Mercedes-Benz SL (R230) · Facelift 2006
AMG SL 55 V8
517 hp5439 ccGasolineRWDAutomaticSuperchargedRoadster2006-2008
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Mercedes-Benz SL (R230) · Facelift 2006 AMG SL 55 V8vsMercedes-Benz SL (R230) · Facelift 2008 SL 600 V12
Compare specs, acceleration, fuel consumption, dimensions, practicality, and estimated running costs side by side.
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Mercedes-Benz SL (R230) · Facelift 2008
SL 600 V12
517 hp5513 ccGasolineRWDAutomaticTwin-turboRoadster2008-2011
Comparison overview
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Mercedes-Benz SL (R230) Facelift 2006 AMG SL 55 V8
- Quickest 0-100 km/h4.5 s
- Fastest top speed270 km/h168 mph Unrestricted250 km/h155 mph Restricted
- Most powerful517 hp386 kW
- Lightest1,885 kg4,156 lb
- Best power-to-weight274 hp/t205 kW/t3.6 kg/hp
- Lowest combined fuel consumption13.5 L/100 km17.4 mpg US20.9 mpg UK
- Lowest city consumption20.3 L/100 km11.6 mpg US13.9 mpg UK
- Lowest highway consumption9.6 L/100 km24.5 mpg US29.4 mpg UK
- Best estimated range593 km368 mi
- Largest trunk235 L
- Best overall score67/100
- Best performance score85/100
- Best economy score71/100
- Best practicality score30/100
Mercedes-Benz SL (R230) Facelift 2008 SL 600 V12
- Highest torque830 Nm612 lb-ft
Specification comparison
| Model | Mercedes-BenzSL (R230)Facelift 2006AMG SL 55 V8 | Mercedes-BenzSL (R230)Facelift 2008SL 600 V12 |
|---|---|---|
| Power | 517hp386kW | 517hp386kW |
| Torque | 720Nm531lb-ft | 830Nm612lb-ft |
| Curb weight | 1,885kg4,156lb | 1,970kg4,343lb |
| Gross weight | 2,205kg4,861lb | 2,320kg5,115lb |
| Top speed | Unrestricted 270 km/h168 mph Restricted 250 km/h155 mph Calculated | Unrestricted 270 km/h168 mph Restricted 250 km/h155 mph Calculated |
| To 99% top speed | 51.4s99% target: 267 km/h / 166 mph Calculated | 58.2s99% target: 267 km/h / 166 mph Calculated |
| 0-100 km/h | 4.5s | 4.5s |
| 0-200 km/h | 14.0s | 14.8s Calculated |
| 0-60 mph | 4.3s Calculated | 4.3s Calculated |
| Fuel consumption | 13.5L/100 km17.4mpg US20.9mpg UK | 13.9L/100 km16.9mpg US20.3mpg UK |
| Fuel consumption city | 20.3L/100 km11.6mpg US13.9mpg UK | 21.1L/100 km11.1mpg US13.4mpg UK |
| Fuel consumption highway | 9.6L/100 km24.5mpg US29.4mpg UK | 9.6L/100 km24.5mpg US29.4mpg UK |
| Quarter mile | 12.5s Calculated | 12.5s Calculated |
| Power-to-weight | 274hp/t205kW/t124hp/1000 lb Calculated | 262hp/t196kW/t119hp/1000 lb Calculated |
| Torque-to-weight | 382Nm/t256lb-ft/ton Calculated | 421Nm/t282lb-ft/ton Calculated |
| Estimated range | 593km368mi Calculated | 576km358mi Calculated |
| Displacement | 5,439cc332cu in | 5,513cc336cu in |
| Length | 4,532mm178in | 4,562mm180in |
| Width | 1,827mm72in | 1,820mm72in |
| Height | 1,298mm51in | 1,317mm52in |
| Wheelbase | 2,560mm101in | 2,560mm101in |
| Front track | 1,559mm61in | 1,559mm61in |
| Rear track | 1,537mm61in | 1,547mm61in |
| Trunk volume | 235L | 235L |
| Max trunk volume | 339L | 339L |
| Doors | 2 | 2 |
| Seats | 2 | 2 |
| Fuel tank | 80L | 80L |
Performance charts
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Dyno simulation
Estimated stock-style power and torque curves by engine speed.
Mercedes-Benz SL (R230) Facelift 2006 AMG SL 55 V8Mercedes-Benz SL (R230) Facelift 2008 SL 600 V12PowerTorque
- Mercedes-Benz SL (R230) Facelift 2006 AMG SL 55 V8: Power / Torque
- Mercedes-Benz SL (R230) Facelift 2008 SL 600 V12: Power / Torque
| Vehicle | Peak power RPM | Peak torque RPM | Max engine speed |
|---|---|---|---|
| Mercedes-BenzSL (R230)Facelift 2006AMG SL 55 V8 | 6,100 rpm | 2,600-4,000 rpm | 6,350 rpm |
| Mercedes-BenzSL (R230)Facelift 2008SL 600 V12 | 5,000 rpm | 1,900-3,500 rpm | 5,250 rpm |
Acceleration curve
Estimated speed over time for selected vehicles.
| Metric | Mercedes-BenzSL (R230)Facelift 2006AMG SL 55 V8 | Mercedes-BenzSL (R230)Facelift 2008SL 600 V12 |
|---|---|---|
| Acceleration checkpoints | ||
0-60 mph 0-97 km/h | 4.3 s | 4.3 s |
0-100 km/h 0-62 mph | 4.5 s | 4.5 s |
0-200 km/h 0-124 mph | 14.0 s | 14.8 s |
| Top speed | Unrestricted 270 km/h168 mph Restricted 250 km/h155 mph Limited | Unrestricted 270 km/h168 mph Restricted 250 km/h155 mph Limited |
| Drag race simulation | ||
60 ft 18 m | 2.2 s | 2.1 s |
330 ft 101 m | 5.5 s | 5.5 s |
1/8 mile 201 m | 8.2 s | 8.2 s |
1000 ft 305 m | 10.5 s | 10.6 s |
1/4 mile 402 m | 12.5 s | 12.5 s |
Trap speed 1/4 mile 402 m | 189 km/h 118 mph | 185 km/h 115 mph |
Power comparison
Bar comparison chart for Power. Higher is better · hp / kW
| Vehicle | Value |
|---|---|
| Mercedes-BenzSL (R230)Facelift 2006AMG SL 55 V8 | 517 hp 386 kW |
| Mercedes-BenzSL (R230)Facelift 2008SL 600 V12 | 517 hp 386 kW |
Torque comparison
Bar comparison chart for Torque. Higher is better · Nm / lb-ft
| Vehicle | Value |
|---|---|
| Mercedes-BenzSL (R230)Facelift 2006AMG SL 55 V8 | 720 Nm 531 lb-ft |
| Mercedes-BenzSL (R230)Facelift 2008SL 600 V12 | 830 Nm 612 lb-ft |
Curb weight comparison
Bar comparison chart for Curb weight. Lower is better · kg / lb
| Vehicle | Value |
|---|---|
| Mercedes-BenzSL (R230)Facelift 2006AMG SL 55 V8 | 1,885 kg 4,156 lb |
| Mercedes-BenzSL (R230)Facelift 2008SL 600 V12 | 1,970 kg 4,343 lb |
Top speed without limiter comparison
Bar comparison chart for Top speed without limiter. Higher is better · km/h / mph
| Vehicle | Value |
|---|---|
| Mercedes-BenzSL (R230)Facelift 2006AMG SL 55 V8 | Unrestricted 270 km/h168 mph Restricted 250 km/h155 mph |
| Mercedes-BenzSL (R230)Facelift 2008SL 600 V12 | Unrestricted 270 km/h168 mph Restricted 250 km/h155 mph |
0-100 km/h comparison
Bar comparison chart for 0-100 km/h. Lower is better · seconds
| Vehicle | Value |
|---|---|
| Mercedes-BenzSL (R230)Facelift 2006AMG SL 55 V8 | 4.5 s |
| Mercedes-BenzSL (R230)Facelift 2008SL 600 V12 | 4.5 s |
Fuel consumption comparison
Bar comparison chart for Fuel consumption. Lower is better · L/100 km / mpg US / mpg UK
| Vehicle | Value |
|---|---|
| Mercedes-BenzSL (R230)Facelift 2006AMG SL 55 V8 | 13.5 L/100 km 17.4 mpg US 20.9 mpg UK |
| Mercedes-BenzSL (R230)Facelift 2008SL 600 V12 | 13.9 L/100 km 16.9 mpg US 20.3 mpg UK |
Power-to-weight comparison
Bar comparison chart for Power-to-weight. Higher is better · hp/t / kW/t
| Vehicle | Value |
|---|---|
| Mercedes-BenzSL (R230)Facelift 2006AMG SL 55 V8 | 274 hp/t 205 kW/t 3.6 kg/hp |
| Mercedes-BenzSL (R230)Facelift 2008SL 600 V12 | 262 hp/t 196 kW/t 3.8 kg/hp |
Estimated range comparison
Bar comparison chart for Estimated range. Higher is better · km / mi
| Vehicle | Value |
|---|---|
| Mercedes-BenzSL (R230)Facelift 2006AMG SL 55 V8 | 593 km 368 mi |
| Mercedes-BenzSL (R230)Facelift 2008SL 600 V12 | 576 km 358 mi |
Performance spider chart
Radar chart comparing normalized performance and fuel-consumption scores.
| Vehicle | Power | Acceleration | Top speed |
|---|---|---|---|
| Mercedes-BenzSL (R230)Facelift 2006AMG SL 55 V8 | 517 hp 386 kW | 4.5 s | Unrestricted 270 km/h168 mph Restricted 250 km/h155 mph |
| Mercedes-BenzSL (R230)Facelift 2008SL 600 V12 | 517 hp 386 kW | 4.5 s | Unrestricted 270 km/h168 mph Restricted 250 km/h155 mph |
Most attractive quadrant
Scatter chart with performance score on the X axis and practicality score on the Y axis.
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| Mercedes-BenzSL (R230)Facelift 2006AMG SL 55 V8 |
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| Mercedes-BenzSL (R230)Facelift 2008SL 600 V12 |
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Performance vs fuel economy
Cars closer to the top-right corner combine stronger performance with better fuel economy scores.
| Vehicle | Performance score | Fuel economy score | ||||||
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| Mercedes-BenzSL (R230)Facelift 2006AMG SL 55 V8 |
| 13.5 L/100 km 17.4 mpg US 20.9 mpg UK | ||||||
| Mercedes-BenzSL (R230)Facelift 2008SL 600 V12 |
| 13.9 L/100 km 16.9 mpg US 20.3 mpg UK | ||||||
Mercedes-Benz SL (R230) Facelift 2006 AMG SL 55 V8 is closest to the top-right balance target for performance and fuel economy.
Acceleration vs fuel consumption
Cars closer to the lower-left corner offer a better mix of quick acceleration and low fuel consumption.
| Vehicle | Fuel consumption, L/100 km | 0-100 km/h, s |
|---|---|---|
| Mercedes-BenzSL (R230)Facelift 2006AMG SL 55 V8 | 13.5 L/100 km 17.4 mpg US 20.9 mpg UK | 4.5 s |
| Mercedes-BenzSL (R230)Facelift 2008SL 600 V12 | 13.9 L/100 km 16.9 mpg US 20.3 mpg UK | 4.5 s |
Power-to-weight vs fuel consumption
The shaded area favors higher power-to-weight with lower combined fuel consumption.
| Vehicle | Power-to-weight, hp/t | Fuel consumption, L/100 km |
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| Mercedes-BenzSL (R230)Facelift 2006AMG SL 55 V8 | 274 hp/t 205 kW/t 3.6 kg/hp | 13.5 L/100 km 17.4 mpg US 20.9 mpg UK |
| Mercedes-BenzSL (R230)Facelift 2008SL 600 V12 | 262 hp/t 196 kW/t 3.8 kg/hp | 13.9 L/100 km 16.9 mpg US 20.3 mpg UK |
Detailed score breakdown
| Vehicle | Mercedes-BenzSL (R230)Facelift 2006AMG SL 55 V8 | Mercedes-BenzSL (R230)Facelift 2008SL 600 V12 | ||||||||||||||||
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| Power | 517 hp 386 kW | 517 hp 386 kW | ||||||||||||||||
| Torque | 720 Nm 531 lb-ft | 830 Nm 612 lb-ft | ||||||||||||||||
| Acceleration | 4.5 s | 4.5 s | ||||||||||||||||
| Top speed | Unrestricted 270 km/h168 mph Restricted 250 km/h155 mph | Unrestricted 270 km/h168 mph Restricted 250 km/h155 mph | ||||||||||||||||
| Lightness | 1,885 kg 4,156 lb | 1,970 kg 4,343 lb | ||||||||||||||||
| Fuel consumption | 13.5 L/100 km 17.4 mpg US 20.9 mpg UK | 13.9 L/100 km 16.9 mpg US 20.3 mpg UK | ||||||||||||||||
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| Range score | 593 km 368 mi | 576 km 358 mi | ||||||||||||||||
| Trunk score | 235 L 8.3 cu ft | 235 L 8.3 cu ft | ||||||||||||||||
| Power-to-weight score | 274 hp/t 205 kW/t 3.6 kg/hp | 262 hp/t 196 kW/t 3.8 kg/hp | ||||||||||||||||
| Overall | Fixed score | Fixed score |
Fuel cost and annual usage
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| Vehicle | Mercedes-Benz SL (R230) Facelift 2006 AMG SL 55 V8 | Mercedes-Benz SL (R230) Facelift 2008 SL 600 V12 |
|---|---|---|
| Consumption | 13.5 L/100 km17.4 mpg US20.9 mpg UK | 13.9 L/100 km16.9 mpg US20.3 mpg UK |
| Cost / 100 km | 23.63 LC100 km | 24.33 LC100 km |
| Cost / 100 mi | 38.02 LC100 mi | 39.15 LC100 mi |
| Annual fuel used | 2,025 L535 US gal445 UK gal | 2,085 L551 US gal459 UK gal |
| Annual fuel cost | 3,544 LC/year | 3,649 LC/year |
Head-to-head comparisons
Mercedes-Benz SL (R230) Facelift 2006 AMG SL 55 V8
- Is 85 kg lighter
- Uses 0.4 L/100 km less fuel
- Has 12 hp/t better power-to-weight
- Has 17 km (11 mi) more estimated range
Pros
- Quickest 0-100 km/h in this comparison
- Highest top speed
- Most powerful
- Lightest
- Lowest combined fuel consumption
- Best power-to-weight ratio
- Best estimated range
- Largest trunk
Mercedes-Benz SL (R230) Facelift 2008 SL 600 V12
- Has 110 Nm more
Pros
- Highest torque
Cons
- Highest combined fuel consumption
- Heaviest
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