Body style: Convertible (spider/spyder, cabrio/cabriolet, drop/open/soft top)
Segment: Coupe Cabrio
Infotainment: Apple CarPlay Android Auto
Production years: 2021, 2022, 2023, 2024
While its predecessors were designed by Mercedes-Benz, the 2022 model-year, R231, was developed from the ground up by MB's motorsport division, Mercedes-AMG.
After almost seven decades on the market, the SL became one of the best-known products from Mercedes-Benz. But all those times, it was mainly a GT and less of a sports car. The R231 promised to change all that. When AMG designed the car, it started with a blank sheet of paper. The only known attributes were the engine and the gearbox.
To save some weight, AMG made the car with a retractable soft-top instead of the metallic one used on the previous generation. In addition, the long wheelbase and short overhangs were needed for better high-speed cornering behavior. A Panamericana grille with vertical slats and the three-pointed-star badge in the middle confirmed the AMG status. In the lower part of the bumper, the carmaker placed e set of air scoops, either for engine or brake-discs cooling.
The cockpit was a breathtaking view, with a blend of technology and keen attention to detail. For example, there were four turbine-style vents on the dashboard and a big infotainment screen for the MBUX system. For the driver, Mercedes-AMG installed a TFT display instead of analog dials and showed various information there to make their lives easier.
Like other SL generations, the R231 provided room for four occupants, with a set of seats in the back. Those were placed there primarily for tax-income reasons or for small bags or dogs since they couldn't accommodate passengers taller than 1.5 m (4.9 ft).
For the drivetrain, AMG planned two versions, both being all-wheel-drive. It is a novelty for the SL range, but it was a better choice since the base model provided 476 hp.
ENGINE SPECS - SL 55 4MATIC+ V8 9AT (476 HP) | |
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Cylinders: | V8 |
Displacement: | 3982 cm3 |
Power: | 350.1 KW @ 5500-6500 RPM 476 HP @ 5500-6500 RPM 469 BHP @ 5500-6500 RPM |
Torque: | 516 lb-ft @ 2250-4500 RPM 700 Nm @ 2250-4500 RPM |
Fuel System: | Turbocharged Direct Injection |
Fuel: | Gasoline |
Fuel capacity: | 18.5 gallons (70.0 L) |
PERFORMANCE SPECS | |
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Top Speed: | 183 mph (295 km/h) |
Acceleration 0-62 Mph (0-100 kph): | 3.9 s |
TRANSMISSION SPECS | |
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Drive Type: | All Wheel Drive |
Gearbox: | 9-speed automatic AMG Speepshift |
BRAKES SPECS | |
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Front: | Ventilated discs |
Rear: | Ventilated Discs |
TIRES SPECS | |
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Tire Size: | 265/40 ZR 20 // 295/35 ZR 20 |
DIMENSIONS | |
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Length: | 185.2 in (4704 mm) |
Width: | 75.4 in (1915 mm) |
Height: | 53.3 in (1354 mm) |
Front/rear Track: | 65.4/64 in (1,661/1,626 mm) |
Wheelbase: | 106.3 in (2700 mm) |
Cargo Volume: | 7.5 cuFT (212 L) |
Turning circle: | 42.1 ft (12.8 m) |
WEIGHT SPECS | |
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Unladen Weight: | 4299 lbs (1950 kg) |
FUEL ECONOMY (WLTP) | |
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Combined: | 18.5 mpg US (12.7 L/100Km) |
CO2 Emissions (Combined): | 288 g/km |
ENGINE SPECS - SL 63 4MATIC+ V8 9AT (585 HP) | |
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Cylinders: | V8 |
Displacement: | 3982 cm3 |
Power: | 430.3 KW @ 5500-6500 RPM 585 HP @ 5500-6500 RPM 577 BHP @ 5500-6500 RPM |
Torque: | 590 lb-ft @ 2500-5000 RPM 800 Nm @ 2500-5000 RPM |
Fuel System: | Turbocharged Direct Injection |
Fuel: | Gasoline |
Fuel capacity: | 18.5 gallons (70.0 L) |
PERFORMANCE SPECS | |
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Top Speed: | 196 mph (315 km/h) |
Acceleration 0-62 Mph (0-100 kph): | 3.6 s |
TRANSMISSION SPECS | |
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Drive Type: | All Wheel Drive |
Gearbox: | 9-speed automatic AMG Speepshift |
BRAKES SPECS | |
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Front: | Ventilated discs |
Rear: | Ventilated Discs |
TIRES SPECS | |
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Tire Size: | 265/40 ZR 20 // 295/35 ZR 20 |
DIMENSIONS | |
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Length: | 185.2 in (4704 mm) |
Width: | 75.4 in (1915 mm) |
Height: | 53.3 in (1354 mm) |
Front/rear Track: | 65.4/64 in (1,661/1,626 mm) |
Wheelbase: | 106.3 in (2700 mm) |
Cargo Volume: | 7.5 cuFT (212 L) |
Turning circle: | 42.1 ft (12.8 m) |
WEIGHT SPECS | |
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Unladen Weight: | 4343 lbs (1970 kg) |
FUEL ECONOMY (WLTP) | |
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Combined: | 18.5 mpg US (12.7 L/100Km) |
CO2 Emissions (Combined): | 288 g/km |
ENGINE SPECS - SL 43 9AT RWD (381 HP) | |
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Cylinders: | L4 |
Displacement: | 1991 cm3 |
Power: | 280.2 KW @ 6750 RPM 381 HP @ 6750 RPM 376 BHP @ 6750 RPM |
Torque: | 354 lb-ft @ 3250-5000 RPM 480 Nm @ 3250-5000 RPM |
Electrical motor power: | 10.3 kw (14 hp) |
Fuel System: | Turbocharged Direct Injection |
Fuel: | Mild Hybrid |
Fuel capacity: | 18.5 gallons (70.0 L) |
PERFORMANCE SPECS | |
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Top Speed: | 171 mph (275 km/h) |
Acceleration 0-62 Mph (0-100 kph): | 4.9 s |
TRANSMISSION SPECS | |
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Drive Type: | Rear Wheel Drive |
Gearbox: | 9-speed automatic AMG Speepshift |
BRAKES SPECS | |
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Front: | Ventilated discs |
Rear: | Ventilated Discs |
TIRES SPECS | |
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Tire Size: | 255/45 R19 // 285/40 R19 |
DIMENSIONS | |
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Length: | 185.2 in (4704 mm) |
Width: | 75.4 in (1915 mm) |
Height: | 53.3 in (1354 mm) |
Front/rear Track: | 65.4/64 in (1,661/1,626 mm) |
Wheelbase: | 106.3 in (2700 mm) |
Cargo Volume: | 7.5 cuFT (212 L) |
Turning circle: | 42.1 ft (12.8 m) |
WEIGHT SPECS | |
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Unladen Weight: | 3990 lbs (1810 kg) |
Gross Weight Limit: | 4729 lbs (2145 kg) |
FUEL ECONOMY (WLTP) | |
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Combined: | 26.4 mpg US (8.9 L/100Km) |
CO2 Emissions (Combined): | 201 g/km |