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Production |
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Engine |
6.3
liter V8 |
Weight |
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Aspiration |
natural |
Torque |
479
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HP |
591
hp @ 6800 rpm |
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HP/Liter |
93.8
hp per liter |
1/4 mile |
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0-62 mph |
3.7
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Top Speed |
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(from Mercedes-Benz
Press Release) Mercedes-Benz at the 2012 Paris Motor Show:
Four world premieres
Mercedes-Benz SLS AMG GT: Enhanced
driving dynamics
The new Mercedes-Benz
SLS AMG GT boasts enhanced driving dynamics and even better race
track performance. With a maximum output of 435 kW (591 hp), the
optimised AMG SPEEDSHIFT DCT 7-speed sports transmission and the
redeveloped AMG RIDE CONTROL Performance suspension, the SLS AMG GT
– which is available both as a Coupé and a Roadster – has raised the
bar even higher. As a further highlight, the new high-quality AMG
designo Exclusive STYLE leather is now also available as an optional
extra for all SLS AMG models. According to Tobias Moers, Board
Member and Head of Overall Vehicle Development for Mercedes-AMG
GmbH: "The new SLS AMG GT demonstrates the sort of potential which
lies in AMG's super sports cars. With its even higher levels of
performance, the SLS AMG GT excites out on the race track in
particular by providing an emotionally enjoyable and passionate
driving experience."
Masculine and decidedly
athletic: with darkened headlamps and tail lights as well as
red-painted brake callipers, the new SLS AMG GT also features a
unique look. The wing-shaped cross fins and the star recess in the
radiator grille also retain a high-gloss finish, as do the exterior
mirrors and the fins on the bonnet and wings. The AMG logo on the
right of the boot lid also features the additional letters "GT".
One look at the
technical specifications highlights the fact that AMG has succeeded
in enhancing the dynamic profile of the SLS AMG GT even further. The
maximum output of the AMG 6.3-litre V8 front mid-engine is 435 kW
(591 hp) at 6800 rpm, while the maximum torque is 650 Nm at 4750
rpm. The SLS AMG GT accelerates from zero to 100 km/h in 3.7
seconds, and can reach a speed of 200 km/h in 11.2 seconds.
Mercedes-AMG has
achieved the output of 435 kW (591 hp) through in-engine
dethrottling measures in conjunction with an increase in peak
pressure. The GT version of the AMG 6.3-litre eight-cylinder front
mid-engine responds with even greater agility to accelerator pedal
movements and excites with even sportier-tuned performance
characteristics. The AMG SPEEDSHIFT DCT 7‑speed sports transmission
located on the rear axle is more direct and spontaneous in the
manual "M" transmission mode: thanks to newly developed gear change
functions and optimised transmission control, it has been possible
to shorten reaction time significantly. When changing gears manually
via the real metal shift paddles on the AMG Performance steering
wheel, control commands right through to the noticeable gear change
are executed markedly quicker than previously – all of which is
ideal when striving to achieve some ambitious lap times on a
closed-off race circuit.
The reaction time
experienced by the driver is made even more emotional as a result of
more distinct gear changes. The automatic double-declutching
function when shifting down is also more pronounced in the SLS AMG
GT. Due to an increase in engine torque in manual mode, the shift
procedure is even quicker than previously – and is accompanied by
some passionate acoustic feedback for the driver. Overall, the
optimisation of the dual clutch transmission complements the sporty
nature of the SLS AMG GT perfectly.
New AMG RIDE CONTROL Performance
suspension
It is not just the AMG
6.3-litre V8 front mid-engine and the optimised dual clutch
transmission which are responsible for increasing the driving
dynamics of the SLS AMG GT. The newly developed AMG RIDE CONTROL
Performance suspension also enhances the vehicle's sportiness. In
the case of the SLS AMG GT, Mercedes-AMG has combined the
sophisticated suspension layout with twin aluminium wishbones all
round and variable, electronically controlled damping. Compared with
the AMG RIDE CONTROL sports suspension, the new AMG RIDE CONTROL
Performance suspension features basically stiffer spring/damper
tuning and dispenses with "Comfort" mode.
"Sport" mode is
recommended as the optimum setting for undulating road surfaces and
routes requiring increased suspension travel – such as found on
rural roads or the legendary North Loop of the Nürburgring, for
example. The control algorithm of the AMG RIDE CONTROL Performance
suspension reacts best to fluctuations in the road surface with a
tendency towards lower damper force levels. The resulting effect is
the best possible performance by effectively preventing rolling and
pitching and providing excellent contact with the road when adopting
a sporty driving style. The enhanced driving dynamics and even
better race track performance are measureable: as part of an
internal comparison with the SLS AMG, the SLS AMG GT was able to
achieve faster lap times on a race track.
"Sport plus" provides
higher damping forces and features specific control algorithms which
have been adjusted for a decidedly sporty driving style on routes
with a level road surface – such as when trying to achieve ambitious
lap times on a race circuit such as Hockenheim.
Selection of suspension modes via
the AMG DRIVE UNIT
Depending on the driving
conditions, speed and vehicle load, the AMG RIDE CONTROL Performance
suspension adjusts the damping characteristics at lightning speed
and automatically reduces the roll angle of the body. The two modes
can be selected via a button on the AMG DRIVE UNIT. The activated
suspension mode is indicated by means of indicator lamps on the
button and the display in the AMG main menu.
As standard, the vehicle
comes with 265/35 R 19 tyres on the front and 295/30 R 20 tyres on
the rear, fitted to weight-optimised AMG forged light-alloy wheels
featuring a 10-spoke design and painted in matt black and with a
high-sheen finish. Three additional AMG light-alloy wheels are also
available.
Interior with consistently sporty highlights
The interior too
features a consistently sporty design: the SLS AMG GT combines the
high-quality, exclusive ambience of a true AMG model with the
functional atmosphere of a racing car. The sports seats not only
have an embossed badge on the head restraints, but the centre
sections are also finished in Alcantara®. Continuing the theme,
Alcantara® is also found on the door centre panels. The black
interior appointments are combined with red seat belts, plus all of
the contrasting stitching on the AMG sports seats, the centre
console and the door panel lining is finished in red too. The floor
mats also feature red edging.
The high-gloss black AMG
trim on the centre console and door panel lining perfectly matches
the high-gloss black edging on the adjustable cross-shaped air vents
and the high-gloss real metal insert on the AMG Performance steering
wheel with flattened lower section. The grip area is finished in
Alcantara®, while the upper part of the steering wheel has a red 12
o'clock marking. The AMG instrument cluster is fitted with a black
faceplate – at the top it also features an upshift indicator with
seven LEDs.
AMG designo Exclusive STYLE
leather for all SLS AMG models
Also now available for
all SLS AMG models is a new, highly exclusive optional extra in the
form of AMG designo Exclusive STYLE leather. This high-quality extra
is available in single or two-tone finishes and comprises
distinctive upholstery with a diamond design with contrasting
stitching. The lavishly finished diamond design features not only on
the AMG sports seats, but also on the door centre panels.
Other highlights include
a designo leather finish for the entire dashboard, the beltlines and
door armrests, the handrest on the centre console, AMG floor mats in
black with porcelain leather edging, roof lining in Alcantara®
porcelain, and the parcel shelf (Coupé) or roll-over bar (Roadster).
Seams finished in contrasting colours create exciting highlights and
underscore the high-quality, hand-finished nature of this new
leather package. Available colour combinations include mocha
brown/porcelain, titanium grey pearl/porcelain and mystic
red/porcelain. The colours of all of the elements of the interior
appointment such as the roof liner, carpet and centre console are
perfectly matched to each other.
Other attractive optional extras for all SLS AMG models include
(extract):
AMG carbon-fibre
exterior mirrors
AMG carbon-fibre engine compartment cover
AMG Interior Carbon-Fibre package (carbon-fibre trim, trim on
seat backrest and side, door sill panels)
AMG ceramic high-performance composite braking system
AMG Performance Media
AMG 10-spoke forged wheels in other colour variants
AMG carbon-fibre trim
AIRSCARF (Roadster)
Bang & Olufsen BeoSound AMG surround sound system
The market launch of the
SLS AMG GT will commence in October 2012. An overview of the pricing
for Germany is as follows (incl. 19% VAT):
SLS AMG GT 204,680
euros
SLS AMG GT Roadster 213,010 euros
AMG designo Exclusive STYLE leather 5771.50 euros
Six SLS AMG models
The SLS AMG Coupé
presented in 2009 was the first vehicle developed independently by
Mercedes-AMG. The spectacular gullwing model was followed in 2011 by
the open-top SLS AMG Roadster as well as the SLS AMG GT3 customer
sports racing car. Having secured 26 victories and the FIA GT3
European championship title, the SLS AMG GT3 was the most successful
newcomer to the world of motorsport in 2011. With the new SLS AMG
GT, available as a Coupé and Roadster, the model range has now grown
to five variants. The sixth model is expected to follow in 2013 in
the form of the new Mercedes-Benz SLS AMG Electric Drive: Mercedes-AMG
is planning an exclusive series-production run of the purely
electric-driven super sports car.
The specific assembly
area for the SLS AMG is located in the largest Mercedes-Benz
production plant in Sindelfingen. The AMG 6.3-litre V8 engine comes
directly from the AMG engine workshop in Affalterbach, where it is
hand-assembled according to the traditional "one man, one engine"
philosophy.
40 significant awards for the
Mercedes-Benz SLS AMG
The SLS AMG has
succeeded in winning numerous comparison tests against a host of
international competitors conducted by the international specialist
media – both as the gullwing model and the Roadster. Since its world
premiere at the IAA International Motor Show in Frankfurt in 2009
and the presentation of the SLS AMG Roadster in May 2011, the super
sports car from Mercedes-AMG has picked up a total of 40 awards –
including such major prizes as the "German Design Award", the "Red
Dot Design Award", the "Golden Steering Wheel 2009", "Classic of the
Future", "Sports Car of the Year", "Best Performance Car" and
"Legends on Wheels".
