Mercedes Benz SL Class - Generation 5.3 (2009-2012)

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MERCEDES BENZ SL CLASS (2009-2012)

The third and final update of the SL Class gave the vehicle an aggressive front and the engines are upgraded. The top end AMG gets a new 6.2 which replaced the 5.5 V8.

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OWNERSHIP DETAILSSL 63 AMGSL 500SL 350
Years AvailableJanuary 2009-2012January 2009-2012January 2009-2012
ENGINE SPECS
EngineM156.984 6.2 DOHC 32V V8M273 5.5 DOHC 32V V8M272 3.5 DOHC 24V V6
Horsepower525hp @ 6,800rpm388hp @ 6,000rpm315hp @ 6,500rpm
Torque630Nm @ 5,200rpm530Nm @ 2,800-4,800rpm360Nm @ 4,900rpm
Fuel TypeGasoline/95 OctaneGasoline/95 OctaneGasoline/95 Octane
Fuel SystemElectronic Fuel InjectionElectronic Fuel InjectionElectronic Fuel Injection
Transmission7-Speed Automatic7-Speed Automatic7-Speed Automatic
Fuel Tank Capacity80 Liters80 Liters80 Liters
DIMENSIONS
Length4,605mm4,562mm4,562mm
Width1,820mm1,820mm1,820mm
Height1,298mm1,317mm1,317mm
Wheelbase2,560mm2,560mm2,560mm
Curb Weight1,970kg1,910kg1,820kg
Body Style2 Door Convertible/Coupe2 Door Convertible/Coupe2 Door Convertible/Coupe
Engine/Drive TypeFront Engine/Rear Wheel DriveFront Engine/Rear Wheel DriveFront Engine/Rear Wheel Drive
Seating222
SUSPENSION & TIRES
Front Suspension4 Link with ABC4 Link with ABC4 Link with ABC
Rear SuspensionMulti Link with ABCMulti Link with ABCMulti Link with ABC
Front BrakesVented Disc, Cross DrilledVented DiscVented Disc
Rear BrakesVented Disc, Cross DrilledVented DiscVented Disc
Tires255/39 R19 (Front), 285/30 R19 (Rear)255/40 R18 (Front), 285/35 R18 (Rear)255/45 R18 (Front), 285/35 R18 (Rear)
Wheels19 Inch Alloy18 Inch Alloy18 Inch Alloy
SAFETY
Airbags555
Anti-Lock BrakesYes, With Electronic Brakeforce Distribution and Brake AssistYes, With Electronic Brakeforce Distribution and Brake AssistYes, With Electronic Brakeforce Distribution, Brake Assist, and Adaptive Brake System
Traction/Stability ControlYes, Three Stage Electronic Stability Program with Race Start FunctionYes, Three Stage Electronic Stability Program with Race Start FunctionYes, Three Stage Electronic Stability Program with Race Start Function
Other Safety FeaturesAdds: NoneAdds: NoneTire Pressure Monitor System, Front and Rear Proximity Sensors
EXTERIOR
Fog LampsFront and RearFront and RearFront and Rear
Other Exterior FeaturesAdds: AMG Body Kit (Revised Front and Rear Bumpers, Side Skirts, and Rear Spoiler), Quad Exhaust PipesAdds: Active Automatic HID Headlamps, LED Exterior Lighting PackageAutomatic HID Headlamps, Rain Sensing Wipers, Side Mirror Signal Repeaters, Metal Power Folding Top, Dual Exhaust Pipes
INTERIOR
Steering Wheel AdjustmentTilt/TelescopicTilt/TelescopicTilt/Telescopic
Steering Wheel MaterialLeatherLeatherLeather
Seating AdjustmentPowerPowerPower
Seating MaterialSport LeatherSport LeatherSport Leather
Other Interior FeaturesAdds: AMG Instrumentation, AMG Drive Unit (Driver Performance Settings), Multi Contour SeatsAdds: NoneWood and Aluminum Accents, Aluminum Pedals and Door Sills, Bluetooth Hands Free Phone
CONVENIENCE FEATURES
Power AmenitiesSteering, Windows, Door Locks, Mirrors with Heat, Dim, and FoldSteering, Windows, Door Locks, Mirrors with Heat, Dim, and FoldSteering, Windows, Door Locks, Mirrors with Heat, Dim, and Fold
Climate ControlAutomatic, DualAutomatic, DualAutomatic, Dual
Audio SystemAM/FM/6 CD/DVD/MP3/USB/SD Card with 6.5 Inch LCD Screen COMAND System and LINGUATRONIC Voice Command SystemAM/FM/6 CD/DVD/MP3/USB/SD Card with 6.5 Inch LCD Screen COMAND System and LINGUATRONIC Voice Command SystemAM/FM/6 CD/DVD/MP3/USB/SD Card with 6.5 Inch LCD Screen COMAND System and LINGUATRONIC Voice Command System
Speakers12, Hardon Kardon12, Hardon Kardon12, Hardon Kardon
Steering Wheel ControlsYes, AudioYes, AudioYes, Audio
AlarmYesYesYes
Keyless EntryYes, Keyless Engine Start ButtonYes, Keyless Engine Start ButtonYes
NOTES
RIVALSBMW 6 Series Convertible