2012 Mercedes SLK 55 AMG

The 2012 Mercedes SLK 55 AMG is celebrating its premiere at the IAA. Under the hood is a newly developed V8 naturally aspirated infected with cylinder deactivation.The AMG version of the 2012  Mercedes SLK 55 AMG is powered by a newly developed V8 naturally aspirated engine. The sucker is the 5.5-liter twin-turbo V8 – the basic unit for almost all upcoming 63 AMG models – derived. Charged by the brother he differs among other things, the new air intake, new cylinder heads, modified valvetrain, a custom oil supply and an optimized crankcase. First time a cylinder shut-off is used.

2012 Mercedes SLK 55 AMG is faster and more economical

2012 Mercedes SLK 55 AMG has the engine at 6800 rpm with 422 hp. about 15 percent larger capacity than its predecessor, the fuel consumption to fall by around 30 percent. The maximum torque of 540 Nm at 4,500 rpm is gasoline direct injection engines., Up from 510 Nm predecessor. The sprint from zero to 100 km / h should succeed the V8 Roadster now in 4.6 seconds. Top speed is electronically limited to 250 km / hr. AMG is the consumption of 8.5 L/100 km (CO2 emissions: 195 g / km). The 2012  Mercedes SLK 55 AMG fulfills the EU 5 emission standards and all requirements of the U.S. market.
2012 Mercedes SLK 55 AMG-V8 cylinder vacuum cleaner shuts off

Responsible for the fuel savings are in addition to the reduced displacement and direct injection, especially the cylinder shut-off and a standard start-stop system. As soon as the driver does not retrieve the full power, the engine only runs on four cylinders and burns less fuel, according to. In the four-cylinder mode, up to 230 Nm of torque available.

The cylinder of 2012 Mercedes SLK 55 AMG deactivation is in the speed range of 800 to 3.600/min. available if the driver has the transmission mode “C” (Controlled Efficiency) selected. 16 hydraulically switchable compensation elements in the cylinder head to make the cylinder shut-off possible. The compensation elements keep the respective intake and exhaust valves of the cylinders two, three, five and eight closed. In parallel, the fuel supply and ignition are turned off.
2012 Mercedes SLK 55 AMG with four cylinders until reaches 160

The transition between four-and eight-cylinder operation, according to 2012 Mercedes SLK 55 AMG takes only about 30 milliseconds and is hardly noticeable to the driver. The current operating status can be displayed in the cockpit. AMG engine boss Friedrich Eichler, according to the engine is running at highway cruising speed to about 160 with four cylinders. Combined, the new eight-cylinder engine with a seven-speed sports automatic transmission that features three driving modes.

Another novelty in the 2012 Mercedes SLK 55 AMG is the sports exhaust system with integrated exhaust valves. Depending on the power requirements of the driver and engine speed, the flaps of the exhaust opening at an angle of about 30 to 15 to 50 degrees. At full load and higher speeds in the eight-cylinder operation, the valves are fully open, closed below 2,000 revolutions they remain. This should provide the V8 in every situation the right sound experience.
2012 Mercedes SLK 55 AMG is more agile

Adapted to the high engine output carries the 2012 Mercedes SLK 55 AMG sports suspension with direct steering and a high-performance braking system. The ESP is adjustable in three steps. A tighter Feder, completely rigid stabilizers, and a greater negative camber on the rear axle to enable high cornering speeds. The standard “torque vectoring brake” generated by the cornering limit targeted brake intervention at the inner rear of the vehicle, a rotation around the vertical axis and supports fast turn-on twisty roads.

The direct-steer promising when compared to a standard steering more handling and agility of the vehicle and to simultaneously reduce the effort needed for parking. Optionally, the 2012 Mercedes SLK 55 AMG are equipped with a handling package. It includes a firmer suspension, rear locking differential, composite brake discs at the front technique and the AMG performance steering wheel in a three-spoke design.
2012 Mercedes SLK 55 AMG interior is reminiscent of the SLS AMG

2012 Mercedes SLK 55 AMG has a front apron with large air intakes and LED daytime running lights tinted, clear lens headlamps and taillights and a side panel lift the SLK 55 AMG out of its smaller brethren. The rear is marked by a black diffuser insert, two chromed twin tailpipes and a painted spoiler. This will provide specially at high speeds for better stability.

The interior of the 2012 Mercedes SLK 55 AMG is oriented according to the manufacturer at the larger SLS AMG Roadster. Four round gauges behind the steering wheel and flattened top and bottom shift paddles, brushed aluminum and the four air vents emphasize the kinship to its big brother. The sports seats can use the “Airscarf” said neck-level heating are provided. For the first time a new wind deflector is used, the driver and front passenger can each adjust to their needs.

As with the smaller models to choose buyers of the 2012 Mercedes SLK 55 AMG consists of three roof options. As a world first called the AMG Panoramic vario roof with “Magic Sky Control.” By pressing a button can turn on the transparent glass roof clear or dark. This is even when the roof is an open-air feeling arise in the interior. All three roof options for the new SLK are made of aluminum and are therefore some six kilos lighter than its predecessor.

In addition to the assistance systems provide the 2012 Mercedes SLK 55 AMG has developed new, fiber-reinforced roll bar, dual-stage airbags and head restraints standard chrashaktive for the safety of the occupants. The first time the Mercedes E-Class is also used in fatigue detection as standard. If desired, the roadster will be fitted with all available security systems from Mercedes.
2012 Mercedes SLK 55 AMG comes in January 2012

Its launch celebrates the New Mercedes SLK 55 AMG in January 2012. Prices start at € 72 590. With the launch of 2012 Mercedes SLK 55 AMG “Edition 1″ to have. At a price of € 85 520, the SLK gets by with a two-tone leather trim, decorative elements made of carbon, a steering wheel with Alcantara inserts, illuminated door sills and painted matt black alloy wheels.