Mercedes-Benz SL-Class dimensions

Extravagant in performance, attributes and price tag, the 2012 Mercedes-Benz Sl-class is a worthy icon, even if it's aging and about to be refactored. Mercedes-Benz Sl-class Convertible offers the following pros: Only retractable hardtop in its class; thrilling performance; solid handling; compliant ride; roomy dashboard. Mercedes-Benz Sl-class Convertible drawbacks are: COMAND interface is unintuitive to use.

The 2012 Mercedes-Benz Sl-class is a two-seat convertible with a retractable hardtop that is available in SL550 and SL63 AMG trim styles.

The SL550 comes traditional with 18-inch wheels, bi-xenon headlamps, a wind deflector, heated wiper and washer nozzles, automatic wipers, remote roof activation, a performance cargo closer, keyless ignition/entry, auto-locking dashboard cargo bins, dual-zone automatic conditioning, eight-way performance seatings (with heating, ventilation, four-way lumbar adjustment, adjustable bolsters and memory functions), the Airscarf passenger-warming system, leather upholstery, a performance tilt-and-telescoping helm, auto-dimming rearview and driver-side mirrors, Bluetooth, a navigator, real-time traffic, voice controls and a 10-speaker Harman Kardon surround-sound stereo system with a Six-cd/dvd changer, radio, HD radio and an Ipod/usb media interface. The SL Wheel suite adds 19-inch AMG wheels, high-performance tires, updated brakes, shift paddles and dark-tinted head- and taillights.

The SL63 is a high-performance variant that features a more comprehensive motor, a high-performance transmission, various 19-inch AMG wheels and different Amg-tuned elements (suspension, brakes, exhaust) and various look-and-feel. Inside you get Amg-specific look-and-feel flourishes, various leather upholstery and a sport helm. The AMG Performance suite adds a limited-slip differential, a more aggressively tuned suspension, forged alloy wheels, a beefier helm and a higher top speed.

Both Mercedes-Benz Sl-class models can be equipped with front and back parking sensors, adaptive cruise control and a glass moonroof. There are also a number of "designo" special-order features that bring special look and dashboard colours. .