Mercedes SL63 S E Retains V8 to Become Most Powerful SL Ever

The SL63 S E Performance moniker is the most power-laden and technologically competent model in the entirety of the SL badge’s existence.

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SL63 S E Performance

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Contrasting the conservative four-cylinder masses that chockablock the firm’s performance car lineup is a fervent 4,0-litre twin-turbocharged V8 assisted by the AMG Electric Drive Unit, whose collaborative efforts bestow 600 kW and 1 420 N.m to all four wheels allowing the open-top German to sprint to 100 km/h from a standstill in 2,9 seconds. Supporting drivetrain components include a mechanical rear axe limited-slip differential and an AMG SPEEDSHIFT MCT 9G. The aforementioned AMG Electric Drive Unit is composed of a 150 kW permanently excited synchronous electric motor and electrically switched two-speed transmission. Mercedes took inspiration from the Formula 1 hybrid racing cars when developing the high-performance 400V battery equipped in the new SL63 S E Performance.

SL63 S E Performance

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Below the sultry skin of the SL63 S E Performance is an AMG ACTIVE RIDE CONTROL suspension system aided by a semi-active roll stabilisation system. The semi-active adjustable dampers replace conventional torsion bar stabilisers purposed to reduce body roll and accommodate a more diverse range of driving situations. Additionally, the SL63 S E Performance is outfitted with active rear-axle steering as standard.

SL63 S E Performance

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“The SL has always been an icon in the Mercedes-Benz portfolio. The latest version of the legendary roadster transfers this status into the future. First and foremost is the new SL 63 S E PERFORMANCE, which, with its innovative technology, is the most powerful member of the SL family.” – Michael Schiebe, CEO of Mercedes-AMG GmbH and Head of Mercedes-Benz G-Class & Mercedes Maybach divisions.

SL63 S E Performance

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The SL63 S E Performance features a familiarly styled cabin with characterising features such as the 2+2 AMG sports seat layout, large centre display screen and digital driver display, which rely on the latest version of the MBUX infotainment system.

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