The new 2022 Mercedes-AMG SL has been officially launched. Highlights by reverting to a lightweight fabric roof. and is only sold under the Mercedes-AMG brand.
Mercedes- Benz ‘s SL convertible has been in the market for almost 70 years, with the latest generation codenamed R232, which retains the identity of a 2+2 convertible roadster. Coupled with the facelift to look sleeker than the original version obviously. Combined with the DIGITAL LIGHT LED headlights that look similar to the CLS models and the familiar tail lights.
2022 Mercedes-AMG SL
The highlight of the new 2022 Mercedes-AMG SL R232 lies in the adoption of a folding roof made of three-ply fabric material, resulting in a weight reduction of 21 kg compared to the hard roof. As a result, the car has a lower center of gravity. and can also be opened – closed electrically in just 15 seconds at a speed of not more than 60 km / h. The side door openings are also designed to be smooth with the body. And it will lift when unlocking the body like the one found in the current S-Class.
The Mercedes-AMG SL’s trunk lid is also equipped with a six-level adjustable electric spoiler with four tailpipes as standard. while the front air intakes are equipped with an AIRPANEL system that looks like a fin that automatically opens – closes to cool the engine or reduce friction, as well as an AIRSCARF system for blowing warm air to the head and nape of the passengers while opening the hood, etc.
The power of the 2022 Mercedes-AMG SL in the beginning can be selected in 2 models, consisting of the SL 55 4MATIC + equipped with a 4.0-liter V8 biturbo engine developed in the “One Engine” design, producing a maximum power of 476 horsepower (HP) and maximum torque. 700 Newton-meters can accelerate from 0-100 km/h in 3.9 seconds and reach a top speed of 295 km/h.
While the SL 63 4MATIC + uses the same engine block, but increases the maximum power to 585 horsepower (HP), a maximum torque of 800 Newton – meters in the low engine cycle, only 2,500 – 4,500 rpm, can accelerate from 0-100. They are both powered by an AMG SPEEDSHIFT MCT 9G gear tuned specifically for the SL.
The AMG DYNAMIC SELECT can also be adjusted in six different driving modes, including Slippery, Comfort, Sport, Sport+, Individual and RACE (available as an optional accessory on the SL 55 4MATIC+with Active Rear-axle Steering as standard equipment. Which will adjust the rear wheels in the opposite direction to the front wheels at speeds below 100 km / h to increase maneuverability at low speeds and adjust in the same direction at a speed of 100 km / h or more to allow quick cornering.
The SL 63 4MATIC+ also comes with the AMG ACTIVE RIDE CONTROL suspension for the first time, which uses a hydraulic stabilizer to help reduce roll while cornering.
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