Mercedes AMG has launched the brand new SL 55 in India with costs ranging from Rs 2.35 crore (ex-showroom, India). The roadster incorporates a 2+2 seating structure and a cloth roof, and is being introduced in as a CBU.

Now in its seventh technology, the SL technically replaces the S-Class cabriolet, the AMG GT Roadster and the sixth-gen SL within the German model’s world line-up. Interestingly, the SL additionally brings again the ’55’ title to a Mercedes-AMG mannequin – the G55 SUV was the final one till manufacturing ceased in 2012.

1. The new SL roadster is powered by 476hp, 4.0 twin-turbo V8
2. Gets 8 exterior color choices and three roof colors
3. Features an 11.9-inch touchscreen, Burmester sound system and extra

Mercedes-AMG SL 55 powertrain

Powering the AMG SL 55 is a 4.0-litre twin-turbo, V8 petrol engine good for 476hp and 700Nm that’s mated to a 9-speed automated gearbox, which sends energy to all 4 wheels through Merc’s 4Matic+ system. The SL 55 is claimed to do 0-100kph in 3.9sec and has a prime pace of 295kph. The SL additionally will get rear axle steering as commonplace. 

Mercedes AMG SL 55 dimensions, exterior

The SL 55 roadster is 4,705mm lengthy, 1,915mm huge and has a peak of 1,359mm – which marks a rise of 88mm, 38mm and 44mm, respectively. The wheelbase too has been prolonged by 117mm to 2,700mm to accommodate the brand new rear seats.

Prominent design particulars of the brand new SL embody the massive Panamericana entrance grille, angular LED headlight, an extended bonnet with two energy domes, a closely raked windscreen, quad exhausts and 20-inch alloys as commonplace. Buyers can even go for bigger 21-inch alloys with a distinct design.

For the primary time for the reason that fourth-generation SL, the brand new SL incorporates a triple-layer cloth roof. Claimed to weigh 21kg lower than the steel roof utilized by the earlier gen, it’s operated by a swap on the centre console or through the infotainment show. It could be deployed at speeds of as much as 60kph and takes 16 seconds to open or shut. There are additionally three color choices for the material roof – Black, Dark crimson and Grey.

Mercedes is providing the SL 55 in eight paint shades: Obsidian black, Selenite gray, Hyper blue, Alpine gray, Opalite white vibrant, Spectral blue magno, Patagonia crimson vibrant and Monza gray magno.

Mercedes AMG SL 55 inside and options

Inside, the SL follows Mercedes’ latest fashions just like the S-Class and C-Class, and adopts an 11.9-inch vertically oriented touchscreen, which could be adjusted to sit down at angles between 12deg and 32deg. It runs the newest technology of Mercedes’ MBUX working system and affords a variety of show selections – together with bespoke AMG and soft-top show modes. The touchscreen is paired with a 12.3-inch LCD driver show and an non-obligatory heads-up show behind the AMG twin-spoke steering wheel.

Buyers have 5 inside upholstery choices to select from – Black Nappa leather-based and microfibre with crimson stitching, Black Nappa leather-based, Sienna brown Nappa leather-based, Truffle brown Nappa leather-based and Black Nappa leather-based and microfibre with yellow stitching. There are additionally two inside trim choices, aluminium and carbon fibre, and two seat choices, AMG sports activities seats and AMG efficiency seats. 

Other options embody a Burmester sound system, an Airscarf perform that directs heat air in the direction of the pinnacle and neck of entrance occupants to fight buffeting when the roof’s down and the non-obligatory AMG Track Pace programme that data over 80 units of knowledge for as much as 10 occasions per second whereas on the observe.

Mercedes AMG SL 55 rivals

In India, the Mercedes AMG SL 55 will rival the likes of the Porsche 911 Carrera S Cabriolet (Rs 2.18 crore) and Lexus LC 500h (Rs 2.39 crore).

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