Mercedes-Benz has released details of the new SLS AMG GT with advanced driving capabilities both on and off the track. The SLS AMG is available as a Coupé or a Roadster.

Mercedes-Benz SLS AMG GT – Specifications and Features

Engine Capability

The SLS AMG GT is fitted with an AMG 6.3-litre V8 petrol engine that is capable of 435kW at 6 800rpm. Maximum torque is 650Nm at 4 750 rpm. The engine is mated to an AMG SPEEDSHIFT DCT 7-speed sports transmission. The SLS AMG GT displays a combined-cycle fuel consumption figure of 13.2 litres/100km and has a CO2 emissions rating of 308g/km.

The SLS AMG GT will accelerate to 100km/h in 3.7 seconds and reach 200km/h in 11.2 seconds before reaching an electronically limited top speed of 320km/h.

Exterior Styling

The SLS AMG GT features impressive gullwing doors as seen in previous models. The headlamps and tail lights have been darkened for aesthetic appeal and the brake callipers have been painted red to match the GT’s sporty design. The overall styling is both masculine and athletic.

Interior Styling

The SLS AMG GT features a sporty black interior combined with red seatbelts, centre console, door panels and contrasting stitching on the AMG sports seats. Alcantara finishes can be found in the centre section and on the door panels. The AMG Performance steering wheel has a flattened lower section and the grip area is also finished in Alcantara. The instrument cluster is fitted with a black faceplate and features an upshift indicator with LED’s.

AMG designo Exclusive STYLE leather is available as an optional extra and comes in single or two-tone finishes with diamond design and contrasting stitching.

Suspension and Handling

The SLS AMG GT makes use of AMG RIDE CONTROL Performance suspension offering dynamic handling capabilities. The Performance suspension has been combined with twin aluminium wishbones and variable electronically controlled damping. ‘Sport’ and ‘Sport Plus’ mode can be selected using a button on the AMG DRIVE UNIT.

Optional Extras

Optional extras for the SLS AMG GT include,

AMG carbon-fibre exterior mirrors,AMG carbon-fibre engine compartment cover,AMG Interior Carbon-Fibre package,AMG ceramic high-performance composite braking system,AMG Performance Media,AMG 10-spoke forged alloys in varying colours,AMG carbon-fibre trim,AIRSCARF (Roadster),Bang & Olufsen BeoSound AMG surround sound system.

Five models currently complete the SLS AMG range and include the SLS AMG Coupé, SLS AMG Roadster, SLS AMG GT3 and the SLS AMG GT Coupé or Roadster. The sixth SLS AMG model will be the SLS AMG E-CELL which will be seen in 2013 and will be a purely electric-driven super sports car.