Mercedes-Benz SL Class, 2012 - 2020
Maintaining excellent sports and comfort, the Mercedes-Benz SL counts for the sixth time and combines well with the strong features of its competitors - the sportiness of the Porsche 911 and the comfort of the BMW 6 Series. The new model just perfectly blends in with the new style dictated by Mercedes and has become very similar to its smaller sister SLK model, especially the front end (question: will buyers of the expensive SL like it?). The design of the Mercedes-Benz SL is restrained but proportionate and attractive. The new model weighs as much as 150 kg less than its predecessor thanks to the aluminum used in the construction, in addition, the SL will enjoy a hard folding roof, which not only works quickly, but also effectively reduces noise in the cabin. Inside the SL is again a complete copy of the SLK or SLS AMG - it would be hard to find more similar interiors for three different cars. True, the quality of materials is impeccable - excellent leather is masterfully combined with wood inserts and metal details. Between the round dials of the SL instrument panel is a screen that displays information provided by the computer. An analog clock is installed at the top of the panel, giving the interior subtlety and luxury. Under the hood we find a large 4.6-liter V8 petrol engine (version SL 500), which does not disappoint in its data - 435 hp (324 kW) power, and acceleration from 0 to 100 km / h in 4.6 seconds. On the road, thanks to its lower weight and wider vehicle, the car behaves in a truly exemplary manner and while its handling characteristics may not yet match those of the Porsche 911, it lags behind. The most powerful are of course the AMG versions: the SL63 AMG and the SL65 AMG. The SL63 AMG has a 5.5-liter V8 biturbo engine and with a sports package achieves 556 hp (415 kW) at 5500 rpm and even 900 Nm of torque in the 2250-3750 rpm range. Even more impressive is the SL65 AMG version, which has an impressive V12 biturbo engine with 630 hp at 4800-5400 rpm and 1000 Nm of torque in the 2300-4300 rpm range.