Mercedes SL 1998 280 1998

Mercedes SL 1998 2.8 petrol description

Cabrio Mercedes SL 1998 280 1998 has been produced from June, 1998 to November, 2001. It has six-cylinder petrol engine with displacement of 2.8 litres, which produces power of 204 horsepower on 5700 rpm and torque 270 Nm (Newton metres) on 3000 revolutions per minute.

This 6-cylinder 18-valve engine camshaft is driven by double-row 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 290 up to 480 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 2.8 engine oil type is 5W-30 and oil capacity is 7.5 litres.

Mercedes SL 1998 280 1998 has classical rear wheel drive (RWD) and manual gearbox with 5 gears.
Mercedes SL 1998 280 1998 accelerates to speed 100 kilometres per hour in 9.7 seconds. The maximum speed of this car is 232 km/h.

Mercedes SL 1998 280 1998 fuel consumption is 10.7 litres per 100km in combined city/highway mode (9.3 km/l) - this is the most fuel efficient Mercedes SL 1998 - 2001 version, city fuel economy - 15.7 l/100km, fuel consumption on highway - 7.8 l/100km. Fuel tank capacity is 80 litres or 21.14 gallons, which gives a mileage up to 740 kilometers without refueling in urban cycle and even up to 1020 kilometers on highway.

With the same engine there is also Mercedes SL version with automatic gearbox (Mercedes SL 2.8 280 1998 Automatic AT) available, which manufacturer's fuel consumption is similar - 10.8 litres per 100 km.
Mercedes SL 1998

Mercedes SL 1998 280 1998 technical data

Model: Mercedes SL 280 1998
Body style: Cabrio
Production period: 1998. June ... 2001. November 
Engine: 2799 cm3 Petrol, 6 cylinders CO2 emissions: 251 g/km
Power: 204 HP ON 5700 RPM Torque: 270 NM ON 3000 RPM
Gearbox: Manual gearbox (5 gears) Drive type: Rear wheel drive (RWD)
Top speed: 232 km/h Acceleration 0-100 km/h: 9.7 seconds
Fuel consumption (l/100km): 10.7 (combined) 15.7 (urban) 7.8 (highway)
Fuel tank capacity: 80 litres (21.1 gallons)
Car dimensions: 4.50m (length) 1.81m (width) 1.29m (height)
Turning diameter: 10.7 meters
Seats: 2 seats
Trunk capacity: 265 litres
Gross weight: 2130 kg

Mercedes SL 1998 280 1998 engine M112 E28

Engine reliability:

Overall, this engine can last around 290,000 to 480,000 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 2799 cm3
Number of cylinders 6
Bore (cylinder diameter) 89.9 mm
Stroke length (piston move) 73.5 mm
Compression ratio 10 : 1
Camshaft drive Double-row 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 1998 280 1998 oil type 5W-30
Oil capacity 7.5 litres (7.9 quarts)
Coolant capacity 11.8 litres (12.5 quarts)
Power 197 - 204 HP ON 5700 RPM
Torque 265 - 270 NM ON 3000 RPM
Start of production (year) 1997
Duration of production 10 years

Often in the first years of production, engines tend to have various constructive problems, so it is recommended to choose a car with this engine from 2000 onwards.

Engine also used on Mercedes E klase

All Mercedes SL cabrio [1998 - 2001] modifications

Modification Engine Power Consumption Gearbox
Mercedes SL 2.8 280 1998 Jun 1998 — Nov 2001

Most fuel efficient version
Only version with manual transmission

2.8 Petrol 204 HP 10.7 l/100km Manual (5)
Mercedes SL 2.8 280 1998 Automatic Jun 1998 — Nov 2001 2.8 Petrol 204 HP 10.8 l/100km Automatic (5)
Mercedes SL 3.2 320 1998 Jun 1998 — Nov 2001

Most fuel efficient version by real consumption

3.2 Petrol 224 HP 11.0 l/100km Automatic (5)
Mercedes SL 5.0 500 1998 Jun 1998 — Nov 2001 5.0 Petrol 306 HP 12.5 l/100km Automatic (5)
Mercedes SL 1999 5.4 AMG SL 55 V8 Jan 1999 — Dec 2001 5.4 Petrol 354 HP 12.8 l/100km Automatic (5)
Mercedes SL 6.0 600 1998 Jun 1998 — Nov 2001 6.0 Petrol 394 HP 15.5 l/100km Automatic (5)
Mercedes SL 1999 7.3 AMG SL 73 V12 Jan 1999 — Dec 2001

Most dynamic version - 100 km/h in 4.8 seconds

7.3 Petrol 525 HP 15.9 l/100km Automatic (5)
Mercedes SL 1998 reviews
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