The Mercedes-Benz SLS AMG stands as a modern legend, a car that fuses supercar performance with timeless elegance and German precision engineering. Introduced as the spiritual successor to the classic 300SL Gullwing, the SLS captures that same spirit of innovation and exclusivity while delivering the raw power and sophistication expected from Mercedes-AMG. With its naturally aspirated 6.2L V8 engine, gullwing doors, and meticulously crafted interior, the SLS AMG represents the pinnacle of performance luxury.
A defining feature of the SLS AMG, its signature gullwing doors pay homage to the original 1950s 300SL, offering dramatic aesthetics and instant recognition.
At its core lies a 6.2-liter naturally aspirated V8, hand-built by a single AMG master technician in Affalterbach, Germany, delivering up to 563 horsepower and 479 lb-ft of torque.
With its incredible power-to-weight ratio and aerodynamic design, the SLS rockets from 0–60 mph in just 3.7 seconds, offering performance worthy of the world’s best supercars.
Constructed from lightweight aluminum, the frame enhances both rigidity and agility, ensuring precision handling without sacrificing strength.
The AMG SPEEDSHIFT DCT provides lightning-fast gear shifts and adaptability across multiple driving modes, from relaxed cruising to full-throttle performance.
The AMG Adaptive Performance Suspension allows drivers to fine-tune the car’s responsiveness for comfort or aggressive track-level control.
Inside, the SLS surrounds occupants with premium leather, carbon-fiber accents, and high-end finishes, blending opulence with race-bred functionality.
Produced from 2010 to 2014, the SLS AMG’s limited numbers make it a collector’s dream, appreciated for its craftsmanship, performance, and heritage.
Model Changes
(First Generation)
2010–2015
Engine: 6.2L Naturally Aspirated V8. Horsepower: 563 hp. Torque: 479 lb-ft. Transmission: 7-Speed AMG SPEEDSHIFT Dual-Clutch. 0–60 mph: 3.7 seconds. Top Speed: ~197 mph. Chassis: Lightweight Aluminum Space Frame. Drive Type: Rear-Wheel Drive. Body Styles: Coupe (Gullwing) and Roadster.
