Today Mercedes Benz has announced the addition of two new top-of-the-range AMG models to its SL product range - the SL63 and the SL65 AMG. To maintain some momentum ahead of the official launch, Mercedes has published only a three-quarters rear view teaser image of the V12 bi-turbo SL65 flagship model, leaving the front end restyling open to speculation. In earlier spy photos we've seen a completely restyled front end.
Aside from the aggressive new rear diffuser with the quintessential AMG quad exhaust pipes, a small rear spoiler and what appears to be "997 Turbo"-inspired wheels, the rear of the facelifted SL AMG model looks hardly different from the pre-facelift model.
What we know so far is that the SL 65 will be powered by a 6.0-litre bi-turbo V12 powerplant putting out some 612 hp and torque in excess of 1,000 Nm. The SL 63, replacing the SL 55, will get a 525 hp V8 with 630 Nm of torque. Coupled with AMG's seven-speed "SPEEDSHIFT MCT" gearbox, these latest AMG beasts should offer true 'Fahrspaß.'
Mercedes Benz Unveils SL Facelift
The new SL63 and SL65 AMG
Comments
ck314
December 30, 2007 2:28 AM
SL 63 way more suggestive than 65. Sounds like some angry yacht, hope to see ya in my boxes soon!
foose1397
December 30, 2007 7:33 AM
has so much potential, really wish the SL got more than just a "facelift" and some copied wheels
Get_real
December 30, 2007 12:15 PM
I'm underwhelmed...
This is creativity of a second rate tuner. Sure the engine will be impressive but the styling is as boring as the Lexus LF-A's is refreshing.
mbdesign
December 30, 2007 1:23 PM
rear bumper design is not very special, a copy of lexus LF-A?????wheels nice but a little porsche.
rolren
December 30, 2007 5:47 PM
6.3 litre V8 engine for only 525bhp and 6.0 litre V12 with bi-turbo for only 612bhp? LOL!!!
radmeister
December 31, 2007 7:29 AM
yeah and how much torque? these cars are heavy HP doesnt count for as much as torque. You think mercedes with their formula 1 technology couldnt build some lighter piston assemblies and crank and increase comp. ratio to get crazy hp and 50% of that number is torque, Do you know how slow this car would be up hill or off the line with 1000hp and 200lbft? Mercedes engines are balanced to serve a purpose, and that purpose is to satisfy the customer in that designated car. It has to be smooth, comfortable not twitchy, loud and vibrate.
4rings
January 8, 2008 10:21 PM
Rolren..You say "only" & "LOL"??? And just what does your favorite engine produce? HP/TQ? And how does it produce it??
Straiyan
January 14, 2008 5:54 AM
1000nm of torque isn't even the native output, it was something along the lines of 1600nm when the engine was developed, the torque output had to be shaped because the car's traction control couldn't manage with that much power.
and btw rolen, how many cars today have a 6.3l normally aspirated V8 but can still whip out 525hp? exactly dude.
ck314
December 30, 2007 6:25 PM
Thankfully the SL63 will be getting a different wheel design, but hey, at least Mercedes didn't make a sucky fake vortex like Porsche's 911 Turbos for the last three generations.
ck314
December 31, 2007 3:02 AM
Those Porsche cloned rims seem to be 19" while the 63 is likely to mount 18" as standard equipment. Just a personal guess, but either way there's usually a variety of cool alternative designs within MB's optional range.
MB6.3
December 31, 2007 2:12 AM
Those wheels look way too similar like to those on the 997 Turbo..The rear skid plate makes this car look a little unlike what a Mercedes should be. Only major difference besides that is the side vents..
Blaconque
December 31, 2007 3:58 AM
what i know is...i have to see the front before i say whether it is beutiful or not
dolcegabbana
December 31, 2007 8:47 AM
i really don't understand what does mercedes thinking coming out with these wheels ? i love benz but wtf is with copying others sh**** ??? the rear looks pretty mean tho , i'm sure it'll be hot
benzboy
December 31, 2007 11:44 AM
I like the rims on the current sl55 and 63 Also I like the 3 piece rims you get when you buy the performance pkg, but I dont like the $14K price they charge for it!!!!!
Kasper
January 1, 2008 8:28 PM
I don't get it: in what way is the SL65 AMG a new model, except for the facelift?
cobyco
January 2, 2008 3:16 AM
the last real SL was the 560SL it was strong tight and a bullet with class. Now they look like saleen mustangs what a pity!
benzboy
January 22, 2008 10:14 AM
Okay already its been almost a month need some more pics specially of the front come on guys
dbehmoaras
January 23, 2008 1:56 AM
this is a current sl with a bodykit, how do you not see that; in fact I saw an sl a few days ago in miami with the exact same kit
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