2012 Mercedes SLK63 AMG spied near the N?rburgring

 2012 Mercedes SLK63 AMG spied near the N?rburgring
2012 Mercedes SLK63 AMG spy photos - 31.3.2011 / S. B. Medien

Boxster hunting

Our spies have managed to catch the 2012 Mercedes SLK63 AMG undergoing testing near the Nürburgring.

Like the standard model, the new SLK63 will feature an SLS-inspired grille, front fender vents, and LED-infused headlights. However, the AMG variant will be distinguished by aggressive bumpers, revised side skirts, a four-tailpipe exhaust system and AMG wheels which are backed up by a high performance braking system.

Unfortunately, it remains unclear what engine will power the new convertible. As of right now, there are three possible contenders: a rumored 422 hp (315 kW / 428 PS) 5.5-liter V8, a 451 hp (336 kW / 457 PS) 6.2-liter V8, and a detuned 5.5-liter twin-turbo V8 that normally produces 537 hp (400 kW / 544 PS) and 800 Nm (590 lb-ft) of torque.

We should learn more in the coming months, so stay tuned.

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 schizo schizo
Why the camo? We already got a good preview of what the AMG will look like with the regular version with the sport package. I'm guessing that the oval tail-pipes are just for the test car...the newer rectangular shape would look great with the new SLK.
March 31, 2011 7:52 pm
 teXas teXas
If the 2012 SL 63 did retain the 6.2L NA V8 (which it won't), it would probably retain it's 518 hp rating. And of all the cars in the AMG line up, I seriosly doubt the 5.5L biturbo unit would be "detuned".
March 31, 2011 11:37 pm
 benzboy benzboy
This is what I have been waiting for. This car will not be available for purchase till February 2012, eleven months away, that sucks .But I also hear thats when the new bodied SL comes out as well, so much to choose from. way to mercedes!!!!
April 1, 2011 4:07 am
 Pagani Pagani
The 5.5L TT V8 would be far too much engine for this chassis, so I doubt it. The old 6.2L V8 is also too thirsty, so I give it a 30% chance. Most likely, that new 5.5L NA V8 (essentially current AMG engine sans turbos).
April 1, 2011 6:24 am
 kryst_PL kryst_PL
I don't like the looks of this car, it is a step backward from the old SLK. Way to boring. Merc knows how to design a wicked looking car (SLS, new CLS..). BUT! The gorgeously sounding 6.2 V8 (same as in C Class, am i right?) could make this little car a sick, sick dream :)
April 1, 2011 10:12 am
 bmasson bmasson
Don't like the new Mercedes front bumpers! All the german automakers do the same, keep the same design for all the models!
April 1, 2011 11:16 am
 mikemikemikemike mikemikemikemike
Looks pretty spiffy IMHO. Accoustic, I think the headlights look more SLSish.
April 4, 2011 7:28 pm