Mercedes-Benz has revealed a couple of new additions to its SLS AMG range. The GT Coupé and GT Roadster promise more performance and sharper handling compared to the regular versions, and are aimed mainly at track-day enthusiasts.
A few internal tweaks mean that power from the 6,208 cc V8 front-mounted engine has been increased from 563 bhp (420 kW / 571 PS) to 583 bhp (435 kW / 591 PS), although peak torque remains unchanged at 650 Nm (479 lb/ft).
Together with a more responsive AMG Speedshift DCT 7-speed transmission, the result is a 0-62 mph (100 km/h) acceleration time of 3.7 seconds and an electronically-limited top speed of 199 mph (320 km/h). Impressive figures, but not a massive improvement on the standard SLS AMG, which achieves the same benchmark sprint in 3.8 seconds and can hit 197 mph (317 km/h).
But perhaps the GT’s advantage will be felt the most in its chassis set-up? The AMG Ride Control Performance suspension system features stiffer spring and damper rates than normal, and the driver can choose between ‘Sport’ or ‘Sport Plus’ modes - there’s no ‘Comfort’ setting.
Visually, not much distinguishes the GT variants apart from their ten-spoke alloy wheels, red brake calipers, darkened lights and a ‘GT’ badge on the boot lid.
Sales of the SLS AMG GT are due to begin this October. UK prices have yet to be announced, but in Germany the Coupé and Roadster will cost €204,680 and €213,010 respectively (including 19% VAT).
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A few internal tweaks mean that power from the 6,208 cc V8 front-mounted engine has been increased from 563 bhp (420 kW / 571 PS) to 583 bhp (435 kW / 591 PS), although peak torque remains unchanged at 650 Nm (479 lb/ft).
Together with a more responsive AMG Speedshift DCT 7-speed transmission, the result is a 0-62 mph (100 km/h) acceleration time of 3.7 seconds and an electronically-limited top speed of 199 mph (320 km/h). Impressive figures, but not a massive improvement on the standard SLS AMG, which achieves the same benchmark sprint in 3.8 seconds and can hit 197 mph (317 km/h).
But perhaps the GT’s advantage will be felt the most in its chassis set-up? The AMG Ride Control Performance suspension system features stiffer spring and damper rates than normal, and the driver can choose between ‘Sport’ or ‘Sport Plus’ modes - there’s no ‘Comfort’ setting.
Visually, not much distinguishes the GT variants apart from their ten-spoke alloy wheels, red brake calipers, darkened lights and a ‘GT’ badge on the boot lid.
Sales of the SLS AMG GT are due to begin this October. UK prices have yet to be announced, but in Germany the Coupé and Roadster will cost €204,680 and €213,010 respectively (including 19% VAT).
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