Two passengers SL-Class is considered a valuable and has the honor of Mercedes-Benz, the automaker launched the vehicle for the race 1950. SL translated Sport or Sport Leicht light, and it was a successful endurance racing cars. Many incarnations, the SL-series is a vehicle that illustrates the role. Today, models are luxurious, have a lot of brilliant work, and is heavier than ever.
SL-Class has a heavier weight, but that does not hinder his skills that the car had increases in the power train in time. SL-Class 2011 model is a carryover to 2010. Three engines are offered, including 5.5 liters V-8 with 518 hp, 6.0-liter V-12 with 604 hp and the 6.2-liter V-8. V-8 is connected to a seven-speed automatic tranny, V-12 joined a five-speed automatic transmission.
In 2009, the redesigned SL-Class. The car retains the same dimensions and the basic structure than previous models. This car also comes in a convertible. If you want a hardtop roadster with a retractable roof, this vehicle is ideal.
The Beach
Body Style: Convertible
Engine: 5.5l V-8, 6.2L V-8, 6.0L V-12
Transmission: Automatic 7-speed automatic 5-speed
Models: SL550, SL63 AMG, SL65 AMG
What's New
There is a new limited edition of 2011 - Night Edition SL550, of which 100 will be produced. It comes with the flat black paint, premium black leather, AMG 19-inch wheels and brake calipers painted silver. All models are tire pressure monitor, HD radio, Sirius and trafficking. Quartz Blue is the color of the new painting. Model SL600 and SL65 Black is not surprising return.
Outside
The SL modern streamlined, low position and huge. Whether you prefer the coupe or convertible, the SL satisfy both, as hardtop retractable cord with attractive lines on the top is up or down.
Internal
The cabin is flooded with luxury leather and wood, and all the comforts you would expect in this price range. Both seats are 12 way adjustable and heated, and navigation and audio system 10 speakers is standard.
Performance and management
Although the SL-Class can be seen as more than the cruiser Boulevard interpreter track, the convertible is gaining momentum in a hurry. The S550, the estimates of Mercedes, takes only 5.3 seconds to reach 60 mph. This number drops to 4.5 seconds in SL63 and SL65 in 4.2. AMG models offer traction control and three-speed transmission Speedshift.
Security
Four wheels is a four-channel ABS and Brake Assist are standard, as well as stability control and traction control. Dual front airbags, side impact airbags and head-thorax airbag for the driver's knee is standard.
+ PLUS :
* Elegant styling
* Smooth, powerful engines
* Beautiful interior
- MINUS :
* High pricetag
* High curb weight
