Road Test
make

Mercedes-Benz SL65 AMG
engine

DOHC 36-Valve V12 Biturbo
capacity 5980cc
bore & stroke 82.6 x 93mm
compression ratio 9.0:1
max boost 1.5bar
red line 5950rpm
power 450kW @ 4800-5100rpm
torque 1000Nm @ 2000-4000rpm
specific power 75kW/litre
specific torque 167Nm/litre
power to weight 214kW/tonne
torque to weight 476Nm/tonne
base mass 2120kg
steering

Speed Sensitive Rack & Pinion
lock-to-lock

n/a
suspension F

Four-link, Active Body Control
suspension R

Multi-link independent, active Body Control
brakes F 6-pot; 380 x 36mm composite, punched & vented
brakes R 4-pot; 310 x 30mm punched & vented
ABS yes
park brake Foot, hand release
drive/ transmission Front Engine; RWD/ 5-speed AMG Speedshift Auto with Paddle Shift
gear ratios 1st 3.60:1; 2nd 2.19:1; 3rd 1.41; 4th 1.00:1; 5th 0.83:1
final drive ratio 2.65:1
pricing R724 000
wheels F: 8.5 J x 19; R: 9.5 J x 19
tyres front 255/35 R 19
tyres rear

285/30 R 19
spare type

Collapsible emergency spare
warranty

6-year/120 000km
service plan

6-year/120 000km Mobilo Drive Stepped

roadside assistance yes
Cars in Action Rating 10