The 2025 Mercedes-Benz SL is certified across 4 configurations with 2L Gas-Electric Hybrid Engine, 4L Plug-in Hybrid Powertrain, 4L 8-Cylinder Engine powertrain options. Available drivetrain layouts include Rear-Wheel Drive, All-Wheel Drive paired with Automatic 9-spd. EPA classified under the Minicompact Cars size category.
Official laboratory certification specifications for each factory engine, transmission, and drivetrain permutation
| Configuration / Model | Engine & Displacement | Cylinders | Induction / Tech | Transmission | Drivetrain | Fuel System |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| AMG SL43 Minicompact Cars | 2L Gas-Electric Hybrid Engine | 4 | Hybrid Electric Assist | Automatic 9-spd | Rear-Wheel Drive | Premium |
| AMG SL63 S E Performance Minicompact Cars | 4L Plug-in Hybrid Powertrain | 8 | Hybrid Electric Motor + Engine | Automatic 9-spd | All-Wheel Drive | Premium and Electricity |
| AMG SL63 4matic Plus Minicompact Cars | 4L 8-Cylinder Engine | 8 | Naturally Aspirated | Automatic 9-spd | All-Wheel Drive | Premium |
| AMG SL55 4matic Plus Minicompact Cars | 4L 8-Cylinder Engine | 8 | Naturally Aspirated | Automatic 9-spd | All-Wheel Drive | Premium |
Federal classification standards and standard active driver assistance system capabilities
Minicompact Cars
Standard passenger body configuration
Evaluated under federal safety compliance standards.
Cross-reference fuel economy, safety ratings, owner defect complaints, and recall notices
Vehicle summary, key performance indicators, and primary reliability metrics.
EPA certified city/highway fuel economy, electric battery range, and annual fuel costs.
NHTSA 5-Star NCAP crash tests, rollover risk, and active driver assistance.
NHTSA consumer defect complaint filings by affected vehicle component.
Official safety recall notices, defect descriptions, and free dealer remedies.
Direct, deterministic answers synthesized from verified United States government databases for the 2025 Mercedes-Benz SL
The 2025 Mercedes-Benz SL is certified with 2L and 4L 4-Cylinder / 8-Cylinder engine options across factory configurations.
Certified specifications reflect official EPA emissions and fuel economy filings under 40 CFR Part 600.
Yes. The 2025 Mercedes-Benz SL is available with Rear-Wheel Drive and All-Wheel Drive configurations depending on trim package.
Drivetrain layout affects vehicle curb weight, traction capabilities, and EPA-certified fuel economy ratings.
Factory certification records list Automatic 9-spd transmission architectures for the 2025 Mercedes-Benz SL.
Transmission specifications represent factory certified equipment tested for emissions and fuel economy compliance.
Powertrain, transmission, drivetrain, and regulatory classification specifications on this page are derived directly from the United States Environmental Protection Agency (EPA) and National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA) official laboratory certification registries under 40 CFR Part 600.
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