First, Mercedes gave us a look at a concept drawing of their SLS AMG and gave us a few details on its interior. Following that, leaked images of the car’s exterior found their way onto the internet thus starting up the hype train.
Now, a writer over at Edmunds Inside Line was been given the chance to drive a pre-production model of the car and has provided us all with a review. Additionally, some pictures of the actual car were posted although it has been heavily camoflauged to hide its exterior details.
Below is a quote from the review showcasing the car’s immense power:
“The modified AMG V8 has a whole new level of throttle response. You can sense the eagerness building from down low in the rpm range, which isn’t much of a surprise given the sturdy 402 lb-ft of torque available at just 2,500 rpm.
On a flowing track like this, you’re rarely using less than half the engine’s available revs. And sure enough, it is through the midrange where the full extent of the changes made to the 6.2-liter V8 become evident. When your foot is heavy on the throttle pedal, the engine hauls with great enthusiasm, racing around to the 5,000-rpm sweet spot. But with the redline set at 7,200 rpm, there’s a lot more to come.”
So Mercedes, how about you let us in on a price point and a solid release window for your SLS Gullwing, please?
Tags: 6.2 liter, gullwing, SLS AMG, v8 engine