Full specifications
Mercedes-Benz SL 280 SL Specifications
Complete technical specifications for the Mercedes-Benz SL 280 SL — 185 hp, petrol, convertible, 1980. Performance highlights: 0–100 km/h in 10.1 s, top speed 200 km/h (124 mph), consumption 11.4 l/100km (24.8 mpg UK · 20.6 mpg US).
General · 2 fields
| Vehicle class | Passenger Car |
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| Market segment | G (Sporty) |
Fuel & Engine · 11 fields
| Bore | 86 mm |
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| Catalytic converter | No |
| Compression ratio | 9 :1 |
| Fuel system | Fuel Injection |
| Fuel tank capacity | 85 L (22.5 gal US) |
| RPM at 100 km/h | 2,450 rpm |
| RPM at 130 km/h | 3,150 rpm |
| Stroke | 79 mm |
| Turbocharged | No |
| Valve actuation | OHC |
| Valves per cylinder | 2 |
Chassis · 11 fields
| Front spring type | Coil Springs |
|---|---|
| Rear spring type | Coil Springs |
| Front anti-roll bar | Yes |
| Rear anti-roll bar | Yes |
| Front brakes | Ventilated Discs |
| Front suspension | MacPherson Struts |
| Rear brakes | Discs |
| Rear suspension | MacPherson Struts |
| Turning circle | 10.3 m (33.8 ft) |
| Front tyre size | 195/70R14 |
| Rear tyre size | 195/70R14 |
Weights · 7 fields
| Ball pressure | 80 kg (176 lb) |
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| Gross vehicle weight | 1,920 kg (4,233 lb) |
| Kerb weight | 1,500 kg (3,307 lb) |
| Payload | 420 kg (926 lb) |
| Roof load | 90 kg (198 lb) |
| Towing weight (braked) | 1,500 kg (3,307 lb) |
| Towing weight (unbraked) | 750 kg (1,653 lb) |
Luggage / Load · 2 fields
| Boot capacity | 260 L (9.2 cu ft) |
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| Boot sill height | 640 mm (25.2 in) |
Exterior Sizes · 7 fields
| Length | 4,390 mm (172.8 in) |
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| Width | 1,790 mm (70.5 in) |
| Height | 1,300 mm (51.2 in) |
| Wheelbase | 2,460 mm (96.9 in) |
| Front track | 1,452 mm |
| Ground clearance | 135 mm (5.3 in) |
| Rear track | 1,440 mm |
Safety · 30 fields
| Crash test rating | Not Tested |
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| ABS | Not Available |
| EBD | Not Available |
| Brake assist | Not Available |
| ESP | Not Available |
| Traction control | Not Available |
| Limited slip differential | Not Available |
| Electronic damping | Not Available |
| Automatic level control | Not Available |
| Hill start assist | Not Available |
| Forward collision warning | Not Available |
| Autonomous emergency braking | Not Available |
| Pedestrian AEB | Not Available |
| Lane keeping assist | Not Available |
| Steering assist | Not Available |
| Blind spot detection | Not Available |
| Fatigue detection | Not Available |
| Tyre pressure monitoring | Not Available |
| Night vision | Not Available |
| Pre-crash system | Not Available |
| High beam assist | Not Available |
| Traffic sign recognition | Not Available |
| Cross traffic warning | Not Available |
| Driver airbag | Not Available |
| Passenger airbag | Not Available |
| Side airbags | Not Available |
| Curtain airbags | Not Available |
| Driver knee airbag | Not Available |
| ISOFIX | Not Available |
| Emergency call (eCall) | Not Available |
Comfort · 15 fields
| Central locking | Not Available |
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| Keyless entry/start | Not Available |
| Smartphone key | Not Available |
| Start button | Not Available |
| Power steering | Standard |
| Steering wheel controls | Not Available |
| Electric windows | Not Available |
| Cruise control | Not Available |
| Air conditioning | Standard (Manual) |
| Dual zone climate | Not Available |
| Parking sensors | Standard (Rear) |
| Reverse camera | Not Available |
| Park assist | Not Available |
| Electric parking brake | Not Available |
| Start/stop system | Not Available |
Interior · 32 fields
| Seat height adjustment | Standard (Driver) |
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| Lumbar support | Not Available |
| Electric seat adjustment | Not Available |
| Heated seats | Not Available |
| Ventilated seats | Not Available |
| Sport seats | Not Available |
| Leather steering wheel | Not Available |
| Adjustable steering | Not Available |
| Heated steering wheel | Not Available |
| Leather upholstery | Not Available |
| Rear headrests | Not Available |
| Folding rear seats | Not Available |
| Sliding rear seats | Not Available |
| Armrest | Not Available |
| Pre-heating | Not Available |
| Auto-dimming mirror | Not Available |
| Rev counter | Standard |
| Trip computer | Not Available |
| Digital instruments | Not Available |
| Head-up display | Not Available |
| Audio system | Not Available |
| Digital radio (DAB+) | Not Available |
| Audio steering controls | Not Available |
| Audio input | Not Available |
| Navigation | Not Available |
| Bluetooth | Not Available |
| Wireless charging | Not Available |
| Apple CarPlay | Not Available |
| Android Auto | Not Available |
| OTA updates | Not Available |
| Outside temperature | Not Available |
| Reading lights | Standard |
Exterior · 21 fields
| Rain sensor | Standard |
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| Alloy wheels | Not Available |
| Sunroof | Not Available |
| Panoramic roof | Not Available |
| Roof rails | Not Available |
| Metallic paint | Not Available |
| Body-coloured bumpers | Not Available |
| Tinted glass | Not Available |
| Privacy glass | Not Available |
| Electric boot | Not Available |
| Electric mirrors | Not Available |
| Folding mirrors | Not Available |
| Auto-dimming ext. mirrors | Not Available |
| Indicators in mirrors | Not Available |
| Front fog lights | Standard |
| Automatic headlights | Not Available |
| Xenon headlights | Not Available |
| LED headlights | Not Available |
| LED tail lights | Not Available |
| Headlight washers | Not Available |
| Alarm | Not Available |
Service & Warranty · 3 fields
| Service interval | 10.000 km / 1 year |
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| General warranty | 1 year, onbeperkt |
| Body warranty | 1 year |
Costs · 1 fields
| Road tax quarterly (NL) | €185 |
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