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New Mercedes-Benz SL 65 AMG in South Africa
New Mercedes-Benz SL 65 AMG in South Africa-October 2024
2023-12-14 EST 02:30:53

The new Mercedes-Benz SL 65 AMG has been launchedin South Africa alongside the new SL 500 and SL 63 AMG. The new SL 65 AMG Roadster features an all-aluminium body shell that has contributed to a weight loss of 170kg when compared to the outgoing model.

New Mercedes-Benz SL 65 AMG has feisty power and style

Engine Capability

The SL 65 AMG is fitted with a powerful AMG 6-litre V12 bi-turbo engine that produces a maximum output of 463kW and 1000Nm of torque. The engine is mated to the AMG SPEEDSHIFT PLUS 7G-TRONIC transmission, which together with the ECO start/stop function, allows for a fuel consumption figure of 11.6-litres/100km which represents a saving of 17% compared to the outgoing SL 65 AMG. CO2 emissions are rated at 270g/km.

Acceleration to 100km/h is achieved in 4.0 seconds and the SL 65 AMG is capable of reaching a limited top speed of 250km/h.

Exterior Styling

Central to the new Mercedes-Benz SL 65 AMG styling is its new ‘twin blade’ radiator grille finished in high-sheen chrome. The stylised ‘A’, a characteristic feature of AMG vehicles, can be seen below the ‘twin blade’ radiator grille. The front-end also features a lower cross strut across the front apron that’s also finished in high-sheen chrome. The ‘twin blade’ radiator grille and lower cross strut underline the new AMG brand face while the use of high-sheen chrome highlights differentiates the SL 65 AMG from the SL 63 AMG.

The SL 65 AMG is fitted with 19-inch 5-spoke alloy wheels painted in titanium grey with a high-sheen finish. AMG multi-spoke forged light-alloy wheels in matt black with high-sheen rim flange are available as an option. The SL 65 AMG also features an electrohydraulic operated vario-roof with MAGIC SKY CONTROL that changes from light to dark with the push of a button.

Interior Styling

The new Mercedes-Benz SL 65 AMG is fitted with electrically adjustable AMG sports seats with single or optional two-tone upholstery in Nappa leather available with AMG diamond pattern. Nappa leather is also used on the door panels. Designo headlining in leather with partial AMG V12 diamond-design quilting is available as an option.

Interior highlights include AMG carbon-fibre trim elements, the IWC-design analogue clock, chromed AMG door sill panels in white and the AMG Performance steering wheel.

New Mercedes-Benz SL 65 AMG – Price

Mercedes-Benz SL 65 AMG – R2621 000

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