Mercedes-Benz SL 500 V8 - 388hp Remap
Expected gains of +20 BHP and +40 Nm torque
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Standard
388 hp
Tuned
408 hp
Torque+40 Nm (8%)
Standard
530 Nm
Tuned
570 Nm
Suitability
Limited (3.5/10)Gains Profile
Limited headroomHeadroom
LowMercedes-Benz SL 500 V8 - 388hp ECU Remapping
Considering an ECU remap for your Mercedes-Benz SL 500 V8 - 388hp? A Stage 1 remap can take this R230 - 2001 - 2011 petrol engine from 388 BHP to 408 BHP and from 530 Nm to 570 Nm of torque (naturally aspirated). This engine scores 3.5/10 for remap suitability. Get a free personalised quote from a trusted remap professional and find out exactly what your Mercedes-Benz SL can achieve.
How this engine compares
- 18thof 21 Mercedes-Benz SL engines by power gain
- 14%of the 9,842 engines we hold gain data for see a smaller power increase
- 21%of engines with torque data see a smaller torque increase
Comparisons are calculated from our own recorded Stage 1 figures.
Assessment
The Mercedes-Benz SL 500 V8 - 388hp is a 5.5L naturally aspirated petrol engine producing 388 BHP and 530 Nm from the factory. With a typical Stage 1 remap, output increases to approximately 408 BHP and 570 Nm — a gain of around 20 BHP (5%) and 40 Nm (8%).
This engine has limited remap suitability, though the available headroom is limited, so gains are modest compared to higher-output variants. The tuning headroom is classified as limited, based on the percentage gain available from the factory output.
Considerations: Naturally aspirated engine: gains are usually limited; results vary widely.. High tuned torque: check transmission torque capacity and service history.
All figures shown are typical estimates based on aggregated Stage 1 data for this engine variant. Actual results depend on vehicle condition, mileage, and the chosen tuning method. We recommend discussing your specific vehicle with a qualified remap professional.
Considerations
!Naturally aspirated engine: gains are usually limited; results vary widely.
!High tuned torque: check transmission torque capacity and service history.
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