New Mercedes-AMG SL to break cover on October 28
What's the story
German automaker Mercedes-Benz will unveil the next-generation version of its AMG SL model on October 28.
As for the highlights, the car will have a lightweight body made of materials such as carbon fiber and a luxurious 4-seater cabin inspired by the S-Class. It is expected to be offered with a choice of multiple powertrains.
Here are more details.
Exteriors
The car will flaunt a Panamericana grille and quad exhausts
As per a prior report, the Mercedes-AMG SL will have a sloping roofline, a Panamericana grille, narrow headlamps, and air vents with a mesh pattern.
It will be flanked by pop-out door handles, door-mounted ORVMs, and star-spoked wheels. Four exhaust tips and a deployable rear spoiler will grace the rear.
The car's body shall be made of aluminium, carbon fiber, magnesium, and steel elements.
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It should be fueled by an 800hp hybrid powertrain
The top-spec SL 73 model of Mercedes-AMG SL would run on a 4.0-liter, twin-turbo V8 engine linked to an electric motor to generate around 800hp of power. The base SL 43 should get a rear-wheel-drive, while other variants will have a 4MATIC+ all-wheel-drive system.
Interiors
It will get a flat-bottom steering wheel and ambient lighting
The 2022 Mercedes-AMG SL will have a luxurious S-Class-inspired cabin, featuring sporty front seats, ambient lighting, turbine-style AC vents, and a flat-bottom multifunctional steering wheel.
It will house a digital driver's display and an 11.9-inch MBUX touchscreen infotainment console with support for the latest connectivity facilities.
The safety of the passengers should be ensured by multiple airbags, ABS, and a rear-view camera.
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Mercedes-AMG SL: Pricing and availability
Pricing and availability details of the new Mercedes-AMG SL will be disclosed at the time of its unveiling. However, in the US, the four-wheeler should start at around $85,000 (roughly Rs. 63.74 lakh).