Mercedes-Benz SL (R230)
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Mercedes-Benz SL (R230) SL 600 V12 · Stage 3vsMercedes-Benz SL (R230) SL 600 V12 · Stage 2vsMercedes-Benz SL (R230) SL 600 V12 · Stage 1vsMercedes-Benz SL (R230) SL 600 V12
Compare specs, acceleration, fuel consumption, dimensions, practicality, and estimated running costs side by side.
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SL 600 V12 (Stage 2)
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SL 600 V12 (Stage 1)
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SL 600 V12
Comparison overview
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Mercedes-Benz SL (R230) SL 600 V12 (Stage 3) 750 hp
- Quickest 0-100 km/h3.7 s
- Fastest top speed391 km/h243 mph
- Most powerful750 hp559 kW
- Highest torque1,240 Nm915 lb-ft
- Lightest1,950 kg4,299 lb
- Best power-to-weight385 hp/t287 kW/t2.6 kg/hp
- Lowest combined fuel consumption14.4 L/100 km16.3 mpg US19.6 mpg UK
- Lowest city consumption22.3 L/100 km10.5 mpg US12.7 mpg UK
- Lowest highway consumption9.9 L/100 km23.8 mpg US28.5 mpg UK
- Best estimated range556 km345 mi
- Largest trunk235 L
- Best overall score72/100
- Best performance score92/100
- Best economy score68/100
- Best practicality score30/100
Specification comparison
| Model | Mercedes-BenzSL (R230)SL 600 V12 (Stage 3)750 hp | Mercedes-BenzSL (R230)SL 600 V12 (Stage 2)650 hp | Mercedes-BenzSL (R230)SL 600 V12 (Stage 1)590 hp | Mercedes-BenzSL (R230)SL 600 V12500 hp |
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| Power | 750hp559kW+250 hp | 650hp485kW+150 hp | 590hp440kW+90 hp | 500hp373kW |
| Torque | 1,240Nm915lb-ft+440 Nm | 1,080Nm797lb-ft+280 Nm | 976Nm720lb-ft+176 Nm | 800Nm590lb-ft |
| Curb weight | 1,950kg4,299lb | 1,950kg4,299lb | 1,950kg4,299lb | 1,950kg4,299lb |
| Gross weight | 2,300kg5,071lb | 2,300kg5,071lb | 2,300kg5,071lb | 2,300kg5,071lb |
| Top speed | 391 km/h 243 mph | 372 km/h 231 mph | 360 km/h 224 mph | Unrestricted 270 km/h168 mph Restricted 250 km/h155 mph Calculated |
| To 99% top speed | 63.9s99% target: 387 km/h / 241 mph+4.4 s Calculated | 70.2s99% target: 368 km/h / 229 mph+10.6 s Calculated | 74.5s99% target: 356 km/h / 221 mph+14.9 s Calculated | 59.5s99% target: 267 km/h / 166 mph Calculated |
| 0-100 km/h | 3.7s-1.1 s | 4.0s-0.7 s | 4.2s-0.5 s | 4.7s |
| 0-200 km/h | 9.2s-6.2 s Calculated | 10.4s-4.9 s Calculated | 11.4s-4.0 s Calculated | 15.4s Calculated |
| 0-60 mph | 3.5s-1.0 s Calculated | 3.8s-0.7 s Calculated | 4.1s-0.4 s Calculated | 4.5s Calculated |
| Fuel consumption | 14.4L/100 km16.3mpg US19.6mpg UK | 14.4L/100 km16.3mpg US19.6mpg UK | 14.4L/100 km16.3mpg US19.6mpg UK | 14.4L/100 km16.3mpg US19.6mpg UK |
| Fuel consumption city | 22.3L/100 km10.5mpg US12.7mpg UK | 22.3L/100 km10.5mpg US12.7mpg UK | 22.3L/100 km10.5mpg US12.7mpg UK | 22.3L/100 km10.5mpg US12.7mpg UK |
| Fuel consumption highway | 9.9L/100 km23.8mpg US28.5mpg UK | 9.9L/100 km23.8mpg US28.5mpg UK | 9.9L/100 km23.8mpg US28.5mpg UK | 9.9L/100 km23.8mpg US28.5mpg UK |
| Quarter mile | 11.1s-1.7 s Calculated | 11.6s-1.2 s Calculated | 11.9s-0.8 s Calculated | 12.7s Calculated |
| Power-to-weight | 385hp/t287kW/t174hp/1000 lb Calculated | 333hp/t249kW/t151hp/1000 lb Calculated | 303hp/t226kW/t137hp/1000 lb Calculated | 256hp/t191kW/t116hp/1000 lb Calculated |
| Torque-to-weight | 636Nm/t425lb-ft/ton Calculated | 554Nm/t371lb-ft/ton Calculated | 501Nm/t335lb-ft/ton Calculated | 410Nm/t275lb-ft/ton Calculated |
| Estimated range | 556km345mi Calculated | 556km345mi Calculated | 556km345mi Calculated | 556km345mi Calculated |
| Displacement | 5,513cc336cu in | 5,513cc336cu in | 5,513cc336cu in | 5,513cc336cu in |
| Length | 4,535mm179in | 4,535mm179in | 4,535mm179in | 4,535mm179in |
| Width | 1,827mm72in | 1,827mm72in | 1,827mm72in | 1,827mm72in |
| Height | 1,298mm51in | 1,298mm51in | 1,298mm51in | 1,298mm51in |
| Wheelbase | 2,560mm101in | 2,560mm101in | 2,560mm101in | 2,560mm101in |
| Front track | 1,559mm61in | 1,559mm61in | 1,559mm61in | 1,559mm61in |
| Rear track | 1,537mm61in | 1,537mm61in | 1,537mm61in | 1,537mm61in |
| Trunk volume | 235L | 235L | 235L | 235L |
| Max trunk volume | 317L | 317L | 317L | 317L |
| Doors | 2 | 2 | 2 | 2 |
| Seats | 2 | 2 | 2 | 2 |
| Fuel tank | 80L | 80L | 80L | 80L |
Performance charts
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Dyno simulation
Estimated stock-style power and torque curves by engine speed.
- Mercedes-Benz SL (R230) SL 600 V12 (Stage 3) 750 hp: Power / Torque
- Mercedes-Benz SL (R230) SL 600 V12 (Stage 2) 650 hp: Power / Torque
- Mercedes-Benz SL (R230) SL 600 V12 (Stage 1) 590 hp: Power / Torque
- Mercedes-Benz SL (R230) SL 600 V12 500 hp: Power / Torque
| Vehicle | Peak power RPM | Peak torque RPM | Max engine speed |
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| Mercedes-BenzSL (R230)SL 600 V12 (Stage 3)750 hp | 5,000 rpm | 1,800-3,600 rpm | 5,250 rpm |
| Mercedes-BenzSL (R230)SL 600 V12 (Stage 2)650 hp | 5,000 rpm | 1,800-3,600 rpm | 5,250 rpm |
| Mercedes-BenzSL (R230)SL 600 V12 (Stage 1)590 hp | 5,000 rpm | 1,800-3,600 rpm | 5,250 rpm |
| Mercedes-BenzSL (R230)SL 600 V12500 hp | 5,000 rpm | 1,800-3,600 rpm | 5,250 rpm |
Acceleration curve
Estimated speed over time for selected vehicles.
| Metric | Mercedes-BenzSL (R230)SL 600 V12 (Stage 3)750 hp | Mercedes-BenzSL (R230)SL 600 V12 (Stage 2)650 hp | Mercedes-BenzSL (R230)SL 600 V12 (Stage 1)590 hp | Mercedes-BenzSL (R230)SL 600 V12500 hp |
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| Acceleration checkpoints | ||||
0-60 mph 0-97 km/h | 3.5 s | 3.8 s | 4.1 s | 4.5 s |
0-100 km/h 0-62 mph | 3.7 s | 4.0 s | 4.2 s | 4.7 s |
0-200 km/h 0-124 mph | 9.2 s | 10.4 s | 11.4 s | 15.4 s |
0-200 mph 0-322 km/h | 23.1 s | 28.9 s | 34.2 s | - |
| Top speed | 391 km/h 243 mph | 372 km/h 231 mph | 360 km/h 224 mph | Unrestricted 270 km/h168 mph Restricted 250 km/h155 mph Limited |
| Drag race simulation | ||||
60 ft 18 m | 2.0 s | 2.1 s | 2.1 s | 2.2 s |
330 ft 101 m | 5.1 s | 5.3 s | 5.4 s | 5.6 s |
1/8 mile 201 m | 7.5 s | 7.8 s | 8.0 s | 8.4 s |
1000 ft 305 m | 9.4 s | 9.9 s | 10.2 s | 10.8 s |
1/4 mile 402 m | 11.1 s | 11.6 s | 11.9 s | 12.7 s |
Trap speed 1/4 mile 402 m | 225 km/h 140 mph | 213 km/h 132 mph | 206 km/h 128 mph | 184 km/h 114 mph |
Power comparison
Bar comparison chart for Power. Higher is better · hp / kW
| Vehicle | Value |
|---|---|
| Mercedes-BenzSL (R230)SL 600 V12 (Stage 3)750 hp | 750 hp 559 kW |
| Mercedes-BenzSL (R230)SL 600 V12 (Stage 2)650 hp | 650 hp 485 kW |
| Mercedes-BenzSL (R230)SL 600 V12 (Stage 1)590 hp | 590 hp 440 kW |
| Mercedes-BenzSL (R230)SL 600 V12500 hp | 500 hp 373 kW |
Mercedes-Benz SL (R230) SL 600 V12 (Stage 3) 750 hp has 250 hp more than Mercedes-Benz SL (R230) SL 600 V12 500 hp.
The biggest power difference is between Mercedes-Benz SL (R230) SL 600 V12 500 hp and Mercedes-Benz SL (R230) SL 600 V12 (Stage 3) 750 hp: 250 hp (186 kW).
Torque comparison
Bar comparison chart for Torque. Higher is better · Nm / lb-ft
| Vehicle | Value |
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| Mercedes-BenzSL (R230)SL 600 V12 (Stage 3)750 hp | 1,240 Nm 915 lb-ft |
| Mercedes-BenzSL (R230)SL 600 V12 (Stage 2)650 hp | 1,080 Nm 797 lb-ft |
| Mercedes-BenzSL (R230)SL 600 V12 (Stage 1)590 hp | 976 Nm 720 lb-ft |
| Mercedes-BenzSL (R230)SL 600 V12500 hp | 800 Nm 590 lb-ft |
Curb weight comparison
Bar comparison chart for Curb weight. Lower is better · kg / lb
| Vehicle | Value |
|---|---|
| Mercedes-BenzSL (R230)SL 600 V12 (Stage 3)750 hp | 1,950 kg 4,299 lb |
| Mercedes-BenzSL (R230)SL 600 V12 (Stage 2)650 hp | 1,950 kg 4,299 lb |
| Mercedes-BenzSL (R230)SL 600 V12 (Stage 1)590 hp | 1,950 kg 4,299 lb |
| Mercedes-BenzSL (R230)SL 600 V12500 hp | 1,950 kg 4,299 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)SL 600 V12 (Stage 3)750 hp | 391 km/h 243 mph |
| Mercedes-BenzSL (R230)SL 600 V12 (Stage 2)650 hp | 372 km/h 231 mph |
| Mercedes-BenzSL (R230)SL 600 V12 (Stage 1)590 hp | 360 km/h 224 mph |
| Mercedes-BenzSL (R230)SL 600 V12500 hp | 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 |
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| Mercedes-BenzSL (R230)SL 600 V12 (Stage 3)750 hp | 3.7 s |
| Mercedes-BenzSL (R230)SL 600 V12 (Stage 2)650 hp | 4.0 s |
| Mercedes-BenzSL (R230)SL 600 V12 (Stage 1)590 hp | 4.2 s |
| Mercedes-BenzSL (R230)SL 600 V12500 hp | 4.7 s |
The biggest 0-100 km/h difference is between Mercedes-Benz SL (R230) SL 600 V12 (Stage 3) 750 hp and Mercedes-Benz SL (R230) SL 600 V12 500 hp: 1.1 s.
The closest cars by acceleration are Mercedes-Benz SL (R230) SL 600 V12 (Stage 2) 650 hp and Mercedes-Benz SL (R230) SL 600 V12 (Stage 1) 590 hp, separated by only 0.3 s.
Fuel consumption comparison
Bar comparison chart for Fuel consumption. Lower is better · L/100 km / mpg US / mpg UK
| Vehicle | Value |
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| Mercedes-BenzSL (R230)SL 600 V12 (Stage 3)750 hp | 14.4 L/100 km 16.3 mpg US 19.6 mpg UK |
| Mercedes-BenzSL (R230)SL 600 V12 (Stage 2)650 hp | 14.4 L/100 km 16.3 mpg US 19.6 mpg UK |
| Mercedes-BenzSL (R230)SL 600 V12 (Stage 1)590 hp | 14.4 L/100 km 16.3 mpg US 19.6 mpg UK |
| Mercedes-BenzSL (R230)SL 600 V12500 hp | 14.4 L/100 km 16.3 mpg US 19.6 mpg UK |
Power-to-weight comparison
Bar comparison chart for Power-to-weight. Higher is better · hp/t / kW/t
| Vehicle | Value |
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| Mercedes-BenzSL (R230)SL 600 V12 (Stage 3)750 hp | 385 hp/t 287 kW/t 2.6 kg/hp |
| Mercedes-BenzSL (R230)SL 600 V12 (Stage 2)650 hp | 333 hp/t 249 kW/t 3.0 kg/hp |
| Mercedes-BenzSL (R230)SL 600 V12 (Stage 1)590 hp | 303 hp/t 226 kW/t 3.3 kg/hp |
| Mercedes-BenzSL (R230)SL 600 V12500 hp | 256 hp/t 191 kW/t 3.9 kg/hp |
Estimated range comparison
Bar comparison chart for Estimated range. Higher is better · km / mi
| Vehicle | Value |
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| Mercedes-BenzSL (R230)SL 600 V12 (Stage 3)750 hp | 556 km 345 mi |
| Mercedes-BenzSL (R230)SL 600 V12 (Stage 2)650 hp | 556 km 345 mi |
| Mercedes-BenzSL (R230)SL 600 V12 (Stage 1)590 hp | 556 km 345 mi |
| Mercedes-BenzSL (R230)SL 600 V12500 hp | 556 km 345 mi |
Performance spider chart
Radar chart comparing normalized performance and fuel-consumption scores.
| Vehicle | Power | Acceleration | Top speed |
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| Mercedes-BenzSL (R230)SL 600 V12 (Stage 3)750 hp | 750 hp 559 kW | 3.7 s | 391 km/h 243 mph |
| Mercedes-BenzSL (R230)SL 600 V12 (Stage 2)650 hp | 650 hp 485 kW | 4.0 s | 372 km/h 231 mph |
| Mercedes-BenzSL (R230)SL 600 V12 (Stage 1)590 hp | 590 hp 440 kW | 4.2 s | 360 km/h 224 mph |
| Mercedes-BenzSL (R230)SL 600 V12500 hp | 500 hp 373 kW | 4.7 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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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)SL 600 V12 (Stage 3)750 hp |
| 14.4 L/100 km 16.3 mpg US 19.6 mpg UK | ||||||
| Mercedes-BenzSL (R230)SL 600 V12 (Stage 2)650 hp |
| 14.4 L/100 km 16.3 mpg US 19.6 mpg UK | ||||||
| Mercedes-BenzSL (R230)SL 600 V12 (Stage 1)590 hp |
| 14.4 L/100 km 16.3 mpg US 19.6 mpg UK | ||||||
| Mercedes-BenzSL (R230)SL 600 V12500 hp |
| 14.4 L/100 km 16.3 mpg US 19.6 mpg UK | ||||||
Mercedes-Benz SL (R230) SL 600 V12 (Stage 3) 750 hp 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 |
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| Mercedes-BenzSL (R230)SL 600 V12 (Stage 3)750 hp | 14.4 L/100 km 16.3 mpg US 19.6 mpg UK | 3.7 s |
| Mercedes-BenzSL (R230)SL 600 V12 (Stage 2)650 hp | 14.4 L/100 km 16.3 mpg US 19.6 mpg UK | 4.0 s |
| Mercedes-BenzSL (R230)SL 600 V12 (Stage 1)590 hp | 14.4 L/100 km 16.3 mpg US 19.6 mpg UK | 4.2 s |
| Mercedes-BenzSL (R230)SL 600 V12500 hp | 14.4 L/100 km 16.3 mpg US 19.6 mpg UK | 4.7 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)SL 600 V12 (Stage 3)750 hp | 385 hp/t 287 kW/t 2.6 kg/hp | 14.4 L/100 km 16.3 mpg US 19.6 mpg UK |
| Mercedes-BenzSL (R230)SL 600 V12 (Stage 2)650 hp | 333 hp/t 249 kW/t 3.0 kg/hp | 14.4 L/100 km 16.3 mpg US 19.6 mpg UK |
| Mercedes-BenzSL (R230)SL 600 V12 (Stage 1)590 hp | 303 hp/t 226 kW/t 3.3 kg/hp | 14.4 L/100 km 16.3 mpg US 19.6 mpg UK |
| Mercedes-BenzSL (R230)SL 600 V12500 hp | 256 hp/t 191 kW/t 3.9 kg/hp | 14.4 L/100 km 16.3 mpg US 19.6 mpg UK |
Detailed score breakdown
| Vehicle | Mercedes-BenzSL (R230)SL 600 V12 (Stage 3)750 hp | Mercedes-BenzSL (R230)SL 600 V12 (Stage 2)650 hp | Mercedes-BenzSL (R230)SL 600 V12 (Stage 1)590 hp | Mercedes-BenzSL (R230)SL 600 V12500 hp | ||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||
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| Power | 750 hp 559 kW | 650 hp 485 kW | 590 hp 440 kW | 500 hp 373 kW | ||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||
| Torque | 1,240 Nm 915 lb-ft | 1,080 Nm 797 lb-ft | 976 Nm 720 lb-ft | 800 Nm 590 lb-ft | ||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||
| Acceleration | 3.7 s | 4.0 s | 4.2 s | 4.7 s | ||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||
| Top speed | 391 km/h 243 mph | 372 km/h 231 mph | 360 km/h 224 mph | Unrestricted 270 km/h168 mph Restricted 250 km/h155 mph | ||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||
| Lightness | 1,950 kg 4,299 lb | 1,950 kg 4,299 lb | 1,950 kg 4,299 lb | 1,950 kg 4,299 lb | ||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||
| Fuel consumption | 14.4 L/100 km 16.3 mpg US 19.6 mpg UK | 14.4 L/100 km 16.3 mpg US 19.6 mpg UK | 14.4 L/100 km 16.3 mpg US 19.6 mpg UK | 14.4 L/100 km 16.3 mpg US 19.6 mpg UK | ||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||
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| Range score | 556 km 345 mi | 556 km 345 mi | 556 km 345 mi | 556 km 345 mi | ||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||
| Trunk score | 235 L 8.3 cu ft | 235 L 8.3 cu ft | 235 L 8.3 cu ft | 235 L 8.3 cu ft | ||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||
| Power-to-weight score | 385 hp/t 287 kW/t 2.6 kg/hp | 333 hp/t 249 kW/t 3.0 kg/hp | 303 hp/t 226 kW/t 3.3 kg/hp | 256 hp/t 191 kW/t 3.9 kg/hp | ||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||
| Overall | Fixed score | Fixed score | Fixed score | Fixed score |
Fuel cost and annual usage
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| Vehicle | Mercedes-Benz SL (R230) SL 600 V12 (Stage 3) 750 hp | Mercedes-Benz SL (R230) SL 600 V12 (Stage 2) 650 hp | Mercedes-Benz SL (R230) SL 600 V12 (Stage 1) 590 hp | Mercedes-Benz SL (R230) SL 600 V12 500 hp |
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| Consumption | 14.4 L/100 km16.3 mpg US19.6 mpg UK | 14.4 L/100 km16.3 mpg US19.6 mpg UK | 14.4 L/100 km16.3 mpg US19.6 mpg UK | 14.4 L/100 km16.3 mpg US19.6 mpg UK |
| Cost / 100 km | 25.20 LC100 km | 25.20 LC100 km | 25.20 LC100 km | 25.20 LC100 km |
| Cost / 100 mi | 40.56 LC100 mi | 40.56 LC100 mi | 40.56 LC100 mi | 40.56 LC100 mi |
| Annual fuel used | 2,160 L571 US gal475 UK gal | 2,160 L571 US gal475 UK gal | 2,160 L571 US gal475 UK gal | 2,160 L571 US gal475 UK gal |
| Annual fuel cost | 3,780 LC/year | 3,780 LC/year | 3,780 LC/year | 3,780 LC/year |
Head-to-head comparisons
Mercedes-Benz SL (R230) SL 600 V12 (Stage 3) 750 hp
- Has 100 hp more
- Has 160 Nm more
- Is 0.3 s quicker from 0-100 km/h
- Has 19 km/h (12 mph) higher top speed
- Has 51 hp/t better power-to-weight
Pros
- Quickest 0-100 km/h in this comparison
- Highest top speed
- Most powerful
- Highest torque
- Lightest
- Lowest combined fuel consumption
- Best power-to-weight ratio
- Best estimated range
- Largest trunk
Mercedes-Benz SL (R230) SL 600 V12 (Stage 2) 650 hp
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