2009 Mercedes Benz SL63 AMG 6.3 L V8

The Mercedes-Benz SL-Class models have always been stately. well-constructed two-seat roadsters. created in small volumes for customers with discriminating taste. For 2009. an ultra-exclusive SL65 AMG Black Series coupe joins the family. adding track-ready performance to impressive on-road credentials. The SL-Class roadster is offered in four models: SL550. SL600. an all-new SL63 AMG and the SL65 AMG. The SL550 is powered by a 382-hp 5. 5-liter V8 engine. mated to a seven-speed automatic transmission. The SL600 is outfitted with a 510-hp 5. 5-liter bi-turbo V12. while the SL65's larger 6. 0-liter bi-turbo V12 generates 604 horsepower and a formidable 738 pound-feet of torque; both engines are paired with a five-speed automatic transmission with shift paddles. The SL63 AMG boasts a hand-built 518-hp 6. 3-liter V8. as well as a new seven-speed MCT (multi-clutch technology) transmission not found in any other Mercedes model. The SL65 AMG Black Series coupe employs the same hand-built 6. 0-liter bi-turbo V12 engine found in the roadster. modified to generate 661 horsepower. It is matched to a revised five-speed automatic transmission. boasting AMG SpeedShift Plus with four driver-selectable modes; an AMG performance steering wheel is outfitted with aluminum paddles for manual shifting. All SL-Class roadster models are equipped with a power retractable hardtop. adaptive suspension with Active Body Control (ABC). heated leather seats. automatic climate control. satellite radio and a voice-activated navigation system. Elements exclusive to the SL65 AMG Black Series include a uniquely calibrated driver-adjustable sport suspension. a rear spoiler with automatic speed-dependent deployment. and staggered forged alloy wheels: 19 x 9. 5-inch up front and 20 x 11. 5-inch at the rear. A three-stage electronic stability program (ESP) with sport mode. along with ultra high-performance tires and massive composite brakes. enhances both handling and safety aspects. Other standard safety features include four-wheel anti-lock disc brakes. stability and traction control. front. side and driver knee airbags. and an automatically deployable rollover bar (roadster only). For 2009. the Mercedes-Benz SL-Class receives a facelift. with all models now sporting more aggressive AMG body styling. redesigned Bi-Xenon headlamps with Active Curve Illumination. and a new multimedia interface with DVD. iPod and Bluetooth capabilities. Additionally. an all-new SL63 AMG model. with unique styling and technologies. replaces the previous year's SL55 AMG. and the limited-edition SL65 AMG Black Series coupe makes its debut. Based on a modified and lightened version of the SL65 AMG roadster. it replaces the power hardtop with a fixed carbon fiber roof; other carbon fiber elements. such as the hood. trunk lid. front and rear aprons and wider front fenders. lend a dramatic appearance. as well as additional weight savings.