With the Chicago Auto Show being held this week, here are the most important debuts:
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Mercedes officially revealed the SL63 and SL65 AMG. The SL63 AMG comes to replace the old-version SL55 AMG, a model with a power of 510 hp. Its replacement, the SL63 AMG is powered by aAMG 6.3-litre V8 engine that develops 525 hp and 630 Nm – which makes it today’s most powerful model with a V8 naturally aspirated engine in its class.
The most important thing about the new SL63 AMG is that it comes exclusively with the all-new, innovative AMG SPEEDSHIFT MCT 7-speed sports transmission. The newly developed power transfer concept features a compact, wet start-up clutch that replaces the conventional torque converter. The resulting direct connection to the powertrain, together with the double-declutching and Race Start functions, guarantees an extremely emotional, supremely dynamic driving experience.
In the same time with the SL63 AMG, Mercedes also launched the SL65 AMG, a model powered by a AMG 6.0-litre V12 biturbo engine that develops 612 hp and 1000 NM of torque. The SL65 AMG makes the 0 to 60 mph sprint in 4.2 seconds and its top speed is electronically limited to 155 mph.
The European prices for the all-new AMG models are: SL 63 AMG: €145,239.50, SL 65 AMG: €221,518.50 and an extra €11,305 for the Performance Package SL 63 AMG.
Press release after the jump.
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Mercedes today unveiled the new generation SL-Class that will make its world debut in March at the Geneva Motor Show. The new generation brings a new design, more sportier and better performance, and also a new entry-level model and a new engine for the SL350.
The 2009 SL-Class features a new front-end design featuring as its centrepiece a wide and, therefore, very dominant radiator grille whose V‑shape symbolises sporty virtues such as forwards thrust and performance potential.
At the rear the new-generation SL demonstrates its sporty nature even more clearly than before. This is achieved above all by a new, diffuser-look bumper which adds a motorsport touch. In conjunction with the equally new trapezoidal exhaust tailpipes this design element emphasises the width of the body, further symbolising the power just waiting to be unleashed by the roadster.
The new version, the SL280 is powered by a V6 engine that delivers 231 hp and a peak torque of 300 Nm from 2500 rpm. The 0 to 60 mph sprint is made in 7.8 seconds, and fuel consumption (NEDC) is just 9.4 litres per 100 kilometres.
The SL350 is powered by a new V6 powerplant that brings the sporty qualities of the new SL generation right to the fore. The engine responds instantaneously to movements of the accelerator pedal and can rev up to 7200 rpm in order to make full use of its power reserves in certain driving situations. Compared to the previous 3.5-litre engine, the output has been boosted by 16 percent to 316 hp (at 6500 rpm), while the peak torque has been increased by 10 Nm and now stands at 360 Nm. This powerplant accelerates the new SL 350 from 0 to 100 km/h in a mere 6.2 seconds.
Top of the class are still the SL500 powered by a V8 engine with an output of 388 hp and the SL600, powered by a V12 engine with an output of 517 hp.
Press release after the jump.
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Mercedes will unveil the facelift SL at the Geneva Motor Show, but this is not the end. An even more powerful version is on its way. Called SL65 Black Series and coming with an output of 670 hp, it will compete with Porsche 911 GT2 and Lamborghini Murcielago. It will be launched in autumn 2008. Production will be limited to only 400 units; each priced at £193,000.
Under the hood there will be the same V8 engine as in the SLR. Maximum power will be 670bhp and a maximum torque of 737lb ft, restricted to 555lb ft in first and second gears to protect the drivetrain.
More about SL65 Black Series’ design after the jump.
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We have no doubt about it: Mercedes will very soon reveal the 2009 Sl-Class facelift! After the two official images we brought you yesterday, here are another five! The Sl-Class will make its official debut in March at the Geneva Motor Show.
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The 2009 Mercedes SL-Class facelift will be unveiled in March at the Geneva Motor Show. But until then here are the first official images of the roadster.
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Mercedes Germany revealed the first image of the SL 65 AMG facelift. It will be powered by a 6.0 liter V12 biturbo engine that delivers 612 hp and a peak torque of 1000 NM.
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The latest issue of the Autobild magazine features a few renderings of the future Mercedes SL-Class. And if it’s to consider that Autobild is al the time very close to the real car, we might have a pretty good idea of how the production car will look. Not bad at all!
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Perhaps reflecting the realities of the market for the vehicle, Mercedes appears to have been shooting the new SL in Dubai, in preparation for the advertising accompanying its anticipated introduction.
But, that provided the opportunity for someone else to take a picture.
The new SL is a facelift of the old one, differing mostly in front. The headlights also appear to have changed, to give more of a family resemblance to newer models. There are also new vents in the front (...)
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