)
Brake details	Antiblocking system (ABS).
Dimensions and weight
Weight	1810 kg (3,990.4 pounds)
Overall length	4510 mm (177.6 inches)
Overall width	1820 mm (71.7 inches)
Overall height	1300 mm (51.2 inches)
Wheelbase	2520 mm (99.2 inches)
Fuel capacity	80.0 litres (21.14 gallons)
Other specifications
Country of origin	Germany