Mercedes SLS AMG

GT with gullwing doors, naturally aspirated V8 6.2

571 ch · 3.8 s (0-100) · 317 km/h · 2010

Identification

Body style / seats
2-seat coupé with gullwing doors + Roadster (conventional doors, fabric roof); aluminium structure (spaceframe)
Design / style centre
Mercedes-AMG
Assembly
Sindelfingen / Affalterbach (Germany) (engine built 'One Man, One Engine')
Production
series (2010–2014) · variants GT (591 hp), Black Series (631 hp), Electric Drive (751 hp, electric), GT Final Edition · last naturally aspirated Mercedes sports car

⚠️ Identification note. The SLS AMG is the first car designed entirely by AMG and the modern tribute to the 300 SL (with gullwing doors). 'SLS' = Super Leicht Sport. Not to be confused with the SLR McLaren (its predecessor, supercharged V8) nor with the original 300 SL. See section 10.

Powertrain

Engine
M159, V8 at 90°, 6 208 cc, naturally aspirated (derived from M156, badged '6.3')
Bore × stroke
n/a (n.c.)
Power
571 hp (420 kW / 563 hp) @ 6 800 rpm (GT: 591 hp; Black Series: 631 hp) — 'most powerful naturally aspirated production engine' at launch
Torque
650 Nm @ 4 750 rpm
Rev limit
≈ 7 200 rpm
Compression ratio
n/a (n.c.)
Fuel system
injection; naturally aspirated
Valve train
DOHC, 32 valves
Forced induction
naturally aspirated
Lubrication
dry sump (lowered centre of gravity)
Layout
front-mid, longitudinal
Engine distinctions
revised intake, reworked camshafts, tubular manifolds, free-flow exhaust

Transmission

Gearbox
7-speed dual-clutch (Getrag), rear-mounted (transaxle)
Architecture
rear transaxle
Differential
limited-slip
Driven wheels
rear-wheel drive
Associated systems
driving modes (C/S/S+/M)

Performance

0–100 km/h
3,8 s
0–200 km/h
n/a (n.c.)
Top speed
317 km/h (limited)
Reference circuit
n/a (n.c.)

Chassis & suspension

Chassis / materials
aluminium spaceframe + aluminium body panels
Rigidity
high
Front/rear suspension
aluminium double wishbones (AMG Ride Control optional)
Steering
rack and pinion, power-assisted
Braking
high-performance ventilated discs; carbon-ceramic optional
Front/rear tyres
265/35 R19 / 295/30 R20
Front/rear wheels
19″/20″

Aerodynamics

Cd
n/a (n.c.)
Downforce
retractable rear spoiler — figures not disclosed
Devices
active rear wing, diffuser; vented bonnet
Methodology
n/a (n.c.)

Dimensions, weight & capacities

L × W × H
4 638 × 1 939 × 1 262 mm
Wheelbase
2 680 mm · Front/rear track: n/a
Ground clearance
low · Overhangs: n/a
Kerb weight
≈ 1 620 kg (DIN) · Dry weight not separately stated
Weight distribution
47% front / 53% rear
Centre of gravity
low (dry sump, rearward engine position)
Fuel tank
≈ 85 L · Boot: limited

Electronics & vehicle dynamics

Dynamic controls
ESP (3 levels), ABS, ASC, limited-slip differential
Driving modes
AMG Controller (C / S / S+ / M)
ECU / software architecture
AMG engine management

Fuel consumption & emissions

Fuel consumption
≈ 13,2 L/100 km (combined)
CO₂
high (à confirmer)
Standard
Euro 5

Lineage & positioning

Replaces
Mercedes-Benz SLR McLaren
Replaced by
Mercedes-AMG GT (2014)
Reference competitors
Ferrari 458 / 599, Porsche 911 Turbo / GT2, Audi R8 V10, Aston Martin DBS

Not to be confused with: 300 SL (1954–1963) — the original gullwing ancestor (source of inspiration) SLR McLaren — predecessor (supercharged V8) Variants: GT (591 hp), Black Series (631 hp), Electric Drive (751 hp, EV), Roadster (no gullwing doors), GT Final Edition → last naturally aspirated Mercedes of this type

Collectability & valuation

Rarity
production model, but Black Series (631 hp), Electric Drive and GT Final Edition highly sought after; gullwing doors (desirability factor)
Desirability
first full AMG, naturally aspirated V8 6,2 (sound), 300 SL tribute, Affalterbach craftsmanship; original specification and low mileage are key factors; values rising (especially Black Series)
Points to watch
specialist V8 servicing, DCT clutch, costly ceramic discs; originality and full history essential; gullwing door mechanism
Valuation
on request (price range + comparables + sources + date; significant Black Series premium)

Mercedes SLS AMG

Coût d'immatriculation de ce véhicule

Montants dus à l'immatriculation, calculés depuis les caractéristiques homologuées de ce véhicule. Estimations indicatives, hors frais de dossier propres à chaque pays.
PaysÀ l'immatriculation
Tchéquie0 €aucune taxe de mise en circulation ; un droit d’émission reste dû sous Euro 3
France0 €malus écologique à l’import, décoté selon l’ancienneté
Allemagne50 € – 100 €frais administratifs seuls : aucune taxe liée au CO₂
Italie1 534 € – 1 976 €assise sur la seule puissance, majorée selon la province
Suède0 €taxe supprimée en 2001 ; une taxe annuelle reste due
Roumanie0 €taxe supprimée en 2017 ; impôt annuel local dû l’année suivante

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