The new 2012 Mercedes-Benz SL has been formed almost entirely with aluminum and, as a result, weighs nearly 125kg less than the SL predecessor.
The aluminum bodyshell and lower weight means the car is a lot more
agile and easier to handle than previous Mercedes-Benz SL cars. The
aluminum shell isn't the only outstanding new feature of the 2012 SL,
either!
Engine
The BlueDIRECT engines in the new SL are far more powerful and yet up
to 29% more economical than other SL engines. The fact that the car is
carrying a lot less weight also aids less fuel consumption and increases
the dynamism of the car.
In comparison to other SL versions, the 2012 edition offers a lot
more comfort to drivers, thanks to the lengthening the body and the
slight increase in width of the car. While the car has slightly larger
dimensions that what you'd normally expect, it means there's a lot more
space for you to enjoy inside the car (both shoulder room and elbow room
have increased).
New Features
Several new features have been incorporated into the new SL including
the unique and highly efficient Magic Vision Control system and the
Front bass system. The Magic Vision Control system allows your
windscreen to be wiped clean without obscuring your vision since it
doesn't splash water across the whole windscreen. Fully heated wipers
are also available for the first time, so you can stop ice forming on
your wiper blades during cold weather.
The other unique feature, the Front bass system, uses free space near
the footwells to increase bass resonance. Even when you have the top
down, you'll still get crisp audio.
Existing features including the retractably vario-roof (now available
as painted, glass or a panoramic roof that uses Magic Sky control) and
the operating mechanisms have been modified. The roof now takes under 20
seconds to open/close completely!
As usual, the new SL follows the long-standing Mercedes-Benz
tradition and has provided us with another aesthetically honed and
luxurious new car that has been finished with the fine materials, style
and character that you'd expect from Mercedes-Benz.
Specifications
| Vehicle Type: Coupe | Base Price: £68,360.00 |
| Fuel Tank Capacity: 21 gallons (80 liters) | Miles Per Gallon: 20 city / 39 hwy |
| Length: 179.5 in. (456 cm) | Wheel Base: 100.7 in. (256 cm) |
| Height: 51.8 in. (131.7 cm) | Width: 71.6 in. (182 cm) |
| Engine: 24 Valve V6 | Displacement: 3498 cc |
| Horsepower: 315 HP | Max RPM: 6500 RPM |
| Torque: 265 lb-ft @ 4900 rpm | Transmission: 7-Speed Automatic |
| 0-60 mph: 6.2 seconds | Maximum Speed: 155 mph (249 km/h) |
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