Mercedes SL 2012 AMG SL 63
Mercedes SL 2012 5.5 petrol description
Cabrio Mercedes SL 2012 AMG SL 63 has been produced from January, 2014 to December, 2015. It has eight-cylinder petrol engine with displacement of 5.5 litres, which produces power of 585 horsepower on 5500 rpm - this is the most powerfull Mercedes SL 2012 - 2016 version and torque 900 Nm (Newton metres) on 2250 revolutions per minute.
This 8-cylinder 32-valve engine camshaft is driven by chain (What is an engine chain and belt? ). Engine has fuel injection system and Garrett MGT2260MSL turbine. The engine meets the Euro 5 emissions standard. Average engine life expectancy (mileage before serious repairs are needed) is from 220 000 to 370 000 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 5.5 engine oil type is 0W-40 and oil capacity is 8.5 litres.
Mercedes SL 2012 AMG SL 63 has classical rear wheel drive (RWD) and automatic gearbox with 7 gears.
Mercedes SL 2012 AMG SL 63 accelerates to speed 100 kilometres per hour in 4.2 seconds. The maximum speed of this car is 250 km/h.
The fuel consumption of this Mercedes SL 2012 AMG SL 63 in combined mode (combining urban and highway driving) is 9.9 litres per 100km (10.1 km/l), city fuel economy - 13.9 l/100km, fuel consumption on highway - 7.6 l/100km. Fuel tank capacity is 75 litres or 19.82 gallons, which gives a mileage up to 740 kilometers without refueling in urban cycle and even up to 980 kilometers on highway.
Mercedes SL 2012 AMG SL 63 technical data
| Model: | Mercedes SL AMG SL 63 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
| Body style: | Cabrio | ||
| Production period: | 2014. January ... 2015. December | ||
| Engine: | 5461 cm3 Petrol, 8 cylinders | CO2 emissions: | no data |
| Power: | 585 HP ON 5500 RPM | Torque: | 900 NM ON 2250 RPM |
| Gearbox: | Automatic gearbox (7 gears) | Drive type: | Rear wheel drive (RWD) |
| Maximum speed: | 250 km/h | Acceleration 0-100 km/h: | 4.2 seconds |
| Fuel consumption (l/100km): | 9.9 (combined) 13.9 (urban) 7.6 (highway) | ||
| Fuel tank capacity: | 75 litres (19.8 gallons) | ||
| Car dimensions: | 4.62m (length) 1.88m (width) 1.32m (height) | ||
| Turning diameter: | 11 meters | ||
| Ground clearance: | 96 mm (approximate, with standard suspension, unladen vehicle) | ||
| Seats: | 2 seats | ||
| Trunk capacity: | 241 litres | ||
| Trunk max capacity: | 381 litres (with rear seats folded down) | ||
| Gross weight: | 2180 kg | ||
Mercedes SL 2012 AMG SL 63 engine M157
Engine reliability:
Overall, this engine can last around 220,000 to 370,000 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 | 5461 cm3 |
|---|---|
| Number of cylinders | 8 |
| Bore (cylinder diameter) | 98 mm |
| Stroke length (piston move) | 90.5 mm |
| Compression ratio | 10 : 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 2012 AMG SL 63 oil type | 0W-40 |
| Oil capacity | 8.5 litres (9 quarts) |
| Coolant capacity | 8 litres (8.5 quarts) |
| Power | 525 - 585 HP ON 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 700 - 900 NM ON 2250 RPM |
| Start of production (year) | 2010 |
| Duration of production | 9 years |
| Engine also used on | Mercedes E klase Mercedes S klase Mercedes G klase Mercedes CLS and 4 other models |
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 [2012 - 2016] modifications
| Modification | Engine | Power | Consumption |
|---|---|---|---|
| MERCEDES BENZ SL-Klasse (R231) 400 BlueEFFICIENCY | 3.0 Petrol | 335 HP | 7.7 l/100km |
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Mercedes SL 3.5 350 2012
Most fuel efficient version |
3.5 Petrol | 306 HP | 6.8 l/100km |
| Mercedes SL 4.7 500 2012 | 4.7 Petrol | 435 HP | 9.1 l/100km |
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Mercedes SL 2014 5.5 AMG SL 63
Jan 2014 — Dec 2015 Most dynamic version - 100 km/h in 4.2 seconds |
5.5 Petrol | 585 HP | 9.9 l/100km |