Body style: Convertible (spider/spyder, cabrio/cabriolet, drop/open/soft top)
Segment: Coupe Cabrio
Production years: 2008, 2009, 2010, 2011
The fifth generation of the SL had few AMG special products in its lineup. Before the mid-life cycle facelift had a supercharged 5.4 V8 unit, which was replaced in 2008 with the bigger 6.2-liter V8 unit. For some, it sound like a downgrade, but the new, naturally aspirated engine, was rev-happy. The SL 63 AMG wasn't slow at all. The 525 hp and the 630 Nm (465 lb-ft) of torque are good values. It had a new, 7-speed Automatic AMG Speedshift (dual-clutch), compared with the 5-speed automatic gearbox from the SL 55. But the fact is that the new SL63 was slower with 0.1 seconds in the 0-100 kph (0-62 mph) sprint than the model it replaced.
The SL 63 AMG braking system is matching the engine performance. The front wheels are equipped with internally ventilated, perforated 360 x 36-mm composite disc brakes with six-piston aluminum callipers, while at the rear comes from internally ventilated, perforated 330 x 26-mm brake discs with four-piston fixed callipers.
On the exterior, the new front grille evokes the first SL, from 1955, with a horizontal chromed line and the big, three-star badge in the middle. The retractable hardtop (marketed as Vario Roof) was featured on the vehicle.
The standard specification also includes nappa upholstery, carbon-fibre trim and AMG sports seats. The optional AIRSCARF neck-level heating system is a new addition. For entertainment, the SL 63 AMG featured NTG 2.5 telematics system.
ENGINE SPECS - 6.2 V8 7AT (525 HP) | |
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Cylinders: | V8 |
Displacement: | 6208 cm3 |
Power: | 386 KW @ 6800 RPM 525 HP @ 6800 RPM 518 BHP @ 6800 RPM |
Torque: | 465 lb-ft @ 5200 RPM 630 Nm @ 5200 RPM |
Fuel System: | Multipoint Injection |
Fuel: | Gasoline |
PERFORMANCE SPECS | |
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Top Speed: | 155.3 mph (250 km/h) |
Acceleration 0-62 Mph (0-100 kph): | 4.6 s |
TRANSMISSION SPECS | |
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Drive Type: | Rear Wheel Drive |
Gearbox: | Automatic, 7 Speed With AMG Speedshift |
BRAKES SPECS | |
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Front: | Ventilated Discs |
Rear: | Ventilated Discs |
TIRES SPECS | |
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Tire Size: | 255/35 R19 (Front) - 285/30 R19 (Rear) |
DIMENSIONS | |
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Length: | 178.5 in (4534 mm) |
Width: | 71.9 in (1826 mm) |
Height: | 51 in (1295 mm) |
Front/rear Track: | 61.8/61.1 in (1,570/1,552 mm) |
Wheelbase: | 100.8 in (2560 mm) |
Cargo Volume: | 8.3 cuFT (235 L) |
Aerodynamics (Cd): | 0.3 |
WEIGHT SPECS | |
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Unladen Weight: | 4321 lbs (1960 kg) |
Gross Weight Limit: | 4861 lbs (2205 kg) |
FUEL ECONOMY (NEDC) | |
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City: | 11.6 mpg US (20.3 L/100Km) |
Highway: | 26 mpg US (9 L/100Km) |
Combined: | 18 mpg US (13.1 L/100Km) |
CO2 Emissions: | 330 g/km |