SV12 S Biturbo roadster: 730 HP and 350 km/h
Mercedes-Benz SL by Brabus
The mightiest roadster on any road

MT, PR,
14th August 2006.

Following the latest update of the Mercedes-Benz SL-Class, Brabus engineers and designers got their sleeves up to boost even further the roadster sportiness and exclusivity.

Equipped with the Brabus SV12 S Biturbo twelve-cylinder twin-turbo engine that delivers 730 hp (+41.2%), the SL 600 becomes the world's most powerful roadster, with a 0–100 km/h figure of 4.0 seconds, up to 200 km/h in 10.9 seconds, on the way to an electronically limited top speed of... 350 km/h.

Despite the undeniable contribution of the turbo charging technology, boosting power by increasing displacement remains one of the core philosophies behind the Brabus SV12 S Biturbo engine. Hence, the displacement of the twelve-cylinder three-valve engine is increased from 5.5 to 6.3 litres with the help of a billet steel crankshaft, larger cylinder bore, special pistons and piston rods. The conversion also includes re-machining the cylinder heads and fitting them with special camshafts.

The peripherals of the twin-turbo engine also play an important role in the engine's power yield. For that reason, Brabus also developed a completely new boosting system with two larger turbochargers and more efficient intercoolers. Metal catalysts with low back pressure let the Brabus SV12 S Biturbo displacement engine breathe more freely.

Interaction between the new components is coordinated by a special mapping for engine electronics and on-board diagnostics, for an optimal symbiosis of maximum power yield and running smoothness, with clean emissions and fuel efficiency, relative to the available power of course. Like all Brabus high-performance engines, the most powerful engine in the product lineup is lubricated with ARAL Synthetic Oil.

In performance terms, the Brabus SV12 S Biturbo rated power output jumps 41.2 percent, from the standard 517 hp (380 kW) at 5,000 rpm, to 730 hp (537 kW) at just 5,100 rpm. Simultaneously peak torque grows 59 percent, from 830 Nm to 1,320 Nm, available from 2,100 rpm. However, custom engine mapping ensures that peak torque in the car is limited electronically to 1,100 Nm.

With a sprint time of 4.0 seconds from rest to 100 km/h, 10.5 seconds to 200 km/h, 29.5 seconds to 300 km/h and an electronically limited top speed of 350 km/h the Brabus SV S 12 Biturbo two-seater is one of the fastest sports cars in the world.

On the front, Brabus aerodynamic enhancement parts are available for all current SL models and give the SL a sporty yet elegant appearance while at the same time providing aerodynamic benefits. At high speeds they reduce lift on the front axle and thus further improve directional stability.

For the latest SL generation, the Brabus designers have developed a new front fascia whose sophisticated shape reduces lift on the front axle. The large central air inlet further optimizes cooling of engine and front brakes. The high-quality Pur-R-Rim Brabus front fascia with its four auxiliary headlights is designed to be fastened to the original mounting points and thus simply replaces the production bumper.

For the sides, the Brabus rocker panels smooth the air stream between the wheel arches and come with a useful extra feature: pushing a button on the keyless-entry remote or pulling on an inside door handle activates four LED entrance lights on either side of the car. They illuminate the ground next to the vehicle and help to avoid unfortunate missteps in the dark.

At the rear, the Brabus designer suit for the new SL is rounded out by the Brabus rear fascia with integrated diffuser. It too was designed to replace the original part and fits precisely in its place.

One-piece or multi-piece Brabus Monoblock light-alloy wheels can be mounted on the two-seater in various designs and diameters ranging from 17 to 20 inches. The largest possible version for the R 230 series SL features multi-piece Brabus Monoblock VI, S or E wheels in size 9Jx20 in front with size 255/30 ZR 20 tires. On the rear axle the wheels measure 10.5Jx20 with Pirelli or Yokohama tires in size 305/25 ZR 20.

For further improving the latest SL roadster handling, Brabus developed an electronic module for the ABC suspension that lowers the ride height by some 15 millimetres.

The Brabus high-performance brake system handles even extreme stress, thanks to its vented and cross-drilled 375x28-mm discs and 12- piston fixed callipers on the front axle. The rear axle features vented and cross-drilled 355x28-mm discs and six-piston fixed callipers.

On top of performance, design, suspension and brakes tuning, luxuriously customized interiors are another Brabus forte.

The list of available product ranges from exclusive accessories such as genuine carbon-fibre door sills with illuminated Brabus logo to ergonomically shaped sport steering wheels with heated rim and shift paddles.

Also available is a speedometer with 360-km/h dial and genuine carbon-fibre interior trim in various colours.

Additionally, the company-own upholstery shop creates exclusive Brabus interiors from a combination of especially soft and durable Brabus Mastik leather and Alcantara.

Market-specific prices, shipping costs and other Brabus tuning and interiors options can be accessed directly through the Brabus website.