Mercedes SLS: reviews, technical specifications

Mercedes SLS is a powerful sports car produced by the world famous German carmaker Mercedes. The world premiere took place six years ago, in 2009, and the car was sold in 2010. The approximate price of the new car was about 175,000 dollars. This car has a lot of advantages, and they need to talk about. Because Mercedes SLS is a car that causes admiration and delight, so it deserves attention unequivocally.

Engine and gearbox

Under the hood of this impressive sports car is a V-shaped 8-cylinder engine, capable of producing a capacity of 571 liters. from. Its motor (M159) was based on the aluminum block M156. So the stroke of the piston, diameter, and volume remained intact. The only thing, cast pistons, it was decided to replace the forged ones. And besides, the exhaust and intake systems were redesigned. True, the power unit because of this turned out to be heavier than the previous one by 6 kilograms.

Mercedes SLS engine works in tandem with a robotic seven-speed gearbox (it has 2 clutches). From the old proprietary automatic transmission, known as MCT Speedshift, it was decided to refuse. This is necessary to achieve the correct "weighting". Couplings in the new transmission are installed just before the main transmission, and behind it - gears. The transmission can work in four modes! This "manual", "sports", sport +, as well as "economical". In addition, manufacturers have installed a self-locking differential.

AMG E-Cell

It is impossible to immediately tell about all Mercedes SLS cars. However, the most popular is necessary. So, AMG E-Cell is a supercar version equipped with four electronic engines (one for each wheel). The electromobile Mercedes-SLS - that's what its name is. All his engines are on the body, along with the gearbox. Special, lithium-ion batteries were decided to install in the central tunnel, behind the rear seats, as well as in the engine compartment. As a consequence, I had to remake the front suspension. After the upgrade, it received new horizontal shock absorbers.

But that is not all. Such characteristics as the torque and the total power of the electronic installation are close to gasoline ones. And in terms of its performance this car is not much weaker than these versions. Up to 100 km the car accelerates in four seconds! It takes eight hours to fully charge the car.

Version for sports competitions

Sport Mercedes SLS, whose characteristics are really impressive, became known as GT 3. This car was developed specifically for racing competitions in the category GT 3. In 2011, these versions began to appear on the tracks. The cost of the car is about 400 thousand euros. What does a person get for this money? First of all - a powerful 6.3-liter V8 engine, which works in tandem with a sequential six-speed gearbox. Up to 100 kilometers this car accelerates in less than four seconds. The maximum depends on which gear ratios have been selected. In general, this machine can squeeze out about 300 km / h.

Car for perfectionists

It is worth noting separately one more Mercedes SLS, the technical characteristics of which are more impressive than previous versions. And this "Mercedes Roadster" in person. The cost of this car is about 26 million rubles! And, I must say, there is something to pay for such money.

The maximum speed of the car is 317 kilometers per hour. Up to "hundreds" the car gets in 3.8 seconds. The engine is strong - it produces about 571 horsepower. The specific power of the engine is 329 liters. C./t. And, I must say, this car is remarkable not only for its engine. Appearance and interior - that's what can conquer everyone. The salon of this "Mercedes" is not luxurious and not rich. He's perfect. A real paradise for a perfectionist or just a connoisseur of beauty. Everything inside is finished with natural high-quality leather of black color, and details are made of pure aluminum. This model is equipped with brand new sports seats (ventilated to the same), featuring a special AIRSCARF system. Even in the cabin of this car is installed a perfect audio system with powerful speakers. This definitely will appeal to lovers of loud music. In addition, there is a system for displaying technical parameters of the model in real mode.

Well, appearance does not need comments. Experts of the world-famous German concern have always been able to create beautiful cars. Mercedes SLS is no exception.

Reviews

This "Mercedes" is a car that simply can not get negative feedback. Why? Yes, because the Mercedes SLS, whose technical characteristics are able to surprise even the most sophisticated critic, is almost the perfection of the German automotive industry. Manageability, behavior on the road, speed, power, comfort - everything is on top. And appearance? This car can not help but like it. Special attention to the connoisseurs of "Mercedes" and just good cars are noted for black matt SLS. This car was released as part of a special, special series. And in a single copy. Elegant exterior, red decorative elements, adding car charm and exploration, an unusual emblem on the grille and other, unusual brake calipers. This exclusive.

Tuned versions

SLS - a "Mercedes", which did not ignore the tuning studio. And, I must say, the specialists involved in the improvement of cars, it was possible to refine even this model. Take, for example, the studio Hamann. The first model, which the concern gave them to specialists, is the "Mercedes SLR McLaren". The follower, that is SLS, became the second. He found new discs, created exclusively for this model and 90 mm exhaust pipes. In addition, the car was shortened by three centimeters.

Tuning studio Kicherer also endowed the model with new wheel disks and finalized the engine, raising its power from 563 liters. from. Up to 620 "horses". Swiss experts working for FAB Design, too, worked on the engine, increasing its performance to 611 liters. from. And as a result, the car became faster. They also endowed the car with an aggressive, truly sporty body kit, which pleased the fans of the harsh lines. In 2011, there were new expander arches and a more impressive bumper.

Brabus

And, of course, we can not fail to mention the work of tuning studio Brabus. Body kit made of carbon fiber, forged wheels, adjustable suspension (equipped with a mode selection function and the ability to raise the front of the car to overcome any obstacle or maneuver). Also, you can pay attention to a more streamlined body, and quite ergonomic. The car did acquire the best exchange rate stability. A salon - about him and do not say anything! Everyone knows that Brabus makes a chic interior. Alcantara, natural leather, contrast stitching - it looks great. And finally, a speedometer with a markup of up to 400 km / h. The engine, too, was not left without modifications, so that the remarkable power of this car is provided.