Mercedes SL 2008 AMG SL 65 V12
Mercedes SL 2008 6.0 petrol description
Cabrio Mercedes SL 2008 AMG SL 65 V12 has been produced from January, 2008 to December, 2010. It has 12-cylinder petrol engine with displacement of 6.0 litres, which produces power of 612 horsepower on 4800 rpm - this is the most powerfull Mercedes SL 2008 - 2012 version and torque 1000 Nm (Newton metres) on 2000 revolutions per minute.
This 12-cylinder 36-valve engine camshaft is driven by chain (What is an engine chain and belt? ). Engine has fuel injection system and Biturbo turbine. Engine versions compliant with Euro 4 and Euro 5 emission standards available. Approximate engine life expectancy (mileage until serious repairs are required) for this engine is between 230 000 and 390 000 kilometres. Remember that engine life depends on regular maintenance and the quality of the materials used (oils, fuels, etc.).
More engine specs
This Mercedes SL 6.0 engine oil type is 5W-40 and oil capacity is 9.5 litres.
Mercedes SL 2008 AMG SL 65 V12 has classical rear wheel drive (RWD) and automatic gearbox with 5 gears.
Mercedes SL 2008 AMG SL 65 V12 accelerates to speed 100 kilometres per hour in 4.2 seconds. The maximum speed of this car is 250 km/h.
In combined cycle (city and motorway), the Mercedes SL 2008 AMG SL 65 V12 fuel consumption is 14 litres per 100km (7.1 km/l), fuel consumption in city - 21.5 l/100km, highway fuel economy - 9.6 l/100km. Fuel tank capacity is 80 litres or 21.14 gallons, which gives a mileage up to 560 kilometers without refueling in urban cycle and even up to 820 kilometers on highway.
Mercedes SL 2008 AMG SL 65 V12 technical data
| Model: | Mercedes SL AMG SL 65 V12 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
| Body style: | Cabrio | ||
| Production period: | 2008. January ... 2010. December | ||
| Engine: | 5980 cm3 Petrol, 12 cylinders | CO2 emissions: | no data |
| Power: | 612 HP ON 4800 RPM | Torque: | 1000 NM ON 2000 RPM |
| Gearbox: | Automatic gearbox (5 gears) | Drive type: | Rear wheel drive (RWD) |
| Top speed: | 250 km/h | Acceleration 0-100 km/h: | 4.2 seconds |
| Fuel consumption (l/100km): | 14.0 (combined) 21.5 (urban) 9.6 (highway) | ||
| Fuel tank capacity: | 80 litres (21.1 gallons) | ||
| Car dimensions: | 4.56m (length) 1.82m (width) 1.32m (height) | ||
| Turning diameter: | 11 meters | ||
| Seats: | 2 seats | ||
| Trunk capacity: | 235 litres | ||
| Trunk max capacity: | 339 litres (with rear seats folded down) | ||
| Gross weight: | 2385 kg | ||
Mercedes SL 2008 AMG SL 65 V12 engine M275 E60 AL
Engine reliability:
Overall, this engine can last around 230,000 to 390,000 km if properly maintained, using the correct quality oil and fuel, and carrying out regular checks and maintenance.The engine has hydraulic valve tappets (lifters), which provide quieter operation and do not require periodic adjustment, but are more complex in design and can cause serious engine damage in the event of failure.
| Engine displacement | 5980 cm3 |
|---|---|
| Number of cylinders | 12 |
| Bore (cylinder diameter) | 82.6 mm |
| Stroke length (piston move) | 93 mm |
| Compression ratio | 9 : 1 |
| Camshaft drive | Timing chain Chain motors are considered more reliable, chain replacement usually is required less often than a timing belt, but they are often louder and vibrate more. |
| Fuel system | Injection |
| Mercedes SL 2008 AMG SL 65 V12 oil type | 5W-40 |
| Oil capacity | 9.5 litres (10 quarts) |
| Coolant capacity | 12 litres (12.7 quarts) |
| Power | 612 - 670 HP ON 4800 RPM |
| Torque | 1000 NM ON 2000 RPM |
| Start of production (year) | 2002 |
| Duration of production | 11 years |
| Engine also used on | Mercedes S klase Mercedes CL |
Generally, the use of an engine in several models and its long production run is an indication of the quality of the engine and the success of its design. |
All Mercedes SL cabrio [2008 - 2012] modifications
| Modification | Engine | Power | Consumption |
|---|---|---|---|
|
Mercedes SL 3.0 280 2008
Most fuel efficient version |
3.0 Petrol | 231 HP | 9.4 l/100km |
|
Mercedes SL 3.5 350 2008
Most fuel efficient version by real consumption |
3.5 Petrol | 315 HP | 9.7 l/100km |
| Mercedes SL 5.5 500 2008 | 5.5 Petrol | 388 HP | 11.6 l/100km |
| Mercedes SL 5.5 600 2008 | 5.5 Petrol | 517 HP | 13.9 l/100km |
|
Mercedes SL 2008 6.0 AMG SL 65 V12
Jan 2008 — Dec 2010 Most dynamic version - 100 km/h in 4.2 seconds |
6.0 Petrol | 612 HP | 14.0 l/100km |
| Mercedes SL 6.2 63 2008 AMG | 6.2 Petrol | 525 HP | 13.9 l/100km |