Mercedes-Benz SL
The Mercedes-Benz SL is a convertible model, produced 1980–2020, spanning 12 generations with 75 variants in the Cars-Data.com database. Generations covered include the SL (2022-), SL Facelift 2016 (2016-2020), SL R231 (2012-2016) and SL (2008-2012). The SL (2022-) generation is the most extensively documented, with 10 variants across engine options, transmissions, and trim levels. Each variant page provides engine displacement, power in HP and kW, 0–100 km/h acceleration, top speed, fuel consumption, CO₂ emissions, dimensions, and list price at launch.
Choose your SL generation.
How many generations does the Mercedes-Benz SL have?
The Mercedes-Benz SL has 12 generations with 75 total variants in the Cars-Data.com database. Each generation has its own page listing all variants with engine specs, performance figures, and consumption data.
What years was the Mercedes-Benz SL produced?
The Mercedes-Benz SL has been produced 1980–2020. Throughout this period the model evolved across multiple generations, each introducing new engine options, body styles, and technology upgrades.
What body type is the Mercedes-Benz SL?
The Mercedes-Benz SL is available as Convertible. These body styles reflect the different market positions and use cases the model has served across its production history.
How performance changed across generations
| Generation | Power | 0–100 km/h | Variants | Price |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| SL (1980-1985)1980–1985 | 201 hp | 9.8 s | 4 | €47k–€65k |
| SL (1985-1989)1985–1989 | 203 hp | 8.7 s | 8 | €63k–€84k |
| SL R129 (1989-1993)1989–1993 | 260 hp | 7.5 s | 6 | €91k–€174k |
| SL (1993-1995)1993–1995 | 266 hp | 8.0 s | 5 | €92k–€176k |
| SL (1995-1998)1995–1998 | 266 hp | 8.4 s | 5 | €95k–€176k |
| SL (1998-2001)1998–2001 | 266 hp | 8.1 s | 5 | €97k–€177k |
| SL R230 (2001-2006)2001–2006 | 368 hp | 5.9 s | 7 | €117k–€199k |
| SL Facelift 2006 (2006-2008)2006–2008 | 461 hp | 5.0 s | 5 | €121k–€302k |
| SL (2008-2012)2008–2012 | 436 hp | 5.5 s | 8 | €107k–€486k |
| SL R231 (2012-2016)2012–2016 | 430 hp | 4.9 s | 8 | €105k–€306k |
| SL Facelift 2016 (2016-2020)2016–2020 | 509 hp | 4.3 s | 4 | €135k–€319k |
| SL (2022-)2022–present | 515 hp | 3.9 s | 10 | €165k–€370k |