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)
Coût d'immatriculation de ce véhicule
| Pays | À l'immatriculation | |
|---|---|---|
| Tchéquie | 0 € | aucune taxe de mise en circulation ; un droit d’émission reste dû sous Euro 3 |
| France | 0 € | malus écologique à l’import, décoté selon l’ancienneté |
| Allemagne | 50 € – 100 € | frais administratifs seuls : aucune taxe liée au CO₂ |
| Italie | 1 534 € – 1 976 € | assise sur la seule puissance, majorée selon la province |
| Suède | 0 € | taxe supprimée en 2001 ; une taxe annuelle reste due |
| Roumanie | 0 € | taxe supprimée en 2017 ; impôt annuel local dû l’année suivante |
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