Mercedes-Benz R230

Mercedes-Benz R230
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The R230 generation of the Mercedes-Benz SL-Class was introduced at the 2001 Frankfurt Motor Show and 2001 Bologna Motor Show, replacing the R129. The R230 underwent revisions in 2006 and 2008, and was superseded by the new R231 SL-Class in 2011.

Technical data
ManufacturerMercedes-Benz
Body typeSedan

Engine variants

Different engine versions of the Mercedes-Benz R230 (from registration data). 4 variants.

Engine variants for Mercedes-Benz R230
EngineFuelTransmissionTop speedEconomyModel year
2.3 l ยท 4-cylโ€“โ€“168 km/hโ€“โ€“
2.3 l ยท 6-cylโ€“โ€“โ€“โ€“โ€“
2.7 l ยท 5-cylโ€“โ€“113 km/hโ€“โ€“
2.9 l ยท 5-cylโ€“โ€“145 km/hโ€“โ€“

Source: RDW (NL). European engine variants.

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Recalls & safety

No recorded recalls for the Mercedes-Benz R230 in EU Safety Gate or NHTSA (US).

Sources: EU Safety Gate (European market) and NHTSA (US market). See all Mercedes-Benz recalls.