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Home arrow Tuned Cars arrow The BRABUS Tuning Program for the Mercedes SL (R 230)
The BRABUS Tuning Program for the Mercedes SL (R 230)
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Making the elegant lines of the new Mercedes SL even sportier and aerodynamically more efficient: The BRABUS designers pulled off this trick in masterful fashion. With an apparent love for good design they have created body components that make the roadster look even more attractive. At BRABUS form and function fit together as neatly as the body components manufactured from Pur-R-Rim in OEM quality.

Whether with 18-, 19- or even 20-inch diameter - BRABUS offers the right light-alloy wheels for any owner's liking. All BRABUS Monoblock rims - one-piece or multi-piece - are manufactured in OEM quality. As a Mercedes driver you shouldn't ask for less. In close cooperation with technology partners Michelin and Pirelli the BRABUS suspension engineers and test drivers have conducted extensive driving tests to determine the very best tire/wheel combinations. SL owners can choose from three different BRABUS wheel designs - but that's not all.

The product lineup ranges from BRABUS Monoblock A six-spoke wheels with general technical certificate in sizes 8.5Jx17 and 8.5Jx18 all the way to the especially exclusive 20-inch combination. In the latter size BRABUS offers a choice of Monoblock VI or the also fully polished Monoblock S wheels. Wheels in size 9Jx20 in front with 255/30 ZR 20 tires and 10.5Jx20 with 305/25 ZR 20 tires on the rear axle fill out the available space in the hweel houses perfectly. To further enhance the already impressive handling characteristics of the new Mercedes SL BRABUS developed several sport suspensions. For the SL 350 models with conventional steel springs there is a lowering kit or a sporty yet comfortable sport suspension. For all SL models with ABC suspension BRABUS developed an electronic module that lowers the ride height of the car by about 25 millimeters. BRABUS looks back on decades of experience in developing efficient and strong high-performance brake systems for Mercedes automobiles. The largest version for the SL comprises vented and perforated brake discs in mega-size 375 x 36 mm and 12-piston fixed calipers in front and vented and perforated 355 x 28 mm discs and six-piston fixed calipers on the rear axle.

BRABUS offers the world's largest selection of high-performance engines based on Mercedes engines. As the top-of-the-line engine for the new V6 engine of the SL 350 model the BRABUS engineers have developed a version with an increased displacement of four liters, a maximum power output of 332 hp / 244 kW and a peak torque of 420 Nm. For the new four-valve V8 generation of the SL 500 BRABUS offers the 6.1 S displacement engine. 462 hp / 340 kW at 6,200 rpm and a peak torque of 615 Nm at 3,100 rpm are the most important performance figures for this engine that like all BRABUS engines is operated exclusively with ARAL high-performance motor oil.

The SL 600 model can be performance-tuned in two ways. On the one hand there is the BRABUS T12 kit which boosts power output of the 12-cylinder bi-turbo engine to 570 hp / 419 kW and increases peak torque to 900 Nm.

The most powerful engine is the BRABUS SV12 S Biturbo displacement engine which normally powers the BRABUS ROCKET. By installing a specially designed millet-steel crankshaft, larger-diameter pistons with corresponding larger cylinder bore and precision-balanced piston rods displacement is increased from normally 5.5 to 6.3 liters. In addition the turbocharged V12 is fitted with two special larger turbochargers, a more efficient intercooling system, a stainless-steel high-performance exhaust system with metal catalysts and low back pressure. With 730 hp / 537 kW and a peak torque of an incredible 1,320 Nm the BRABUS engine sets new performance standards. In the car peak torque is limited electronically to 1,100 Nm. Power is transferred to the rear wheels via a modified five-speed automatic transmission and a special BRABUS locking differential. The entire drivetrain is operated with ARAL high-performance lubricants. With a sprint time for 0 - 100 km/h of just 4.0 seconds, 10.5 seconds for 0 - 200 km/h and an electronically limited top speed of 350 km/h, depending on tires and final drive ratio, the BRABUS S V12 S Biturbo roadster is one of the world's fastest sports cars. BRABUS tuning is also available for the SL 65: With BRABUS T 12 S performance kit the engine delivers an additional 40 hp / 29.4 kW. After the installation of a BRABUS T 65 S performance kit the engine will even produce 715 hp / 526 kW of power and a peak torque of 1,100 Nm. The BRABUS stainless-steel sport exhaust with four chromed tailpipes is a must for all SL owners who prefer an even sportier engine sound and a more striking rear appearance for their two-seater.

Exclusive, customized interiors are yet another BRABUS specialty. The list of exclusive accessories includes sill plates with illuminated BRABUS logo, ergonomically shaped safety steering wheels with airbag, heated rim and steering-wheel shifter, a speedometer with 360-km/h scale, and a genuine carbon interior trim package in various colors. Even the most far-reaching customer requests for customization are fulfilled in the company-own upholstery shop with especially exclusive BRABUS interiors masterfully handcrafted from especially soft yet durable BRABUS Mastik and Alcantara leathers.


BRABUS Engine Tuning


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For SL 350 (3-valve) up to 03/2006

  • BRABUS B9 (II) performance kit, 260 hp / 191 kW. Export only!
  • BRABUS 4.4 capacity increase, 325 hp / 239 kW, 430 Nm at 4,200 rpm

For SL 350 (4-valve) from 04/2006

  • BRABUS B7 performance kit, 287 hp / 211 kW.
  • BRABUS 4.0 capacity increase, 332 hp / 244 kW, 420 Nm at 4,200 rpm

For SL 500 (3-valve) up to 03/2006

  • BRABUS B11 performance kit, 336 hp / 247 kW
  • BRABUS 5.8 capacity increase, 400 hp / 294 kW, 597 Nm at 3,000 - 4,250 rpm
  • BRABUS 6.1 capacity increase, 426 hp / 313 kW, 621 Nm at 4,100 rpm
  • BRABUS 6.1 S capacity increase, 445 hp / 327 kW, 635 Nm at 4,500 rpm
  • BRABUS anti-slip differential. 40 per cent locking ratio.

For SL 500 (4-valve) from 04/2006

  • BRABUS B8 performance kit, 419 hp / 308 kW
  • BRABUS 6.1 capacity increase, 462 hp / 340 kW, 615 Nm at 3,100 rpm
  • BRABUS anti-slip differential. 40 per cent locking ratio.

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For SL 55

  • BRABUS K8 performance kit, 550 hp / 405 kW, 780 Nm at 3,000 rpm, 310 km/h (electronically limited)
  • BRABUS anti-slip differential. 40 per cent locking ratio.

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For SL 600

  • BRABUS T12 performance kit for SL 600 up to 03/2006, 570 hp / 419 kW, 900 Nm from 1,900 rpm
  • BRABUS T12 performance kit for SL 600 from 04/2006, 580 hp / 427 kW, 900 Nm from 1,900 rpm
  • BRABUS T13 performance kit, 630 hp / 463 kW, 1,000 Nm from 1,900 rpm
  • BRABUS SV12 Biturbo capacity increase, 640 hp / 471 kW, 1,026 Nm from 1.750 rpm, 310 km/h (electronically limited)
  • BRABUS SV12 S Biturbo capacity increase, 730 hp / 537 kW, 1,100 Nm (electronically limited)
  • BRABUS anti-slip differential. 40 per cent locking ratio.

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For SL 65

  • BRABUS T12 S performance kit, 652 hp / 479 kW, 1,100 Nm
  • BRABUS T65 S performance kit, 715 hp / 526 kW, 1,100 Nm (electronically limited)

BRABUS V-max Unit for SL 500


BRABUS Sport Exhaust Systems for all SL Models (R 230)


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BRABUS Bodystyling-Kit for all SL Models (R 230)


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BRABUS bodystyling components for all SL models up to 03/2006

  • BRABUS front apron with integrated front spoiler and 2 high beams and fog lights each
  • BRABUS Carbon front spoiler lip, for SL 55 and SL models with AMG bodystyling kit, not for SL 65
  • BRABUS side panels with integrated lights
  • BRABUS rear apron
  • BRABUS Carbon rear valance, for SL 55 and SL models with AMG bodystyling kit, not SL 65

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BRABUS bodystyling components for all SL models from 03/2006

  • BRABUS front apron with integrated front spoiler and 2 high beams and fog lights each
  • BRABUS side panels with integrated lights
  • BRABUS rear apron
  • BRABUS Carbon rear valance, for SL 55 and SL models with AMG bodystyling kit, not SL 65

BRABUS Light Alloy Wheels for all SL Models (R 230)


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  • BRABUS Monoblock A, six-spoke design, 8.5Jx17, one-piece, tires 255/45 R 17 FA + RA (only for SL 350 and SL 500)
  • BRABUS Monoblock A, six-spoke design, 8.5Jx18, one-piece, tires 255/40 R 18 FA + RA (not for SL 65)
  • BRABUS Monoblock IV, five hole design, 8.5Jx18 for front axle, multi-piece, tires 255/40 ZR 18 FA
  • BRABUS Monoblock IV, five hole design, 9.5Jx18 for front axle und rear axle, multi-piece, tires 255/40 ZR 18 FA + 285/35 ZR 18 RA
  • BRABUS Monoblock IV, five hole design, 10.5Jx18 for rear axle, multi-piece, tires 285/35 ZR 18 RA
  • BRABUS Monoblock V, spoke design, 8.5Jx18 for front axle, one- or multi-piece, tires 255/40 ZR 18 FA
  • BRABUS Monoblock IV, spoke design, 9.5Jx18 for front axle und rear axle, multi-piece, tires 255/40 ZR 18 FA + 285/35 ZR 18 RA
  • BRABUS Monoblock VI, double spoke design, 8.5Jx18 for front axle, one- or multi-piece, tires 255/40 ZR 18 FA
  • BRABUS Monoblock IV, double spoke design, 9.5Jx18 for front axle und rear axle, one- or multi-piece, tires 255/40 ZR 18 FA + 285/35 ZR 18 RA
  • BRABUS Monoblock S, double spoke design, 8.5Jx18 for front axle, tires 255/40 ZR 18 FA (not for SL 600 and SL 65)
  • BRABUS Monoblock S, double spoke design, 9.5Jx18 for rear axle with tires up to 285/35 ZR 18 RA (not for SL 600 and SL 65)
  • BRABUS Monoblock V, spoke design, 8.5Jx19 for front axle, multi-piece, tires 245/35 ZR 19 FA
  • BRABUS Monoblock V, spoke design, 9.5Jx19 for front axle und rear axle, multi-piece, tires 245/35 ZR 19 FA + 285/30 ZR 19 RA
  • BRABUS Monoblock V, spoke design, 10Jx19 for rear axle, multi-piece, tires 285/30 ZR 19 RA
  • BRABUS Monoblock VI, double spoke design, 8.5Jx19 for front axle, multi-piece, tires 245/35 ZR 19 FA
  • BRABUS Monoblock VI, double spoke design, 9.5Jx19 for front axle und rear axle, multi-piece, tires 245/35 ZR 19 FA + 285/30 ZR 19 RA
  • BRABUS Monoblock VI, double spoke design, 10Jx19 for rear axle, multi-piece, tires 285/30 ZR 19 RA
  • BRABUS Monoblock E, nine spoke design, 8.5Jx19 for front axle, tires 245/35 ZR 19 FA (not for SL 65)
  • BRABUS Monoblock E, nine spoke design, 9.5Jx19 for rear axle, tires up to 285/30 ZR 19 RA (not for SL 65)
  • BRABUS Monoblock S, double spoke design, 8.5Jx19 for front axle, tires 245/35 ZR 19 FA (not for SL 65)
  • BRABUS Monoblock S, double spoke design, 9.5Jx19 for rear axle, tires up to 285/30 ZR 19 RA (not for SL 65)
  • BRABUS Monoblock S, double spoke design, 10Jx19 for rear axle, tires up to 285/30 ZR 19 RA (not for SL 65)
  • BRABUS Monoblock V, spoke design, 9Jx20 for front axle, multi-piece, tires 245/35 ZR 20 FA
  • BRABUS Monoblock V, spoke design, 9.5Jx20 for rear axle, multi-piece, tires 285/30 ZR 20 RA
  • BRABUS Monoblock V, spoke design, 10Jx20 for rear axle, multi-piece, tires 285/30 ZR 20 RA
  • BRABUS Monoblock VI, double spoke design, 9Jx20 for front axle, multi-piece, tires 245/35 ZR 20 FA
  • BRABUS Monoblock VI, double spoke design, 9.5Jx20 for rear axle, multi-piece, tires 255/30 ZR 20 RA
  • BRABUS Monoblock VI, double spoke design, 10Jx20 for rear axle, multi-piece, tires 305/25 ZR 20 RA
  • BRABUS Monoblock E, nine spoke design, 9Jx20 for front axle, tires 245/35 ZR 20 FA
  • BRABUS Monoblock E, nine spoke design, 9.5Jx20 for rear axle, tires 255/30 ZR 20 RA
  • BRABUS Monoblock E, nine spoke design, 10.5Jx20 for rear axle, tires 305/25 ZR 20 RA
  • BRABUS Monoblock S, double spoke design, 9Jx20 for front axle, tires 245/35 ZR 20 FA
  • BRABUS Monoblock S, double spoke design, 9.5Jx20 for rear axle, tires 255/30 ZR 20 RA
  • BRABUS Monoblock S, double spoke design, 10.5Jx20 for rear axle, tires 305/25 ZR 20 RA
to the BRABUS Pitstop

Please note that different tire/wheel combinations might be approved for the various models of this vehicle. Please refer to the TÜV-certificate of the specific wheel! Additional information and prices are available from the friendly BRABUS sales team online at This e-mail address is being protected from spam bots, you need JavaScript enabled to view it or by phone at +49 / (0) 2041 / 77 7-0.

BRABUS Monoblock A
BRABUS Monoblock S
BRABUS Monoblock E


BRABUS Sport Suspensions and High Performance Brake Systems for all SL Models (R 230)


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BRABUS Interior


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  • BRABUS sport-steering-wheel, available in different versions.
  • BRABUS sport-steering-wheel with steering wheel shifting, available in different versions. For cars with automatic transmission.
  • BRABUS 360 km/h tachometer
  • BRABUS 220 mph tachometer
  • BRABUS Carbon trim in different colors
  • BRABUS gearshift-lever, available in different versions.
  • BRABUS stainless steel doorsill kickplates, polished, 2-piece set with illuminated BRABUS logo.
  • BRABUS floormats, velours, piping on demand, also available with leather edging.
  • BRABUS aluminium doorlock pins

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In addition, BRABUS makes individual interiors in the own saddlery according to the demands of the customer. The offer includes the completion of the ex-works leather equipment up to exclusive leather appointments in BRABUS Mastik-leather, an especially soft kind of leather, and Alcantara.

 
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