Mercedes-Benz SL (R107, facelift 1985) 420 SL V8 (218 Hp) Automatic 1985

General Information

Modification (Engine)

420 SL V8 (218 Hp) Automatic

Start of production

1985 year

Powertrain Architecture

Internal Combustion engine

Seats

Doors

End of production

1989 year

Engine

Dimensions

Rear (Back) track

1465 mm

Width

1790 mm

Height

1300 mm

Length

4390 mm

Front track

1461 mm

Minimum turning circle (turning diameter)

0.34

Wheelbase

2460 mm

Performance Characteristics

Fuel Type

Petrol (Gasoline)

Acceleration 0 - 100 km/h

8.5 sec

Weight-to-power ratio

7.3 kg/Hp, 136.3 Hp/tonne

Weight-to-torque ratio

4.8 kg/Nm, 206.3 Nm/tonne

Fuel consumption (economy) - urban

14.6 l

Fuel consumption (economy) - extra urban

9.3 l

Maximum speed

212 km/h

Volume and Weight

Max load

420 kg

Kerb Weight

1600 kg

Fuel tank capacity

85 l

Trunk (boot) space - maximum

261 l

Permitted trailer load without brakes

750 kg

Permitted trailer load with brakes (12%)

1500 kg

Max. weight

2020 kg

Transmission, Brakes and Suspension

Drivetrain Architecture

The Internal combustion engine (ICE) drives the rear wheels of the vehicle.

Drive wheel

Rear wheel drive

Number of gears and type of gearbox

4 gears, automatic transmission

Front suspension

Coil spring, Double wishbone, Transverse stabilizer

Rear suspension

Threaded twist beam, Transverse stabilizer, Coil spring

Front brakes

Ventilated discs, 284 mm

Rear brakes

Disc, 279 mm

Steering type

Cone worm with recirculation balls

Power steering

Hydraulic Steering

Wheel rims size

Front wheel rims: 7J x 15Rear wheel rims: 7J x 15

Tires size

Front wheel tires: 205/65 VR15Rear wheel tires: 205/65 VR15

Mercedes-Benz SL 420 SL V8 (218 Hp) Automatic