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Engine |
6.3
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Weight |
3417
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Aspiration |
natural |
Torque |
468
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631
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HP/Weight |
5.4
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HP/Liter |
100.1 hp per liter |
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3.6
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(from Mercedes-Benz
Press Release) The new Mercedes-Benz SLS AMG Coupé Black
Series: GT3 performance for the road
Mercedes-AMG presents
the high-end super sports car version of the gull-wing model, the
new SLS AMG Coupé Black Series. Inspired by the SLS AMG GT3 racing
version, the fifth Black Series model from Mercedes-AMG boasts a
fascinating mix of breath-taking design, outstanding driving
dynamics and uncompromising lightweight construction in accordance
with the "AMG Lightweight Performance" strategy. With a DIN kerb
weight of 1550 kilograms, the SLS AMG Black Series achieves a
power/weight ratio of 2.45 kg/hp. The AMG 6.3-litre V8 engine
generates a power output of 464 kW (631 hp) at 7400 rpm and
accelerates the most dynamic gull-wing model of all time to 100 km/h
in 3.6 seconds. The coil-over AMG RIDE CONTROL performance
suspension, the AMG ceramic high-performance composite brake system
and the weight-optimised forged AMG light-alloy wheels with newly
developed sports tyres combine with the electronically controlled
AMG rear-axle differential lock and the AMG SPEEDSHIFT DCT 7-speed
sports transmission featuring uncompromisingly emotional shift and
response times to raise the SLS AMG Black Series to a new level. The
AMG Aerodynamics package is optionally available to further boost
the vehicle's driving dynamics.
Black Series – a name
that resonates with automobile experts and enthusiasts. Following on
from the SLK 55 AMG Black Series from 2006, the CLK 63 AMG Black
Series (2007), the SL 65 AMG Black Series (2008) and the C 63 AMG
Coupé Black Series (2011), the fifth exponent sees the Black Series
entering a new dimension with the gull-wing model.
"The new SLS AMG Coupé
Black Series is a perfect study in the one hundred percent transfer
of technology and engineering from motorsport to the road. We have
drawn inspiration from the worldwide success of the SLS AMG GT3
customer sport racing car on both a conceptual and a technological
level. Boasting numerous lightweight components and fascinating
driving dynamics, our fifth Black Series model guarantees pure,
unadulterated 'Driving Performance'. The SLS AMG Coupé Black Series
is the ultimate choice for fast laps and highly emotional driving
experiences", says Ola Källenius, Chairman of Mercedes-AMG GmbH.
"The most dynamic
gull-wing model of all time goes by the name of the SLS AMG Coupé
Black Series. Fans of high-performance super sports cars will be
fascinated by its high-tech package. The basis for passionate
performance and supreme driving dynamics is provided by numerous new
developments in the area of the engine, power transmission,
suspension and aerodynamics – also according top priority to our "AMG
Lightweight Performance" strategy. Great efforts in the field of
lightweight design have resulted in a DIN kerb weight of 1550
kilograms," notes Tobias Moers, head of overall vehicle development
and member of the management board of Mercedes-AMG GmbH.
AMG 6.3-litre V8 engine a byword
for thrilling driving dynamics
The uprated AMG
6.3-litre V8 engine generating a power output of 464 kW (631 hp) and
635 Newton metres of torque is a byword for thrilling driving
dynamics, making the SLS AMG Coupé Black Series the most powerful
AMG high-performance automobile with a combustion engine at present.
Only the SLS AMG Coupé Electric Drive with a maximum output of 552
kW comes with greater power reserves.
The SLS AMG Coupé Black Series accelerates to 100 km/h in 3.6
seconds. The top speed stands at 315 km/h. The additional 44 kW (60
hp) of power in comparison to the 420 kW (571 hp) offered by the SLS
AMG has been achieved by the following measures:
• Increase in
maximum engine speed from 7200 to 8000 rpm
• Fully revised high-speed valve train with modified camshafts,
adapted cam geometry and optimised bucket tappets featuring a
special coating which is otherwise exclusive to racing vehicles
• Modification of the intake air ducting: derestriction and
adaptation to the new maximum engine speed
• Adaptation of the engine application and increase in peak
pressure
The engineers at
Mercedes-AMG have further optimised the crank assembly in the
interests of optimum stability in tough racing use. The measures
carried out here include modified oil bores in the crankshaft, new
crankshaft bearings, a new oil pump and high-strength screwed
connections for the conrods. The entire water and oil cooling system
for the engine and transmission has also undergone further
optimisation. The AMG V8 engine in the SLS AMG Coupé Black Series is
additionally provided with a special support system. A gas-filled
strut braces the eight-cylinder engine on the body, effectively
eliminating undesired load change reactions in highly dynamic
driving on the race track. The AMG 6.3-litre V8 engine is hand-built
at the AMG hand-finishing section in Affalterbach, according to the
philosophy "one man, one engine". This hand-made quality is
confirmed by the black AMG engine badge bearing the responsible
engine fitter's signature which is a hallmark of the Black Series
models.
The eight-cylinder
naturally aspirated engine installed as a front mid-engine behind
the front axle boasts racing car-style response and livelier than
ever revving ability. The powerful AMG V8 engine's race track
aspirations are also apparent in its sound: the newly designed AMG
sports exhaust system, produced in titanium for the first time,
features distinctive centre and rear mufflers which provide for a
more powerful and even more striking engine sound. The switch from
steel to titanium has spawned substantial weight savings: at just
under 17 kilograms, the new AMG sports exhaust system is around 13
kilograms lighter than its predecessor. The new system features the
performance-enhancing fan-type exhaust pipes which have been in use
to date.
Systematic application of the AMG
Lightweight Performance strategy
Lightweight at its core:
with a kerb weight of 1550 kilograms (DIN), the new SLS AMG Coupé
Black Series is not only 70 kilograms lighter than the SLS AMG, but
also attains the best power/weight ratio of all AMG Black Series
vehicles to date by far. The figure of 2.45 kg/hp will also bear up
to comparison in the super sports car scene. Such a ratio is made
possible by systematic application of the "AMG Lightweight
Performance" strategy. Numerous body elements, such as the bonnet,
the rear panel behind the AMG sports bucket seats, the diagonal
braces on the underbody and the torque tube between engine and
transmission consist entirely of the motorsport material carbon
fibre (carbon fibre-reinforced plastic). In contrast to its
26.6-kilogram counterpart with sand-cast aluminium housing, the
carbon-fibre torque tube weighs only 13.3 kilograms. As previously,
power transmission between the engine and the dual clutch
transmission (transaxle principle) which is flange-mounted on the
rear axle is effected by means of a carbon fibre-reinforced plastic
(CRP) drive shaft weighing only 4.7 kilograms. A number of parts on
the aluminium spaceframe have also been replaced by CRP components.
A lithium-ion battery which is used in place of the conventional
starter battery saves a further eight kilograms.
Dual clutch transmission for even
more emotional dynamism
The overall power
transmission system is also a major contributory factor to the
outstanding driving dynamics of the SLS AMG Coupé Black Series. The
AMG SPEEDSHIFT DCT 7-speed sports transmission is installed ten
millimetres lower in order to achieve a lower centre of gravity for
the vehicle and is braced against the body by gas-filled struts in
order to avoid stress cycles. The dual clutch transmission features
four driving modes (C, S, S+ and M). "Sport plus" and "Manual" in
particular provide for markedly sportier performance than with the
SLS AMG and SLS AMG GT models. In addition to an increase in
shifting speed, the reduced response time to shift commands from the
driver and the shifting hardness provide for pure dynamism.
An even more thrilling
feature is the automatic double-declutching function during
downshifting: the throttle blips when shifting gear are more
pronounced and more strikingly audible than ever, due to the AMG
titanium sports exhaust system. There is also a new temporary M
mode. In C, S or S+ mode, this enables the driver to activate manual
mode without having to remove a hand from the steering wheel, by
pressing the "up" or "down" shift paddle once. In temporary M mode
the driver experiences the dynamism and performance of gear-shifting
in manual mode in all of the automatic driving programmes, with
automatic up- and down-shifting into the bargain. This allows the
driver to devote his full attention to the vehicle's impressive
performance.
New, electronic AMG rear-axle
differential lock
A newly developed,
electronically controlled AMG rear-axle differential lock with a
shorter rear-axle ratio replaces the mechanical variant; it is
integrated in the compact transmission housing. This system operates
with a variable locking effect in acceleration and deceleration
mode; in addition, the electronics respond more sensitively than to
date, enabling excellent traction for the driven wheels at all
friction levels. The electronic AMG rear-axle differential lock also
benefits driving safety: in slaloms or when changing lane at high
speeds the system has a stabilising effect, as it is able to
attenuate the vehicle's yaw rate around its vertical axis. The
standard-fit 3-stage ESP® system featuring the functions "ESP ON",
"ESP SPORT Handling Mode" and "ESP OFF" is precision-tuned to the
electronic AMG rear-axle differential lock. The same applies to the
RACE START function, which provides for perfect traction when
accelerating from a standing start in conjunction with the
electronic differential lock.
AMG RIDE CONTROL performance
suspension and sports tyres
The chassis and
suspension of the SLS AMG Coupé Black Series are also new. The basic
layout with double wishbones all-round in aluminium remains
unchanged, but barely a component has gone untouched in the
interests of much enhanced race track performance.
The new developments in detail:
• AMG RIDE CONTROL
performance suspension with tauter basic tuning and
electronically controlled two-stage damping (Sport, Sport +) for
individual adjustment to the preferred personal driving style
• Coil-over spring retainers to enable adjustment of wheel loads
for personal race track set-ups
• Elastokinematics 50 / 42% more rigid (front/rear axle) for
greater stability in fast double bends
• Track width increased by 20 / 24 millimetres (front/rear axle)
for added grip in fast bends
• New wheel carriers on front axle and new front stabiliser
tuning for added grip, reduced roll angle in fast cornering
• AMG 10-spoke light-alloy wheels, in particularly light forged
design with optimised strength, painted matt black with
high-sheen finish, dimensions: 10x19 at fron; 12x20 at rear.
Weight saving: 4.0 kilograms
• Newly developed Michelin Pilot Sport Cup 2 sports tyres.
Dimensions 275/35 R 19 at front and 325/30 R 20 at rear, for
added grip and sporty cornering limit
AMG speed-sensitive steering with newly defined power steering
characteristic for optimum steering precision and outstanding
control of the vehicle
AMG ceramic high-performance
composite brake system as standard
The brake system of the
SLS AMG Coupé Black Series boasts excellent deceleration performance
and outstanding stability. The AMG ceramic high-performance
composite brake system comes as standard. The ceramic brake discs
measuring 402 x 39 millimetres at the front and 360 x 32 millimetres
at the rear feature increased hardness for enhanced thermal
stability, accompanied by a weight reduction of around 40 percent.
As a result of the reduced unsprung masses, they optimise both
comfort and grip. The reduced rotating masses on the front axle
provide for more direct steering response. Weight savings with the
AMG ceramic high-performance composite brake system compared to a
conventional steel/aluminium brake system: 16 kilograms.
Design inspired by the SLS AMG GT3
customer sport racing car
The design of the SLS
AMG Coupé Black Series derives a special fascination from its
similarity to the SLS AMG GT3 customer sport racing car. The
gull-wing racing car developed in accordance with FIA GT3 rules has
quickly become established as a serious contender among the super
sports car elite. In the 2012 motorsport season the SLS AMG GT3 is
competing in more than 15 series on four continents. The triple
victory in the 24-hour Dubai race in January 2012, three driver and
team titles in the FIA GT3 European Championship, the ADAC GT
Masters and the FIA GT3 World Championship along with numerous
places on the podium at various short-distance, 4- and 6‑hour races
demonstrate the SLS AMG GT3's sporty performance in impressive
style. To date, the car has notched up 37 victories in the 2012
season (as per 28 October 2012).
Wide flared wings with
an added width of 13 mm (front) and 26 mm (rear) on each side create
the necessary space for the 275 mm and 325 mm sports tyres. Darkened
headlamps and black surrounds for the rear lights provide the SLS
AMG Coupé Black Series with a muscular and aggressive look. The
vehicle's aerodynamic balance is optimised by the front apron and
rear apron with diffusor along with side sill panels in Black
Series-specific design featuring carbon fibre-reinforced plastic
front splitter, carbon inserts in the side sills and the rear apron
made of carbon fibre. The enlarged air intakes with carbon-fibre
flics additionally ensure an optimum air inflow into the cooling
modules at the front.
As on the SLS AMG GT3, the carbon-fibre bonnet features a central
air outlet. Apart from effectively discharging the engine heat, this
outlet also increases downforce at the front axle and improves the
Cd value. The wing-like cross-fin and the star recess in the
radiator grille are finished in high-gloss black to match the
exterior mirrors and the fins on the bonnet. The carbon-fibre insert
on the sides with air outlet and a black fin is also reminiscent of
the GT3; this feature also helps to reduce the temperature level in
the engine compartment. The upshot is maximum stability, even in
tough race track use.
Matt black AMG forged wheels in
Black Series-specific design
A striking feature on
the sides is the attractive integration of the side skirts, which
combine with the side feature line in appealing fashion. The carbon
elements fitted along the bottom at the sides continue the line of
the carbon-fibre front splitter along to the rear. AMG forged wheels
in a series-specific 10‑spoke design, painted in matt black with a
high sheen finish, provide glimpses of the AMG ceramic
high-performance composite brake system. AMG forged wheels in matt
black with high-sheen rim flange are alternatively available.
The rear of the SLS AMG
Coupé Black Series presents a brawny appearance on a par with that
of the front end. The wide wings and the striking rear diffusor are
the predominant features here. The diffusor extends beyond the
profile of the rear apron and produces additional downforce at the
rear axle. This results in greater driving stability at high speeds.
Visible air openings behind black grilles serve to control the
dischrage of hot air in the area of the AMG titanium sports exhaust
system. The two sets of twin chrome tailpipes with a square
cross-section provide a visual demonstration of the gull-wing super
sports car's power and dynamism – an impression that is backed up by
a corresponding sound. The exclusive AMG logo with contrasting Black
Series lettering in black adds a discreet yet striking touch at the
top right of the boot lid.
AMG Aerodynamics package with
carbon-fibre components
The SLS AMG Coupé Black
Series can be upgraded with the optional AMG Aerodynamics package.
This package features a fixed, adjustable carbon-fibre rear aerofoil
in the style of the SLS AMG GT3 in place of the standard-fit
aerofoil which extends automatically at speeds of over 120 km/h. The
rear aerofoil is braced by aluminium elements on a special insert on
the boot lid and provides for even greater negative lift force on
the rear axle – not least of all as a result of the Gurney flap,
named after its inventor, Dan Gurney, a former racing driver,
designer and team owner. This eight millimetre-high spoiler lip
fitted to the rear aerofoil at an angle of 90 degrees results in a
further increase in downforce without significantly increasing drag.
The rear aerofoil is complemented by additional carbon-fibre flics
on the front apron which further reduce downforce at the front axle,
as opposed to the more inward-lying standard-fit carbon-fibre flics
which serve to optimise the inflow of air into
the cooling modules.
The optionally available
expressive colour AMG solar beam is exclusive to the SLS AMG Coupé
Black Series. Six other exterior paint finishes from the SLS AMG
range are available, including the matt paint designo magno alanite
grey.
Sporty, functional interior
exuding high quality
A functional, sporty
racing-car atmosphere is prevalent inside the SLS AMG Coupé Black
Series, with high-quality materials demonstrating precision
workmanship and exquisitely designed details. There is a choice of
two colour variants: Alcantara® black or Alcantara® black/red. With
the two-tone variant, the door centre panels and the applications on
the centre console and above the glove compartment are finished in
red. The AMG Performance steering wheel with flattened bottom rim
section features Alcantara® all round for a good grip. In the top
section the steering wheel features a sporty red 12 o'clock marking.
The real metal bezel features a high-gloss black paint finish to
match the high-gloss black surrounds of the air vents. A
particularly high-quality and exclusive Black Series detail is the
so-called "3D seam" which runs horizontally along the dashboard: a
fine Alcantara® strip in anthracite features across the entire width
of the leather covering. Red contrasting stitching in the leather
lend an accomplished finish to the 3D seam, underscoring the
hand-crafted character.
The combination of
designo leather and Alcantara® features throughout the interior – on
the bottom section of the dashboard, for example, on the door centre
panels and on the AMG sports bucket seats, whose centre sections are
covered with Alcantara®. Embossed AMG emblems on the head restraints
are further exclusive eye-catchers. In addition to providing
first-class lateral support at high cornering speeds, the AMG sports
bucket seats are also 15 kilograms lighter than the standard AMG
sports seats.
The absence of the
COMAND APS multimedia system reduces the vehicle's weight by an
additional six kilograms as a further demonstration of the SLS AMG
Coupé Black Series' uncompromisingly purist character. In place of
the screen between the air vents, a carbon-fibre trim element exudes
an authentic racing atmosphere. COMAND APS is optionally available
ex-factory. The vehicle's occupants will also discover the
motorsport material carbon fibre on the entire centre console with
the AMG DRIVE UNIT. Bold highlights are added by red seat belts and
red contrasting stitching on the AMG sports bucket seats, the centre
console, the upper and lower section of the dashboard and the door
panelling. The floor mats similarly feature red edging.
Bang & Olufsen BeoSound AMG
high-end surround sound system
A highlight among the
optional equipment and appointments is the Bang & Olufsen BeoSound
AMG high-end surround sound system, developed by Mercedes-Benz and
Mercedes-AMG together with renowned Danish audio specialist Bang &
Olufsen. The Bang & Olufsen BeoSound AMG high-end surround sound
system with Dolby Digital 5.1 enables an exclusive music experience
of the very highest standard. This is made possible by a 1000 W
amplifier and 11 loudspeakers in conjunction with precise
distribution of the music signals by the sound processor according
to the selectable seat positions – driver, co-driver or central. The
DSP digital sound processor additionally enables the user to switch
between the high-end studio sound ("Reference") and a surround sound
option. All functions are controlled via COMAND APS (optional item)
in a special Bang & Olufsen menu. The illuminated 50 W lens tweeters
are a special highlight on the dashboard. The 250 W subwoofer is
accommodated in the rear shelf. High-quality loudspeaker covers
sporting the Bang & Olufsen logo indicate the high-end system's
exclusive character.
Further
individualisation options are also available (selection):
AMG carbon-fibre
exterior mirror
AMG carbon-fibre engine cover
AMG Interior Carbon-Fibre package
AMG infotainment system (incl. COMAND APS, AMG Performance Media
and backup camera)
Media Interface
The market launch of the
SLS AMG Coupé Black Series will begin in June 2013.
