New 2014 Mercedes-Benz Sl 400 Review

New 2014 Mercedes-Benz Sl 400 Review

New 2014 Mercedes-Benz Sl 400 Review - Regularly suctioned motors appear bound for the jeopardized species' schedule as constrained prompting goes into about every standard class. The most recent illustration is the new Sl400 roadster Mercedes declared today. It's an immediate reinstatement for the Sl350 roadster with the main genuine change based on the new 3.0-liter, twin-turbocharged V-6.

The new biturbo V-6 could be down on removal from its 3.5-liter ancestor, however it makes up for it with force — 26 additional steeds and 81 additional pound-feet. Mercedes Benz says 0 to 62 mph time will drop 0.7 seconds, performing the deed in 5.2 seconds on its path to its 155-mph administered top speed. While Mercedes does have a nine-rate transmission accessible for utilize, the German automaker chose the current seven-velocity unit might suffice for the Sl400.

The biturbo V-6 was first seen a year ago in the E400 vehicle, however it made less power. Like that motor, the SL400's plant characteristics some really awesome tech to make tire-turning torque while keeping the EPA (and clients' wallets) joyful. Its immediate infusion fuel framework characteristics Piezo injectors that squirt fuel up to five times for every force stroke for an even blaze. The weight at which they work is shifted dependent upon motor mapping and certain conditions. Lighting the fuel is an ignition framework that makes various starts over throughout the same force stroke of every cylinder. Much the same as the fuel, the singular flash occasions are variable in their timing — all in an exertion for the cleanest, most power-processing smolder conceivable.

Mercedes-Benz says the SL400 will get 32 mpg while processing negligible tailpipe emanations.

Specfications :

year: 2014make: Mercedes-BenzModel: SL-Classprice: $ 95000Horsepower @ RPM: 333 @ 5250Torque @ RPM: 354 @ 1600Displacement: 3.0 L0-60 time: 5.2 sec.
Top Speed: 155 mph

New 2014 Mercedes-Benz Sl 400 Review

Exterior

2014 Mercedes-Benz Sl 400 Exterior

Mercedes hasn't said any outer surface overhauls from the Sl350 to the new Sl400 additionally the suitable badging swaps. That is fine and dandy, as the SL-Class is a wonderful auto that was updated in 2012. Despite the fact that its going on three years of age, the outline doesn't look dated or tired.

The SL-Class emphasizes a couple of clever contraptions on its outside like MAGIC VISION CONTROL which works with the windshield wipers by just squirting washer liquid on the wipers rotating heading edge. It's MAGIC SKY CONTROL likewise assists with outward perceivability. The force collapsing hard top accompanies a surrounding glass embed over the travelers, giving an outdoors feel even with the top up. The driver can change the glass between transparent and misty at the touch of a catch. This kind of engineering was first seen on Mercedes' Maybach limousines.

Drivetrain

2014 Mercedes-Benz Sl 400 Drivetrain

Like we said before the hop, the new Sl400 accompanies a 3.0-liter twin-turbo (or biturbo as Mercedes calls it) V-6 making 333 torque and 354 pound-feet of torque. The motor is mated to an expected seven-velocity programmed that powers the back wheels.

Like different producers, Mercedes appears to be taking the diminished uprooting, constrained actuation course. This not just helps expansion power from a littler, lighter motor, additionally helps build the auto's general mileage. Indeed, people looking for a $100,000 two-entryway roadster likely aren't excessively worried about how the EPA rates their fuel utilization, yet it does help Mercedes meet those approaching CAFE measures.

Competition

Jaguar F-Type Review

Jaguar F-Type

Jaguar F-Type has see truly a recovery since the F-Type's discharge in 2013. The Roadster has turned out to be a heavenly auto will incredible adjust, balance, and a lot of force. In spite of the fact that it just accompany a delicate top, the F-Type doesn't disregard the extravagances of a stupendous tourer. Like the SL-Class, the F-Type accompanies distinctive motor alternatives intended for diverse purchasers.

Beginning, the F-Type is fueled by a 3.0-liter, supercharged V-6 making 340- to 380 torque (contingent upon trim level) and a rambunctious 5.0-liter, regularly suctioned V-8 making 495 steeds and 460 pound-feet of torque.

Costs for the F-Type Roadster begin at $65,500 for the standard trim and trips to $77,000 for the "S" Trim. The most capable F-Type is the "R," whose value begins at $99,000.

Bmw 6-Series Convertible Review

Bmw 6-Series Convertible

The Bmw 6-Series Convertible is offered in two diverse trim levels, both having the alternative of xdrive, BMW's all-wheel-drive framework. The base 640i accompanies a 3.0-liter turbocharged inline six-chamber making 315 pull. The 650i has BMW's capable 4.4-liter twin-turbo V-8 making a great 445 drive. Both motors are supported by an eight-pace programmed transmission that characteristics Sport and manual movement modes.

Like the Jaguar, the 6-Series accompanies a fabric delicate top. While it may allow more sound to enter the cockpit while driving, the ragtop does keep the auto's general weight down and brings down the inside of gravity.

Cost for the 6-Series begins at $82,900 for the 640i while adding xdrive knocks the cost to $85,900. Moving up to the 650i puts the base cost at $94,200 while the 650i xdrive begins at $97,200.

Price

Talking about accounts, the Mercedes SL-Class has a base beginning cost of $106,700 for the 2014 Sl550. That value ascensions to $147,300 with the Sl63 AMG, and significantly further to $214,500 for the gigantic Sl65 AMG.

Mercedes says the SL400 will fall underneath the SL550 in its lineup, turning into an extra part of the SL-Class. In Europe, notwithstanding, the SL400 will swap the SL350 and it is 3.5-liter V-6.

Since the SL400 will take the most minimal spot in the SL-Class lineup, we'd anticipate that it will start simply under $100,000 — say $95,000 in addition to all the additional charges and expenses. We'll tell you when Mercedes reports the authority valuing, so stay tuned to Topspeed. - New 2014 Mercedes-Benz Sl 400 Review