DecodedCars2009 Mercedes-Benz SLR
Trims, performance, features, fuel economy, safety and known problems — with the pros and cons against similar 2009 models.
- Class
- Two Seaters
- Body styles
- Mclaren Roadster 2dr Conv
- Engines
- 5.4L 8-cyl
- Drivetrain
- Rear-Wheel Drive
- Fuel
- Premium Gasoline
- MPG (best)
- 13 combined · 12 city / 16 hwy
- Length
- 183.5 in
- Curb weight
- 4,023 lb
- NHTSA rating
- Not rated
- Recalls
- 0 campaigns
Pros & cons
What's good
- No recalls so far
Watch out for
- Below-average fuel economyBest version gets 13 MPG combined, 31% below the 2009 two seaters average of 18.9 MPG.
- Premium fuel requiredEvery gasoline version is rated for premium, which raises running costs.
Calculated from EPA, NHTSA and vPIC data against 7 similar 2009 models — not a review. How we calculate this →
Overview
The 2009 Mercedes-Benz SLR is a two seaters offered with a 5.4L 8-cyl engine and rear-wheel drive.
It measures about 184 inches long and 75 inches wide on a 106-inch wheelbase, with a curb weight of roughly 4,023 lb.
EPA rates its most efficient version at 13 MPG combined (12 city / 16 highway), 31% worse than the 2009 two seaters average of 18.9 MPG, for an estimated $6,300 a year in fuel.
There are no recalls or owner complaints on file with NHTSA for this model year.
What changed for 2009
No changes to engines, powertrains, drivetrains, size, EPA ratings or NHTSA crash rating compared with the 2008 SLR — a carry-over year in the data.
Compared with 2008; trim, feature and price changes aren't covered. See the 2008 SLR →
Dimensions & weight
| Body | Length | Width | Height | Wheelbase | Track F / R | Curb weight | Weight F/R |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Mclaren Roadster 2dr Conv | 183.5 in | 75.2 in | 49.6 in | 106.3 in | 65 / 62.6 in | 4,023 lb | 51/49 |
Transport Canada CVS (Open Government Licence – Canada), Canadian-market figures.
Will it fit your garage? Check with your measurements →Engines, MPG & running costs
| Version | Engine | Transmission | Drive | City / Hwy / Comb | vs. class | Fuel / yr | CO₂ g/mi |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| SLR | 5.4L 8-cyl | Automatic (S5) | Rear-Wheel Drive | 12 / 16 / 13 | -31% | $6,300 | 684 |
EPA estimates; "vs. class" is combined MPG against the 2009 EPA class average. How we calculate this →
Safety ratings & technology
NHTSA has not published 5-Star ratings for the 2009 Mercedes-Benz SLR under the current (2011+) test program.
Similar 2009 two seaterss
| Model | Best MPG / range | NHTSA overall | Recalls |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2009 Mercedes-Benz SLR (this car) | 13 MPG | Not rated | 0 |
| 2009 Porsche 911 | 19 MPG | Not rated | 0 |
| 2009 Audi R8 | 15 MPG | Not rated | 0 |
| 2009 Jaguar XK | 19 MPG | Not rated | 0 |
| 2009 Mercedes-Benz SLK-Class | 21 MPG | Not rated | 0 |
| 2009 Cadillac XLR | 18 MPG | Not rated | 0 |
| 2009 Lexus SC | 19 MPG | Not rated | 3 |
Recalls (0)
No vehicle recalls on file with NHTSA for the 2009 Mercedes-Benz SLR.
Check your VIN for open recalls at NHTSA ↗Not every 2009 Mercedes-Benz SLR is affected — only a VIN check confirms your car.
Owner-reported problems
No owner complaints for the 2009 Mercedes-Benz SLR in NHTSA's database since 2015.
Used 2009 Mercedes-Benz SLR buyer's checklist
- Run the VIN at nhtsa.gov/recalls. No recalls on file, but check anyway.
- Before you pay: service records, a history report and an independent inspection.
Generated by DecodedCars from NHTSA recalls and owner complaints for the 2009 Mercedes-Benz SLR. Not a substitute for a professional inspection.
Other SLR years
Compare all years →Sources: EPA, NHTSA, Transport Canada, Wikimedia Commons. Not affiliated with NHTSA, the EPA or Mercedes-Benz. How we calculate this →