2012 Mercedes-Benz SL-Class

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Target Launch: Summer 2011
Pricing & Specs are Edmunds.com's expectations.

The 2011 Mercedes-Benz SL-Class is still available.

MSRP not available for Pre-Production vehicles

What Edmunds Says

The 2012 Mercedes-Benz SL-Class should continue to be a very impressive luxury roadster thanks to an expected full redesign.

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Available Models

2012 Mercedes-Benz SL-Class 2dr Convertible f34

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SL-Class Base

4.7L V8 engine
Automatic transmission

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What's New for 2012

The 2012 Mercedes-Benz SL-Class will be fully redesigned.

Introduction

Early reports point to the 2012 Mercedes-Benz SL-Class receiving a classic grille, much like the one found on Mercedes' new SLS AMG sports car. Much of the rest of the current SL-Class elements will likely remain. Spy photos reveal the elongated hood, short trunk and long overhangs will survive, as will a metal retractable hardtop.

Engine choices will probably reflect Mercedes' recent move toward turbocharging smaller-displacement engines instead of the larger normally aspirated power plants found in the current model. Our best guess has a 4.7-liter twin-turbo powering the base model and a larger twin-turbo motivating the AMG variant. Check back closer to the vehicle's expected launch in the summer of 2011 for complete buying advice and driving impressions.