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2012 Mercedes-Benz SLS AMG Coupe

The 2012 Mercedes-Benz SLS AMG Coupe is a 563-hp 6.2-liter V8 coupe with an amg speedshift dct 7-speed dual-clutch and rear-wheel drive. It is rated at 16 mpg combined.

Spec Value
Engine
Engine TypeNaturally Aspirated V8
Displacement6.21 L
Horsepower563 hp @ 6,800 rpm
Torque479 lb-ft @ 4750 rpm
Redline7,200 rpm
ValvetrainDOHC, 4 valves/cylinder
Bore and Stroke102.1 x 94.5
Compression Ratio11.3:1
Drivetrain
Drive TypeRear-Wheel Drive
Transmission
TransmissionAMG SPEEDSHIFT DCT 7-speed dual-clutch (rear transaxle)
1st Gear3.39 (46 mph **)
2nd Gear2.19 (72 mph **)
3rd Gear1.63 (97 mph **)
4th Gear1.29 (122 mph **)
5th Gear1.03 (153 mph **)
6th Gear0.84 (187 mph **)
7th Gear0.72 (219 mph **)
Reverse2.79
Final Drive3.67
Fuel Economy
City14 MPG
Highway20 MPG
Combined16 MPG
Suspension
Front SuspensionAluminum double wishbone, anti-dive, coil springs, gas-filled shock absorbers, stabilizer bar
Rear SuspensionAluminum double wishbone, anti-squat and anti-dive, coil springs, gas-filled shock absorbers, stabilizer bar
Turning Diameter39 ft
Brakes
Front Brake Disc15.4 in dia × 1.42 in thick, ventilated/perforated
Rear Brake Disc14.2 in dia × 1.02 in thick, ventilated/perforated
Tires & Wheels
Wheels Front9.5J x 19 in
Wheels Rear11J x 20 in
Tires Front265/35 R19
Tires Rear295/30 R20
Dimensions & Weight
Length182.6 in
Width76.3 in
Height49.69 in
Wheelbase105.5 in
Front Track66.2 in
Rear Track65 in
Cargo Volume6.2 ft³
Curb Weight3,573 lbs
Interior
Headroom Front39.1 in
Legroom Front41.7 in
Shoulder Room Front58.4 in
** Theoretical max speed per gear at redline
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