NEW FOR 2012:

- New roadster model
- AMG Ride Control sport suspension, passive blind spot assist, and red brake calipers standard on both coupe and roadster models
- Available 19- and 20-inch AMG ten-spoke forged wheels finished in matte black
- Exterior colours: AMG Sepang Brown added; AMG Daytona Blue discontinued

An all-new model for 2011, the Mercedes-Benz SLS AMG coupe is joined by a roadster convertible for 2012. New standard sport suspension, blind spot assist and red brake calipers are now standard equipment.

The SLS uses a front mid-mounted 6.3-litre V8 with seven-speed dual-clutch automatic transmission mounted on the rear axle. The coupe features top-opening “gull-wing” doors, while the coupe adds a three-layer power-operated soft top in black, beige or red.

Standard features on the coupe include 19- and 20-inch AMG twin-spoke alloy wheels, automatic climate control, rearview camera, memory package with power steering column, hard disc drive navigation system, media interface, Sirius satellite radio, bi-xenon headlamps, Alcantara roofliner, Designo exclusive leather upholstery, and AMG aluminum trim.

Available options include an extended carbon fibre package, Bang & Olufsen performance surround sound system, and an AMG Competition Package of ten-spoke forged wheels, carbon ceramic brakes, performance steering wheel, and sport suspension.

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