Mercedes-Benz SL (R230) 2006-2008 SL55 AMG 510bhp remap figures
Thinking of remapping a Mercedes-Benz SL SL55 AMG 510bhp? The standard car makes 510bhp and 720Nm; with a Stage 1 remap from our Leicester workshop we expect around 538bhp and 749Nm, up to +28bhp and +29Nm.
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Stage 1 remap figures
A Stage 1 remap is a software-only change to the ECU on an otherwise standard car. It needs no extra parts, which makes it the usual starting point.
| Stock | Vanguard expected | Expected gain, up to | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Power | 510 bhp | 538 bhp | +28 bhp |
| Torque | 720 Nm | 749 Nm | +29 Nm |
All maps at a glance
| Map | Power | Torque | Expected gain, up to |
|---|---|---|---|
| Stock | 510 bhp | 720 Nm | |
| Stage 1Maximum software-only performance | 538 bhp | 749 Nm | +28 bhp +29 Nm |
| Stage 1 EcoPerformance with economy in mind | 531 bhp | 747 Nm | +21 bhp +27 Nm |
| Eco mapEconomy first | 529 bhp | 745 Nm | +19 bhp +25 Nm |
Who is the Stage 1 map for?
- Drivers who want a sharper throttle and a small, honest gain from software alone.
- Owners who would rather keep the car standard in every other way.
- Anyone who wants the fullest software-only map for this engine, accepting that the gain is modest without a turbocharger.
What this means for your SL
Naturally aspirated petrol engines have no boost to raise, so gains from software alone are more modest than on a turbocharged car and come from fuelling, ignition and throttle response.
The ECU recorded for this variant is a Bosch ME2.8. We read the ECU on your car and compare it with the software listed here before any work starts, so you know what to expect before you commit.
We remap at our Belgrave Gate workshop in Leicester, or at your home or work within 30 miles, and every job starts with a diagnostic check.
Please note: these are expected figures, not guarantees. Real results vary with the condition of the vehicle, the ECU software version, fuel quality and the hardware fitted. Some options - including Stage 2 and anything that needs extra hardware - are for off-road or competition use only. We check every vehicle first and confirm what is achievable before any work starts.
Figures reviewed 22 October 2026.
Stage 1 questions
How much power does the Stage 1 map give the Mercedes-Benz SL SL55 AMG 510bhp?
We expect 538bhp and 749Nm against 510bhp and 720Nm as standard: up to +28bhp and +29Nm. These are expected figures, and we confirm what is achievable on your own car after a diagnostic check.
Does a Stage 1 remap need any extra parts on the Mercedes-Benz SL SL55 AMG 510bhp?
No. Stage 1 is a software-only change to the ECU on an otherwise standard car.
Is there a gentler map than Stage 1 for this engine?
Yes, two. Stage 1 Eco is performance with economy in mind: 531bhp and 747Nm expected. The Eco map is economy first: 529bhp and 745Nm. Both still sit above the standard 510bhp and 720Nm.
Do I need to tell my insurer about a remap?
Yes. A remap is a modification, so you should declare it to your insurer.
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Other petrol variants
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- SL63 AMG 517bhp 2008-2011
- SL55 AMG 500bhp 2002-2006
- SL600 Bi-Turbo 500bhp 2003-2006
- SL 500 382bhp 2008>
- SL 350 310bhp 2008>
- SL 500 306bhp 2002>
- SL 350 245bhp 2003>
- SL 300 227bhp 2009>
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