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Like a high-dollar diamond, you'll have to look long and hard to find flaws within the 2016 Mercedes-Benz SL-Class. It's certainly not perfect, and definitely not as pretty as a girl's best friend, but it shines so brightly from every imaginable facet that any issues worth mentioning seem reduced to mere quibbles.
For starters, there's this roadster's three-piece retractable hardtop that offers your choice of a snug refuge from the world outside or al fresco motoring at the touch of a button. Either way, you'll find a surprisingly roomy two-passenger cabin dressed up in the finest materials and available with an abundance of features designed to pamper and delight you, from the active multi-contour seats and AirScarf neck-level heater to the Bang & Olufsen sound system and Magic Sky panoramic roof that can be turned from clear to opaque with the flip of a switch.
Then there are the SL's four available powertrains, ranging from a robust 329-horsepower V6 to a mind-blowing 621-hp V12. There's no lack of impressive technology here, too, including a set of adaptive dampers known as Active Body Control that can virtually eliminate body roll even in enthusiastic cornering and provide a pristine ride the rest of the time. And indeed, "the rest of the time" is when the SL is really meant to excel — it's ultimately more of a grand tourer than a sports car.
Not surprisingly, there is any number of different but equally appealing automobiles from which to choose in this price range. Buyers who'd like their luxury served up with a heaping helping of performance would do well to add the Audi R8, Jaguar F-Type and Porsche 911 to their must-test-drive list. For the price of the top-of-the-line SL65 AMG you could even consider the Bentley Continental GT.
Even up against this lust-worthy and diverse competition, however, we think you'll find the 2016 Mercedes-Benz SL-Class is as near-flawless as an automobile can get.
The 2016 Mercedes-Benz SL-Class is offered in four trims: SL400, SL550, AMG SL63 and AMG SL65.
The SL400's list of standard features includes 18-inch wheels, an adaptive suspension, adaptive xenon headlights, automatic high-beam control, front and rear foglights, LED daytime running lights, automatic wipers and power-folding hardtop with a full-width glass roof panel. Inside you'll find dual-zone automatic climate control, sun-reflecting leather upholstery, heated eight-way power seats, four-way lumbar adjustment, driver memory functions, a power tilt-and-telescoping steering wheel, a power-operated wind deflector, an auto-dimming rearview mirror and cruise control.
The most notable option on the SL400 is a Premium package that bundles a rearview camera, keyless ignition and entry, a hands-free power trunk closer, an automatic parallel-parking system, the AirScarf neck-level heating system and 12-way "active multi-contour" seats (include ventilation, massage and adjustable side bolsters and shoulder supports).
The SL550 includes all of the above, and adds a V8 engine and front and rear parking sensors.
Both the SL400 and SL550 are also available with a Sport Wheel option package that includes 19-inch alloy wheels, larger front brakes with painted calipers and drilled rear brake discs, plus a sport steering wheel accented with perforated leather trim and shift paddles.
The high-performance AMG SL63 features an even more powerful V8 engine, a limited-slip rear differential, 19-inch alloy wheels, a more aggressively calibrated adaptive suspension, upgraded brakes, a sport exhaust, a higher top-speed limiter and special styling elements. The cabin gets upgraded leather upholstery, a sport steering wheel, an IWC "Ingenieur" dashtop clock, carbon-fiber interior trim and an AMG Performance Media system that can display G-forces and other related information.
The AMG model can also be optioned with an exterior Carbon Fiber Trim package that includes a carbon-fiber front airdam, mirror covers and rear spoiler. The AMG High-Contrast Styling package includes distinctive 19-inch front and 20-inch rear alloy wheels, a gloss black hardtop and rear spoiler, black chrome exhaust tips, and unique interior trim. Carbon-ceramic high-performance brakes are also available.
Technical specifications
http://www.edmunds.com/mercedes-benz/sl-class/2016/sl63-amg/review/
For starters, there's this roadster's three-piece retractable hardtop that offers your choice of a snug refuge from the world outside or al fresco motoring at the touch of a button. Either way, you'll find a surprisingly roomy two-passenger cabin dressed up in the finest materials and available with an abundance of features designed to pamper and delight you, from the active multi-contour seats and AirScarf neck-level heater to the Bang & Olufsen sound system and Magic Sky panoramic roof that can be turned from clear to opaque with the flip of a switch.
Then there are the SL's four available powertrains, ranging from a robust 329-horsepower V6 to a mind-blowing 621-hp V12. There's no lack of impressive technology here, too, including a set of adaptive dampers known as Active Body Control that can virtually eliminate body roll even in enthusiastic cornering and provide a pristine ride the rest of the time. And indeed, "the rest of the time" is when the SL is really meant to excel — it's ultimately more of a grand tourer than a sports car.
Not surprisingly, there is any number of different but equally appealing automobiles from which to choose in this price range. Buyers who'd like their luxury served up with a heaping helping of performance would do well to add the Audi R8, Jaguar F-Type and Porsche 911 to their must-test-drive list. For the price of the top-of-the-line SL65 AMG you could even consider the Bentley Continental GT.
Even up against this lust-worthy and diverse competition, however, we think you'll find the 2016 Mercedes-Benz SL-Class is as near-flawless as an automobile can get.
The 2016 Mercedes-Benz SL-Class is offered in four trims: SL400, SL550, AMG SL63 and AMG SL65.
The SL400's list of standard features includes 18-inch wheels, an adaptive suspension, adaptive xenon headlights, automatic high-beam control, front and rear foglights, LED daytime running lights, automatic wipers and power-folding hardtop with a full-width glass roof panel. Inside you'll find dual-zone automatic climate control, sun-reflecting leather upholstery, heated eight-way power seats, four-way lumbar adjustment, driver memory functions, a power tilt-and-telescoping steering wheel, a power-operated wind deflector, an auto-dimming rearview mirror and cruise control.
The most notable option on the SL400 is a Premium package that bundles a rearview camera, keyless ignition and entry, a hands-free power trunk closer, an automatic parallel-parking system, the AirScarf neck-level heating system and 12-way "active multi-contour" seats (include ventilation, massage and adjustable side bolsters and shoulder supports).
The SL550 includes all of the above, and adds a V8 engine and front and rear parking sensors.
Both the SL400 and SL550 are also available with a Sport Wheel option package that includes 19-inch alloy wheels, larger front brakes with painted calipers and drilled rear brake discs, plus a sport steering wheel accented with perforated leather trim and shift paddles.
The high-performance AMG SL63 features an even more powerful V8 engine, a limited-slip rear differential, 19-inch alloy wheels, a more aggressively calibrated adaptive suspension, upgraded brakes, a sport exhaust, a higher top-speed limiter and special styling elements. The cabin gets upgraded leather upholstery, a sport steering wheel, an IWC "Ingenieur" dashtop clock, carbon-fiber interior trim and an AMG Performance Media system that can display G-forces and other related information.
The AMG model can also be optioned with an exterior Carbon Fiber Trim package that includes a carbon-fiber front airdam, mirror covers and rear spoiler. The AMG High-Contrast Styling package includes distinctive 19-inch front and 20-inch rear alloy wheels, a gloss black hardtop and rear spoiler, black chrome exhaust tips, and unique interior trim. Carbon-ceramic high-performance brakes are also available.
Technical specifications
- Body: 2 Door Roadster
- Length: 182.4 in
- Wheelbase: 101.8 in
- Height: 51.2 in
- Weight: 1850KG
- Engine: Mercedes-AMG 5.5 V8
- Aspiration: Twin Turbocharged
- Power: 580HP
- Torque: 664 FT-LBS
- Drive: Front Engine Rear Wheel Drive
- Transmission/Gearbox: 7 Speed Shiftable Automatic
- Fuel Economy: 25 MPG
- Fuel Capacity: 20 Gallons
- Driving Range: 500 Miles
http://www.edmunds.com/mercedes-benz/sl-class/2016/sl63-amg/review/
