It began with the Mercedes-Benz SL550, then the Mercedes SL63 AMG and now, the V-12 SL65 AMG. With a 6.0-liter biturbo twelve-cylinder engine, the Mercedes SL65 AMG outputs 621-hp and a massive 738 lb-ft of torque, propelling you from zero to 60 in a mere 3.9 seconds while on your way to a limited 186 mph top speed. In this video walk around, Rob Moran, Product Manager at AMG, discusses the Mercedes SL Roadster’s most powerful version ever.
2013 Mercedes SL65 AMG Standard Equipment
Comfort/Convenience
Performance/Handling
Safety/Security
Wheels
Stand Alone Options
Paint
Black, Magnetite Black, Obsidian Black (Special Order), Shadow Grey* (Matte Finish), Dolomite Brown*(Special Order), Mars Red, Steel Grey, Iridium Silver, Palladium Silver, Pearl Beige*, Diamond White, Lunar Blue*, designo Mocha Black, designo Graphite, designo Magno Alanite Grey (Matte Finish), designo Magno Cashmere White (Matte Finish)
Upholstery
Black AMG Exclusive Leather, Beige/Brown AMG Exclusive Leather, Red/Black AMG Exclusive Leather, Porcelain/Black AMG Exclusive Leather, designo Sand, designo Tuscany Beige Pearl*, designo Sienna Brown, designo Platinum White, designo Light Brown, designo Deep White
Trim
Brown Poplar (Satin) (Special Order), Burl Walnut, Black Ash, Aluminum (Special Order), Carbon Fiber, Designo Natural Bamboo, designo Black Piano Lacquer, designo Champagne White Piano Lacquer, designo Brown Poplar (Satin) (Special Order), designo Burl Walnut, Black Ash, designo Aluminum (Special Order), designo Carbon Fiber
*=highlight for 2013MY
It’s been almost 60 years since the original Mercedes SL entered and changed the sports car world and cemented it’s place in automotive history. Today’s 6th generation SL Mercedes has managed to recapture the passion once seen in the original. View the photo gallery below for a look at the SL550, the SL63 AMG and the SL65 AMG.
Mercedes-Benz announced today that in the next few days, they will begin delivery the SL 65 AMG to customers worldwide. The exceptionally exclusive, top-of-the-range Mercedes V12 Roadster, with its maximum output of 463 kW (630 hp) and maximum torque of 1000 Nm, will also be in showrooms, making it available for test drives. “The combination of exclusive V12 dynamism and refined roadster driving experience is unique. We are convinced that, with the new SL 65 AMG, we are able to offer an incomparably exciting high-performance vehicle for the small, but loyal community of fans”, according to Ola Källenius, CEO of Mercedes-AMG GmbH.
As an alternative to the classic vehicle delivery method at dealerships and authorised agents of Mercedes-Benz, customers can also receive their SL 65 AMG direct from the AMG Customer Center in Affalterbach. When going this route, customers receive an exclusive insight into the world of AMG and also have a chance to experience the excellent quality of customer care which is typical and is expected of AMG. After being welcomed by a personal customer service attendant, and treated to some hospitality in the AMG Private Lounge, which was opened in 2011, you are taken on a tour of the plant. This also includes a visit to the AMG Performance Studio, where individual and one-off AMG vehicles are developed and produced by hand in limited numbers. In the AMG engine production facility, AMG customers have the unique opportunity to meet the engineers who have produced the V12 engine used in their SL 65 AMG by hand, in accordance with the traditional philosophy of “one man, one engine”.
The highlight of the day is finally the moment when the customer takes receipt of the new SL 65 AMG: in the new 360 m2 delivery hall, customers are extensively briefed on the technology and operation of their new V12 Roadster. Vehicle collection from the AMG Customer Center in Affalterbach is available for all AMG high-performance vehicles in Germany, and also includes a full tank of petrol.
The most powerful Mercedes-AMG Roadster
The AMG 6.0-litre V12 biturbo engine develops a maximum output of 463 kW (630 hp) and maximum torque of 1000 Nm. The unrivalled performance figures of the SL 65 AMG translate into an exceptional driving experience: acceleration from 0 to 100 km/h takes 4 seconds, with the 200 km/h mark being attained after just 11.8 seconds. The top speed is 250 km/h (electronically limited). As with the SLS AMG super sports car, the use of an all-aluminium bodyshell results in a drastic reduction in weight. The new SL 65 AMG is some 170 kilograms lighter than before. The boot lid also helps to further trim the weight. For the first time on a mass-produced model, the internal support is made from lightweight carbon-fibre composite material. An important aspect of the new model is the intelligent lightweight construction which also contributes to reducing the fuel consumption: at 11.6 litres per 100 km (NEDC combined), it represents a saving of 2.4 litres or 17 percent compared with the preceding model, and establishes a new benchmark in the twelve-cylinder petrol engine segment.
AMG sports suspension based on Active Body Control
Mercedes-AMG also makes systematic use of lightweight construction principles, as well as numerous axle components made of aluminium, for the suspension. As standard, the SL 65 AMG comes fitted with the AMG sports suspension, based on Active Body Control. The design and appointments are also exceptional and exclusive: the “twin blade” radiator grille, with two blade-shaped louvres and stylised “A” positioned underneath – a characteristic feature of AMG vehicles – all complement each other perfectly, along with the front apron’s lower cross strut finished in high-sheen chrome.
In addition to the two special chromed twin tailpipes of the AMG sports exhaust system, the characteristic V12 features include the “V12 BITURBO” lettering on the front wings and the AMG 5-spoke light-alloy wheels painted in titanium grey with a high-sheen finish and equipped with 255/35 R 19 and 285/30 R 19 tyres on the front and rear respectively.
Particular highlights include the electrically adjustable AMG sports seats with single or two-tone upholstery in Exclusive nappa leather, special AMG V12 diamond-design seat upholstery layout and embossed AMG emblems on the seat backrests. The designo roof lining in leather with partial AMG V12 diamond-design stitching, AMG carbon-fibre trim elements and IWC-design analogue clock provide the perfect visual and tactile finishing touches.
Bang & Olufsen BeoSound AMG high-end surround sound system
An attractive highlight among the extensive standard equipment of the SL 65 AMG is the Bang & Olufsen BeoSound AMG high-end surround sound system: Mercedes-Benz and Mercedes-AMG have created it in conjunction with famous Danish audio specialists Bang & Olufsen. The sound system enables an exclusive music experience to be enjoyed at the very highest level. The basis of the system is formed not only by the amplifier with a total output of 900 watts and 12 high-end loudspeakers including Frontbass, but also the precise distribution of the music signals, controlled by the sound processor, to the selectable seating positions of driver, front passenger or the central position.
Thanks to the digital sound processor (DSP), it is also possible to choose between the high-end “reference” studio sound and spacious surround sound. All of the functions are operated using the COMAND system via a special Bang & Olufsen menu. Particular highlights include the illuminated lens tweeters on the dashboard – they help to create the characteristic virtual sound stage in front of the vehicle occupants. High-quality aluminium loudspeaker covers finished in silver chrome with the Bang & Olufsen logo give an indication of the exceptional position enjoyed by this high-end system.
The extensive range of standard equipment includes:
Optional extras from the AMG Performance Studio:
The designo range for the SL 65 AMG, available ex-factory, offers a wealth of tailor-made individualisation options to cater for practically any requirement. As well as being able to choose between designo magno cashmere white and designo magno allanite grey matt paintwork or designo mocha black and designo graphite metallic paintwork, customers can also opt for an expressive designo zircon red paint finish. There is a range of Exclusive designo leather appointments in eight attractive colours to match these paint finishes – all rounded off perfectly by a choice of designo trim, headlining and seat-belt options.
Special anniversary model: the SL 65 AMG “45th ANNIVERSARY”
To mark its 45th anniversary, Mercedes-Benz’s high-performance AMG brand is presenting the SL 65 AMG “45th ANNIVERSARY”. Production of the special anniversary model is being limited to just 45 vehicles. The V12 roadster boasts an exclusive array of unusual appointments and design features, such as designo magno graphite matt paintwork, the matt-finish Exterior Carbon-Fibre package, and also AMG 10-spoke forged wheels painted in matt titanium grey with a high-sheen finish on the rim flange. Defining stylistic elements in the interior include upholstery in designo Exclusive STYLE leather in titanium grey pearl/ginger beige with AMG-specific, diamond-design V12 seat upholstery layout featuring, electrically adjustable AMG sports seats with embossed AMG emblems on the seat backrests, AMG trim elements in matt carbon fibre and a badge with the logo “45th ANNIVERSARY – 1 OF 45”.
The sales price for Germany (incl. 19% VAT) is:
SL 65 AMG : 236, 334 euros
SL 65 AMG “45th ANNIVERSARY”: 272,034 euros
Mercedes-Benz broke its yearly sales record in 2011 and now Mercedes-Benz has ended the first quarter of 2012 with a new sales record of 61,000 units in the US. The strong sales push, especially in the U.S. market, comes from three new Mercedes-Benz vehicles that celebrated their premiere at the Mercedes-Benz press conference at the 2012 New York International Auto Show. Premiering today were the new generation of the GLK, the all-new GL-Class full-size SUV and the highly exclusive SL 65 AMG, the luxurious V12 high-performance roadster from Mercedes-AMG.
“We set a new SUV sales record in 2011 with around a quarter million units – despite the model change for the M-Class, which is particularly successful in North America. And we are staying in the fast lane – with the new generation of the GLK, our dynamic lifestyle SUV and with the all-new GL-Class, which offers even more comfort and safety combined with improved efficiency. With the two new SUVs and the new SL 65 AMG, we are showing what we mean with `the best or nothing`,” said Dr. Joachim Schmidt, Executive Vice President Mercedes-Benz Cars, Sales and Marketing.
“Thanks to record sales in the first quarter of 2012, Mercedes-Benz USA has been able to achieve its highest market share ever. Sales have risen by 24 percent in the last six months alone. With a host of attractive newcomers coming this year, all signs are pointing directly to success. This puts us on track to beat even last year’s record in the U.S.,” commented Stephen Cannon, CEO and President of Mercedes-Benz USA.
The new GL-Class – always first class
Comfort, safety, elegance, efficiency – the new Mercedes-Benz GL-Class is a clear leader in all key SUV disciplines. Active safety is enhanced by innovations like the standard crosswind stabilization, STEER CONTROL, self-leveling and COLLISION PREVENTION ASSIST (CPA). Also new are assistance systems like Active Lane Keeping Assist and Active Blind Spot Assist, or a parking package with automatic parking function and a 360° camera. With excellent performance and ride characteristics both on-road and in rugged terrain, the GL-Class cradles its occupants with the first-class comfort of a luxurious sedan. There is ample space for up to seven passengers. With that Mercedes-Benz continues the success story of the GL: its predecessor is number one in its class in the U.S..
Extensive BlueEFFICIENCY measures deliver significant efficiency improvements. The GL 350 BlueTEC 4MATIC consumes 7.4 liters of diesel fuel per one hundred kilometers, marking a 20 percent reduction compared with the previous model and undercutting future European emissions legislation laid out in the EU 6 standard. Fuel consumption for the GL 500 4MATIC BlueEFFICIENCY with an output of 300 kW (408 hp) is down by 18 percent.
New generation of the GLK – the compact SUV for a modern lifestyle
With a new design, upgraded equipment level, groundbreaking assistance systems and power units that are as efficient as they are agile, the new generation of the GLK reaffirms its leading position within the compact SUV segment. The redesigned exterior lends greater dynamism to the GLK’s strong character. It combines the classic straight lines of an all-terrain vehicle with the design language of the current Mercedes-Benz sedans. Premium materials, new interior equipment and completely redesigned trim elements enhance the driving pleasure in the GLK, as do the new infotainment systems. The new GLK scores highly with a range of state-of-the-art assistance systems and comprehensive BlueEFFICIENCY measures such as the ECO start/stop function. The BlueTEC diesel exhaust after-treatment system is available for the compact SUV for the first time, enabling it already to fulfill the EU 6 exhaust standard. The GLK 250 BlueTEC 4MATIC generates 150 kW (204 hp) and 500 Nm of torque, thus offering the most powerful four-cylinder diesel engine in the SUV world. It consumes 6.1 – 6.5 l of diesel per 100 km (CO2 159-169 g/km).
New SL 65 AMG – refined, exclusive and stylish
Hot on the heels of the eight-cylinder range-topping SL 63 AMG, the V12 roadster joins the lineup of the Stuttgart automaker – enter the new Mercedes-Benz SL 65 AMG. Ola Källenius, CEO of Mercedes-AMG: “The new SL 65 AMG combines the fascination of a breathtaking sports roadster and a luxurious high-performance coupe in an utterly unique way. I am certain that both will contribute to the continuation of the AMG success story on the U.S. market, where we were able to increase sales last year significantly.”
The AMG 6.0-liter V12 biturbo generates a peak output of 463 kW (630 hp) and a maximum torque of 1,000 Newton meters. The result – exceptional performance, impressive power delivery and refined dynamics. Ola Källenius: “Our V12 is not only all about muscle flexing. Our V12 customers expect exclusive top performance and refined roadster driving fun at the very highest level.”
The all-aluminum body-in-white and further lightweight design measures deliver a significant weight reduction – the new SL 65 AMG is around 170 kilograms lighter than its predecessor. The distinctive front end shows the new AMG brand look, which is dominated by the new “twin-blade” grille with two blade-shaped fins and the lower horizontal bar in the front skirt in high-gloss chrome.
Highly exclusive birthday edition – SL 65 AMG “45th ANNIVERSARY”
The special edition created for the 45th anniversary of AMG is limited to just 45 units. Its stunning enhancements include an exclusive matte-finish Exterior Carbon package. The horizontal bar in the front skirt, the exterior mirrors and the spoiler are made from genuine carbon and finished with a silk-matte surface treatment. The STYLE Exclusive designo leather upholstery is in titanium grey pearl/ginger beige.