Mercedes - SL 500 - Brochure - 2009 - 2009

SL - Class Take - back of end - of - life vehicles. Coming full circle. At the end of its long life, you can return your SL - Class to us for environment friendly disposal in accordance with the EC End - Of - Life Vehicle Directive1. But that day lies a long way off. 1 Applies in accordance with national regulations to vehicles up to 3.5 tonnes gross weight. Mercedes - Benz passenger cars have met the statutory regulations governing the suitability of their design for reuse and recycling for a number of years now. A network of vehicle take - back depots and dismantlers has been established which will process your vehicle in an environment - friendly manner. The ways in which both vehicles and parts can be recovered are subject to ongoing development and improvement. Consequently, the SL - Class will be able to comply with any future increases in the recycling quota within the stipulated time limits. For further information, please call 00800 1 777 7777. Please note : changes may have been made to the product since this brochure went to press ( 04.09.2009 ). The manufacturer reserves the right to make changes to the design, form, colour and specification during the delivery period, provided these changes, while taking into account the interests of the vendor, can be deemed reasonable with respect to the purchaser. Where the vendor or the manufacturer uses symbols or numbers to describe an order or the subject of an order, no rights may be derived solely from these. The illustrations may show accessories and items of optional equipment which are not part of standard specification. Colours may differ slightly from those shown, owing to the limitations of the printing process. This brochure has been compiled by Daimler AG of Germany and is distributed internationally. It provides a general indication of the range of models, features, optional extras, colours and / or services available in various countries. Some of the models, features, optional extras, colours and / or services may not be available in your country, or may only be available in a different specification. Additionally some models, features, optional extras, colours and / or services may only be available in combination with others. For current and more specific information in relation to the range of models, features, optional extras, colours and / or services available in your country, and their pricing, you should contact your nearest authorised Mercedes - Benz Passenger Car Dealer. www.mercedes - benz.com Daimler AG, Stuttgart BC / MR 6701 · 0815 · 02- 03 / 1209 Printed in Germany SL - Class From the Mercedes - Benz dream factory Contents The SL 6 Agility BlueEFFICIENCY Engines Transmissions Suspension Direct - Steer system AIRSCARF 14 14 16 26 28 30 32 Comfort Vario - roof Interior Seating comfort SL 600 COMAND APS Surround sound system 34 34 36 40 42 44 46 Safety 48 AMG 54 My SL 66 Equipment Sports package Standard equipment Light - alloy wheels Seats Optional extras Genuine accessories designo 68 68 72 74 78 80 82 84 Colours and materials Paintwork Upholstery and leather Trim parts, wood and designo Combination options 90 90 92 94 95 Technical data 96 Services 98 About as close to heaven on earth as it gets How do you continue what is already a staggering success story ? Simple. By making things even better. This is also very much the philosophy behind the SL. With more powerful, more economical engines. With state - of - the - art Mercedes Benz technology. With design elements such as side gills painted in either silver (SL 600) or the vehicle colour (all other models). And with a sporty front section and rear end. Plus a choice of exclusive paint finishes and, to round it all off, a selection of attractive wheels. One thing is apparent right away : the new generation first celebrates and then builds upon the great achievements of the past. 4 Two letters are enough to write a legend: SL Brescia Mile 187 Mile 987 Mile 823 Mile 369 Mile 736 Mile 546 Rome It takes three days to cover the 1600 kilometres from Brescia in Lombardy to Rome and back, on roads which run through sleepy villages and across impressive piazzas. This is, of course, the route of the world’s most famous road race of all. We’re taking the SL back to the route on which its distinguished ancestor, another series-production roadster, made history back in 1955. Raced by the Fitch / Gesell Team, the 300 SL of more than half a century ago left all the favourite Italian models in the GT class above 1.6 litres trailing in its wake. And now we’re revisiting this culturally rich route in a roadster which sets new standards for refined driving and whose engine and chassis provide ample evidence that they are worthy of the legendary SL name. The design, appointments and sound of the roadster are as impressive to outside observers as they are to the driver. Now you can write the next chapter of the 300 SL Gullwing legend yourself. Such rare pieces of Mercedes-Benz history can still be acquired at www.mercedes - benz.de / classic The SL A sports car has to get under your skin to find its way to your heart When you’re leading the way, it’s nice to know you look good from behind Adrenaline – the only fuel you take on board whilst on the move 14 BlueEFFICIENCY – innovations for efficient mobility We do not pay lip service to protection of the environment. It’s a matter close to our hearts. As the inventor of the motor car, Mercedes - Benz has a special responsibility – one we have undertaken with all our might for many years. We can already offer you 66 models that place far less of a burden on the environment – without having to compromise on safety, comfort and driving enjoyment. dynamic and energy - management measures to minimise fuel consumption. Such measures include intelligently controlled ancillaries, tyres with optimised rolling resistance, the ECO start / stop function, lightweight components and an aerodynamically optimised body design. All in all, these measures allow substantial savings to be made : fuel consumption and, therefore, CO2 emissions are reduced by up to 23 %. ( CDI ). It combines optimised combustion with a modular emission - control system, all of which makes BlueTEC an exceptionally clean diesel technology. Not only does it remove up to 95 % of the particulate from the exhaust gases, it also reduces nitrogen oxides by up to 90 %. All that remains is water, harmless nitrogen and the satisfying feeling of having helped to ease the burden on the environment. Our BlueEFFICIENCY concept comprises innovations for efficient mobility as well as optimised processes all the way along the value chain. They involve different approaches, but they all have a common goal : to make your individual mobility as sustainable as possible. BlueTEC – the clean diesel. Mercedes - Benz has brought to market BlueTEC technology for diesel engines based on common - rail direct injection HYBRID – the intelligent combination of petrol and electric drive. A well - established team makes a lot of things easier. And this is certainly The BlueEFFICIENCY measures bring about a substantial BlueTEC filters out up to 95 % of the particulate and converts up reduction in fuel consumption and CO2 emissions to 90 % of the nitrogen oxides into harmless nitrogen The BlueEFFICIENCY measures – the Mercedes Benz efficiency package. The BlueEFFICIENCY measures are comprehensive vehicle optimisations which save fuel and, therefore, ease the burden on the environment. Each model combines the most efficient engine with optimal aero- Agility | BlueEFFICIENCY true in the case of HYBRID technology. During braking, the electric motor supplies the battery with kinetic energy. When needed, this energy is forwarded to the electric drive, which assists the petrol engine when the car is accelerating. What’s more, the ECU shuts off the petrol engine when the speed falls below 15 km/h. In this way, a HYBRID can reduce fuel consumption by up to 20 %. So it looks after the environment as well as your bank balance. Perfect teamwork, you might say. HYBRID technology reduces fuel consumption by up to 20 % BlueTEC HYBRID – clean diesel combined with electric drive. BlueTEC HYBRID technology marries the benefits of HYBRID technology with those of BlueTEC technology : during braking, the kinetic energy is converted into electrical energy, which can be re - used when required. At the same time, the BlueTEC technology cleans the exhaust gases and removes most of the pollutants. Innovative drive systems that break new ground. Concept BlueZERO F - CELL, E - CELL and E - CELL PLUS. Mercedes - Benz has developed three fur- BlueTEC HYBRID combines clean diesel technology with electric drive, and will be available from 2012 15 ther drive concepts with an electric motor and a battery for storing energy as part of its close - to production Concept BlueZERO : E - CELL with an electric motor, which only draws its energy from the battery ; E - CELL PLUS with a battery and an internal combustion engine ( Range Extender ) ; and F - CELL with an additional fuel cell for generating power. But that is not all : under the banner “Design for Environment”, we also look at a vehicle’s entire lifecycle – from planning to recycling. The same applies to the building and running of new factories. In addition, Mercedes - Benz is involved in the development of alternative fuels and carries out research in the field of bionics. In short, BlueEFFICIENCY is good news for both you and the environment. Further information about our comprehensive measures can be found at : www.mercedes - benz.com / blueefficiency Agility | SL 300 17 A show of strength at the filling station as well as out on the road SL 300 420 1100 The SL 300 makes no compromises when it comes to driving enjoyment. The 6-cylinder unit developing 170 kW boasts a peak torque of 300 Nm. What’s more, it is exceptionally torquey between 2500 and 5000 rpm. 900 340 700 260 170 kW 500 180 300 Nm 300 100 20 100 0 As you get in and start the engine, your pulse quickens. And that’s the way it stays. Even after the drive. The feel-good factor continues when you look at the fuel gauge. That’s because the SL 300 is extremely economical on fuel – not least thanks to a longer rear-axle ratio of 3.07. 2500 5000 7500 Engine speed (rpm) Torque (Nm) Output (kW) Agility | SL 350 19 Prepare to power through SL 350 The only thing you may have difficulty doing with your SL 350 is leaving it alone. The mere act of starting the 6-cylinder engine developing 232 kW and a peak torque of 360 Nm sets your pulse racing immediately. Acceleration on the road is equally impressive : from 0 to 100 km / h in just 6.2 seconds. The sports engine draws its enormous power reserves from the depths of its 3498 - cc displacement thanks to a higher compression ratio and the new cylinder head with an optimised intake duct. Furthermore, enhanced air supply and airflow have a positive effect on combustion as well as being two of the principal reasons behind the SL 350 model’s outstanding flexibility, lower fuel consumption and reduced CO2 emissions. The smooth - running powerplant produces a full and rich note. Indeed, the SL 350 sounds just as a true V6 sports car should, with visual confirmation provided by the red V on the engine itself. 1100 420 900 340 700 232 kW 260 180 500 360 Nm 100 300 20 100 0 2500 5000 7500 Engine speed ( rpm ) Torque ( Nm ) Output ( kW ) Agility | SL 500 21 A virtuoso V8 performance The power announces itself with an unmistakable 8-cylinder baritone. You can feel the sheer potential of the SL 500 the moment the engine is started. The maximum output of 285 kW is achieved with a level of refinement that is almost without parallel. And with a peak torque of 530 Nm, the SL sprints effortlessly from 0 to 100 km / h in 5.4 seconds. SL 500 420 1100 900 340 285 kW 260 700 530 Nm 500 180 300 100 20 100 0 A special cylinder head was designed for the V8 engine to enable it to achieve these impressive figures : two intake valves and two exhaust valves per cylinder are controlled by means of infinitely variable camshaft adjustment. The result is optimal combustion which, as well as reducing fuel consumption and emissions, boosts the sports car’s output and enhances your driving enjoyment. And even if you stop short of taking it to the limit, every drive in the SL 500 is a delight for all the senses. Whether it takes you on long, straight stretches in the country, over cobbled city streets or up twisting mountain roads. 2500 5000 7500 Engine speed ( rpm ) Torque ( Nm ) Output ( kW ) Agility | SL 600 23 A heart with twelve chambers: perfect for pumping out the power SL 600 1100 12 cylinders and two letters – the SL 600. An icon of refinement. But to really make a mark, the figures have to stack up : 380 kW, a peak torque of 830 Nm and, above all, acceleration from 0 to 100 km / h in a breathtaking 4.5 seconds. 340 830 Nm 700 260 500 180 300 100 20 100 0 2500 5000 7500 Engine speed ( rpm ) Torque ( Nm ) The V12 engine draws its power from a combination of two turbochargers and an intercooler. A consummate blend of sophisticated Mercedes - Benz engine technologies makes for outstanding responsiveness and maximum torque at low revs, yet still offers lower fuel consumption, not to mention a healthy dose of happiness hormones. Because the sensation of effortless ease you feel as you power ahead in the SL 600 turns every trip into a thoroughly enjoyable driving experience. 420 380 kW 900 Output ( kW ) You can’t help but be moved. Even after you stop 26 Agility | Transmissions Each gear change merely adds to the driving pleasure With the very best automatic transmissions, you barely notice the gear changes. So it will come as no surprise that the jumps in engine speed when the 7-speed 7G-TRONIC changes up or down are smaller. And when moving down through the gears, the multiple downshift capability allows several gears to be skipped at once, making for extremely powerful acceleration in any gear. The 7G - TRONIC is standard for the SL 300, SL 350 and SL 500. These three models also come with the option of the 7G - TRONIC Sport, which allows manual gear changes as well via steering - wheel gearshift paddles. If you keep the paddle pressed when shifting down, your SL will automatically select the gear offering the best acceleration. The SL 63 AMG is fitted with the new AMG SPEEDSHIFT MCT 7 - speed sports transmission, which changes gear in record time without any interruptions in tractive power, thus ensuring the ultimate in driving enjoyment, even when the road speed is fluctuating wildly. 28 Agility | Suspension Good contacts are essential if you spend a lot of time on the road We don’t stop developing a sports car the minute we finish the wheels or the exhaust tailpipes. The road is also part of the perfect driving experience. This is why, when developing Active Body Control ABC, we factored the road into the equation. ABC is standard for the SL 500, SL 600 and AMG models and available as an optional extra for the SL 350. Ten sensors monitor the driving situation at all times. Hence body movements when setting off and braking are minimised, while lateral movements during cornering are reduced. In sporty mode, the response is enhanced, the suspension configuration is tauter and the tilting angles are reduced even further. All of which makes for better handling dynamics and improved safety – for example when performing evasive manoeuvres at speed. Safety is also enhanced by the Electronic Stability Program ESP , which acts as a continuous monitoring system and is included as standard on board all Mercedes models. Sensors record driver and vehicle behaviour and then send the gathered data to a microprocessor which, in turn, intervenes by sending specific braking pulses to the individual wheels in critical driving situations. 30 Agility | Direct - Steer system The most direct link between the road and the nerve tract Innovative technology gives you an instinctive feeling for the road, making piloting the SL a sheer, unadulterated pleasure. The standard - fit speed - sensitive power steering does an excellent job, making the car extremely easy to steer when parking, for example, as well as ensuring outstanding straight - line stability when travelling at speed. The optionally available Direct - Steer system has an even more direct ratio when negotiating tight bends and when parking or manoeuvring. It reduces the steering wheel movements required and, therefore, enhances both comfort and safety. Furthermore, there are fewer steering - wheel turns from lock to lock. What makes the Direct-Steer system so impressive is the fact that you barely notice its presence. Only the ease with which you are able to control your SL gives an inkling that it is there. Wheel turn without the Direct - Steer system Wheel turn with the Direct - Steer system and the same steering wheel angle 32 Agility | AIRSCARF An idea you’ll warm to Travelling in an SL with the top down is an experience that will never leave you cold – especially when your vehicle is equipped with the innovative AIRSCARF system developed by Mercedes - Benz and available as an option. At the touch of a button, fans at the rear of the head restraints suck in air which is then heated and expelled through an outlet at the front of the seat. Three AIRSCARF settings allow you to adjust the system for optimum comfort in accordance with your personal preferences, your driving style and the weather conditions. At high speeds, or in cold weather, you can just turn up the system to provide more heat. The air then gently wraps itself around the nape and front of your neck and head area like a warm scarf. And that means you can extend the roadster season for quite a while longer. 34 With the right roof, there’s no such thing as the wrong weather Comfort | Vario - roof The vario-roof is the crowning glory of the SL’s outstanding all-round performance, transforming the car into a roadster within a matter of seconds – just 16 to be precise. Thanks to the space - saving design, there are still up to 235 litres of boot capacity available when the roof is stowed in the rear. This rises to 339 litres when the roof is up. But this Mercedes invention is not just about providing plenty of space for luggage. When the roof is closed, the quietness makes it feel like you are ensconced within a coupé. All noise, dangers, wind and weather simply remain outside. In fact, the only thing that can top the vario - roof is the panoramic vario - roof. The latter 35 features glass in place of the metal construction, allowing you to enjoy a view that is normally only afforded by a roadster, whilst still revelling in the comfort of an enclosed coupé – whatever the weather. Comfort | Interior 37 Normally only a joystick assures this degree of control and precision The refined sportiness of the SL allows you to experience a whole lot more in addition to the sporty drive. With both hands on the racily designed 3 - spoke sports steering wheel trimmed in high - grade nappa leather. Not only does it look dynamic, it also lets you change gear extremely quickly courtesy of a paddle on either side. As well as being sporty, the SL interior boasts an exclusive wood, aluminium or carbon fibre trim and softly grained leather appointments. 38 Needles that are just itching to move Exclusive dynamism is also a key theme of the SL’s interior. In terms of design, the 3 - D instrument cluster owes much to the world of motor racing. The needles are initially dormant in the 6 o’clock position. Yet they spring into life the moment you insert the key and switch on the ignition, spinning around their respective dials before returning to the 0 rpm and 0 km / h positions – ready to set off at your command. Comfort | Interior 39 Some things that are exciting to watch in action look just as good when they are at rest. The needles are part of the newly designed 3 - D - look, chronograph - style instrument cluster. The leather - style trim is embellished with fine topstitching, while the racy 3 - spoke sports steering wheel sits perfectly in the sporty surroundings of the SL’s cockpit. Steering - wheel gearshift paddles are standard on the SL 600, the AMG models and with the Sports package, while all other models can be equipped with them as an optional extra. 40 Two all - weather sports seats Now a marathon can be pure pleasure. Even on long journeys, your back gets all the support it needs courtesy of the laterally reinforced integral seats in the SL. Whether you are taking tight bends aggressively or cruising serenely along, you always have the optimal seat position. Another reason for this is the meticulously crafted seat material available in a choice of leather, nappa leather or Exclusive nappa leather. Comfort | Seating comfort 41 The electrically adjustable seats let you alter your position with ease. The memory function ( optional for the SL 300 ) stores your preferred settings, so a flick of the wrist is all it takes to move the seats to your favourite position the next time you slide behind the wheel. Comfort is therefore assured. It’s equally good to know that the standard - fit lumbar supports are behind you: these can be inflated or deflated at the turn of a dial to provide optimal support for the lower spine, giving you an alert, upright posture. When the weather turns colder, you’ll also be pleased that the SL 500, SL 600 and AMG models feature heated seats as standard, ensuring that your daily drive is a treat rather than a torture, even when things turn really frosty. Even the most unpleasant weather conditions cannot spoil your driving enjoyment. The SL 600 and SL 65 AMG also have climatised seats fitted as standard, for pleasant cooling on extremely hot days. 42 All legends share one thing above all : timelessness The 12 - cylinder power also makes its presence felt in the interior of the SL 600. Features that catch the eye immediately when opening the door include the steering wheel and floor mats with V12 styling and the elegant badges on the leather seats. Then there is the harmonious blend of fine poplar trim parts and Exclusive nappa leather appointments. Comfort | SL 600 43 Even the heart of the most confirmed of perfectionists is sure to start racing after beholding the wealth of harmonious details on display inside the 12 - cylinder model. Such as the unerringly precise double topstitching and the discreet V12 emblems that hint at the power within, even when the car is stationary. Plus there is also the convenience of the KEYLESS - GO system, which allows you to fire the engine of your SL without having to use a key. Simply hit the start button. Further standard equipment available for the SL 600 includes remote boot lid closing, climatised seats and Convenience Telephony. So there can be no doubt : it’s not just the 12 cylinders beneath the bonnet that make the SL 600 unique. 44 An SL that hangs on your every word The standard - fit COMAND multimedia system on board the SL groups together entertainment and navigation functions in one central unit. Optional navigation functions and films are shown on the generously sized 6.5 - inch colour display. You can even watch television here if the optionally available TV receiver is ordered. The 6 - disc CD/DVD changer for audio or video is within easy reach, while an optionally available media interface allows COMAND to connect to any USB data source, an iPod  or Aux - in device. So you can play music or videos from an external hard drive, for example. Comfort | COMAND APS 45 The optionally available COMAND APS system features an integral hard drive containing the navigation software – leaving the CD drive free for alternative uses – and 4 GB of memory for audio files in MP3 or WMA format. If music isn’t your thing, your SL lets you do the talking. The voice - operated control system LINGUATRONIC allows you to control COMAND APS functions such as the radio and telephone using voice commands. 46 The first concert hall able to go on tour Comfort | Surround sound system 47 The SL seems almost too small to deliver such a monumental listening experience. The sound waves produced by the optionally available Harman Kardon  Logic 7  surround sound system fan out as in a concert hall thanks to ten high - performance loudspeakers, including two surround speakers and a subwoofer. Allow the interior to flood with sound courtesy of Dolby digital technology – just like at the cinema. So should you on occasion wish to change the soundtrack provided by the 6 -, 8 - or 12 - cylinder powerplant, you can always turn to the audio system. 48 Safety Only one thing is ahead of you in the SL : the safety systems It all began with an invisible revolution. When Mercedes - Benz unveiled the first car to be designed with passive safety aspects in mind in 1959, the innovations – crumple zones and the safety passenger cell – were invisible to the naked eye. Then airbags and seat belt tensioners – both world firsts – came along. Since then, of course, we have never let up in our quest to always go one step further than required when it comes to safety. Should you have an accident today, sophisticated, efficient occupant protection systems help reduce the risk of injury dramatically. Self - protection is also enhanced by the high - strength safety passenger cell and systems such as adaptive airbags. And if the worst comes to the worst, the roll - over bar pops up automatically within a fraction of a second. The SL even helps to provide greater safety after an accident, for instance with a fuel tank situated in a protected position ahead of the rear axle, or the automatic engine cut - off function which is triggered after a severe collision. Automatic activation of the hazard warning lamps makes it easier to locate a car which has been involved in an accident. And doors which unlock automatically and are easily opened mean that occupants can be rescued more quickly after an accident. This safety philosophy is rounded off by a multilingual rescue guide which was specially developed for rescue services and which can be accessed on the internet at www.mercedes - benz.com / rescue - guidelines ABS ensures that the car remains directionally stable and steerable, even during emergency braking. The driver is able to brake and steer simultaneously – allowing precise evasive manoeuvring – in order to avoid an accident ESP  enables outstanding directional stability and road adhesion by counteracting any possible tendency to skid at the outset. It intervenes in the engine - management and braking systems as required in order to stabilise the car Electronic control of the braking system allows a wealth of key assistance functions that help to further enhance active safety and comfort in a whole range of driving situations, thus making life much easier for the driver During emergency braking, BAS ensures that the maximum brake pressure is applied, even if the brake pedal is not pressed hard enough, thus shortening the stopping distance by a substantial margin Safety 51 Only two seats. But a wealth of assistance systems Even the most enjoyable of journeys can come to an abrupt end. Now you can continue on your way, even after an emergency stop, thanks to the hundreds of sensors on board the SL. Such as the electro - hydraulic braking system’s which monitor driver and car behaviour on a permanent basis. In critical situations, the pressure in the brake lines is increased and the pads are applied on the brake discs. A push of the brake pedal is then all that is needed to decelerate the SL with the full braking power. In addition, the braking system increases safety when braking on bends and detects wet road surfaces. It brakes the brake discs dry when required and also reduces the pitching motion of the brake pedal when the anti - lock braking system ABS intervenes to counteract locking - up of the wheels by delivering the brake pressure in short bursts. This means that you remain firmly in control, even in the most precarious of situations. The Electronic Stability Program ESP also applies the brakes at each individual wheel as required to assist with the prevention of tail - skids, oversteer or understeer, while Brake Assist ( BAS ) helps to shorten the braking distance. BAS detects emergency braking and helps to provide the maximum braking power within a fraction of a second. Meaning that the car comes to a halt – and hopefully continues on its way again afterwards – in as short a time as possible. 52 Safety Flexible lighting to keep you on the move in the dark Extremely sporty yet safe driving requires all your senses to be alert. Plus you need reliable sensors that help to detect possible dangers at an early stage. Active components of the safety concept include extremely powerful lights such as the bi - xenon headlamps which come as standard with the SL. The optional Intelligent Light System also includes an integrated cornering light function. They illuminate the road far more effectively than conventional halogen lights, allowing you to see much further ahead and giving you a better perspective. All of which makes for exceptionally safe driving at night. So there’s no need to be afraid of the dark. Pure power that makes you go weak at the knees AMG | SL 63 AMG 57 AMG: the name speaks volumes; the performance speaks for itself In what is quite literally a show of strength, the AMG bodystyling accentuates the muscular forms of the SL 63 AMG perfectly. The exterior of the super sports car is dominated by the impressive AMG bonnet at the front and the dynamic AMG spoiler lip at the rear. The design comes to a rousing conclusion in the shape of an AMG sports exhaust system with two chromed twin tailpipes. The SL 63 AMG boasts 19 - inch AMG triple - spoke light - alloy wheels. Visible behind are AMG high - performance brakes with compound brake discs and 6 - piston brake callipers at the front. What’s more, the brakes back up their powerful looks by delivering maximum performance – all in true AMG style. AMG | Engine and transmission 59 Short on shift times, long on driving pleasure The SL 63 AMG takes your breath away and makes you forget any everyday woes. Its large - displacement AMG 6.3 - litre V8 engine develops 386 kW and delivers a peak torque of 630 Nm. This is handled with consummate ease by the innovative AMG SPEEDSHIFT MCT 7 - speed sports transmission in the SL 63 AMG which offers you a choice of four modes, ranging from dynamic manual shifts to comfortable cruising. So you ultimately decide how the formidable power of the SL 63 AMG is to be unleashed. These features, like all the other dynamic handling control functions, can be controlled centrally for the first time thanks to the new AMG DRIVE UNIT. Furthermore, the AMG sports transmission features a Race Start function for optimal acceleration and traction – just as in the world of motorsport. AMG | SL 65 AMG 61 To control power is good. To master it is even better Powered by an AMG 6.0 - litre V12 biturbo engine with an output of 450 kW and a peak torque of 1000 Nm, the SL 65 AMG is one of the world’s most powerful series - production roadsters. Extremely impressive performance – in the form of stopping power – is also delivered by the AMG high performance braking system with compound brake discs measuring 390 mm in diameter at the front and 360 mm at the rear. The SL 65 AMG is clearly recognisable from afar on account of its 19 - inch AMG twin - spoke forged wheels and the front - apron cross strut painted in high - sheen chrome. Then there are the AMG side skirts and an AMG rear apron. Two twin tailpipes featuring AMG V12 styling give the car an effortlessly superior air at the rear. And the performance clearly hinted at on the outside is matched by the level of exclusivity inside : the interior is appointed in fine Exclusive nappa leather featuring an AMG V12 diamond design. Along with the AMG sports steering wheel with aluminium shift paddles, genuine carbon-fibre trim elements underline the sporting credentials of this unique roadster. AMG | Performance Studio 63 Choosing the SL could be the easiest decision you’ll ever have to make The ability to combine sportiness and dynamism at the highest level is one of our greatest strengths. And nowhere is this demonstrated more perfectly than at the AMG Performance Studio – home to the Affalterbach individualisation experts. The AMG Performance package for the SL 63 AMG features components that have been specially configured for maximum performance : performance suspension, larger compound brake discs at the front and a rear - axle differential lock. Not to mention the 19 - inch AMG twin-spoke forged wheels and the more compact AMG performance steering wheel trimmed in nappa leather with its specially flattened bottom section. The exterior carbon - fibre package is designed primarily to enhance visual expressiveness. It features side air outlets, exterior mirrors, a spoiler lip and a diffuser insert made from carbon fibre as well as optional AMG door sill panels with white illumination. AMG | Bodystyling 65 The only racing attire that also looks good at a business meeting SL-Class Roadsters have always attracted admiring glances, an effect which can be boosted by adding AMG bodystyling. It consists of a powerful front apron with larger cooling - air intakes and integrated fog lamps, side skirts and a rear apron with a black insert. The dynamic look is completed by 19 - inch AMG 5 - spoke light - alloy wheels. My SL The Sports package Equipment | Sports package Some athletes are happy just to take part. Others are there to win. The SL with the Sports package falls into the latter category. The package is available for the SL 300, SL 350 and SL 500 models. Visual enhancements include 19 - inch 5 - twin - spoke light - alloy wheels as well as darkened headlamps and tail lights, while the braking system features perforated front and rear discs along with painted brake callipers at the front – ready to provide maximum deceleration. The 7G - TRONIC Sport automatic transmission and steering - wheel shift paddles allow extremely fast gear changes, with the ratio offering the best acceleration being selected straight away every time. It feels good. And it sounds good too – thanks to the sports air cleaner developed specifically for the SL 300 and SL 350. 69 Enough sport for an entire team Equipment | Sports package What the SL with the Sports package promises on the outside is delivered on the inside : exclusivity and sportiness at the highest level. Starting with the black leather appointments with silver contrasting stitching. A design element that ensures clear accentuation, it embellishes the centre console, dashboard, armrests and the velour floor mats as well. Without the eye - catching stitching, the grey leather appointments impress instead with their discreetly understated look. In both variants, the steering wheel and selector lever are trimmed in perforated nappa leather, their easy - grip design mirroring the high quality. This unique interior look is enhanced by prism - pattern aluminium trim parts that create a pleasing contrast, which is further accentuated by the black roof liner. 71 72 Exterior mirror Draught - stop Three - spoke sports steering wheel in nappa leather COMAND display in the centre console Equipment | Standard equipment Standard equipment ( selection ) Adaptive brake lights featuring LED technology Headlamp Assist Airbags for driver and passenger plus head / thorax sidebags Indicator lamps in the exterior mirrors Armrest / centre console with stowage compartment Infrared remote control for roof Automatic climate control with combination filter and residual engine heat utilisation Light - alloy wheels Anti - theft alarm system with tow - away protection Loading aid for the boot ( EASY - PACK system ) Automatic transmission Multifunction steering wheel ASSYST service interval indicator Metal door sill panels Active Body Control ABC ( optional for SL 350, not available for SL 300 ) Outside temperature display Bi - xenon headlamps with headlamp cleaning system and dynamic range control Parcel net in passenger footwell Brake Assist ( BAS ) Power socket ( 12 V ) in boot COMAND with integral radio, 6.5 - inch colour display with DVD changer, MP3 - compatible, Rain sensor Bluetooth  interface, Aux - in socket, 8 loudspeakers Removable luggage cover Cruise control with SPEEDTRONIC variable speed limiter Roll - over bar with crash sensor, automatically raised Draught - stop ( optional for SL 300 ) Remote boot lid release Exit lights in the doors Speed - sensitive power steering with safety steering column Electronic Stability Program ESP  Steering wheel and selector lever in nappa leather ( wood / nappa leather in SL 600 ) Electro - hydraulic braking system with start - off assist Seat belt tensioners and belt force limiters for driver and passenger Electrically adjustable seats, with lumbar support and memory function ( optional for SL 300 ) Tinted windows all round Electrically adjustable steering column, with memory function ( optional for SL 300 ) Tyre pressure loss warning system Heated exterior mirrors, electrically adjustable, with aspherically curved mirror glass Ventilated glove compartment 73 74 SL light - alloy wheels 17 - inch 5 - spoke light - alloy wheel ( standard on SL 300 ) A wide range of wheels is available for the different engine versions of the SL. 18 - inch 5 - spoke light - alloy wheels are standard on the SL 500, while the SL 600 is delivered ex - factory with 18 - inch V12 - design light - alloy wheels. 18 - inch 5 - twin - spoke light - alloy wheels are available as optional extras for the SL 300, the SL 350, the SL 500 and the SL 600. Plus, distinctive 19 - inch five - twin - spoke light-alloy wheels are fitted as standard in conjunction with the Sports package or as an optional extra for the SL 600. 17 - inch 5 - twin - spoke light - alloy wheel ( standard on SL 350 ) Equipment | Light - alloy wheels 18 - inch 5 - spoke light - alloy wheel ( standard on SL 500 ) 18 - inch 5 - twin - spoke light - alloy wheel with high - sheen finish ( optional extra ) 18 - inch V12 - design light - alloy wheel ( standard on SL 600 ) 19 - inch 5 - twin - spoke light - alloy wheel ( standard with Sports package, optional extra on SL 600 ) 75 76 The AMG and incenio light - alloy wheels for your SL 19 - inch AMG 5 - spoke light - alloy wheel with high - sheen finish 19 - inch AMG triple - spoke light - alloy wheel in high - sheen, titanium - grey painted finish 19 - inch AMG twin - spoke forged wheel in polished, titanium - grey painted finish ( standard on SL 63 AMG ) ( standard on SL 65 AMG, optional extra on SL 63 AMG ) Equipment | Light - alloy wheels incenio “Gorgona” 17 - inch 5 - spoke light - alloy wheel incenio “Veseli” 18 - inch 5 - twin - spoke light - alloy wheel incenio “Nash” 18 - inch 9 - spoke light - alloy wheel incenio “Tarka” 19 - inch 5 - spoke light - alloy wheel 77 We only ever adapt the SL to meet your needs Equipment | Seats The SL features extremely comfortable, laterally reinforced integral seats that adjust electrically with ease and remember your preferred sitting position thanks to the memory function ( standard in all models except the SL 300 ). An even more relaxing driving experience is available with the climatised seats, which are fitted as standard in the SL 600 and SL 65 AMG, and are optional for all other models. These perforated seats are equipped with an active ventilation system for fast cooling on hot days. Optional multicontour seats ( standard in the SL 63 AMG and SL 65 AMG ) have integral air cushions that adjust to your body and also offer a massage function : air chambers pulsate gently at the touch of a button to ease tense back muscles. 79 80 AMG bodystyling : front apron Head restraint with AIRSCARF AMG bodystyling : rear apron Intelligent Light System : headlamp Equipment | Optional extras Optional extras ( selection ) SL 300 SL 350 SL 500 SL 600 SL 63 AMG SL 65 AMG 7G - TRONIC Sport automatic transmission including steering - wheel gearshift paddles O O O — — — Active Body Control ABC — O o o o o AIRSCARF O O O O O O AMG bodystyling O O O O o o O O O o O o Direct - Steer system O O O O — — DISTRONIC O O O O O O O O O o O o Heated windscreen washer system O O O O o o Intelligent Light System including cornering light function O O O O O O KEYLESS - GO O O O o O o Media interface : universal interface for various audio devices ( e.g. iPod , USB memory device, etc. ) O O O O O O Memory package for both seats, steering column and exterior mirrors O o o o o o Multicontour seats, left and right O O O O o o Panoramic vario - roof O O O O O O PARKTRONIC O O O o O o Sports package O O O — — — TV tuner ( for analogue and digital TV reception ) O O O O O O Tyre pressure monitoring system O O O O O o COMAND APS, including hard - disc navigation for digitised regions of Europe, MUSIC REGISTER and voice - operated control system LINGUATRONIC Harman Kardon  Logic 7  surround sound system with output of 510 watts, 10 loudspeakers and Dolby 5.1 / DTS O Optional extra o Standard equipment - Not available 81 Practical genuine accessories Genuine accessories The range of genuine Mercedes - Benz accessories includes a whole host of attractive, high - quality and useful items for your SL. Take the custom - made cradles for your mobile phones for instance : they can be interchanged quickly and easily and are available for all sorts of different mobile phone models. The optional door sill panels remind you that you are getting into a very special breed of car every time the doors are opened, with their Mercedes - Benz lettering illuminated in white. Further details can be found in the accessories brochure. Alternatively, consult your Mercedes - Benz dealer for personal advice. 83 86 Equipment | designo Inside, too, your wish is our command : eleven single - tone and two - tone designo leather upholstery finishes are available for the SL. But the choice of upholstery colour is only the first of many decisions. Would you prefer classic designo leather or the even finer designo Exclusive leather ? We vary the Exclusive nappa leather appointments that form the basis for the designo upholstery effectively by adding touches in the selected designo colour, from the dashboard to the parcel shelf. A designo Alcantara  trim in a choice of three colours is available as an optional extra for the roof liner, A - pillars and C - pillars. The range of designo trim parts comprises a selection of woods as well as fine natural stone. Maple grain with a designo natural finish, designo black piano lacquer or oak grain with a designo matt natural finish lend the interior a warm atmosphere. By contrast, the Labrador blue pearl and black Star Galaxy stone trims make an elegantly sporty statement. In addition, there are ten exclusive designo metallic paints available, including three matt finishes. Further information can be found at www.mercedes - benz.com Equipment | designo 89 Centre console in designo black piano lacquer ( W69 ) with selector lever in designo black leather Trim in designo black piano lacquer ( W69 ) and door centre panel with characteristic piping look in designo pastel yellow leather (X12) 90 You can count on our vehicles’ good looks to last. A specially - developed clearcoat – one of the best on the automotive market – ensures this. The paint features a particularly dense molecular structure, which makes it more resistant and at the same time creates a more intense, extremely durable shine. Irrespective of whether it is non metallic or metallic, this scratch - resistant clearcoat is insensitive to weather and environmental influences as well as precipitation, sunlight and temperature fluctuations. The paint finish of the SL is a brilliant final touch to the sophisticated Mercedes-Benz corrosion-protection system which includes a coating of zinc phosphate for long lasting protection. In addition, for reasons of environmental compatibility, we only use water-based paints, whose solvent content is up to 80 percent lower than that of conventional paints. NON - METALLIC PAINTS METALLIC PAINTS 040 black 112 chromite black 590 fire opal 197 obsidian black 230 indigolite blue Colours and materials | Paintwork SPECIAL PAINT 541 thulite red 792 palladium silver 755 tenorite grey 794 pearl beige 775 iridium silver 799 diamond white BRIGHT 779 alabandite grey 91 92 LEATHER NAPPA LEATHER EXCLUSIVE NAPPA LEATHER 211 black1 801 black3 511 black4 214 natural beige1, 2 804 natural beige2, 3 514 natural beige2, 4 215 pebble beige1 805 pebble beige3 515 pebble beige4 217 flamenco red1 807 flamenco red3 517 flamenco red4 218 alpaca grey1 808 alpaca grey3 518 alpaca grey4 Colours and materials | Upholstery and leather LEATHER / COMO FABRIC SPORTS PACKAGE black5 221 black leather6 228 grey leather 811 black nappa leather6 828 grey nappa leather 521 black Exclusive nappa leather6 528 grey Exclusive nappa leather 1 Optional 2 Not extra for SL 300 and SL 350, standard for SL 500 available for SL 63 AMG or SL 65 AMG 3 Optional extra for SL 300, SL 350 and SL 500, standard for SL 63 AMG 4 Optional extra, standard for SL 600 and SL 65 AMG 5 Standard 6 Leather for SL 300 and SL 350, not available for any other models with silver stitching 93 Colours and materials | Trim parts, wood and designo 94 TRIM PARTS WOOD designo ALCANTARA ROOF LINER designo TRIM PARTS 739 aluminium1 729 light poplar4 Y83 designo anthracite W21 designo matt natural oak grain H73 carbon fibre2 731 burr walnut5 Y84 designo pebble beige W64 designo natural maple grain H75 prism - pattern aluminium3 736 black ash6 Y85 designo alpaca grey W69 designo black piano lacquer H12 light burr walnut6 1 Standard for SL 300 and SL 350, no - cost option for SL 500, not available for SL 600, SL 63 AMG, SL 65 AMG 2 Standard for SL 63 AMG and SL 65 AMG, not available for any other models 3 Prism - pattern aluminium is part of the Sports package and not available separately 4 Standard for SL 600, not available for any other models 5 Standard for SL 500, optional extra for SL 300 and SL 350, no - cost option for SL 600 and the AMG models 6 Optional extra for SL 300 and SL 350, no - cost option for all other models W72 designo stone Labrador blue pearl W73 designo stone Star Galaxy natural beige flamenco red pebble beige alpaca grey black O O O O O O fire opal O O o t o o chromite black O O O O O O black black Leather2 / Nappa leather3 / Exclusive nappa leather4 Leather / Como fabric1 Colours and materials | Combination options NON - METALLIC PAINTS METALLIC PAINTS obsidian black O O O O O O indigolite blue O O o t o O thulite red O O o O O o tenorite grey O O O O o O iridium silver O O O O t O palladium silver O O t O o O pearl beige O O t O O t diamond white BRIGHT O O O O o O O O o t o O SPECIAL PAINT alabandite grey O Recommended 1 Standard o Possible t Not recommended for SL 300 and SL 350, not available for any other models 2 Optional extra for SL 300 and SL 350, standard for SL 500 3 Optional extra for SL 300, SL 350 and SL 500, standard for SL 63 AMG 4 Optional extra, standard for SL 600 and SL 65 AMG 95 A Mercedes embodies a real sense of freedom – something you’ll begin to experience when you equip your future car by choosing your ideal configuration from the wide range of possible combinations. If this seems a little daunting, we can help you – with our vehicle configuration tool at www.mercedes - benz.de, for example. This allows you to take your time putting your Mercedes together in the form of a virtual model before ordering the real thing from us. Or you can opt for the almost unlimited freedom presented by the designo range and create an SL which reflects your tastes in every respect. Freedom is there to be embraced, after all. Technical details | Technical data 96 SL 300 SL 350 No. of cylinders / arrangement 6/V Total displacement ( cc ) 2996 170 / 6000 1 Rated output ( kW at rpm ) 1 SL 500 SL 600 SL 63 AMG SL 65 AMG 6/V 8/V 3498 5461 12 / V 8/V 12 / V 5513 6208 5980 232 / 6500 285 / 6000 380 / 5000 386 / 6800 450 / 4800 Rated torque ( Nm at rpm ) 300 / 2500 – 5000 360 / 4900 530 / 2800 – 4800 830 / 1900 – 3500 630 / 5200 1000 / 2000 – 4000 Acceleration from 0 to 100 km / h ( s ) 7.8 6.2 5.4 4.5 4.6 4.2 Top speed , approx. ( km / h ) 250 250 250 250 250 250 Tank capacity / fuel ( l ) 80 / Premium petrol 80 / Premium petrol 80 / Premium petrol 80 / Super Plus 80 / Super Plus 80 / Super Plus 13.5 / 6.8 / 9.3 13.8 / 7.2 / 9.7 17.3 / 8.4 / 11.6 21.3 / 9.5 / 13.9 21.4 / 9.5 / 13.9 21.5 / 9.6 / 14.0 2 3 Fuel consumption ( l / 100 km ) urban / extra - urban / combined 3 CO2 emissions ( g / km ), combined 217 226 272 330 330 333 Kerb weight4 ( kg ) / perm. gross vehicle weight ( kg ) 1815 / 2110 1825 / 2120 1910 / 2205 2045 / 2320 1970 / 2225 2120 / 2385 Tyre size front 255 / 45 R 17 255 / 45 R 17 255 / 40 R 18 255 / 40 R 18 255 / 35 R 19 255 / 35 R 19 rear 255 / 45 R 17 255 / 45 R 17 255 / 40 R 18 285 / 35 R 18 285 / 30 R 19 285 / 30 R 19 Boot capacity, incl. roof up 339 339 339 339 339 339 luggage recess ( l ) roof down 235 235 235 235 235 235 1 Figures in accordance with Directive 80 / 1269 / EEC in the currently applicable version 2 Electronically governed 3 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 are not based on an individual model and do not constitute part of the product offer ; they are provided solely for purposes of comparison between different vehicle models. These figures may vary in real - life operation 4 Figures 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 Technical details | Dimensions 957 1317 513 506 226 1559 1820 985 2560 4562 1017 1444 1372 1547 2069 All measurements in millimetres. The dimensions shown are mean values and apply to standard - specification, unladen vehicles 97 Services 99 Anyone opting for a Mercedes buys far more than just a car Mercedes - Benz mobility. There will always be a helpful passenger in your new car : the assurance of carefree driving. Should you ever need assistance, however, the Mercedes - Benz Service24h is there for you. Just call the freephone service hotline on 00800 1 777 77771. The newly integrated telematics service Mercedes-Benz Contact2 is even more customer - friendly : a touch of a button is all it takes to contact the Mercedes-Benz customer centre by phone. And if you wish all the relevant vehicle and position - related data can be sent at the same time, ensuring the fastest possible reaction time and rapid on - the - spot help. As standard and at no extra charge: the MercedesBenz mobility package Mobilo3. Whether you have lost your key, have had a breakdown which cannot be repaired immediately or the vehicle is damaged as a result of an accident or vandalism, Mobilo gets you to your destination – anywhere in Europe. Whatever the nature of your problem, you will soon be able to resume your journey. MercedesCard. Your ticket to the Mercedes - Benz experience : four times a year we will send you exciting details of a selected range of events and services which we have put together exclusively for you. Then there is the Mercedes Magazine with its fascinating reports and articles. But the MercedesCard also has many other uses : as a VISA credit card, it is an internationally accepted means of payment. Answer the annual questionnaire and we’ll even waive the card fee. Plus the card offers further benefits to provide you with peace of mind, such as the Mercedes - Benz insurance package at no extra charge and the exclusively compiled MercedesCard insurance package at a preferential price. You can also gain free entry to the Mercedes - Benz Museum simply by showing your VISA MercedesCard. Further information can be found at www.mercedes - benz.de / mercedescard4 Mercedes - Benz Bank. If you have already chosen your dream car and want to remain financially flexible, you should make us your next port of call, whether it be for leasing, finance, insurance or service packages. Our “Private Leasing plus” scheme is a complete package comprising leasing, third - party insurance and fully - comprehensive insurance. “Business Leasing plus” for business customers works in much the same way, while our “Plus3 Financing” combines the low repayment rates of a financing scheme with the flexibility of leasing. You then have three options at the end of the contract : you can keep the car, sell it or return it to us for a guaranteed price and switch to a new model. We can also offer a range of investment products such as fixed interest products, savings plans, investment funds or depository receipts. For details, please call 01803 / 32 22 655 or visit www.mercedes - benz - bank.de 3 When 1 Mobile phone rates vary according to service provider 2 Requires a factory - fitted radio linked up to a switched - on mobile phone. For the cost of a call to the landline network the warranty has expired Mobilo can be extended by another year for a maximum of 30 years, provided that regular maintenance is carried out by your Mercedes - Benz service partner 4 Information about the MercedesCard in Austria and Switzerland can be found on the Mercedes - Benz websites for these countries 5 9 ct / min. from Deutsche Telekom landlines, mobile-phone rates may vary Services 101 Time for another enriching experience A Mercedes - Benz is most at home on the road. This is the only way to experience the effortlessly superior driving feel that lends every Mercedes model its inimitable class. Feel the power of efficient engines with low fuel consumption and precise steering, designed to put you right in the mood for driving. And experience what true comfort really is. The unique feeling of driving a Mercedes cannot be put into words, however. Which is precisely why we’d like to invite you to take a test drive. Your Mercedes - Benz dealer will be happy to make all the necessary arrangements for you. Simply visit www.mercedes - benz.com to locate the nearest Mercedes - Benz dealer in your country or region. We look forward to seeing you. The website also offers an interactive tour, enabling you to take a closer look at your desired model. This simulation is the ideal way to acquaint yourself with your dream car. You can view key functions in detail, gain an insight into the car’s inner workings or look at the benefits of each model. For further details, visit www.mercedes-benz.de/owners-manual Now your mobile phone acts as a gateway to the whole Mercedes - Benz world. In addition to an overview of all passenger car models, there are insights into the entire brand world, not to mention a wealth of entertainment offers and direct links to a range of services at www.mercedes.mobi SL - Class Take - back of end - of - life vehicles. Coming full circle. At the end of its long life, you can return your SL - Class to us for environment friendly disposal in accordance with the EC End - Of - Life Vehicle Directive1. But that day lies a long way off. 1 Applies in accordance with national regulations to vehicles up to 3.5 tonnes gross weight. Mercedes - Benz passenger cars have met the statutory regulations governing the suitability of their design for reuse and recycling for a number of years now. A network of vehicle take - back depots and dismantlers has been established which will process your vehicle in an environment - friendly manner. The ways in which both vehicles and parts can be recovered are subject to ongoing development and improvement. Consequently, the SL - Class will be able to comply with any future increases in the recycling quota within the stipulated time limits. For further information, please call 00800 1 777 7777. Please note : changes may have been made to the product since this brochure went to press ( 04.09.2009 ). The manufacturer reserves the right to make changes to the design, form, colour and specification during the delivery period, provided these changes, while taking into account the interests of the vendor, can be deemed reasonable with respect to the purchaser. Where the vendor or the manufacturer uses symbols or numbers to describe an order or the subject of an order, no rights may be derived solely from these. The illustrations may show accessories and items of optional equipment which are not part of standard specification. Colours may differ slightly from those shown, owing to the limitations of the printing process. This brochure has been compiled by Daimler AG of Germany and is distributed internationally. It provides a general indication of the range of models, features, optional extras, colours and / or services available in various countries. Some of the models, features, optional extras, colours and / or services may not be available in your country, or may only be available in a different specification. Additionally some models, features, optional extras, colours and / or services may only be available in combination with others. For current and more specific information in relation to the range of models, features, optional extras, colours and / or services available in your country, and their pricing, you should contact your nearest authorised Mercedes - Benz Passenger Car Dealer. www.mercedes - benz.com Daimler AG, Stuttgart BC / MR 6701 · 0815 · 02- 03 / 1209 Printed in Germany SL - Class