Ahead of orders opening in July 2013, the new UK line up for the SLS AMG has been unveiled, with two models – the new SLS AMG GT Coupé and the mighty SLS AMG Black Series Coupé – boasting significantly enhanced specification and greater driving dynamics than ever before.SLS AMG GT

Price: £165,030

Orders open in July

The new SLS AMG GT sees power increase to 591 hp (20 hp over standard SLS AMG), coupled with 650 Nm of torque, an optimised AMG SPEEDSHIFT DCT seven-speed sports transmission for more dynamic shifting, and redeveloped AMG Ride Control Performance suspension, allowing even greater agility.The naturally aspirated 6.3-litre V8 AMG engine reaches 62 mph from a standing start in just 3.7 seconds, before achieving a top speed of 199 mph. The SLS AMG GT returns a combined 21.4 mpg, with CO2 emissions of 308 g/km.The SLS AMG GT boasts significantly enhanced standard specification. Key interior features include: an AMG Performance steering wheel in nappa leather and Alcantara with 12-o’clock mark and red contrast stitching; designo Exclusive leather in black with red contrast stitching in either single-tone or two-tone; AMG floor mats with red edging; red seat belts; and Bang & Olufsen BeoSound AMG, including 11 high-performance speakers.Outside, the SLS AMG GT is set apart from other models thanks to 19 inch front and 20 inch rear AMG alloy wheels in either a five or 10 twin-spoke design in titanium grey or in a 10-spoke bi-colour design; AMG carbon-fibre exterior mirrors; AMG trim in high-gloss black; red brake calipers; darkened headlamps and rear lights with a black surround; and AMG GT lettering on the boot lid.SLS AMG Black Series

Price: £229,985

Orders open in July

Joining the SLS AMG GT in the new super sports car line up is the SLS AMG Black Series; a vehicle inspired by the SLS AMG GT3 racing car.The 6.3-litre V8 AMG engine generates a staggering 631 hp and 635 Nm of torque, accelerating from 0-62 mph in 3.6 seconds.Helping the SLS AMG Black Series to achieve these figures is its lightweight construction, reducing the kerb weight to 1,625 kg (70 kg less than the SLS AMG). This is part of the “AMG Lightweight Performance” strategy, with 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, made entirely of motorsport-grade carbon-fibre-reinforced plastic. In contrast to its 26.6 kg counterpart with sand-cast aluminium housing, the carbon-fibre torque tube weighs now just 13.3 kg.AMG Ride Control Performance suspension, AMG ceramic high-performance composite brake system, wider flared wings (increased in width by 26 mm at the front and 52 mm at the rear), a new AMG titanium sports exhaust system, and the electronically controlled AMG rear-axle differential lock further boosts the driving dynamics of the SLS AMG Black Series.Outside, the 19”/20” AMG five twin-spoke forged bi-colour alloys; carbon-fibre front splitter and flicks on the front apron; and carbon-fibre rear aerofoil and diffuser with two chrome twin tailpipes set the Black Series apart from the SLS AMG GT.The interior blends comfort with track-focused versatility, including AMG sports bucket seats in designo black leather and Alcantara, with upholstery across the dashboard, console sides and door panels in a mix of nappa leather and Alcantara. Additionally, the interior benefits from AMG carbon-fibre trim, COMAND system with AMG Performance Media, and the AMG Performance steering wheel in Alcantara with a red 12-o’clock mark.The new SLS AMG model line up is available to order now.

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