Mercedes-Benz SL class V (R230) Facelift 2 Roadster All photos (16)
Mercedes-Benz SL class V (R230) Facelift 2 · Roadster · 2008–2011

Mercedes-Benz SL class 280 3.0 AT 231 HP

GasolineAutomatic, 7 gearsRear driveEuro 4
Power
231 hp · 170 kW
Torque
300 Nm
0–100 km/h
7.8 s
Top speed
250 km/h
Fuel consumption
9.4 l/100 km
On a full tank
~850 km
Other versions of this body · 6
280 3.0 AT 231 HP 300 3.0 AT 231 HP 350 3.5 AT 316 HP 500 5.5 AT 388 HP 550 5.5 AT 388 HP 600 5.5 AT 517 HP

Consumption and performance

manufacturer data
Top speed
250 km/h
Acceleration 0–100 km/h
7.8 s
Fuel tank
80 l

Engine

M272.949 · 2,996 cm³
Engine type
Gasoline
Engine code
M272.949
Displacement
2,996 cm³
Max power
170 kW / 231 hp
Torque
300 Nm at 2500 rpm
Fuel
A98
Fuel system
Multipoint injection
Turbo
No
Engine position
V type
Cylinders
6
Valves per cylinder
4
Valvetrain
DOHC
Bore
88 mm
Stroke
82.1 mm
Compression ratio
11.3
Emission standard
Euro 4

Transmission

Drive
Rear
Gearbox
Automatic
Gears
7

Dimensions and capacity

Body code R230 · class S
Body type
Roadster
Doors
2
Seats
2
Length
4,532 mm
Width
1,820 mm
Height
1,317 mm
Wheelbase
2,560 mm
Front track
1,559 mm
Rear track
1,547 mm
Ground clearance
150 mm
Kerb weight
1,825 kg
Max weight
2,120 kg
Boot space (min)
235 l
Boot space (max)
339 l

Wheels, brakes and chassis

Tyre size
255/45/R17
Optional tyre sizes
255/35R19, 285/30R19, 285/35R18
Wheel fitment (PCD, CB)
DIA66.6 5x112
Wheel fasteners
Bolts M14x1.5
Tyre pressure
2.0-2.7 bar
Front brakes
Ventilated discs
Rear brakes
Ventilated discs
Front suspension
Independent, coil spring
Rear suspension
Independent, coil spring