2013 Mercedes-Benz SLS AMG GT

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Rating7.7
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$199,500 - $206,000
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Nathan Dyer 

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Updated on November 3, 2023

ProsConsWhat's New

Invigorating V8 engine

Impractical Gullwing doors

No significant changes

Agile braking system

Tall drivers may find the cabin uncomfortable

Arresting looks with the gullwing doors

Pool of standard features

Specs & Features

$199,500

price

563 hp @ 6800 rpm

horsepower

479 lb.-ft. @ 4750 rpm

torque

7-Speed Automated Manual

transmission

6.2L 8cyl RWD 7AM

engine

-

basic warranty

Overview

Competing in the midsize coupe segment, the 2013 Mercedes-Benz SLS AMG GT Coupe is a direct competitor to the Ferrari 458 Italia Coupe, the Aston Martin DB9 Coupe, the Porsche 911 Turbo S Coupe. The Mercedes-Benz SLS AMG GT starts off at an MSRP of $199,500, with a single trim in the lineup. This single trim is offered with a 6.2L V8 engine and 7-speed automated manual transmission, producing 583 horsepower and 479 lb-ft of torque. Through this powertrain, the Mercedes-Benz SLS AMG GT manages a 0-60 of 3.9 seconds and a combined fuel economy of 15 MPG.

Buying Advice

In spite of the SLS AMG GT Coupe coming in only one trim, there are a number of options available. Furthermore, you have plenty of options like forged-alloy wheels, carbon-ceramic brakes with gold-painted calipers, a wide array of carbon-fiber exterior and interior parts, AMG Performance Media and an 11-speaker Bang & Olufsen surround-sound audio system.

Trims

    Base
    $199,500 onwards
    • 19-inch polished AMG forged aluminum Wheels
    • 1St row LCD monitor
    • A-Spec Sport Seats
    • Dual zone automatic front air conditioning
    • Front passengers heated-cushion
    • Heated mirrors
    • Rear Fog/driving lights
    • Remote keyless entry
    • Seek-Scan Radio
    • Sirius AM/FM/Satellite

Compare to similar cars

Price

$199,500- $206,000

Engine

Gasoline

Rating

7.67

Horsepower

563 hp @ 6800 rpm

Torque

479 lb.-ft. @ 4750 rpm

Capacity

2

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$183,700- $198,700

Gasoline

8.24

510 hp @ 6500 rpm

457 lb.-ft. @ 5500 rpm

4

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$108,350- $114,650

Gasoline

8.34

560 hp @ 6000 rpm

500 lb.-ft. @ 1500 rpm

4

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$74,900- $96,700

Gasoline

8.55

315 hp @ 5800 rpm

330 lb.-ft. @ 1400 rpm

4

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$111,600

Gasoline

7.05

638 hp @ 6500 rpm

604 lb.-ft. @ 3800 rpm

2

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$75,600

Gasoline

7.5

505 hp @ 6300 rpm

470 lb.-ft. @ 4800 rpm

2

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$56,000- $59,600

Gasoline

7.93

430 hp @ 5900 rpm

424 lb.-ft. @ 4600 rpm

2

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$49,600- $111,600

Gasoline

7.78

430 hp @ 5900 rpm

424 lb.-ft. @ 4600 rpm

2

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$126,000- $142,900

Gasoline

7.61

454 hp @ 7000 rpm

384 lb.-ft. @ 4750 rpm

4

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$213,200

Gasoline

7.12

621 hp @ 4800 rpm

738 lb.-ft. @ 2300 rpm

4

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2013 Mercedes-Benz SLS AMG GT vs competitor's 0-60

    Car Name
    0-60 MPH
    Quarter Mile
    Top Speed
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    3.15 sec11.7 sec190 mph
    2.89 sec13.2 sec150 mph
    3.4 sec--
    3.5 sec--
    3.77 sec13.4 sec150 mph
    3.78 sec-120 mph

    2013 Mercedes-Benz SLS AMG GT vs competitor's MPG

      Car Name
      MPG City
      MPG Highway
      MPG Combined
      Fuel Tank Capacity
      Range (C/H)
      SourceCompare
      13 mpg19 mpg15 mpg22.5 gal.292.5/427.5 mi.
      23 mpg33 mpg26 mpg18.5 gal.425.5/610.5 mi.
      19 mpg27 mpg22 mpg16.9 gal.321.1/456.3 mi.
      16 mpg26 mpg19 mpg18 gal.-
      16 mpg26 mpg19 mpg18 gal.288/468 mi.
      16 mpg23 mpg19 mpg19.5 gal.312/448.5 mi.

      2013 Mercedes-Benz SLS AMG GT vs competitor's dimensions

        Car Name
        Length
        Width
        Height
        Ground Clearance
        Wheelbase
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        182.6 in.76.3 in.49.7 in.6 in.105.5 in.
        200.2 in.73.7 in.55.8 in.5 in.116.3 in.
        199.4 in.73.7 in.55.8 in.5 in.116.3 in.
        2013 BMW M6

        Ranked #3

        192.8 in.82.9 in.54.1 in.4 in.112.2 in.
        192.8 in.74.6 in.53.9 in.5 in.112.4 in.
        192.2 in.75.4 in.53.3 in.4 in.115.8 in.

        2013 Mercedes-Benz SLS AMG GT vs competitor's trunk space

          Car Name
          Trunk Capacity
          Passenger Volume
          Max Trunk Volume
          SourceCompare
          6.2 cu.ft.-6.2 cu.ft.
          2013 BMW M6

          Ranked #1

          11 cu.ft.88 cu.ft.11 cu.ft.
          5 cu.ft.-4.8 cu.ft.
          34.3 cu.ft.95.9 cu.ft.68.6 cu.ft.
          5 cu.ft.78 cu.ft.65.7 cu.ft.
          22.4 cu.ft.-22.4 cu.ft.

          2013 Mercedes-Benz SLS AMG GT vs competitor's cargo space

            Car Name
            Cargo Volume
            Cargo Volume w/ Seat Area
            Max Cargo Volume
            Bed Length
            SourceCompare
            6.2 cu.ft.6.2 cu.ft.6.2 cu.ft.-
            68.6 cu.ft.34.3 cu.ft.68.6 cu.ft.-
            65.7 cu.ft.5 cu.ft.65.7 cu.ft.-
            2013 BMW M6

            Ranked #4

            71.3 cu.ft.11 cu.ft.11 cu.ft.-
            15.7 cu.ft.22.4 cu.ft.22.4 cu.ft.-
            8.8 cu.ft.8.8 cu.ft.8.8 cu.ft.73 ft.

            2013 Mercedes-Benz SLS AMG GT vs competitor's towing capacity

              Car Name
              Payload Capacity
              Weight
              SourceCompare
              -3573 lbs.
              -3208 lbs. -
              -3333 lbs.
              -4147 lbs.
              -4940 lbs.
              840 lbs.3829 lbs.

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