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Mercedes-Benz apparently went back to the drawing board and devised a new sports car, as we now have the first spy shots of a prototype for it, which our sources tell us doesn’t share anything in common with the SLS. The new car, which carries the internal code C190, will target younger buyers than those of the retro-inspired SLS, and its styling, which already appears much more modern than that of the SLS, will reflect that.
It will have traditional doors and its engine, an AMG-built V-8, mounted up front. It’s not clear if all-wheel drive will be offered, but given the AMG division’s newfound love of all-wheel-drive cars it’s entirely possible. Another indication that all-wheel drive may at least be offered is the sighting of a Nissan GT-R testing alongside it. We do know it will be significantly smaller than the SLS, as the spy shots confirm, meaning a lighter curb weight. A new aluminum spaceframe structure has been developed, which should help keep weight below 3,300 pounds. The SLS, which also features aluminum construction, weighs more than 3,600 pounds.
The most likely engine option is a version of AMG's latest 5.5-liter twin-turbo V-8, although a smaller twin-turbo 4.0-liter V-8 said to be in the works is also possible. Power should rate at roughly 500 horsepower. AMG’s seven-speed SPEEDSHIFT dual-clutch ‘box, meanwhile, will handle gear changes. It will be mounted at the rear to help even out the weight distribution. A reveal of the new car, whatever it’s called, is expected in the second half of 2014, with sales to start shortly after.
A convertible is expected roughly one year after the launch of this coupe version, and it’s almost certain an even higher performance Black Series model will eventually be launched. Note, while the new sports car replaces the SLS AMG in the Mercedes-Benz lineup, the two cars may be sold side by side initially. A minor facelift for the larger SLS AMG is in the works, which means it isn't yet ready for its swan song.
- http://www.motorauthority.com/news/1026749_2015-mercedes-benz-sls-amg-replacement-c190-spy-shots
It will have traditional doors and its engine, an AMG-built V-8, mounted up front. It’s not clear if all-wheel drive will be offered, but given the AMG division’s newfound love of all-wheel-drive cars it’s entirely possible. Another indication that all-wheel drive may at least be offered is the sighting of a Nissan GT-R testing alongside it. We do know it will be significantly smaller than the SLS, as the spy shots confirm, meaning a lighter curb weight. A new aluminum spaceframe structure has been developed, which should help keep weight below 3,300 pounds. The SLS, which also features aluminum construction, weighs more than 3,600 pounds.
The most likely engine option is a version of AMG's latest 5.5-liter twin-turbo V-8, although a smaller twin-turbo 4.0-liter V-8 said to be in the works is also possible. Power should rate at roughly 500 horsepower. AMG’s seven-speed SPEEDSHIFT dual-clutch ‘box, meanwhile, will handle gear changes. It will be mounted at the rear to help even out the weight distribution. A reveal of the new car, whatever it’s called, is expected in the second half of 2014, with sales to start shortly after.
A convertible is expected roughly one year after the launch of this coupe version, and it’s almost certain an even higher performance Black Series model will eventually be launched. Note, while the new sports car replaces the SLS AMG in the Mercedes-Benz lineup, the two cars may be sold side by side initially. A minor facelift for the larger SLS AMG is in the works, which means it isn't yet ready for its swan song.
- http://www.motorauthority.com/news/1026749_2015-mercedes-benz-sls-amg-replacement-c190-spy-shots
