The SL 55 AMG: A high performance-roadster, stands out due its unique dynamic superiority and its exclusive luxury sportcar design. There are three innovative premier features in the SL 55 AMG: the new AMG 5.51 V8 Kompressor engine, the sporty steering wheel gearshift - which connects to the SPEEDSHIFT® 5 gear automatic gearbox, and the newly developed AMG High performance braking system.

The SL 55 AMG is especially impressive with its solid powerful performance in all driving conditions, and with its superb technical prowess it provides a truly exciting driving experience.

With it's 5.5 liter engine the new developed AMG V8 Kompressor engine generates an output of 350 kW/476 hp, its maximum turning movement is from an impressive 516 lb-ft of torque at only 2650 all the way up to 4500 RPM. Acceleration in the SL 55 AMG from 0 - 60 mph takes only 4.5 seconds.

The AMG Sport Chassis is built on the Active Body Control System (ABC) and incorporates the new AMG High performance break system. The ideal combination of electronics and hydraulics in the newly developed AMG braking system guarantees that the SL 55 AMG's power is always under control. The oversized perforated and ventilated inboard discs with 8-piston calipers in front and 4 in rear, have been modified to match the SL 55 AMG's high level of performacne. Together with the Sensotronic Brake Control they ensure exceptional braking.

Emissions ratings below EU 4 limits have been achieved by filtering exhaust through two firewall- and two undercarriage-mounted catalytic converters. The dual flow AMG exhaust system culminates in sporty chrome twin tailpipes, responsible for the SL 55 AMG's sporty sound.

Enjoy the ultimate driving pleasure with the SL 55 AMG's new tip selector automatic shift on the steering wheel, a feature typically found on race cars. It allows for a particularly sporty style of driving as well as precise control over the transmission. A new five-speed automatic transmission featuring three driving modes is making its debut in the SL 55 AMG. Together with the AMG SPEEDSHIFT and the innovative AMG steering wheel shift, an additional manual mode keeps you in full control of any road situation, be it passing, taking a curve or cruising down the highway.

The handling and steering characteristics found in the SL 55 AMG, combine power and agility coupled with maximum safety and comfort. It's what you'd expect from a sports car. Fitted with such suspension and stability systems as Active Body Control (ABC) and ESP®, the AMG roadster's handling has been modified to make taking curves a pleasure at every turn.

Its sporty ergonomic interior lives up to the SL 55 AMG's exclusive character. AMG-designed sports seats with pin-holed leather, lumbar support and specially contoured sides provide plenty of lateral support in curves. The AMG instrument cluster in the SL 55 AMG exhibits a unique color scheme with plenty of attention to detail such as silver dials featuring red needles. The speedometer goes up to 300 km/h and the tachometer up to 7000/min. The solidly sculpted dashboard is covered with Alacantara. The AMG instrument cluster in the SL 55 AMG exhibits a unique color scheme with plenty of attention to detail such as silver dials featuring red needles. The speedometer goes up to 300 km/h and the tachometer up to 7000/min. The solidly sculpted dashboard is covered with Alacantara.