2013 Mercedes-Benz SL

We followed the development of the new 2013 Mercedes-Benz SL for a while now, having recently spied a small camouflage prototype that made it possible for us to see many aspects of the design hardtop roadster.

Of course, as you get closer to the debut, which takes place next year at the Detroit Motor Show in January, more information is coming out. Earlier this week, the German magazine Auto Motor und Sport has published a series of what appears to be the official photo Next SL, body-in-white, as well as some very interesting details.

The images suggest that the brand new luxury roadster will keep the familiar silhouette SL, while adopting the styling cues of other Mercedes models like the square nose which is the brand new "face" and SLK is "Control Magic Sky" strong retractable roof.

According to AMS, the new SL roadster is much lighter than the current model, although it is slightly larger in all dimensions. This was achieved using almost all-aluminum frame that weighs only 254 kilograms (560 pounds) to reduce the total weight of 140 kg (309 lbs) with obvious benefits in terms of handling, fuel consumption and CO2 emissions.

The new SL is powered by a new generation of engines that have fuel injection and automatic stop-start system. Line-up consists of a twin-turbo 4.7-liter V8 with an output of 435HP and V6, and possibly V12 units.

To develop regional versions topping AMG SL 63 AMG is powered by a new 5.5-liter twin-turbo V8, which is said to churn out 571HP.

The interior will follow the direction of latest model Mercedes with highlights such as the round mouths surrounded by chrome rings and a large screen in the center console. Expect all the usual systems and active and passive safety of the vast array of Mercedes.

In addition, SL 2013 introduces two new features. The first is the "Magic Vision Control", wipers, washer fluid, which includes, and is said to be much more efficient than conventional units. The second is a new sound, which uses a space-space aluminum structure of the foot, as the resonance chamber to produce more bass.

Story References: AMS

 

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2011 CL63 AMG Mercedes-Benz Facelift The New 5.5-liter Twin-turbo V8, CL65 AMG And The Revised

Less than a month after the wraps off the regular models CL-Class facelift, Mercedes-Benz has gone ahead and revealed the tip of the versions of über luxury coupe, CL63 and CL65 AMG 2011 models. Both cars have their world premiere at the Paris Motor Show and arrive in showrooms in November Americans.

Outside, there are some subtle touches of style in both AMG models, including redesigned front bumper with LED daytime running lights, plus the "V" shaped grille, hood strip, headlamps and a redesigned rear bumper barrier exhaust with new style. The revisions are limited to the new steering wheel, high quality materials and finishing options for color.

The most important changes, however, are in areas you can not see. Starting with the CL63 AMG comes from the old 6.2-liter naturally aspirated V8 and is smaller, lighter, more powerful 5.5-liter V8 twin-turbo direct injection, connection to an AMG 7-speed automatic Speedshift.

In its standard form, it churns 536HP at 5500 rpm and 590 lb-ft of torque from 2000 to 4500 rpm CL63 AMG from zero to 60 mph (96 kph) in 4.4 seconds and an electronically limited top speed of 155 mph (250 km per hour).

Add the optional AMG Performance Package, and the output rises to 563HP and 664 lb-ft of torque allowing the coupe to reach 60 mph (96km / h) mark in 4.3 seconds and an electronically limited top speed of 186 mph ( 299 kmh).

Mercedes says that despite the increased power and torque, fuel consumption and CO2 emissions are reduced by about 27 percent and 30 percent respectively compared to the previous V8.

 

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VÄTH Launches 660-HP Mercedes-Benz CLS 63 AMG

If for some strange reason you think Mercedes-Benz CLS 63 AMG is missing some serious battles under the hood, the German Vath developed a new performance kit for Stuttgart Sports Saloon.

Tuner breaths more fire in the CLS 63 AMG with the use of his engine kit that bumps V63RS 5.5-liter twin-turbo V8 from 525 hp and 700 Nm to 660 hp and 990Nm huge or 730 pounds-feet of torque.

The result is increased speed to 325 kmh or mph 202, with 0-100km / h (62 mph) acceleration in 3.9 seconds cut, and the 0-200km / h (124 mph) made his career in only 12 0 seconds. The engine package alone costs € 12,800 or U.S. $ 17,700 in Europe.

Vath also offers an electronic module to lower the suspension height with a kit to upgrade the brakes and new wheels 20-inch forged aluminum wrapped around the front tires 265/30ZR20 305/25ZR20 size and on the rear axle.

Aero stock items includes a front spoiler, rear diffuser, another and a tailgate spoiler, while the company may also change within CLS 63 AMG leather pieces and trim.

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