2014 Mercedes-Benz SLS AMG GT News, Review and Price

2014 Mercedes-Benz SLS AMG GT News

German automotive giant Mercedes published a press release announcing release of their upcoming SLS AMG model. 2014 Mercedes-Benz SLS AMG GT Final Edition are being built in a limited quantity, only 350 units. Upgrade package includes visual improvements and a performance boost that transforms this SLS AMG GT into a super sports car.

2014 Mercedes-Benz SLS AMG GT Specification

*General Info*
Vehicle Type : Coupe	Base Price : €225,505
Fuel Tank Capacity: 22.5 gals (85 L)	Miles Per Gallon : 13 city / 19 hwy

*Dimensions*
Length: 182.8 in. (464.3 cm)	Wheel Base: 105.5 in. (267.8 cm)
Height: 49.7 in. (126.2 cm)	Width: 81.7 in. (207.5 cm)
Luggage Capacity: 6.2 cu ft	Maximum Seating: 2 people

*Performance*
Engine : V8 AMG DOHC	Displacement : 6.3 Liter
Horsepower : 591 HP	Max RPM : 6800 RPM
Torque : 481 lb-ft @4750 rpm	Transmission : 7-Speed AMG Speedshift
0-60 mph : 3.7 seconds	Maximum Speed : 199 mph (320 km/h)

2014 Mercedes-Benz SLS AMG GT Engine

Mercedes-Benz SLS AMG GT 6.3 liter V8 engine was fine tuned to produce a total of 591 horsepower at 6800 rpm, to go with its 481 lbs ft of torque. You can go from from 0 to 60 mph in 3.7 seconds while top speed has been limited to 198 mph. Stock transmission was replaced by a 7-speed AMG speedshift gearbox.

2014 Mercedes-Benz SLS AMG GT Performance

Air outlets rear aero foil and front splitter reduce lift on both rear and front axle. With extra downforce, car behaves decently at high speeds. Wider wheels give it more grip on road making it easier to steer at higher speeds.

2014 Mercedes-Benz SLS AMG GT Exterior

2014 Mercedes-Benz SLS AMG GT exterior of car has been upgraded with a carbon fiber rear spoiler and bonnet. Mercedes added two air intakes to front bumper right beneath headlights and a central air outlet on bonnet.

Struts on rear have been finished in high-gloss black while stock doors were completely removed and replaced with gull-wing doors. Additionally, upgrade kit comes with black painted rims and brake plates in red.

2014 Mercedes-Benz SLS AMG GT Interior

Seats, doors and central panel are covered with diamond pattern leather. Mercedes replaced stock console with a carbon-fiber while instrument panel are covered in leather. 2014 Mercedes-Benz SLS AMG GT team worked on delivering a kit that makes this SLS GT look more like a super sports car. With only 350 units expected, they are set for release in March 2014. It will be available in either Coupe or Roadster trims.