Brabus tunes 2009 Mercedes-Benz SL-Class
The updated 2009 Mercedes SL has been touched by Brabus. The upgraded cars get upgraded engines, a dressed-up exterior, new light-alloy wheels with diameters of up to 20 inches, suspension tuning and custom interior design.
The top power source for the SL 600 is the BRABUS SV12 S Biturbo engine, developed originally for the BRABUS ROCKET, the world’s fastest sedan. A strong 720 hp of power and a whopping peak torque of 973 lb-ft, electronically limited in the car to 811 lb-ft, are the result of numerous modifications. During the displacement increase from 5.5L to 6.3L the engine’s interior is completely reworked. In addition the engine is fitted with a more efficient turbocharging system and a stainless-steel high-performance exhaust system with metal catalysts. Power is transferred via a reinforced five-speed automatic transmission and a special BRABUS limited-slip differential that is available for all SL models.
A sprint time of 4.0 seconds from rest to 62 mph, 10.5 seconds to 124 mph and – depending on final drive ratio and tire speed rating – an electronically limited top speed of 219 mph make the BRABUS SV12 S Biturbo roadster one of the world’s fastest sports cars.
BRABUS tuning is also available for the SL 65: The BRABUS T 12 S performance kit increases power output by 40 hp . The BRABUS T 65 S power kit bumps power output to 705 hp and peak torque to 811 lb-ft.
The SL 63 AMG also receives some added power with BRABUS B63 S tuning. Sport air filter, high-performance metal catalysts and newly programmed engine electronics add 40 hp to the power output of the fast-revving V8 engine, and increase top speed to 200 mph.
The four-valve-V8 engine of the SL 550 with BRABUS 6.1 S displacement increase produces 456 hp of power and a peak torque of 453 lb-ft. The BRABUS 4.0 displacement engine with 327 hp of power and 310 lb-ft of torque is available for the V6 four-valve engines of the SL 280 and SL 350.
The stainless-steel Brabus sport exhaust system with four chrome-plated tailpipes is available for all models. The front of the SL receives a front apron that replaces the production bumper. It features LED daytime running lights as well as auxiliary high beams and fog lamps, and reduces lift on the front axle at high speeds. The rocker panels each have three entrance lights integrated into their underside. LED lights illuminate the ground on either side of the vehicle. The custom rims can be had at anywhere from 17-inch to 20-inch sizes.
For the base models with conventional suspension, Brabus offers its sport springs. For all SL models with ABC active suspension BRABUS has developed an electronic module that lowers the ride height, while sport sway bars reduce body roll. Brakes are also upgraded, with the largest option featuring vented and cross-drilled front discs measuring 14.8 by 1.4 inches, and adding 12-piston fixed calipers. The rear discs measure 14.0 by 1.1 inches, and come with six-piston fixed calipers.
Brabus also customizes the interior of the two-seater by upping the level of luxury. The list of products includes scuff plates with illuminated BRABUS-logo, an ergonomically shaped sport steering wheel with shift paddles, and an exclusive custom interior crafted from with leather and alcantara.