Sports coupe, 2010–2014

Mercedes-Benz SLS AMG (C197) specifications

AMG's first fully in-house car and a modern gullwing, with a front-mid 6.2-litre V8 and a rear-mounted dual-clutch gearbox.

Mercedes-Benz SLS AMG
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563 hp
Power (420 kW at 6,800 rpm)
650 Nm
Torque (479 lb-ft)
3.8 s
0–100 km/h
317 km/h
Top speed

Full specifications

Mercedes-Benz SLS AMG (C197), Europe figures. Manufacturer claims.
Years2010–2014
ClassSports coupe
Engine6.2 L, M159
LayoutV8
AspirationNaturally aspirated
Power563 hp (420 kW)
Torque650 Nm (479 lb-ft)
Power at6,800 rpm
0–100 km/h3.8 s
Top speed317 km/h
DriveRWD (front-mid)
Gearbox7-speed dual-clutch
MarketEurope
  • Figures are manufacturer claims.
  • Weight and acceleration figures vary by source and trim, so they are left blank until we can cite them.

Spec card

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Mercedes-Benz SLS AMG spec card: 563 hp (420 kW), 650 Nm, 6.2-litre M159

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