Year
| Pros | Cons | What's New |
|---|---|---|
World-class performance | Rivals offer better set of standard and optional equipment | All-new model |
Stunning looks and luxurious interiors | Poky cabin setup | |
Exceptional V8 powertrain | ||
Agile braking system |
$183,000
price563 hp @ 6800 rpm
horsepower479 lb.-ft. @ 4750 rpm
torque7-Speed Automated Manual
transmission6.2L 8cyl RWD 7AM
engine-
basic warrantyCompeting in the midsize coupe, the 2011 Mercedes-Benz SLS AMG Coupe is a direct competitor to the Audi R8 Coupe, the Bentley Continental GT Coupe, and the Porsche 911 Turbo S Coupe. With a standalone trim, the SLS AMG starts off at an MSRP of $183,000. It is offered with a 6.2L V8 and a 7-speed dual-clutch automatic transmission, producing 563 horsepower and 479 lb-ft of torque. Through this powertrain, the SLS AMG manages a 0-60 of 3.7 seconds and a combined fuel economy of 16 MPG.
The SLS AMG Coupe comes very well equipped justifying its beefy price tag. Among its interior features are heated leather front seats, a COMAND infotainment system, a 6-speaker sound system, and more. Aside from that, you can also invest in options like carbon ceramic brakes, adaptive or performance suspensions, and different wheels.
Car Name | 0-60 MPH | Quarter Mile | Top Speed | Source | Compare | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
2011 Mercedes-Benz SLS AMG Ranked #1 | 3.15 sec | 11.5 sec | 188 mph | |||
2011 Chevrolet Corvette Z06 Ranked #2 | 3.32 sec | - | - | |||
2011 Porsche 911 Turbo Ranked #3 | 3.4 sec | 11.7 sec | 165 mph | |||
2011 Nissan GT-R Ranked #4 | 3.6 sec | - | - | |||
2011 Porsche 911 GT3 Ranked #4 | 3.6 sec | - | - | |||
2011 Chevrolet Corvette ZR1 Ranked #5 | 3.77 sec | 14.7 sec | 133 mph |
Car Name | MPG City | MPG Highway | MPG Combined | Fuel Tank Capacity | Range (C/H) | Source | Compare | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
2011 Mercedes-Benz SLS AMG Ranked #5 | 14 mpg | 20 mpg | 16 mpg | 22.4 gal. | 313.6/448 mi. | |||
2011 Porsche 911 Carrera Ranked #1 | 19 mpg | 25 mpg | 21 mpg | 16.9 gal. | 304.2/422.5 mi. | |||
2011 Chevrolet Corvette Ranked #2 | 15 mpg | 26 mpg | 19 mpg | 18 gal. | 288/468 mi. | |||
2011 Chevrolet Corvette Grand Sport Ranked #2 | 16 mpg | 26 mpg | 19 mpg | 18 gal. | 288/468 mi. | |||
2011 Porsche 911 Turbo Ranked #2 | 17 mpg | 24 mpg | 19 mpg | 17.7 gal. | 283.2/424.8 mi. | |||
2011 Chevrolet Corvette Z06 Ranked #3 | 15 mpg | 24 mpg | 18 mpg | 18 gal. | 270/432 mi. |
Car Name | Length | Width | Height | Ground Clearance | Wheelbase | Source | Compare | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
2011 Mercedes-Benz SLS AMG Ranked #9 | 182.6 in. | 76.3 in. | 49.3 in. | 6 in. | 105.5 in. | |||
2011 Mercedes-Benz AMG CL 63 Ranked #1 | 200.2 in. | 73.7 in. | 55.8 in. | 5 in. | 116.3 in. | |||
2011 Mercedes-Benz AMG CL 65 Ranked #2 | 199.4 in. | 73.7 in. | 55.8 in. | 5 in. | 116.3 in. | |||
2011 Maserati GranTurismo Ranked #3 | 192.2 in. | 75.4 in. | 53.3 in. | 4 in. | 115.8 in. | |||
2011 Bentley Continental Supersports Ranked #4 | 189.1 in. | 76.6 in. | 54.3 in. | 4.5 in. | 108.1 in. | |||
2011 Aston Martin DBS Ranked #5 | 185.9 in. | 75 in. | 50.4 in. | 4 in. | 107.9 in. |
Car Name | Trunk Capacity | Passenger Volume | Max Trunk Volume | Source | Compare | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
2011 Mercedes-Benz SLS AMG Ranked #13 | 6.2 cu.ft. | - | 6.2 cu.ft. | |||
2011 Aston Martin Vantage S Ranked #1 | 10.6 cu.ft. | 177.8 cu.ft. | 10.6 cu.ft. | |||
2011 Chevrolet Corvette Ranked #2 | 22.4 cu.ft. | 52 cu.ft. | 22.4 cu.ft. | |||
2011 Chevrolet Corvette Z06 Ranked #3 | 22.4 cu.ft. | 52 cu.ft. | 85 cu.ft. | |||
2011 Bentley Continental Supersports Ranked #4 | 13.1 cu.ft. | 125.3 cu.ft. | 74.7 cu.ft. | |||
2011 Aston Martin DB9 Ranked #5 | 6.6 cu.ft. | 78 cu.ft. | 6.6 cu.ft. |
Car Name | Cargo Volume | Cargo Volume w/ Seat Area | Max Cargo Volume | Bed Length | Source | Compare | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
2011 Mercedes-Benz SLS AMG Ranked #1 | 6.2 cu.ft. | 6.2 cu.ft. | 6.2 cu.ft. | - | |||
2011 Nissan GT-R Ranked #2 | 8.8 cu.ft. | 8.8 cu.ft. | 8.8 cu.ft. | - | |||
2011 Porsche 911 GT3 Ranked #3 | 3.7 cu.ft. | 3.7 cu.ft. | 3.7 cu.ft. | - | |||
2011 Aston Martin Vantage S Ranked #4 | 108.4 cu.ft. | 10.6 cu.ft. | 10.6 cu.ft. | - | |||
2011 Aston Martin Virage Ranked #5 | 35.9 cu.ft. | 6.6 cu.ft. | 6.6 cu.ft. | - | |||
2011 Bentley Continental Supersports Ranked #6 | 74.7 cu.ft. | 13.1 cu.ft. | 74.7 cu.ft. | 76 ft. |
Car Name | Payload Capacity | Weight | Source | Compare | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
2011 Mercedes-Benz SLS AMG Ranked #1 | - | 3573 lbs. | |||
2011 Porsche 911 GT3 Ranked #1 | 800 lbs. | 3075 lbs. | |||
2011 Maserati GranTurismo Ranked #1 | 816 lbs. | 4147 lbs. | |||
2011 Chevrolet Corvette ZR1 Ranked #1 | - | 3333 lbs. | |||
2011 Chevrolet Corvette Ranked #1 | - | 3208 lbs. | |||
2011 Audi R8 Ranked #1 | 551 lbs. | 3715 lbs. |
