The last few months on the Internet there is a lot of information on the new generation Mercedes-Benz SL, and the World Wide Web has got a brochure showing the appearance of novelty, forced the Germans to talk about preparing for the show car's all.
As expected, the main novelty of the new SL will be that the car will be the first Mercedes-Benz, which will use super lightweight aluminum chassis. Depending on the version, the coming generation of coupe-cabriolet can be either 125 or 140 pounds lighter predecessor. Not the last role was played and how connections and panel details. If necessary, they can be welded, bolted or stay satisfied by the modern technology of friction welding. Not least because of these decisions on the torsion rigidity has increased by 20 percent. The only elements of the body, which are made of aluminum are not the front part made of plastic to protect pedestrians, steel frame windshield and deck, as well as magnesium windproof cover, located behind the seats.
Became clear and the situation with motors. The initial version will SL350. Under its hood is a 3.5-liter naturally aspirated engine V6, which develops 302 horsepower and 370 Nm of torque. This car accelerates to 100 km / h in 5.9 seconds, while consuming 6.8 liters of fuel per 100 kilometers.
Elder modification - SL500 has got 4.7-Lirova inflatable motor V8. The output of this modification are 429 horsepower and 700 lb-ft. Acceleration from zero to first "hundred" in the new Mercedes-Benz SL500 takes about 4.6 seconds. Both engines work in tandem with 7-band automatic transmission.
The basic package includes both versions of the steel springs, and "semi-active" shock absorbers. Also, SL350 and SL500 and equip the new Electric Power, which has a variable transmission and an effort by the electronics itself will provide assistance to the driver in control. Self-Active Body Control suspension will be in the list of optional equipment.
Also, the new SL will equip Antidazzle roof Magic Sky - exactly the same as on the new SLK. The standard equipment includes a new audio system and Frontbass Magic Vision Control, which allows quickly and efficiently clean the windshield.
The official premiere of the car will be at the International Auto Show in Detroit, which will be held in January 2012. There is, apparently, will be announced and order pricing.
