Mercedes-Benz has revealed the SL65 AMG, a range-topping twin-turbocharged V12 version of its all-new roadster with 463kW and 1000Nm of torque.
The newest variant of the SL arrives shortly after Mercedes-Benz pulled the wraps off the SL63 AMG that boasts a maximum of 414kW from its 5.5-litre V8.
There's a slight gap in performance between the two, with the SL63 completing the 0-100km/h sprint in 4.3 seconds and the SL65 managing it in 4 seconds. Measured to 200km/h the gap becomes larger, with the cars posting times of 12.9 seconds and 11.8 seconds respectively.
For the first time, Mercedes-Benz has managed to fit the AMG 7G-Tronic seven-speed automatic gearbox to its V12 engine which, with its wide spread of gears and start/stop function, helps to increase fuel economy by 17 per cent over its predecessor. The SL65 AMG claims fuel consumption of 11.5 litres/100km, or 24.4mpg.
Standard kit includes AMG sports suspension, speed-sensitive steering, a three-stage ESP stability system and a limited slip differential.
