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{{Short description|Seventh-generation Mercedes-Benz SL-Class}}
{{Infobox automobile
| name = Mercedes-AMG SL (R232)
| image = 2022 Mercedes-AMG SL 55.jpg
| manufacturer = Mercedes-AMG
| production = 2022–present
| assembly = Germany: [[Place:Bremen|Bremen]]
| class = Grand Tourer ([[Engineering:S-segment|S]])
| body_style = 2-door [[Engineering:2+2 (car body style)|2+2]] [[Engineering:Roadster (automobile)|roadster]]<!--2-door 2+2 seating Coupe-->
| platform = Modular Sports Architecture (MSA)
| layout=[[Engineering:Front-engine, rear-wheel-drive layout|Front-engine, rear-wheel-drive]]<br> 
[[Engineering:Front-engine, four-wheel-drive layout|Front-engine, all-wheel-drive]] (4MATIC+)
| engine = {{ubl
  |2.0 L ''M139'' mild hybrid [[Engineering:Turbocharger|turbo]] (''EQ Boost'') I4
  |4.0 L ''M177'' biturbo V8
  }}
| transmission = [[Engineering:Mercedes-Benz 9G-Tronic transmission#AMG SpeedShift MCT|Mercedes-AMG Speedshift MCT 9G]] 9-speed automatic
| wheelbase = {{convert|2700|mm|in|1|abbr=on}}
| length = {{convert|4705|mm|in|1|abbr=on}}
| height = {{convert|1359|mm|in|1|abbr=on}}
| width = {{convert|1915|mm|in|1|abbr=on}}
| weight = {{convert|1950–1970|kg|lb|0|abbr=on}}
| predecessor = Mercedes-Benz R231<br />[[Engineering:Mercedes-AMG GT|Mercedes-AMG GT Roadster (R190)]]<br />[[Engineering:Mercedes-Benz S-Class (C217)|Mercedes-Benz S-Class Cabriolet (A217)]]<ref>{{Cite web|url=https://www.edmunds.com/car-news/2022-mercedes-benz-sl-is-an-s-class-cabriolet-with-amg-dna.html|title=2022 Mercedes-Benz SL is an S-Class Cabriolet with AMG DNA|date=28 October 2021}}</ref>
| successor = 
| designer = Mark Fetherston,<ref>{{Cite web|url=https://group-media.mercedes-benz.com/marsMediaSite/en/instance/picture.xhtml?oid=51719158|title=Design sketch of the Mercedes-AMG SL|language=en|access-date=2022-07-28}}</ref> Slavche Tanevski<ref>{{Cite web|url=https://group-media.mercedes-benz.com/marsMediaSite/en/instance/picture.xhtml?oid=51719159|title=Design sketch of the Mercedes-AMG SL|language=en|access-date=2022-07-28}}</ref>
}}
[[File:2022 Mercedes-AMG SL 55 rear white.jpg|thumb]]
The '''Mercedes-AMG SL''' (model code R232) is the seventh-generation of the [[Engineering:Mercedes-Benz SL-Class|Mercedes-Benz SL-Class]] roadster, replacing the [[Engineering:Mercedes-Benz SL-Class (R231)|R231 model]]. Marketed under the Mercedes-AMG branding, it was presented on 28 October 2021, following a preview of interior on 14 July 2021. The R232 is no longer sold under Mercedes-Benz, as it has become exclusive to Mercedes-AMG and a direct replacement for the [[Engineering:Mercedes-AMG GT#Mercedes-AMG GT and GT C Roadster (2017–2021)|GT Roadster]].<ref>{{cite web|url=https://www.motor1.com/news/543848/2022-mercedes-amg-sl-specs-photos/ |title=2022 Mercedes-AMG SL Debuts With Fabric Roof, AWD, And V8 Power |first=Adrian |last=Padeanu |work=Motor1 |date=28 October 2021}}</ref><ref>{{cite web|url=https://www.motor1.com/news/498751/Mercedes-SL-roadster-AMG/ |title=Mercedes-AMG Confirms New SL Will Replace GT Roadster |first=Chris |last=Okura |work=Motor1 |date=4 April 2021}}</ref><ref>{{cite web|url=https://www.carscoops.com/2021/09/2022-mercedes-sl-roadster-snapped-at-secret-event-ahead-of-oct-20-release/ |title=2022 Mercedes SL Roadster Snapped At Secret Event Ahead of Oct 20 Release |first=Chris |last=Chilton |work=Car Scoops |date=29 September 2021}}</ref>

== Specifications ==
The R232 represents several departures from the previous SL-Class predecessors. Switching from a folding metal roof and heavy hydraulic system, as featured in the previous [[Engineering:Mercedes-Benz SL-Class (R230)|R230]] and R231 generations, to a fabric-lined roof and electric motors saves {{convert|21|kg|lb|0|abbr=on}} and lowers the center of gravity for improved handling.<ref>{{cite web|url=https://media.daimler.com/marsMediaSite/ko/de/51730250 |title=Der neue Mercedes-AMG SL: das Verdeck |work=Daimler AG Global Media Site |language=de |date=28 October 2021}}</ref> A first for the SL-Class, the R232 is fitted with AMG Performance 4MATIC+, all-wheel-drive system, and rear-axle steering.<ref name="autocar">{{cite web|url=https://www.autocar.co.uk/car-news/new-cars/2022-mercedes-amg-sl-gets-four-seats-4wd-and-577bhp-v8|title=2022 Mercedes-AMG SL gets four seats, 4WD and 577bhp V8|author=Greg Kable|date=28 October 2021|access-date=29 October 2021}}</ref>

On 14 July 2021, Mercedes-Benz released photos of the interior and dashboard.<ref>{{cite web|url=https://media.mbusa.com/releases/release-ee5a810c1007117e79e1c87135362e2f-exclusive-insights-into-the-interior-of-the-new-mercedes-amg-sl |title=Exclusive insights into the interior of the new Mercedes-AMG SL |work=Mercedes-Benz USA |date=14 July 2021}}</ref> The R232 reintroduced the 2+2 seating as standard since the [[Engineering:Mercedes-Benz R107 and C107|C107]] and R129, which had the optional 2+2 seating installed by the dealer. The rear seats are optimal for passengers whose height is up to 1.5 meters. The dashboard is symmetrical, along with the 12.3-inch digital instrument cluster and an 11.9-inch touchscreen panel in the center. The instrument cluster is placed within a binnacle to reduce the reflections from the sunlight and improve visibility when the roof is folded down. The touchscreen panel in the center is electronically tiltable to the vertical position for the same reason.{{citation needed|date= May 2022}}

At the launch, the sole engine option is a biturbo 4.0-litre V8 with two different levels of output: SL 55 4MATIC+ and SL 63 4MATIC+.<ref>{{cite web|url=https://media.daimler.com/marsMediaSite/ko/de/51730263 |title=Der neue Mercedes-AMG SL: Motor, Getriebe und Allradantrieb |work=Daimler AG Global Media Site |language=de |date=28 October 2021}}</ref> The lesser SL 55 is rated at {{convert|350|kW|PS bhp|0|abbr=on}} & {{convert|700|Nm|lbft|0|abbr=on}} while the SL 63 trumps that with {{convert|430|kW|PS bhp|0|abbr=on}} & {{convert|800|Nm|lbft|0|abbr=on}}.<ref>https://paultan.org/2021/11/01/2022-mercedes-amg-sl-revealed-r232-developed-by-affalterbach-476-ps-sl55-585-ps-sl63-phev-later/ {{Bare URL inline|date=March 2022}}</ref> The base six-cylinder inline engine and a more powerful hybrid version of the V8 engine are to be introduced at later date.<ref>{{cite web|url=https://www.auto-motor-und-sport.de/neuheiten/mercedes-sl-2021-amg-roadster/ |title=Der SL ist (fast) kein Mercedes mehr |first=Patrick |last=Lang |work=auto motor und sport |language=de |date=28 October 2021}}</ref> The 4-cylinder model is added with the SL 43. The SL 43 is rated at {{convert|280|kW|PS bhp|0|abbr=on}} & {{convert|480|Nm|lbft|0|abbr=on}}<ref>https://paultan.org/2022/04/06/2022-mercedes-amg-sl43-makes-its-official-ebuts/ {{Bare URL inline|date=June 2022}}</ref> which adds an extra {{convert|10|kW|PS bhp|0|abbr=on}} for mild hybrid. This marks the first time the SL-Class is powered by an inline-4 engine since [[Engineering:Mercedes-Benz 190 SL|Mercedes-Benz 190 SL]].{{citation needed|date= May 2022}}

The car's platform is a wholly AMG developed all-new, aluminum space frame self-supporting body structure that provides significantly more rigidity. Transverse rigidity and longitudinal rigidity are said to be 50% and 40% higher, respectively compared to the [[Engineering:Mercedes-AMG GT|GT roadster]] platform.<ref name="autocar"/> AMG's chief technical officer, Jochen Hermann, revealed that the new SL shell only weighs {{convert|270|kg|lbs|0|abbr=on}}.<ref name="autocar"/>

==Technical Data==

{| class="wikitable"
!Model!!Years!!Drivetrain!!Configuration!!Displacement!!Power!!Torque!!{{convert|0–100|km/h|mph|0|abbr=on}}!!Top Speed!!Fuel Consumption/Efficiency ([[Engineering:Worldwide Harmonised Light Vehicles Test Procedure|WLTP]])
|-
! colspan="10" style="text-align:center"|Petrol engines
|-
|SL 43
|2022–
|RWD
|M139 I4 turbo
|{{convert|1,991|cc||abbr=on}}
|{{convert|280|kW|PS bhp|0|abbr=on}} at 5,500–6,500 rpm
|{{convert|480|Nm|lbft|0|abbr=on}} at 2,250-4,500 rpm
|4.9 seconds
|{{convert|275|km/h|mph|0|abbr=on}}
|<!-- {{convert|?|L/100 km|mpgUS|abbr=on}} -->
|-
|SL 55 4MATIC+
|2022–
|rowspan="2"|4WD
|rowspan="2"|M177 DE40 LA V8 biturbo
|rowspan="2"|{{convert|3,982|cc||abbr=on}}
|{{convert|350|kW|PS bhp|0|abbr=on}} at 5,500–6,500 rpm
|{{convert|700|Nm|lbft|0|abbr=on}} at 2,250-4,500 rpm
|3.9 seconds
|{{convert|295|km/h|mph|0|abbr=on}}
|rowspan="2"|{{convert|12.7-11.8|L/100 km|mpgUS|abbr=on}}
|-
|SL 63 4MATIC+
|2022–
|{{convert|430|kW|PS bhp|0|abbr=on}} at 5,500–6,500 rpm
|{{convert|800|Nm|lbft|0|abbr=on}} at 2,500-5,000 rpm
|3.6 seconds
|{{convert|315|km/h|mph|0|abbr=on}}
|}

==References==
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==External links==

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