2012-2020 SL-Class OverviewMercedes SL-Class Overview (2012 - 2020)
R231
Tech Specs Summary
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- 155 - 186 mph
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- 4.0 - 5.9 seconds
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- 302 - 621 hp
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- 19.7 - 34.6 mpg
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- 3,715 - 4,299 lbs
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- 12.9 - 17.8 ft3
This generation of the Mercedes SL-Class (R231) was produced by the German manufacturer Mercedes between 2012 - 2020. It's a front engined rear-wheel drive Convertible and came in 2 body styles, for example the SL 63 AMG and SL 400. There are many power levels available, ranging from a 302 hp 3.5 L V6 gasoline engine all the way to a 621 hp 6 L V12 Bi-Turbo gasoline engine. It has multi-link suspension front and rear.
Performance Pick
If you're interested in performance, the best performance version of the SL-Class is the Mercedes SL 63 AMG Performance which scores 3.7★ on the encyCARpedia Rating system for performance. With total power at 556 hp and a power/weight ratio of 7.43 lb/hp it has a top speed of 186 mph and gets to 62 mph in 4.2 seconds.
Practicality Pick
If you're more interested in practicality, then the Mercedes SL 400 is the best practical all-rounder with a score of 2.6★ on the encyCARpedia Rating system for practicality. It has a range of 553 miles and can store 17.8 cubic feet of cargo.