Mercedes SL 2001 350 2002

Mercedes SL 2001 3.7 petrol description

Cabrio Mercedes SL 2001 350 2002 has been produced from October, 2002 to January, 2006. It has six-cylinder petrol engine with displacement of 3.7 litres, which produces power of 245 horsepower on 5750 rpm and torque 350 Nm (Newton metres) on 3000 revolutions per minute.

This 6-cylinder 18-valve engine camshaft is driven by chain (What is an engine chain and belt? ). Engine has fuel injection system, this is an atmospheric engine (without turbine). Engine versions compliant with Euro 3 and Euro 4 emission standards available. Engine lifespan (mileage before major repairs or overhaul) can last from 320 up to 540 thousand kilometres. Remember that engine life depends on regular maintenance and the quality of the materials used (oils, fuels, etc.).
More engine specs 
This Mercedes SL 3.7 engine oil type is 5W-30 and oil capacity is 7.5 litres.

Mercedes SL 2001 350 2002 has classical rear wheel drive (RWD) and manual gearbox with 6 gears.
Mercedes SL 2001 350 2002 accelerates to speed 100 kilometres per hour in 7.2 seconds. The maximum speed of this car is 250 km/h.

Mercedes SL 2001 350 2002 fuel consumption is 11.5 litres per 100km in combined city/highway mode (8.7 km/l) - this is the most fuel efficient Mercedes SL 2001 - 2006 version, city fuel economy - 17.2 l/100km, fuel consumption on highway - 8.3 l/100km. Fuel tank capacity is 80 litres or 21.14 gallons, which gives a mileage up to 680 kilometers without refueling in urban cycle and even up to 960 kilometers on highway.
According to user reviews, the real everyday fuel consumption of this Mercedes is in line with the figure specified by the manufacturer. More - Real Mercedes SL fuel consumption.

With the same engine there is also Mercedes SL version with automatic gearbox (Mercedes SL 3.7 350 2002 Automatic AT) available, which manufacturer's fuel consumption is higher by 0.2 litres per 100 km or 2 % - 11.7 litres per 100 km, whereas users reported real fuel consumption is similar - 11.5 litres per 100 km.
Mercedes SL 2001

Mercedes SL 2001 350 2002 technical data

Model: Mercedes SL 350 2002
Body style: Cabrio
Production period: 2002. October ... 2006. January 
Engine: 3724 cm3 Petrol, 6 cylinders CO2 emissions: 276 g/km
Power: 245 HP ON 5750 RPM Torque: 350 NM ON 3000 RPM
Gearbox: Manual gearbox (6 gears) Drive type: Rear wheel drive (RWD)
Top speed: 250 km/h Acceleration 0-100 km/h: 7.2 seconds
Fuel consumption (l/100km): 11.5 (combined) 17.2 (urban) 8.3 (highway)
Real fuel consumption: 11.5 l/100km (20.5 MPG) by user reviews from various sources
Fuel tank capacity: 80 litres (21.1 gallons)
Car dimensions: 4.54m (length) 1.82m (width) 1.30m (height)
Turning diameter: 11 meters
Seats: 2 seats
Trunk capacity: 235 litres
Trunk max capacity: 317 litres (with rear seats folded down)
Gross weight: 2050 kg

Mercedes SL 2001 350 2002 engine M112 E37

Engine reliability:

Overall, this engine can last around 320,000 to 540,000 km if properly maintained, using the correct quality oil and fuel, and carrying out regular checks and maintenance.
The engine has hydraulic valve tappets (lifters), which provide quieter operation and do not require periodic adjustment, but are more complex in design and can cause serious engine damage in the event of failure.
Engine displacement 3724 cm3
Number of cylinders 6
Bore (cylinder diameter) 97 mm
Stroke length (piston move) 84 mm
Compression ratio 10 : 1
Camshaft drive Timing chain

Chain motors are considered more reliable, chain replacement usually is required less often than a timing belt, but they are often louder and vibrate more.

Fuel system Injection
Mercedes SL 2001 350 2002 oil type 5W-30
Oil capacity 7.5 litres (7.9 quarts)
Coolant capacity 10.8 litres (11.4 quarts)
Power 231 - 245 HP ON 5750 RPM
Torque 345 - 350 NM ON 3000 RPM
Start of production (year) 1997
Duration of production 10 years
Engine also used on Mercedes ML Mercedes S klase

Generally, the use of an engine in several models and its long production run is an indication of the quality of the engine and the success of its design.

All Mercedes SL cabrio [2001 - 2006] modifications

Modification Engine Power Consumption Gearbox
Mercedes SL 3.7 350 2002 Oct 2002 — Jan 2006

Most fuel efficient version
Only version with manual transmission

3.7 Petrol 245 HP 11.5 l/100km Manual (6)
Mercedes SL 3.7 350 2002 Automatic Oct 2002 — Jan 2006

Most fuel efficient version by real consumption

3.7 Petrol 245 HP 11.7 l/100km Automatic (5)
Mercedes SL 5.0 500 2001 Nov 2001 — Feb 2004 5.0 Petrol 306 HP 12.7 l/100km Automatic (5)
Mercedes SL 5.0 500 2004 Jan 2004 — Jan 2006 5.0 Petrol 306 HP 12.7 l/100km Automatic (7)
Mercedes SL 5.4 55 2002 AMG Jan 2002 — Feb 2003

Most dynamic version - 100 km/h in 4.7 seconds

5.4 Petrol 476 HP 14.2 l/100km Automatic (5)
Mercedes SL 5.4 55 2003 AMG Jan 2003 — Jan 2006

Most dynamic version - 100 km/h in 4.7 seconds

5.4 Petrol 500 HP 13.5 l/100km Automatic (5)
Mercedes SL 2003 5.5 SL 600 V12 Jan 2003 — Dec 2006

Most dynamic version - 100 km/h in 4.7 seconds

5.5 Petrol 500 HP 14.4 l/100km Automatic (5)
Mercedes SL 6.0 600 2003 Jan 2003 — Jan 2006

Most dynamic version - 100 km/h in 4.7 seconds

6.0 Petrol 500 HP 15.1 l/100km Automatic (5)
Mercedes SL 2001 reviews
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