SL-Class [Renders] 2021 Mercedes-Benz SL

[Merc1]

Mercedes really should have found a niche for a true AMG version of the I6 with 500hp. I'd be happy with that in a SL55 instead of a V8 if it means that we can still have V8s and I6s in other vehicles instead of I4s.

M

 

[GTA45E]

The SL53 makes a lot of sense for Europe and markets like China, Thailand, Singapore, and Malaysia where taxes are tied to engine size(displacement). The V8-equipped SL55 is most probably a US-only model at this stage. Also, I remember some AMG guy once remarked that the in-line 6 engine is not a "true" AMG engine.

Correct, The M256 is not a true AMG engine.
It was buttered up with the 48-volt starter generator to produce more power in the E53 and GLE 53.

-and yes it makes sense the SL55 with 469hp and SL63 with 577 is for the NA market.
If these versions are getting the 20hp boost they will be fitted with the 48v starter generator with the 9-speed torque-converter transmissions like the S580.
The AMG 9-speed wet-clutch is a better performance transmission and is also lighter.

 

[dalab]

Should be a looker in this color for sure.


M

I want it like that, new SL, new beautiful color, for everyone to see me

 

[GTA45E]

Mercedes really should have found a niche for a true AMG version of the I6 with 500hp. I'd be happy with that in a SL55 instead of a V8 if it means that we can still have V8s and I6s in other vehicles instead of I4s.

M

A true AMG engineered 6-inline would definitely bump heads with the V8 in terms of power output.
The M253 is in a good position to power the AMG Sport Package models in the MB line-up.

The M253 inline 6 turbo (429hp) with the 9-Speed 48v starter-generator would make for a great entry-level SL here in the US.
heck, they are already doing it with the S500.

 

[Merc1]

A true AMG engineered 6-inline would definitely bump heads with the V8 in terms of power output.
The M253 is in a good position to power the AMG Sport Package models in the MB line-up.

The M253 inline 6 turbo (429hp) with the 9-Speed 48v starter-generator would make for a great entry-level SL here in the US.
heck, they are already doing it with the S500.

That's my point, if you make a 500hp I6 you don't need all these variants of the V8. A 500hp I6 won't bump heads with a 600+ hp V8. The SL55 could have been an I6 model. I agree, but a so called SL500 won't be this time around because of the all AMG branding.

M

 

[Pagani]

I would be fine with MB keeping the SL a V8-only lineup. Leave the 4- and 6-cylinder versions for the rest of the world. A fine last hurray to ICE portfolio. Increasingly, ICE propulsion is starting to sound as old as coal-powered propulsion in the face of fully electrified technology. So why even bother with these smaller engines (at least in the US, where I live)?

 

[lukeswiss]

Has anyone read the reports of Benz having quality issues with their V8 ? Apparently it’s not a supply chain issue.

Mercedes Canceling V8s Due To Quality Issues, Not Supply: Report

Mercedes canceled nearly all of its V8 models for the 2022 model year, but the reasoning has changed thanks to a new report.

www.motor1.com

 

[Serpens]

When Scheimer said that last month there was a bunch of internet chatter but no further elaboration from MB. I don’t think we’ll know the real answer until this is resolved.

 

[CrunchSlaughtered]

When Scheimer said that last month there was a bunch of internet chatter but no further elaboration from MB. I don’t think we’ll know the real answer until this is resolved.

But since they are listed in the US stock exchange aren't they obliged to give full information about everything that could influence the price of their stocks?

 

[Sunny]

Has anyone read the reports of Benz having quality issues with their V8 ? Apparently it’s not a supply chain issue.

The original R&T article has more details including a dubious official statement from MB.

The fact they are being so secretective about it and emphasize "retesting" and that it affects US market only, makes me think, it is highly likely that it is emissions related.

 

[Gamblerman]

 

[leylandi]

 

[leylandi]

 

[Ozy]

Yesterday I saw the current SL, and it was good to realize how huge the car is, unfitting for its purpose, like an S coupe wannabe. I’m glad to see a smaller, lower and sportier SL, as it used to be

 

[Antti]

The original R&T article has more details including a dubious official statement from MB.

The fact they are being so secretective about it and emphasize "retesting" and that it affects US market only, makes me think, it is highly likely that it is emissions related.

Maybe they are busy designing a new cheat optimization software that will cut optimize power when an emissions test is being detected?

 

[Antti]

It's a good looking car but the headlights are straight from the CLS which is a little bit predictable

 

[bmwz4coupe]

Anyone know how long the new SL will be? Looks like the size of a SLK (or SLC or what the heck they are calling the last one…).

 

[SKY]

Pasting the A-Class front end on this car is a mistake.

 

[wagnechris]

Oh my good, it is a Mercedes :-O

 

[lukeswiss]

Yesterday I saw the current SL, and it was good to realize how huge the car is, unfitting for its purpose, like an S coupe wannabe. I’m glad to see a smaller, lower and sportier SL, as it used to be

I don't think this is smaller. It just looks smaller.