2012 Mercedes-Benz SL-Class SL 550 RWD Automatic

• 18 x 8.5 front & 18 x 9.5 rear 5-spoke aluminum wheels
• Bi-xenon high-intensity discharge headlamps w/active curve illumination -inc: headlamp washer system
• Electro-hydraulic retractable aluminum hardtop w/easy-pack system
• P255/40R18 high-performance front tires
• P285/35R18 high-performance rear tires
• Pwr mirrors w/driver side auto-dimming -inc: integrated LED turn signals, parking position for passenger side exterior mirror
• Variable intermittent windshield wipers w/heated washer nozzles

• 12-way AMG multi-contour pwr front sport seats w/3-position memory -inc: massage function
• AIRSCARF ventilated headrests
• Anti-theft alarm system w/engine immobilizer
• Auto-dimming rearview mirror
• Automatic dual-zone climate control
• Aux pwr outlet
• Bluetooth hands-free communication system
• Center armrest mounted iPod/MP3 media interface
• COMAND cockpit management & data system -inc: 40 GB hard drive, GPS navigation, Zagat Survey w/restaurant guide
• Cruise control
• Enhanced voice control for audio, telephone & navigation
• Front floor mats
• harman/kardon Logic 7 surround sound system -inc: (10) speakers, Dolby digital 5.1 encoding, HD Radio, in-dash 6-disc CD/DVD changer, media interface w/SD memory card reader
• Heated & active ventilated front seats
• Integrated garage door opener
• Interior wood trim
• KEYLESS-GO
• Leather seat upholstery
• Leather-wrapped pwr 3-spoke tilt/telescopic multi-function steering wheel -inc: EASY ENTRY feature
• Leather-wrapped shift knob
• Mercedes-Benz Maintenance System display -inc: distance remaining to next maintenance, type of service due, reminders
• Pwr windows w/1-touch express up/down front & 1-touch express down rear windows
• SIRIUS satellite radio w/SIRIUS real-time traffic (subscription required)
• SmartKey infrared remote -inc: trunk open, windows open/close, panic alarm, fuel filler door, selective unlock all, hard top raise/lower doors or drivers
• SmartKey system -inc: remote central locking system, anti-theft engine immobilizer, drive-away automatic locking

• 5.5L DOHC SFI 32-valve V8 engine
• 7-speed automatic transmission w/TouchShift manual shift control
• Active Body Control (ABC) -inc: coil spring & electronically controlled hydraulic cylinder w/gas-pressurized shock absorber at each wheel, automatic all-wheel level control, driver-selectable ride-height control, automatic speed-sensitive lowering
• Automatic brake drying
• Dual trapezoidal exhaust tips
• Independent 4-link front suspension
• Independent 5-link rear suspension
• Pwr 4-piston ventilated/perforated front & 1-piston solid rear disc brakes
• Rear wheel drive
• Variable ratio Direct-steer system
• Vehicle-speed-sensitive pwr rack & pinion steering w/hydraulic pwr assist

• 3-point seat belts w/pretensioners -inc: dual stage force limiters
• Anti-lock braking system (ABS) w/brake assist system (BAS)
• Automatic slip reduction (ASR)
• Crash-responsive exit aid
• Door-mounted side-impact head & thorax airbags
• Drivers knee airbag
• Dual-stage front airbags w/occupant classification system
• Electronic stability program (ESP)
• Front/rear crumple zones
• mbrace in-vehicle services
• Night security illumination
• Pop-up roll bar
• Tire pressure monitoring system

Model Highlights

The rear-wheel-drive, 2-seater SL550 roadster has a 5.5L V8 engine that makes 382 hp yet achieves a surprising 22 mpg while cruising on the highway, thanks to its driver-adaptive electronic 7-speed transmission. The Optimum Gear program selects the best gear for maximum acceleration or engine braking, while the Comfort setting starts the car in second gear -- or a reverse second gear -- and keeps the rpms low in slippery conditions. The Active Body Control suspension system uses a coil spring, hydraulic cylinder and shock absorber at each wheel. The system senses the requirements of each wheel and adjusts for vibration, pitch, squat and roll. The driver can use the system to select a ride height, including Sport mode, which provides sharper handling. The SL-Class also uses electronic stability control, anti-lock brakes, electro-hydraulic braking and brake assist. Standard equipment includes heated washer nozzles and rain-sensing wipers, dual chrome exhaust tips, heated rear window and mirrors, multifunction steering wheel and a sun sensor that adjusts the climate control when the sun is shining into the passenger compartment. The Easy-Pack feature tilts the stowed roof up a bit for trunk access. The SL63 AMG remains unchanged for 2012, with a 6.3L V8 tuned by AMG for 518 hp and a 0-60 time of 4.5 seconds. The interior is more high-tech than luxury, with carbon fiber trim and Napa leather seats. The MCT 7-speed transmission with race-start function optimizes acceleration with maximum power and minimum slip at the touch of a button.