Verified Performance Tests Updated Apr 2026 · 7 recorded runs

Mercedes-Benz SLS AMG 0–60 Times

The Mercedes-Benz SLS AMG 0–60 times and quarter mile times below are from 7 recorded performance tests sourced from reputable automotive resources such as Car and Driver, Motor Trend and Motor Week and more.

The fastest tested Mercedes-Benz SLS AMG is the 2011 Mercedes-Benz SLS AMG Coupe, which went from 0 to 60 mph in 3.5 seconds, reaching the ¼ mile in 11.60 seconds at 125.0 mph, according to Car and Driver.

The slowest tested Mercedes-Benz SLS AMG is the 2011 Mercedes-Benz SLS AMG Coupe, which took 3.9 seconds to reach 60 mph, running the ¼ mile in 11.80 seconds at 123.0 mph, according to Motor Week.

Out of all the Mercedes-Benz SLS AMG tests in our database, the average 0–60 mph time is 3.63 seconds The average quarter mile time is 11.69 seconds at 123.43 mph.

Fastest 0–60 3.5sec 2011 Coupe

Average 0–60 3.63sec Across 7 runs

Avg ¼ Mile 11.69sec @ 123.4 mph trap

Slowest 0–60 3.9sec 2011 Coupe

Across 7 verified runs, the Mercedes-Benz SLS AMG ranges from 3.5 to 3.9 seconds 0–60, with a 3.63-second average.

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Tests by model year

7 tests · 2 years

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2012

Mercedes-Benz SLS AMG · 3 verified runs

Avg 0–60 3.60 sec

Avg ¼ Mile 11.77 sec

Recorded Tests 3

#02

2012 Mercedes-Benz SLS AMG Coupe

3.6sec 0–60

0.0s · 0mph 0.0s · 0mph

11.70s ¼ mi @ 124.3 mph

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0–60 mph 3.60 sec

¼ Mile ET 11.70 sec

Trap Speed 124.3 mph

Engine 6.2L V8

Drivetrain RWD

Transmission 7A

MPG EPA 14 C / 20 H

Production Vehicle

Body Type Coupe

Powertrain Gasoline

Test Source Motor Trend

Overall Rank #2 of 7

#03

2012 Mercedes-Benz SLS AMG Roadster

3.6sec 0–60

0.0s · 0mph 0.0s · 0mph

11.80s ¼ mi @ 121.5 mph

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0–60 mph 3.60 sec

¼ Mile ET 11.80 sec

Trap Speed 121.5 mph

Engine 6.2L V8

Drivetrain RWD

Transmission 7A

MPG EPA 14 C / 20 H

Production Vehicle

Body Type Roadster

Powertrain Gasoline

Test Source Motor Trend

Overall Rank #3 of 7

#04

2012 Mercedes-Benz SLS AMG Roadster

3.6sec 0–60

0.0s · 0mph 0.0s · 0mph

11.80s ¼ mi @ 120.0 mph

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0–60 mph 3.60 sec

¼ Mile ET 11.80 sec

Trap Speed 120.0 mph

Engine 6.2L V8

Drivetrain RWD

Transmission 7A

MPG EPA 14 C / 20 H

Production Vehicle

Body Type Roadster

Powertrain Gasoline

Test Source Motor Week

Overall Rank #4 of 7

2011

Mercedes-Benz SLS AMG · 4 verified runs

Avg 0–60 3.65 sec

Avg ¼ Mile 11.63 sec

Recorded Tests 4

#01

2011 Mercedes-Benz SLS AMG Coupe

3.5sec 0–60

0.0s · 0mph 0.0s · 0mph

11.60s ¼ mi @ 125.0 mph

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0–60 mph 3.50 sec

¼ Mile ET 11.60 sec

Trap Speed 125.0 mph

Engine 6.2L V8

Drivetrain RWD

Transmission 7A

MPG EPA 14 C / 20 H / 16 Obs

Production Vehicle

Body Type Coupe

Powertrain Gasoline

Test Source Car and Driver

Overall Rank #1 of 7

#05

2011 Mercedes-Benz SLS AMG Coupe

3.6sec 0–60

0.0s · 0mph 0.0s · 0mph

11.50s ¼ mi @ 125.9 mph

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0–60 mph 3.60 sec

¼ Mile ET 11.50 sec

Trap Speed 125.9 mph

Engine 6.2L V8

Drivetrain RWD

Transmission 7A

MPG EPA 14 C / 20 H / 12.7 Obs

Production Vehicle

Body Type Coupe

Powertrain Gasoline

Test Source Motor Trend

Overall Rank #5 of 7

#06

2011 Mercedes-Benz SLS AMG Coupe

3.6sec 0–60

0.0s · 0mph 0.0s · 0mph

11.60s ¼ mi @ 124.3 mph

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0–60 mph 3.60 sec

¼ Mile ET 11.60 sec

Trap Speed 124.3 mph

Engine 6.2L V8

Drivetrain RWD

Transmission 7A

MPG EPA 14 C / 20 H / 10.8 Obs

Production Vehicle

Body Type Coupe

Powertrain Gasoline

Test Source Road & Track

Overall Rank #6 of 7

#07

2011 Mercedes-Benz SLS AMG Coupe

3.9sec 0–60

0.0s · 0mph 0.0s · 0mph

11.80s ¼ mi @ 123.0 mph

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0–60 mph 3.90 sec

¼ Mile ET 11.80 sec

Trap Speed 123.0 mph

Engine 6.2L V8

Drivetrain RWD

Transmission 7A

MPG EPA 14 C / 20 H / 16 Obs

Production Vehicle

Body Type Coupe

Powertrain Gasoline

Test Source Motor Week

Overall Rank #7 of 7

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Performance distribution

0–60 vs ¼ mile · lower-left is faster

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Frequently asked

6 questions

The quickest Mercedes-Benz SLS AMG on record is the 2011 Mercedes-Benz SLS AMG Coupe, which runs 0–60 mph in 3.5 seconds and clears the quarter-mile in 11.60 seconds at 125.0 mph.

The slowest recorded Mercedes-Benz SLS AMG is the 2011 Mercedes-Benz SLS AMG Coupe, which takes 3.9 seconds to reach 60 mph and runs 11.80 seconds in the quarter.

Averaged across all 7 verified runs, a Mercedes-Benz SLS AMG reaches 60 mph in 3.63 seconds and completes the quarter-mile in 11.69 seconds at roughly 123.4 mph.

We have verified test data for 2 model years. Each year shows every recorded run, the publication that measured it, and the trim-level details.

Every figure is sourced from published road tests by Car and Driver, Motor Trend, Motor Week and Road & Track. We don't use manufacturer claims — only independently timed runs — so the numbers reflect what the car actually does.

0–60 and quarter-mile results depend on driver technique, ambient temperature, tire condition, road surface, altitude, and testing instrumentation. A published figure is a single sample, not an absolute — which is why we show the range of verified runs rather than one number.

Sources

Car and Driver

Motor Trend

Motor Week

Road & Track

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 SLS AMG can do, not a single marketing claim.

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