German carmaker Mercedes-AMG is further enhancing its SL 63 and SL 65 high-performance roadsters with updated technology and expressive design.

The front section features a completely new design, with a radiator grille that broadens out towards the bottom and the A-wing front spoiler. The stylish light signature and the highly comprehensive scope of standard equipment and appointments underscore the high-quality impression.

The engines set the benchmark in the high-performance roadster segment with a 5.5-litre V8 biturbo engine on bard the SL 63 and a 6.0-litre V12 biturbo engine in the SL 65.

“A stunning new addition to the Mercedes-AMG range, the SL 63 and SL 65 are a driver’s dream, combining exceptional agility with breath-taking acceleration. Both cars score with fascinating expression and convincing performance, and deliver exactly what our clientele are looking for to express their exclusive lifestyle,” said Lennart Mueller-Teut, head of Marketing & Communications, Mercedes-Benz Cars Middle East.

The technical highlights include the sports suspension based on Active Body Control, the rear-axle differential lock which now features as standard, the even more responsive AMG SPEEDSHIFT MCT 7-speed sports transmission (SL 63) and the five AMG DYNAMIC SELECT driving programmes. Both roadsters offer more power and torque than their respective competitors in this segment.

Performance is also boosted by the sports suspension based on Active Body Control, the high-performance composite brake system and the redeveloped AMG Speedshift MCT 7-speed sports transmission (SL 63) or AMG Speedshift Plus 7G-TRONIC (SL 65).

The intelligent lightweight design is a major contributory factor to the exceptional driving dynamics. On the SL models the light all-aluminium bodyshell provides the basis for high rigidity, safety and comfort combined with the lowest possible weight. The designers have used the even lighter material magnesium for the panel behind the tank.

The boot lid contributes to a further reduction in weight. The interior support consists of a light carbon-fibre composite material. The extremely rigid carbon-fibre component benefits from AMG's motorsport expertise and is bonded to the equally very light plastic outer shell. This results in weight savings of five kilograms in comparison to a conventional boot lid.

Pricing starts from $153,450 for the SL 63, and $215,450 for the SL 65. – TradeArabia News Service