The Mercedes-Benz SL (1985-1989) was offered with 8 distinct engine configurations across its trim range.
| Engine | Power | Torque | Transmission | Drive | Top speed | 0-100 km/h | Consumption | Available on |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 5.0L Petrol | 245 hp | 400 Nm | Automatic | Rear Wheel Drive | 225 km/h | 7.8 s | 12.3 l/100km | 1 trim |
| 5.0L Petrol | 223 hp | 365 Nm | Automatic | Rear Wheel Drive | 215 km/h | 7.3 s | 13.0 l/100km | 1 trim |
| 4.2L Petrol | 218 hp | 330 Nm | Automatic | Rear Wheel Drive | 213 km/h | 9.0 s | 11.9 l/100km | 1 trim |
| 4.2L Petrol | 204 hp | 310 Nm | Automatic | Rear Wheel Drive | 205 km/h | 9.0 s | 12.5 l/100km | 1 trim |
| 3.0L Petrol | 188 hp | 260 Nm | Automatic | Rear Wheel Drive | — | — | — | 1 trim |
| 3.0L Petrol | 188 hp | 260 Nm | Manual | Rear Wheel Drive | 203 km/h | 9.6 s | 10.9 l/100km | 1 trim |
| 3.0L Petrol | 180 hp | 255 Nm | Automatic | Rear Wheel Drive | — | — | — | 1 trim |
| 3.0L Petrol | 180 hp | 255 Nm | Manual | Rear Wheel Drive | 200 km/h | 9.7 s | 11.2 l/100km | 1 trim |
Each row is a distinct mechanical configuration — engine size, power output, transmission, drivetrain and fuel type — deduplicated across equipment trims that share the same engine. Trim-only differences (interior, wheels, options) do not create a separate row.