A four-cylinder Mercedes SL? We were called crazy when we pointed out that one of the most basic versions of the new roadster, the SL 43, was a 2.0-liter turbocharged four-cylinder. An information that we have always maintained and that these exclusive spy photos corroborate the new AMG roadster.
For many, it was impossible for the new Mercedes-AMG SL was offered with a four-cylinder mechanical version. That the offer started from the 3.0-liter biturbo in-line six-cylinder engine with MHEV technology from the AMG 53 versions was the most logical thing to do, but the star firm decided to make the new convertible sports car more accessible by including a more basic option, the the Mercedes-AMG SL 43.
from which we have come realizing from the first strokes of the new roadster, even without seeing camouflaged prototypes, we already pointed it out, as we did with the plug-in hybrid versions, and that we have finally seen in more and less naked tests. Now some new spy photos They reconfirm those first informations of the most basic option of the Mercedes model, that of the “AMG SL 43”, which you can see completely ready to embark on transport for the market. And it is that, as we advanced a few days ago, this will be one of the first to hit the market in the coming weeks.
AMG SL 43, this is how the range of the new sports roadster starts
Aesthetically there are no big differences between this most basic option and the next one on the scale that corresponds to the “AMG SL 53”, only newly designed air intakes in the front bumper that will distinguish it from the rest of the versions. Same at the rear, where the four spherical exhausts, grouped in two pairs and placed at the ends of the rear, will shine especially with a chrome exterior finish.
Those will be the main changes, because inside there will be no notable differences. The German firm does not claim that there are many differences between this access option and the rest, quite the contrary. That customers have practically the entire arsenal of equipment and forms of customization -exterior colors, alloy wheels or interior upholstery- putting the discordant note only in price and performance. For example, all versions will have the option of a front axle lift system to avoid breakage in special areas.
But where there will be is in the mechanical section. To the powerful “AMG SL 63” that will arrive in the coming weeks, the powerful 2.0-litre four-cylinder petrol engine offered in the AMG A 45. A known engine that will produce a maximum power of 381 hp, the same as that of the sportiest compact. What we can assure you is that you can only transfer the power to the ground through the rear wheels, without the possibility of choosing 4MATIC all-wheel drive, and with a 9-speed «9G-Tronic» automatic gearbox. Data that is still provisional until the star’s firm announces the prices and the opening of the reservation books, which is scheduled for mid-April.