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How much horsepower does a 2003 SL55 AMG have?

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Michael Henderson

Published Feb 28, 2026

How much horsepower does a 2003 SL55 AMG have?

493 hp
2003 Mercedes-Benz SL55 AMG/Horsepower

Is Mercedes SL55 a supercar?

Without diminishing the “regular” SL’s incredible refinement and comfort, the SL55 overlays a level of performance that raises it to the status of true supercar capability.

How fast is a Mercedes SL55 AMG?

General performance

Top speed250 kph (155 mph)
Est. 0 – 100 mph – 015.5 s @ 1263 ft
Est. max acceleration0.71 g (7 m/s²)
Est. emissions356 g/km
100 kph – 036 m (120 ft)

How much is a Mercedes sl55 AMG?

About the Mercedes-Benz SL 55 AMG

ConvertibleOriginal MSRP/PriceTransmission
SL-Class 2dr Roadster 5.5L AMG$129300 / $1202495-Speed Shiftable Automatic

What does AMG mean on a Mercedes?

Aufrecht Melcher Großaspach
The AMG®designation on certain Mercedes Benz vehicles stands for “Aufrecht Melcher Großaspach.” The first two words are the last names of Mercedes’ founders, Hans- Werner Aufrecht and Erhard Melcher. The last word, Großaspach, is the name of a city in Germany where Aufrecht was born.

What years did Mercedes make the SL55 AMG?

Engines

ModelYears[email protected]
SL 5002002–2006306 PS (225 kW; 302 hp)@5600
SL 55 AMG2003–2006500 PS (368 kW; 493 hp)@6100
SL 6002003–2006500 PS (368 kW; 493 hp)@5000
SL 65 AMG2004–2006612 PS (450 kW; 604 hp)@4800–5100

What is the value of a 2003 Mercedes sl500?

2003 Mercedes-Benz SL-Class Retail Prices

TrimMSRPCarGurus Instant Market Value
SL 500$86,710$16,530
SL 600$113,970N/A
SL AMG 55$113,970$28,001

What is high mileage for Mercedes?

Is there anything better than getting rewarded for something you love to do? The Mercedes-Benz Classic High Mileage Award is presented to owners whose vehicles have logged 155,000 miles or more, as verified by an official Mercedes-Benz dealer representative.

How much does a Mercedes SL63 cost?

The 2019 Mercedes-AMG SL63 has a Manufacturer’s Suggested Retail Price (MSRP) of about $155,000, a figure that doesn’t include a destination fee of $995.

Are AMG cars worth it?

They are the best cars to drive in their respective line-ups (and also the quickest), but come with huge running costs for fuel, tax, and insurance. If you love driving, want a Mercedes and have a deep wallet, the AMG models really are the only way to go.

What are the most common problems with the Mercedes-Benz SL55 AMG?

Perhaps the most common issue on the SL55 AMG revolves around the ABC suspension, this isn’t just specific to the SL series but any other Mercedes that shares the same components until it was addressed after 2007 with the introduction of ABC II.

How much does a 2003 Mercedes Benz SL55 cost?

Early model SL55s can be had in low $20,000 mark. This absolutely a great bang for the buck. 2003 was the introductory year for the SL55 in the USA but it had actually been on sale in Europe starting in 2002. As with all first model year cars, there are bound to be issues and the SL55 was no exception.

When did the Mercedes Benz SL55 come out in the US?

2003 was the introductory year for the SL55 in the USA but it had actually been on sale in Europe starting in 2002. As with all first model year cars, there are bound to be issues and the SL55 was no exception.

How long do Mercedes SL55 tires last?

Otherwise, general maintenance isn’t bad at all. Rear tires will generally last 10k – 15k miles max because of the available on demand torque. You should also note that fuel economy is not a strong point of the SL55 and it’s not uncommon to average below 15 MPGs.