Tag: SL AMG

  • Mercedes-Benz Adds 2LOOK Edition To SL AMG Range

    Mercedes-Benz-SL-AMG-2LOOK-Edition-THUMBMercedes-Benz SL 63 AMG and the SL 65 AMG are getting a 2LOOK Edition version, which shows-off sports- and dynamic style. The new editions feature a combination of exclusive interior and exterior equipment, which make the SL AMG even more exclusive. In addition, the luxury German company has announced that from this month the SL 63 AMG is equipped with an updated version of the V8 engine which delivers 585 hp (430 kW).

    Some of the highlights here include a vario-roof, the cross-strut in the AMG front apron, exterior mirror housings, fins on the wings and bonnet, surrounds of the LED daytime running lamps, spoiler lip on the tail end and the diffuser insert in the AMG rear apron. They are all painted in high-gloss black.

    At the back, the tailpipe trim elements of the AMG sports exhaust system include a black chrome-plated finish. The contrasting high-gloss chrome has been used for the twin louvre of the radiator grille and the AMG lettering.

    The 2LOOK Edition will run on large 48.3 cm (19-inch) or 50.8 cm (20-inch) AMG 10-spoke forged wheels. They are painted in matt black and include a high-sheen finish, and the red-painted brake callipers.

    Inside, the driver and passenger sit in AMG sports seats feature an embossed AMG emblem in the backrest. They are wrapped in exclusive Nappa leather carrying the AMG-specific diamond pattern. There is also a contrasting trim in designo platinum white pearl nappa leather.

    The door centre panels also sport the AMG-specific diamond design. In addition, the designo leather in platinum white pearl adorns the side sections of the armrests, the doors and the centre armrest. This exclusive look is further highlighted by an AMG performance steering wheel in nappa leather andAlcantara with a bezel in high-gloss black. The steering wheel also features white contrasting topstitching.

    One of the most exciting news here is that from mid-June the SL 63 AMG will be driven by an engine output of 585 hp (430 kW) and 900 newton metres (664 lb-ft) of torque. This means that the current variant which produces 537 hp (395 kW) will be discontinued. The same will happen with the car with the AMG Performance package and 564 hp (415 kW). The SL 63 AMG will also get as a standard an AMG rear axle locking differential.

    Mercedes-Benz SL 63 AMG and the SL 65 AMG 2LOOK Editions will be available at dealers from mid-June with a starting price of € 169,991 for the SL 63 and € 244,188 for the SL 65 variant.

    Mercedes-Benz SL AMG 2LOOK Edition Data:

    SL 63 AMG SL 65 AMG
    Engine/cylinders V8 biturbo V12 biturbo
    Displacement 5461 cc 5980 cc
    Output 430 kW (585 hp)
    at 5500 rpm
    463 kW (630 hp)
    at 5500 rpm
    Max. torque 900 Nm

    at 2250-3750 rpm

    1000 Nm

    at 2300-4300 rpm

    Fuel consumption

    NEDC combined

    9.9 l/100 km 11.6 l/100 km
    CO2 emissions 231 g/km 270 g/km
    Efficiency class F G
    Acceleration

    0-100 km/h

    4.2 s 4.0 s
    Top speed 250 km/h 250 km/h

    Source: Mercedes-Benz

  • 2013 Mercedes SL 65 AMG [video]

    Mercedes-Benz has released a promotion video of their all new SL 65 AMG. The roadster comes with brutal V12 engine, completely restyled exterior and some other interesting gadgets.

    The SL 65 AMG is powered by a 6.0 liter bi-turbo V12 with 630PS (463 kW) and 1000Nm (738 lb-ft) of torque. It is mated to a 7G-tronic automatic gearbox. 0-100 km/h in 4.0 seconds flat and a top speed of 250 km/h (155 mph) – eletrocnially limited. The gearbox features a new fuel economy torque converter, bearings designed for reduced friction loss and transmission-oil thermal management system. It has an ECO Start/Stop system further improving the fuel efficiency.

    The power is transmitted to the road through AMG rear differential giving perfect traction at any road conditions.  The SL 65 also comes with AMG performance brake system and Active Body Control with two settings – “Sport” and “Comfort”.  The interior is inspired by the staggering SLS AMG.

    Check out the video below.

    httpv://www.youtube.com/watch?v=dXUMFIV0wqI

    Source: Worldcarfans via Youtube

  • A New 5.5 liter V8 engine – made by AMG

    Mercedes-AMG has developed a new 5.5-litre V8 engine, which will first be introduced in the upcoming 2012 SLK 55 AMG. Thanks to a fuel saving of around 30% compared to the existing AMG 5.5-litre V8 engine, the naturally aspirated, high-revving eight-cylinder demonstrates the great innovative strength of AMG.

    The engine is based on the M157 unit, which is a 5.5 liter twin-trubo V8, which was introduced by the company, last year.

    The new M152 boasts 422PS (310 kW) and 540 Nm (398 lb-ft) of torque.

    The fuel consumption of 8.5 litres per 100 kilometres – combined cycle is 3.5 litres less than that of the preceding model. This is thanks to a cylinder shut-off system that can reduce the V8 to a four-cylinder which has just 230 Nm (170 lb-ft) of torque.

    AMG M152 V8 Engine
    AMG M152 V8 Engine

    “Top performer for fuel economy and maximum output: with the new 310 kW (422 hp) AMG 5.5-litre V8 engine we have once again created a real masterpiece. The M152 sets an outstanding example for efficiency, while demonstrating the creativity and expertise of our engineers, who took their inspiration from Formula 1 when developing the cylinder shut-off system. This makes the new, naturally aspirated eight-cylinder the perfect power unit for the new SLK 55 AMG, which will celebrate its premiere at the International Motor Show in Frankfurt/Main in the autumn,” commented Ola Källenius, Chairman of Mercedes-AMG GmbH.

    “Thanks to the innovative AMG Cylinder Management system and other high-tech components, our newly developed AMG M152 naturally aspirated eight-cylinder engine achieves the fuel economy of a four-cylinder with the muscular power delivery and emotional sound experience of a V8. A sports car engine with technology taken from Formula 1 – I am convinced that the new SLK 55 AMG will meet the high expectations of all sports car fans,” said Friedrich Eichler, head of powertrain development at Mercedes-AMG GmbH.

    AMG M152 V8 Side
    AMG M152 V8 Side

    AMG M152 5.5-litre V8 engine:

    Displacement
    5461 cc
    Bore x stroke
    98.0 x 90.5 mm
    Compression ratio
    12.6 : 1
    Output
    310 kW (422 hp) at 6800 rpm
    Max. torque
    540 Nm at 4500 rpm
    Engine weight (dry)
    187 kg
    Power/weight ratio
    0.44 kg/hp
    *provisional figures

    AMG M152 V8 Valves
    AMG M152 V8 Valves
    AMG M152 V8 Crankshaft
    AMG M152 V8 Crankshaft
    AMG M152 V8 Cylinder Head
    AMG M152 V8 Cylinder Head
    AMG M152 V8 Exhaust
    AMG M152 V8 Exhaust

    Source: Mercedes-Benz