Generations and modifications
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Generations
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2012–2024 R231 (R231)
9 modifications · The R231 introduced a lighter aluminum-intensive SL with a new body and updated technology for the 2013 model year. It was sold in the United States as the SL550, SL63 AMG, SL65 AMG, and later SL400 and SL450. This generation ended before the all-new R232 arrived for 2022.
| Modification | Engine | Power (hp) | Transmission | Drive | |
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amg sl43
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Gasoline · 2.0 L · 416 hp | 416 hp | 9-speed automatic | Rear-Wheel Drive | |
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amg sl55 4matic plus
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Gasoline · 4.0 L · 469 hp | 469 hp | 9-speed automatic | All-Wheel Drive | |
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amg sl63
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Gasoline · 5.5 L · 577 hp | 577 hp | 7-speed automatic | Rear-Wheel Drive | |
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amg sl63 4matic plus
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Gasoline · 4.0 L · 577 hp | 577 hp | 9-speed automatic | All-Wheel Drive | |
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amg sl65
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Gasoline · 6.0 L · 621 hp | 621 hp | 7-speed automatic | Rear-Wheel Drive | |
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sl400
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Gasoline · 3.0 L · 329 hp | 329 hp | 7-speed automatic | Rear-Wheel Drive | |
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sl550
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Gasoline · 4.7 L · 449 hp | 449 hp | 7-speed automatic | Rear-Wheel Drive | |
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sl63 amg
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Gasoline · 5.5 L · 530 hp | 530 hp | 7-speed automatic | Rear-Wheel Drive | |
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sl65 amg
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Gasoline · 6.0 L · 621 hp | 621 hp | 7-speed automatic | Rear-Wheel Drive |
2001–2012 R230 (R230) facelift
10 modifications · The R230 brought a fully retractable hardtop to the SL-Class and marked a major redesign for the model. It was sold in the United States from launch and became the basis for multiple AMG and V12 variants. This base phase ended before the 2006 facelifted update.
| Modification | Engine | Power (hp) | Transmission | Drive | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
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sl500
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Gasoline · 5.5 L · 382 hp | 382 hp | 7-speed automatic | Rear-wheel drive | |
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sl500
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Gasoline · 5.0 L · 302 hp | 302 hp | 7-speed automatic | Rear-wheel drive | |
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sl550
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Gasoline · 5.5 L · 382 hp | 382 hp | 7-speed automatic | RWD | |
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sl55 amg
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Gasoline · 5.5 L · 493 hp | 493 hp | 5-speed automatic | Rear-wheel drive | |
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sl600
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Gasoline · 5.5 L · 493 hp | 493 hp | 5-speed automatic | Rear-wheel drive | |
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sl63 amg
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Gasoline · 6.2 L · 518 hp | 518 hp | 7-speed automatic | Rear-wheel drive | |
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sl63 amg
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Gasoline · 6.2 L · 518 hp | 518 hp | 7-speed automatic | Rear-wheel drive | |
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sl63 amg
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Gasoline · 6.2 L · 518 hp | 518 hp | 7-speed automatic | Rear-wheel drive | |
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sl65 amg
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Gasoline · 6.0 L · 604 hp | 604 hp | 5-speed automatic | Rear-wheel drive | |
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sl65 amg
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Gasoline · 6.0 L · 604 hp | 604 hp | 5-speed automatic | Rear-wheel drive |
1971–2002 R107 (R107)
10 modifications · The R107 became one of the longest-running SL generations, spanning the 1970s and 1980s with a removable hardtop and V8 power in many markets. It was sold in the United States throughout its life and defined the SL as a luxury grand touring convertible. This generation ended when the R129 replaced it for 1990.
| Modification | Engine | Power (hp) | Transmission | Drive | |
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300sl
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Gasoline · 3.0 L · 188 hp | 188 hp | 4-speed automatic | Rear-wheel drive | |
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300sl-24
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Gasoline · 3.0 L · 231 hp | 231 hp | 5-speed manual | Rear-wheel drive | |
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380sl
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Gasoline · 3.8 L · 155 hp | 155 hp | 4-speed automatic | Rear-wheel drive | |
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380slc
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Gasoline · 3.8 L · 155 hp | 155 hp | 4-speed automatic | Rear-wheel drive | |
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500sl
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Gasoline · 5.0 L · 322 hp | 322 hp | 4-speed automatic | Rear-wheel drive | |
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560sl
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Gasoline · 5.6 L · 227 hp | 227 hp | 4-speed automatic | Rear-wheel drive | |
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sl320
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Gasoline · 3.2 L · 228 hp | 228 hp | 4-speed automatic | Rear-wheel drive | |
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sl380
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Gasoline · 3.8 L · 155 hp | 155 hp | 4-speed automatic | Rear-wheel drive | |
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sl500
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Gasoline · 5.0 L · 315 hp | 315 hp | 4-speed automatic | Rear-wheel drive | |
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sl600
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Gasoline · 6.0 L · 389 hp | 389 hp | 4-speed automatic | Rear-wheel drive |
1957–1971 R121 (R121)
4 modifications · The W121-based 190 SL and 300 SL roadster era established the SL name in the 1950s as a lightweight, luxury open-top sports car. The 300 SL roadster used the R121 chassis code and was sold in the U.S. during its production run. It ended before the next-generation SL roadsters arrived.
| Modification | Engine | Power (hp) | Transmission | Drive | |
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mercedes-benz 190 sl
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Gasoline · 1897.0 L · 105 hp | 105 hp | 4-speed manual | Rear-wheel drive | |
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mercedes-benz 300 sl gullwing
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Gasoline · 2996.0 L · 215 hp | 215 hp | 4-speed manual | Rear-wheel drive | |
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mercedes-benz 300 sl roadster
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Gasoline · 2996.0 L · 215 hp | 215 hp | 4-speed manual | Rear-wheel drive | |
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mercedes-benz 300 sl roadster (disc brakes)
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Gasoline · 2996.0 L · 215 hp | 215 hp | 4-speed manual | Rear-wheel drive |
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