Mercedes-Benz SLS AMG I

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The Mercedes-Benz SLS AMG I (2010–2015): dimensions, weights, reliability and the official figures of its 20 versions in the European Union, the United Kingdom, France, the United States, and Canada.

Model codes: C197, R197

Dimensions, weights and capacity

Specification	Europe	North America	Wikipedia
Dimensions
Length	4,640 mm RDW	4,640 mm TC	–
Width	1,940 mm RDW	1,910–1,940 mm TC	–
Height	1,260 mm RDW	1,260 mm TC	–
Wheelbase	2,680 mm RDW	2,680 mm TC	–
Front track	1,678–1,705 mm ASTRA	1,680 mm TC	–
Rear track	1,649–1,691 mm ASTRA	1,650 mm TC	–
Weights and towing
Kerb weight	1,595–1,635 kg RDW	1,620–1,735 kg TC	1,620–1,735 kg
Mass in running order	1,695–1,735 kg RDW	–	–
Gross vehicle weight	1,935–1,960 kg RDW	–	–
Seats and space
Seats	2 RDW	–	–
Doors	2 RDW	–	–
Boot space	–	–	173–176 L
Fuel tank	–	–	85 L
Performance
Top speed	317 km/h RDW	–	250–320 km/h
Torque	635–1,000 Nm ASTRA	–	635–1,000 Nm

Tyre sizes (most common first): 255/35R19, 265/35R19, 295/30R20

Ranges cover the generation’s versions and body styles; European and North American versions can differ. Sources: RDW type approvals (Netherlands), Transport Canada vehicle specifications, ASTRA type approvals (Switzerland), Wikipedia (en, de, fr, ja, es, pl, cs, sv), Traficom type approvals (Finland). Wikipedia figures are used under CC BY-SA 4.0.

Reliability and owner reports

UK MOT: first-time pass rate by age

Age at test	Pass rate	UK average	Tests
9–12 years	96.9% (95.2–98.0)	77.9%	606

What the MOT finds

Area	This model	UK average, same ages
Tyres	11.4%	31.2%
Lights and electrics	2.3%	17.6%
Brakes	2.1%	27.3%
Visibility (glass, mirrors, wipers)	1.8%	8.4%
Noise, emissions and leaks	1.2%	7.6%

First MOT test of each car per year in 2022–2024, from the DVSA’s anonymised test results; only ages with at least 500 tests are shown. The figure in brackets is the 95% confidence interval; green or red means clearly above or below the UK average. The second table shows how often an item was noted (defect or advisory) in each area, against the UK average for cars of the same ages. DVSA anonymised MOT tests (Open Government Licence)

Owner complaints to NHTSA (US)

12 complaints for model years 2011–2014.

Complaints are reported by owners and not checked by NHTSA; they are not adjusted for how many cars were sold, so popular models have more. NHTSA owner complaints

All 20 versions of the Mercedes-Benz SLS AMG I

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European Union 5 versions

New cars registered in the EU (plus Norway and Iceland), from the European Environment Agency. Figures on the NEDC procedure until 2020 and on WLTP from 2021; versions are grouped by engine and power, with their number of registrations.

Years and version	Engine	Power	Fuel	CO₂	EU registrations
2012–2015	6.2 L	435 kW (591 PS)	Petrol	308 g/km	717
2013–2015	6.2 L	464 kW (631 PS)	Petrol	321 g/km	264
2011–2015	6.2 L	420 kW (571 PS)	Petrol	308 g/km	5,052
2014	–	–	Petrol	311 g/km	10
2010	6.2 L	–	Petrol	308 g/km	2,986

United Kingdom 4 versions

New cars on sale in the UK, from the Vehicle Certification Agency. NEDC figures until 2018 and WLTP figures after; years are the editions a version appeared in.

Years and version	Engine	Fuel	Gearbox	Consumption (combined)	CO₂
2013–2014SLS AMG GT with 20" rear wheels · SLS AMG with 20" rear wheels	6.2 L	Petrol	Automatic	13.2 L/100 km NEDC	308 g/km
2014SLS AMG Black Series with 20" rear wheels	6.2 L	Petrol	Automatic	13.7 L/100 km NEDC	321 g/km
2012SLS AMG with 20 inch rear wheels	6.2 L	Petrol	7-speed automatic	13.2 L/100 km NEDC	308 g/km
2010SLS AMG	6.2 L	Petrol	7-speed automatic	13.2 L/100 km NEDC	308 g/km

France 7 versions

New cars on sale in France, from ADEME Car Labelling. NEDC figures until 2015, WLTP figures in the current catalogue.

Years and version	Engine	Power	Fuel	Gearbox	Consumption (combined)	CO₂
2015AMG GT S COUPE BVA7	–	375 kW (510 PS)	Petrol	7-speed automatic	9.4 L/100 km NEDC	219 g/km
2013–2014SLS AMG Electric Drive	Electric motor	220 kW (299 PS)	Electric	Automatic	–	–
2012–2014SLS AMG CABRIOLET BVA7	–	420 kW (571 PS)	Petrol	7-speed automatic	13.2 L/100 km NEDC	308 g/km
2012–2014SLS AMG COUPE BVA7	–	420 kW (571 PS)	Petrol	7-speed automatic	13.2 L/100 km NEDC	308 g/km
2013–2014SLS AMG GT CABRIOLET BVA7	–	435 kW (591 PS)	Petrol	7-speed automatic	13.2 L/100 km NEDC	308 g/km
2013–2014SLS AMG GT COUPE BVA7	–	435 kW (591 PS)	Petrol	7-speed automatic	13.2 L/100 km NEDC	308 g/km
2013–2014SLS AMG GT BLACK SERIES COUPE BVA7	–	464 kW (631 PS)	Petrol	7-speed automatic	13.7 L/100 km NEDC	321 g/km

United States 2 versions

Model years sold in the USA, from the EPA and the Department of Energy (fueleconomy.gov). MPG on the EPA test; litres per 100 km = 235.215 ÷ MPG.

Years and version	Engine	Fuel	Gearbox	Drive	Consumption (combined)	CO₂
2013–2015SIDI	6.2 L	Petrol	7-speed automated manual	Rear-wheel drive	14–15 MPG (15.7–16.8 L/100 km) EPA	366–387 g/km
2011–2012	6.2 L	Petrol	7-speed automated manual	Rear-wheel drive	16 MPG (14.7 L/100 km) EPA	345 g/km

Canada 2 versions

Model years sold in Canada, from Natural Resources Canada fuel consumption ratings (5-cycle test).

Years and version	Engine	Fuel	Gearbox	Consumption (combined)	CO₂
2015Two-seater	6.2 L	Petrol	7-speed automated manual	15.6 L/100 km 5-cycle	359 g/km
2011–2014Two-seater	6.2 L	Petrol	7-speed automatic	15.0–16.5 L/100 km 5-cycle	345–380 g/km

Similar models from other brands

Official figures are measured on standard test procedures and differ between markets. Your consumption depends on how, where and in what conditions you drive.