Forged in a fire that never goes out: passion

It was over fifty years ago that an automobile was created that was to go on to receive the title “Sports Car of the Century”. It was the legendary 300 SL, the model that established a unique tradition of sports cars. Today, a new SL era is beginning as the newest generation brings a new dimension of outstanding design and engineering excellence to the legacy of its distinguished forbear. The legend lives on.

Forged in a fire that never

goes out: passion

Wide awake,

yet still a dream

Although an SL is a dream to drive and extremely comfortable, it is always alert and designed to ensure that you are, too. A range of intelligently coordinated safety components, which can be extended optionally with practically every driving assistance system currently available, makes it one of the world’s safest cars. Which is, after all, what one would expect from the SL, the Mercedes among roadsters.

Nothing less than luxury

The new SL embodies a design philosophy which rejects the everyday in favour of the exclusive. There are no bass loudspeakers to be found in the doors, for example. Instead, the sound is emitted from the side members of the front section of the car. The vehicle body itself becomes a resonance cavity – an innovative and acoustically impressive design solution.

On course

for euphoria

Open up the vario-roof, open up the throttle and feel the endorphins kick in. The new SL delivers performance that will have the adrenalin surging through your veins. Even when stationary, it has looks with the power to move you.

The SL-Class. Athlete. Aesthete

Design

Sportiness

The Mercedes among sports cars. There is always one clear objective when a new SL is created: to build the most elegant sports car in the world. And now, in developing the latest generation of this model series, we have also created the sportiest luxury roadster of all time. A body made of aluminium and a systematic approach to lightweight design ensure a particularly low weight. The SL succeeds in reconciling high performance and the highest level of comfort thanks to the enhanced Active Body Control ABC active suspension system (option). This unique system features special sensors which monitor the condition of the road and are able to transmit the necessary corrective signals to the four active suspension struts in a matter of milliseconds. The result is an even more intensive driving experience combined with a noticeably higher degree of ride comfort.

Efficient BlueDIRECT engines with higher output yet significantly lower fuel –

consumption than the predecessor model Aluminium body

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Adaptive damping standard for SL 350 and SL 500 –

Optimised Active Body Control ABC with greater differentiation between comfort –

and sport settings (option)

AMG Sports package with sports suspension (option) –

Torque Vectoring Brakes for agile cornering –

A masterpiece from our designers. There is arguably no greater honour for a designer than that of being given the opportunity to create an SL. And no greater challenge, either. The key is to achieve a harmonious combination of traditional formal elements from the history of the legendary SL and trend-setting, innovative design. With its elongated form, its few – yet pronounced – lines, and its powerfully sculpted sur faces, the newest generation of the SL once again has an unmistakable look. The wide air intake and the tapering headlamps which are positioned at the very outer edges form the striking, masculine front in typical SL style. This impression is underlined by the bi-xenon headlamps and the LED sidelamps and daytime running lamps. No less distinctive is the shoulder line which extends over the entire length of the vehicle, all the way to the tail lights, like a tensed muscle. The interior, too, is a design tour de force. Minute joint gaps communicate outstanding precision. Extensive use of fine wood, leather and aluminium elements creates a unique sense of perceived value combined with exceptional attention to detail – as reflected in the nappa leather sports steering wheel or the turbine-style air outlets, for example.

Masculine, sporty design with dynamic lines –

3-spoke multifunction steering wheel in nappa leather, with flattened bottom –

section

Sporty DIRECT SELECT lever in centre console –

Newly developed sports seats –

High perceived value in the interior through extensive use of wood or aluminium –

trim elements

Optional ambient lighting –

Safety

Open-top motoring

Open season. It takes less than 20 seconds for the new SL to transform itself from a sports coupé into a thoroughbred roadster. And you don’t even have to be in the car while it’s doing it. A radio remote control signal can be used to trigger the mechanism which causes the roof to disappear into the boot – the latter, inci dentally, being considerably larger than one would expect for a roadster. The new SL is also able to prolong the open-top driving season: with the optional AIRSCARF system you can enjoy comfortable open-top driving even when temperatures are distinctly chilly. This is even possible at high speeds thanks to two specially designed draught-stops (electrically or manually actuated). And if the sun is shining, the optional leather appointments with a sun-reflecting coating contribute to greater comfort by preventing the surface of the seats from heating up. Incidentally, you can still enjoy the view of the blue sky with the roof closed thanks to the optional panoramic vario-roof with MAGIC SKY CONTROL.

Fully electrically retractable Mercedes-Benz vario-roof –

Transparent panoramic vario-roof with roller blind (option) –

Electrotransparent panoramic vario-roof with MAGIC SKY CONTROL, which can –

be darkened at the touch of a button, available as an option Draught-stop, electric (option)

–

AIRSCARF (option) blows warm air around the neck area of the driver and front –

passenger

Excellent acoustics, even during open-top driving, thanks to Front Bass technology –

(world first)

Sun-reflecting leather which heats up far less in strong sunlight –

(option, standard in SL 500 and higher)

The measure of all things. The new SL has a special responsibility to live up to its traditional role as a sports car with impressive handling. Needless to say, it does this extremely successfully. It is also able to call on advanced assistance systems whose technology provides the basis for the highest possible degree of safety. There is the optional Intelligent Light System, for example, which automatically adjusts to changing traffic conditions. Radar sensors, also available as an option, help keep the driver informed about the situation around the vehicle. If necessary, the various assistance and safety systems can give the driver visual, audible and tactile warn-ings (for example, by means of the steering wheel vibrating) and can even go so far as to intervene actively in the control of the vehicle if the situation calls for it. If a collision can no longer be avoided, the PRE-SAFE® Brake, part of the Driving Assis-tance package Plus, can initiate emergency braking autonomously, thereby miti-gating the severity of the accident. Further protective systems, such as adaptive airbags or, if necessary, the special roll-over protection, can then be activated.

Part-LED hybrid headlamps including Intelligent Light System and Adaptive –

Highbeam Assist

Two-stage driver and front-passenger airbags as well as newly developed –

headbags and sidebags

NECK-PRO crash-responsive head restraints –

PRE-SAFE® system –

Speed Limit Assist with COMAND Online (option) –

ATTENTION ASSIST –

Active Parking Assist (option) –

Driving Assistance package Plus (option, comprises DISTRONIC PLUS including –

PRE-SAFE® Brake and BAS PLUS brake assistance, Active Blind Spot Assist, and Active Lane Keeping Assist)

Lightweight design

The aluminium bodyshell of the new SL plays a significant role in the systematic lightweight design

Less is more. The new SL is well over 100 kilograms lighter than its predecessor. The body is made almost entirely from aluminium while systematic lightweight design and intelligent details make for further weight savings. The lighter rear axle is complemented by the use of tube-in-tube structural elements as well as light-gauge hollow sections. Hollow-cast longitudinal members are also employed. Despite their light weight, these elements actually enhance the strength of the body. Working as an integrated system, these measures result in a light and torsionally stiff bodyshell which offers an ideal weight to rigidity ratio. The new model has a level of torsional strength some 20 percent greater than that of the predecessor model which already had a high degree of torsionall stiffness. The extensive use of aluminium makes the new SL not only lighter but sportier, more economical and safer, too.

Standard equipment

The Adaptive Damping System (ADS) can be adjusted to the driver’s requirements at the touch of a button

A world first: the MAGIC VISION CONTROL adaptive wiper system

Ergonomically optimised: the DIRECT SELECT lever in the centre console The multifunction sports steering wheel in nappa leather with shift paddles

Outstanding features come as standard with the new SL, a case in point being the vario-roof painted in the vehicle colour. It disappears into the boot quickly and conveniently at the touch of a button.

For a driving experience which is both responsive and comfortable, the new SL is equipped with the Direct Steer system which offers enhanced handling with significantly less steering effort. The Torque Vectoring Brakes support agile driving right up to the handling limits by distributing the power selectively to the wheels. At the same time, the 7G-TRONIC PLUS auto-matic transmission ensures that the engine always operates at the optimum speed while reducing fuel consumption and shifting gear almost imperceptibly. The interior of the new SL impresses with its outstand-ing comfort which is embodied in everythoutstand-ing from the multifunction sports steering wheel in nappa leather to the ergonomically shaped seats with Memory package to the selector lever with its elegant leather trim. What’s more, the inclusion of Front Bass technology marks the premiere of a new dimension of sound repro-duction.

Headlamps with the Intelligent Light System, LED daytime running lamps, ATTENTION ASSIST and PRE-SAFE® contribute to the enhanced level of safety .

Optional extras

AMG Sports package

DISTRONIC PLUS, Active Blind Spot Assist, Active Lane Keeping Assist, BAS PLUS and PRE-SAFE® Brake, makes an active contribution to enhanced safety in everyday driving. Enhancements to the interior are available in the form of the active multicontour seats with massage function, a digital TV receiver, internet access via COMAND Online and many other extras. It may not be possible to improve on perfection, but

it can be individualised. The numerous optional extras available for the SL allow it to meet practically any special requirement. A touch of a button is all it takes to darken the panoramic vario-roof with MAGIC SKY CONTROL. AIRSCARF makes for particularly comfort-able open-top driving. The enhanced suspension with Active Body Control ABC can be set to sport or comfort

mode, in line with the driver’s preferences. If it’s a question of underlining the dynamic potential of the new SL, the AMG Sports package is the right choice. The AMG front and rear aprons, AMG side skirts, AMG light-alloy wheels and the sports suspension, which has a stiffer setup and is lowered by 10 millimetres, under-line the power and athletic character of the Roadster. The Driving Assistance package Plus, comprising

Bang & Olufsen BeoSound AMG high-end surround sound system COMAND Online with DVD changer and weather screen Ambient lighting on dashboard and doors

Electrically operated draught-stop for increased comfort during open-top driving

Panoramic vario-roof with MAGIC SKY CONTROL Seats with AIRSCARF nozzles

NON-METALLIC PAINTS METALLIC PAINTS 1 _{SPECIAL METALLIC PAINTS} 1 _{BLACK CRYSTAL GREY (option)}

040 black

590 fi re opal

METALLIC PAINTS 1

197 obsidian black 799 diamond white metallic BRIGHT

526 dolomite brown

281 cerussite grey metallic SHAPE 755 tenorite grey

775 iridium silver

792 palladium silver

057 designo zircon red

183 magnetite black 794 pearl beige

701 Leather/fabric

1 _{Optional extra} 2 _{Man-made leather} 3 _{Nappa leather} 4 _{Exclusive nappa leather} 5 _{Only in conjunction with AMG Sports package}

H76   hematite longitudinal-grain aluminium (option) 5

729   satin-fi nish light brown poplar wood (option) 731   high-gloss brown burr walnut wood (option) 739   light longitudinal-grain aluminium 736   high-gloss black ash wood (option)

729  s atin-fi nish light brown poplar wood (option) 731   high-gloss brown burr walnut wood (option) 739  l ight longitudinal-grain aluminium 736   high-gloss black ash wood (option) 201 2 _|801 3 _|501 4_Leather 1 _{208 Leather} 2

729   satin-fi nish light brown poplar wood (option) 731   high-gloss brown burr walnut wood (option) 739   light longitudinal-grain aluminium 736   high-gloss black ash wood (option)

729   satin-fi nish light brown poplar wood (option) 731   high-gloss brown burr walnut wood (option) 739  l ight longitudinal-grain aluminium 736   high-gloss black ash wood (option)

729   satin-fi nish light brown poplar wood (option) 731   high-gloss brown burr walnut wood (option) 739   light longitudinal-grain aluminium 736   high-gloss black ash wood (option)

729   satin-fi nish light brown poplar wood (option) 731   high-gloss brown burr walnut wood (option) 739   light longitudinal-grain aluminium 736   high-gloss black ash wood (option)

GINGER BEIGE/ESPRESSO BROWN (OPTION) PORCELAIN (OPTION) BENGAL RED (OPTION) NUT BROWN (OPTION)

Dimensions

All measurements in millimetres. The dimensions shown are mean values and apply to standard-specification, unladen vehicles   1 _{Carrying 2 people, each weighing 68 kg} 1877 16001 1316 4612 1029 2585 998 958 581 507 234 16281 2099 1409 1472

Technical data

PETROL ENGINES SL 350 BlueEFFICIENCY SL 500 BlueEFFICIENCY

Cylinder arrangement/number V6 V8

Total displacement (cc) 3498 4663

Rated output 1 _{(kW at rpm) 225/6500 320/5250}

Acceleration from 0 to 100 km/h (s) 5.9 4.6

Top speed, approx. (km/h) 2502 ₂₅₀2

Fuel consumption 3 _{(l/100 km)} urban extra-urban combined 9.9–9.3 6.1–5.4 7.5–6.8 12.9–12.7 7.1–7.0 9.2–9.1 CO 2 emissions 3 (g/km) combined 176–159 214–212

Emissions class Euro 5 Euro 5

Effi ciency class C E

Tank capacity (l)/incl. approx. reserve 65/8.0 65/8.0

Luggage compartment capacity (l) With roof closed

With roof open

504 364

504 364

Turning circle diameter (m) 11.04 11.04

Kerb weight 4 _{(kg) 1685 1785}

Perm. GVW (kg) 2065 2165

1 _{Figures in accordance with Directive 80/1269/EEC in the currently applicable version} 2 _{Electronically governed} 3 _{The figures shown were obtained in accordance with the prescribed measuring process (Directive 80/1268/EEC in the currently applicable version).}

The figures are not based on an individual model and do not constitute part of the product offer; they are provided solely for purposes of comparison between different vehicle models   4 _{Figures according to Directive 92/21/EC, version 95/48/EC (kerb weight with fuel tank 90% full, driver,}

68 kg, and luggage, 7 kg) for standard-specification vehicles. Optional extras and accessories will generally increase this figure and reduce the payload capacity accordingly   Further technical data can be found at www.mercedes-benz.com

Take-back of end-of-life vehicles. Coming full circle. At the end of its long life, you can return your SL-Class to us for environment-friendly disposal in accordance with the EU End-Of-Life Vehicle Directive 1 _{. But that day lies a long way off .}

1 _{Applies in accordance with national regulations to vehicles up to 3.5 tonnes gross weight. Mercedes-Benz passenger cars have met the statutory regulations governing the}

suitability of their design for reuse and recycling for a number of years now. A network of vehicle take-back depots and dismantlers has been established which will process your vehicle in an environment-friendly manner. The ways in which both vehicles and parts can be recovered are subject to ongoing development and improvement. Consequently, the SL-Class will be able to comply with any future increases in the recycling quota within the stipulated time limits

Please note: changes may have been made to the product since this brochure went to press (25.07.2011). The manufacturer reserves the right to make changes to the design, form, colour and specifi cation during the delivery period, provided these changes, while taking into account the interests of the vendor, can be deemed reasonable with respect to the purchaser. Where the vendor or the manufacturer uses symbols or numbers to describe an order or the subject of an order, no rights may be derived solely from these. The illustrations may show accessories and items of optional equipment which are not part of standard specifi cation. Colours may diff er slightly from those shown in the brochure, owing to the limitations of the printing process. This brochure has been compiled by Daimler AG of Germany and is distributed internationally. It provides a general indication of the range of models, features, optional extras and/or colours available in various countries. Some of the models, features, optional extras and/or colours shown may not be available in your country or may only be available in a diff erent specifi cation. Additionally some models, features, optional extras and/or colours may only be available in combination with others. For current and more specifi c information in relation to the range of models, features, optional extras and/or colours available in your country, and their pricing, you should contact your nearest authorised Mercedes-Benz Passenger Car Dealer.

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