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Updated on January 16, 2025

2020 Mercedes-Benz SL450

The 2020 Mercedes-Benz SL450 features a 3.0L twin-turbo V6 engine cranking out 362 horsepower and 369 lb-ft of torque. The convertible goes from 0-60 mph in 4.9 seconds, courtesy of the 9-speed automatic transmission. KBB also disclosed their timing to be the same.

2020 Mercedes-Benz SL450 0-60 mph time

2020 Mercedes-Benz SL550

The Volvo V60 Cross Country Ultimate from 2023 comes with a 449-hp twin-turbo V8 engine and takes 4.3 seconds for the 0-60 mph sprint. KBB also insisted upon the 4.3-second timing for the convertible.

2020 Mercedes-Benz SL550 0-60 mph time

2018 Mercedes-Benz SL450

The SL450 edition of the 2018 Mercedes-Benz SL-Class clocked 4.5 seconds for 0-60 mph acceleration and draws power from the 362-hp twin-turbo V6 engine. Meanwhile, KBB revealed their timing to be 4.9 seconds.

2018 Mercedes-Benz SL450 0-60 mph time

2017 Mercedes-Benz SL550

The 2017 Mercedes-Benz SL550 makes 449 horsepower and 516 lb-ft of torque with the twin-turbocharged V8 powertrain and goes from 0-60 mph in 4.3 seconds, identical to Motortrend’s official claim.

2017 Mercedes-Benz SL550 0-60 mph time

2015 Mercedes-Benz SL550

The 2015 Mercedes-Benz SL550 features a 429-hp twin-turbo V8 engine which is mated to a 7-speed automatic transmission and hits the 0-60 mph mark in just 4.5 seconds. KBB also claims their 0-60 mph result for the car to be 4.5 seconds.

2015 Mercedes-Benz SL550 0-60 mph time

Model Name

Published 0-60 mph

Real World User 0-60 mph

2020 Mercedes-Benz SL450

4.9 seconds (KBB)

4.9 seconds

2020 Mercedes-Benz SL550

4.3 seconds (KBB)

4.3 seconds

2018 Mercedes-Benz SL450

4.9 seconds (KBB)

4.5 seconds

2017 Mercedes-Benz SL550

4.3 seconds (MT)

4.3 seconds

2015 Mercedes-Benz SL550

4.5 seconds (KBB)

4.5 seconds

Mercedes-Benz SL-Class

    Car
    Engine
    0-60 MPH
    Top Speed
    		SourceCompare
    		4.0L 8cyl Twin Turbo V8 9A3.6 sec-
    		3.0L 6cyl Twin Turbo V6 9A3.7 sec-
    		3.0L 6cyl Twin Turbo V6 9A4.3 sec-
    		3.0L 6cyl Twin Turbo V6 9A4.5 sec174 mph
    		4.7L 8cyl Turbo V8 7A4.5 sec-
    		4.7L 8cyl Turbo V8 7A4.5 sec172 mph

    Trim Wise 0-60

    Trims
    Configuration
    0-60 MPH
    		SourceCompare

    AMG SL 63

    Ranked #1

    		4.0L 8cyl AWD 9A3.1 sec

    AMG SL 55

    Ranked #2

    		4.0L 8cyl AWD 9A3.6 sec

    Competitor's 0-60

      Car Name
      0-60 MPH
      Quarter Mile
      Top Speed
      		SourceCompare
      		3.6 sec--
      		4.2 sec14 sec162 mph
      		4.73 sec14.5 sec157 mph
      2022 BMW Z4

      Ranked #4

      		5.2 sec14.6 sec-

      Other Mercedes-Benz Cars

        Car Name
        Engine
        0-60 MPH
        Top Speed
        		SourceCompare
        		4.0L 8cyl Turbo 9A3.41 sec-
        		4.0L 8cyl Turbo 9A3.91 sec-
        		3.0L 6cyl 9A4.1 sec-
        		2.0L 4cyl 8A4.1 sec-
        		4.0L 8cyl Turbo 9A4.24 sec-
        		3.0L 6cyl 9A4.29 sec-

        At Carhp, We make sure to deliver the most precise and reliable 0-60 mph timings sourced from a carefully curated selection of reputable sources. Our commitment to accuracy ensures that the 0-60 mph figures listed on our site truly represent the real-world performance capabilities of the vehicles. It's important to note that our comprehensive database comprises data from various sources, and factors such as vehicle weight, tire grip, road conditions, and altitude may influence these figures.