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The 2010 Mercedes-Benz SLS AMG (C197) is a grand tourer produced by Mercedes-Benz's AMG division that entered production in 2010.

It is the successor to the Mercedes-Benz SLR McLaren and was directly inspired by the classic Mercedes-Benz 300SL.

The powerplant of the SLS AMG is an M159 6.2L V8 engine which is based on the M156 engine. It is the first car that was developed independently by AMG and the chassis and body were the first aluminium construction ever made by Mercedes-Benz.

The car received several variants throughout its lifespan, including a more hardcore Black Series and an all-electric, all-wheel-drive Electric Drive. Production of the SLS ended in 2014 after 350 units of the GT Final Edition variant rolled off the production line. The SLS AMG was succeeded by the Mercedes-AMG GT.

Games[]

Need for Speed: Hot Pursuit (2010)[]

The SLS AMG appears in Need for Speed: Hot Pursuit (2010) as a Super Series racer vehicle, and as an SCPD Rapid Deployment unit.

The racer vehicle is unlocked upon the player earning a total of 497,500 racer bounty. The SCPD unit is unlocked upon the player earning a total of 317,500 cop bounty.

The car can reach a higher top speed than the Porsche 911 GT3 RS although it doesn't handle as well due to its heavier weight.

The SLS AMG fares well in Pursuits compared to other cars in its category due to its durability.

Shift 2: Unleashed[]

The SLS AMG appears in Shift 2: Unleashed as a Modern B Road class vehicle with a rating of 1070 and a price tag of $183,000. It has a handling rating of 3.66.

"Speedhunters"[]

A special "Speedhunters" variant of the SLS AMG is featured in the Speedhunters pack. It has an A 1500 performance rating and a 4.86 handling rating. Players can purchase it for free.

Need for Speed: The Run[]

The SLS AMG appears in Need for Speed: The Run as an Exotic class car.

Its inclusion was revealed by the official Need for Speed website on November 5, 2011.

Stock

The stock SLS AMG is unlocked upon the player achieving a Bronze Medal in all "Windy City" events in the Challenge Series.

NFSTR MercedesBenz SLSAMG Stock
Top Speed: 197 mph (317 km/h)
0 to 60 Time: 4.0s
BHP: 571 @ 6,800 rpm
Performance: Tier 4
Handling: Challenging
Class: Exotic
Drivetrain: RWD
Value: $185,000.00
Manufacture Year: 2010

"Bling"

The "Bling" Signature Edition SLS AMG is unlocked upon the player reaching Driver Level 27.

NFSTR MercedesBenz SLSAMG Bling
Top Speed: 223 mph (359 km/h)
0 to 60 Time: 3.7s
BHP: 715 @ 6,800 rpm
Performance: Tier 5
Handling: Challenging
Class: Exotic
Drivetrain: RWD
Value: $185,000.00
Manufacture Year: 2010

"Garret"

The "Garret" Signature Edition SLS AMG is unlocked upon the player defeating Calvin Garret in Stage 10 of The Run.

NFSTR MercedesBenz SLSAMG Garret
Top Speed: 223 mph (359 km/h)
0 to 60 Time: 3.7s
BHP: 715 @ 6,800 rpm
Performance: Tier 5
Handling: Challenging
Class: Exotic
Drivetrain: RWD
Value: $185,000.00
Manufacture Year: 2010

Need for Speed

The Need for Speed Edition SLS AMG is unlocked upon the player beating 30 Autolog recommendations.

NFSTR MercedesBenz SLSAMG NFS
Top Speed: 223 mph (359 km/h)
0 to 60 Time: 3.7s
BHP: 715 @ 6,800 rpm
Performance: Tier 5
Handling: Challenging
Class: Exotic
Drivetrain: RWD
Value: $185,000.00
Manufacture Year: 2010

"Old Spice"

The "Old Spice" Signature Edition SLS AMG requires the Old Spice 'Smell Faster' Pack and is unlocked upon the player achieving a Gold Medal in all "Old Spice" events in the Challenge Series.

NFSTR MercedesBenz SLSAMG OldSpice
Top Speed: 197 mph (317 km/h)
0 to 60 Time: 4.0s
BHP: 576 @ 6,800 rpm
Performance: Tier 4
Handling: Challenging
Class: Exotic
Drivetrain: RWD
Value: $185,000.00
Manufacture Year: 2010

Need for Speed: Most Wanted (2012)[]

The SLS AMG appears in Need for Speed: Most Wanted (2012) as a Grand Tourer class car that can be found at various Jack Spots throughout Fairhaven City. It is unlocked upon reaching SpeedLevel 11 in multiplayer.

It is featured with powerful acceleration that is up on par with the fastest Sports class cars such as the Lamborghini Gallardo LP 570-4 Spyder Performante alongside a high top speed comparable to the Bentley Continental Supersports ISR Convertible. The handling of the SLS is prone to oversteer but easy to control, making it suitable for long drifts.

Need for Speed: Most Wanted (2012) (Mobile)[]

The Mercedes-Benz SLS AMG appears in the mobile release of Need for Speed: Most Wanted (2012) in the GT category. It boasts balanced stats with slightly higher acceleration and speed in its category and costs $350,000.

NFS Edition[]

A NFS Edition that improves the car in every performance aspect can be purchased for $600,000.

Need for Speed: Hot Pursuit Remastered[]

The SLS AMG appears in Need for Speed: Hot Pursuit Remastered as a car tier 3 vehicle available to cops and racers.

It has a high top speed and is very durable, but has poor handling.

Cop[]

The SLS AMG Interceptor is an SCPD Rapid Deployment unit unlocked upon earning 317,500 cop bounty.

HPR SCPDGarage MercedesBenzSLSAMG
Rapid Deployment Unit - Cop (Tier 3)
"A Whole New Breed of Supercar"
Earn 317,500 cop bounty.

Top Speed: 197 mph (317 kph)

0 to 62: 3.70s

BHP: 563 @ 6,800

Drive: Rear-Wheel

Price: $290,000

Year: 2010

Racer[]

The SLS AMG is a Super Series racer unlocked upon earning 427,500 racer bounty.

HPR RacerGarage MercedesBenzSLSAMG
Super Series - Racer (Tier 3)
"A Whole New Breed of Supercar"
Earn 427,500 racer bounty.

Top Speed: 197 mph (317 kph)

0 to 62: 3.70s

BHP: 563 @ 6,800

Drive: Rear-Wheel

Price: $290,000

Year: 2010

Trivia[]

  • In Need for Speed: Hot Pursuit (2010) and Need for Speed: Hot Pursuit Remastered, the SLS AMG can be selected with either a AMG Le Mans Red, AMG Daytona Blue, Obsidian Black, AMG Desert Gold, AMG Imola Grey, AMG Alubeam Silver, or an Iridium Silver body paint colour.
  • In the Nintendo Wii and 3DS releases of Need for Speed: The Run, the rear spoiler does not function.

Gallery[]

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