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Technical data and dimensions for the SLS AMG

Engine and performance [1]
Cylinder arrangement/number V8
Displacement (cc) 6208
Rated output (kW [hp] at rpm) – (420/6800)
Rated torque (Nm at rpm) – (650/4750)
Compression ratio 11.3 : 1
Acceleration 0-100 km/h (s) – (3.8)
Top speed (km/h) – (317)
Power transmission
Drive system Rear drive
Transmissions – (AMG SPEEDSHIFT DCT 7-speed sports transmission)
Mechanical transmission ratios –
Automatic transmission ratios 3.40/2.19/1.63/1.29/1.03/0.84/0.72/R 2.79
Final drive transmission ratio 3.67
Fuel and consumption [2]
Tank capacity/with reserve (l) 85/14
Fuel consumption, urban (l/100km) – (19.9)
Fuel consumption, extra-urban (l/100km) – (9.3)
Fuel consumption combined (l/100km) – (13.2)
CO2 emissions (g/km) combined – (308)
Cd value 0.36
Emission class – (EU5)
Chassis (standard) & wheels
Front axle Aluminium double wishbone axle
Rear axle Aluminium double wishbone axle
Suspension, front/rear Coil springs, gas-filled shock absorbers/coil springs, gas-filled shock absorbers
Front tyres/wheels 265/35 R19
Rear tyres/wheels 265/35 R19
Steering Rack-and-pinion speed-sensitive power steering system, steering shock absorber
Front brake Discs, internally ventilated and perforated
Rear brakes Discs, internally ventilated and perforated
Dimensions & weights
Kerb weight/payload capacity (kg) [3] – (1695/240)
Perm. GVW (kg) – (1935)
Maximum roof load (kg) -
Boot capacity (VDA) (I) 176
Turning circle (m) 11.9
Permitted towing capacity unbraked/braked (kg) –

    Changes to the technical data may have been made since the publication date of 15 March 2010.

    Figures in brackets apply to vehicles with automatic transmission.

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        Information on the official fuel consumption figures and the official specific CO2 emissions for new passenger cars is provided in the publication "Leitfaden über den Kraftstoffverbrauch und die CO2-Emissionen neuer Personenkraftwagen" ["Guidelines on fuel consumption and CO2 emissions for new passenger cars"], which is available free of charge from all sales outlets and from Deutsche Automobil Treuhand GmbH.


          [1] Figures for rated output and rated torque in accordance with Directive 80/1269/EEC in the currently applicable version.

          [2] The figures shown for fuel consumption and CO2 emissions were obtained in accordance with the prescribed measuring process (Directive 80/1268/EEC in the currently applicable version). The figures do not apply to a specific vehicle and do not constitute part of the product offer. They are provided solely for the purpose of comparing different models.

          [3] Figures for kerb weight according to Directive 92/21/EC, version 95/48/EC (kerb weight with fuel tank 90% full, driver, 68 kg, and luggage, 7 kg) for standard-specification vehicles. Optional extras and accessories will generally increase this figure and reduce the payload capacity accordingly.

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