Mercedes-Benz SL63 AMG 0–60 Times
The Mercedes-Benz SL63 AMG 0–60 times and quarter-mile times below are from 5 recorded performance tests sourced from reputable automotive resources such as Car and Driver and Motor Trend and more.
The fastest tested Mercedes-Benz SL63 AMG is the 2013 Mercedes-Benz SL63 AMG Roadster, which went from 0 to 60 mph in 3.50 seconds, reaching the ¼ mile in 11.80 seconds at 123.0 mph, according to Motor Trend.
The slowest tested Mercedes-Benz SL63 AMG is the 2009 Mercedes-Benz SL63 AMG Roadster, which took 4.40 seconds to reach 60 mph, running the ¼ mile in 12.90 seconds at 112.0 mph, according to Car and Driver.
Out of all the Mercedes-Benz SL63 AMG tests in our database, the average 0–60 mph time is 3.90 seconds. The average quarter-mile time is 12.26 seconds at 118.40 mph.
Fastest 0–60
3.50sec
2013 Roadster · stock
Average 0–60
3.90sec
Across 5 runs
Avg ¼ Mile
12.26sec
@ 118.4 mph trap
Slowest 0–60
4.40sec
2009 Roadster
Across 5 verified runs, the Mercedes-Benz SL63 AMG ranges from 3.50 to 4.40 seconds 0–60, with a 3.90-second average.
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Mercedes-Benz SL63 AMG Performance Overview
Defined by V8 roadster performance, the SL63 AMG spans 2009 to 2015 here across 5 verified tests. The recorded story begins in the late R230 era, where the M156 6.2-liter naturally aspirated V8 delivered 518 hp and established the model’s baseline: the 2009 Roadster ran 0-60 in 4.0 seconds, while the slowest recorded run in this set is a 4.4-second 0-60 from a 2009 Roadster. Across the two R230 tests, average 0-60 performance sat at 4.2 seconds, reflecting the SL63’s initial naturally aspirated character.
Performance moved forward with the R231 generation from 2012, when the SL63 AMG adopted the twin-turbocharged M157 V8 and output rose from 530 to 577 hp. That change cut acceleration meaningfully: the 2013 Roadster reached 60 mph in 3.5 seconds and covered the quarter-mile in 11.8 seconds at 124 mph, both the quickest figures in this dataset. Across three R231 tests, average 0-60 dropped to 3.7 seconds. As covered by these 2009-2015 results, the SL63 AMG stands as a gasoline-only AMG roadster whose measured performance tightened from low-4-second launches to repeated mid-3-second 0-60 capability.
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Mercedes-Benz SL63 AMG 0–60 Times by Generation: R230 to R231
2 generations| Generation | Years | Avg 0–60 | Fastest 0–60 | Tests | Notes |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| R231 | 2012–2020 | 3.70s | 3.50s — 2013 Roadster | 3 | The R231 generation (2012–2020) averaged 3.70 seconds to 60 mph across 3 tests, led by the 2013 Roadster at 3.50 seconds. Output ranged from 530 to 577 hp across 5.5L Twin-Turbo V8 configurations. |
| R230 | 2003–2011 | 4.20s | 4.00s — 2009 Roadster | 2 | The R230 generation (2003–2011) averaged 4.20 seconds to 60 mph across 2 tests, led by the 2009 Roadster at 4.00 seconds. Output was 518 hp across 6.2L V8, 6.2l V8 configurations. |
R231
2012–2020
Avg 0–60
3.70s
Fastest
3.50s
Tests
3
2013 Roadster
The R231 generation (2012–2020) averaged 3.70 seconds to 60 mph across 3 tests, led by the 2013 Roadster at 3.50 seconds. Output ranged from 530 to 577 hp across 5.5L Twin-Turbo V8 configurations.
R230
2003–2011
Avg 0–60
4.20s
Fastest
4.00s
Tests
2
2009 Roadster
The R230 generation (2003–2011) averaged 4.20 seconds to 60 mph across 2 tests, led by the 2009 Roadster at 4.00 seconds. Output was 518 hp across 6.2L V8, 6.2l V8 configurations.
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Mercedes-Benz SL63 AMG 0–60 Times by Year and Trim
5 tests · 3 years
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2015 Mercedes-Benz SL63 AMG
1 verified run
Avg 0–60
4.00
sec
Avg ¼ Mile
12.30
sec
Recorded Tests
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#03
2015 Mercedes-Benz SL63 AMG Roadster
4.00sec 0–60
0.0s · 0mph
0.0s · 0mph
12.30s
¼ mi @ 118.0 mph
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- 0–60 mph
- 4.00 sec
- ¼ Mile ET
- 12.30 sec
- Trap Speed
- 118.0 mph
- Engine
- 5.5L Twin-Turbo V8
- Drivetrain
- RWD
- Transmission
- 7A
- Horsepower
- 577 hp
- Torque
- 664 lb-ft
- Curb Weight
- 4,122 lbs
- Power-to-Weight
- 7.1 lbs/hp
- MPG EPA
- 16 C / 25 H / 16 Obs
- Production Vehicle
- Body Type
- Roadster
- Powertrain
- Gasoline
- Test Source
- Car and Driver
- Overall Rank
- #3 of 5
How we verify Mercedes-Benz SL63 AMG performance data
We include only independently published road-test results from automotive publications. Manufacturer-claimed 0–60 times are excluded unless clearly labeled. When multiple publications test the same Mercedes-Benz SL63 AMG trim, each run is listed separately — weather, tires, surface, rollout, and instrumentation all affect results.
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Mercedes-Benz SL63 AMG 0–60 and quarter-mile distribution
0–60 vs ¼ mile · lower-left is fasterEach dot is a recorded test run
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Mercedes-Benz SL63 AMG performance FAQs
10 questions
The 2015 Mercedes-Benz SL63 AMG Roadster goes from 0-60 mph in 4.0 seconds. In the same verified run, it covered the quarter-mile in 12.3 seconds at 118 mph. That 2015 test car used the 577-hp twin-turbo M157 V8 with 664 lb-ft and rear-wheel drive.
The quickest SL63 AMG on record is the 2013 Roadster, which reaches 60 mph in 3.5 seconds. It is also the fastest quarter-mile SL63 AMG test, running 11.8 seconds at 124 mph. Across all 5 verified tests, the model averages 3.9 seconds to 60 mph.
The fastest stock Mercedes-Benz SL63 AMG on record is the 2013 Roadster at 3.5 seconds from 0-60 mph. Its run is also the quickest quarter-mile result for the model, at 11.8 seconds with a 124-mph trap speed. All 5 SL63 AMG tests on record are production vehicles.
The SL63 AMG Roadster has been tested 5 times, with a 3.9-second average 0-60 mph result and a best run of 3.5 seconds. Quarter-mile performance averages 12.26 seconds at 118.4 mph across those runs. Every SL63 AMG test on record is a Roadster, so those figures represent the body style directly.
The R231 Mercedes-Benz SL63 AMG is the quicker generation on record, averaging 3.7 seconds from 0-60 mph across 3 tests. Its fastest run is 3.5 seconds by the 2013 Roadster. R231 cars span 530 to 577 hp and use a twin-turbocharged gasoline powertrain.
The fastest R231 SL63 AMG on record is the 2013 Roadster, with a 0-60 mph time of 3.5 seconds. That makes it not only the quickest R231 example, but also the quickest SL63 AMG overall. Across 3 R231 tests, the generation averages 3.7 seconds to 60 mph.
The R230 Mercedes-Benz SL63 AMG averages 4.2 seconds from 0-60 mph across 2 verified tests. Its quickest recorded run is 4.0 seconds, set by the 2009 Roadster. R230 examples on record make 518 hp and use a naturally aspirated gasoline V8.
Yes. The R231 SL63 AMG averages 3.7 seconds from 0-60 mph, while the older R230 averages 4.2 seconds. The quickest R231 run is 3.5 seconds, compared with 4.0 seconds for the fastest R230. On record, the newer generation holds a clear straight-line advantage.
The slowest SL63 AMG 0-60 result on record is 4.4 seconds, posted by a 2009 Roadster. That still sits close to the R230 generation average of 4.2 seconds. Across all 5 SL63 AMG tests, the full model range averages 3.9 seconds from 0-60 mph.
Across 5 verified tests, the Mercedes-Benz SL63 AMG averages 12.26 seconds in the quarter-mile at 118.4 mph. The quickest quarter-mile result is 11.8 seconds at 124 mph by the 2013 Roadster. For the current 2015 model year, the recorded run is 12.3 seconds at 118 mph.
Sources
Car and Driver
Motor Trend
0–60 and quarter-mile times vary with driver, weather, tire temperature, and wear. We collect every verified run we can find — so you see the range of what a Mercedes-Benz SL63 AMG can do, not a single marketing claim.
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