The Mercedes-Benz SLS AMG is globally revered as a definitive milestone in automotive history. Featuring a 6.2L M159 Naturally Aspirated AMG V8 delivering 571 - 631 HP, it achieved an illustrious legacy of the 21st century gullwing resurrected.

Technical Specifications

Key Highlights

• First car designed and developed entirely from the ground up by Mercedes-AMG
• Dramatic upwards-opening Gullwing doors with explosive charge release in rollovers
• Official Formula One Safety Car for five consecutive seasons

Development History & Cultural Legacy

The development of the Mercedes-Benz SLS AMG (2010 - 2014) represents a watershed moment for Mercedes-Benz AMG and the automotive industry. Engineered in Germany during the 2010s-Present, this machine pushed the boundaries of speed, styling, and engineering. Its 6.2L M159 Naturally Aspirated AMG V8 paired with a AMG Speedshift 7-speed dual-clutch allowed it to reach 317 - 336 km/h with breathtaking acceleration (3.6s 0-100 km/h). Over the decades, it won countless accolades, inspired generations of drivers, and permanently cemented its reputation as a world-renowned icon.