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<strong>Mercedes-Benz SL350 BlueEFFICIENCY</strong><br />The SL350 test car was equipped with the "AMG Sports Package" (¥900,000). The "Cabasite Blue" body color is also new for this model.
<strong>Mercedes-Benz SL550 BlueEFFICIENCY</strong><br />The interior of the SL550 test car featured the Full Leather Package (¥500,000) and a Bang & Olufsen audio system (¥500,000).
<strong>Mercedes-Benz SL550 BlueEFFICIENCY</strong><br />The body color is a matte paint called "Celsite Grey" (an optional color for ¥200,000).
<strong>Mercedes-Benz SL-Class</strong><br />A white body was on display at the test drive venue.
<strong>Mercedes-Benz SL550 BlueEFFICIENCY</strong>
<strong>Mercedes-Benz SL550 BlueEFFICIENCY</strong><br />The SL550's engine is a 4.7-liter V8 DOHC twin-turbocharged unit, producing a maximum output of 435 hp and a peak torque of 700 Nm.
<strong>Mercedes-Benz SL550 BlueEFFICIENCY</strong><br />Standard tires are 255/40R18 for the front and 285/35R18 for the rear.
<strong>Mercedes-Benz SL550 BlueEFFICIENCY</strong>
<strong>Mercedes-Benz SL550 BlueEFFICIENCY</strong>
<strong>Mercedes-Benz SL550 BlueEFFICIENCY</strong><br />The white car in the foreground is the SL63 AMG, which was on display as a reference.
<strong>Mercedes-Benz SL350 BlueEFFICIENCY</strong>
<strong>Mercedes-Benz SL350 BlueEFFICIENCY</strong>
<strong>Mercedes-Benz SL350 BlueEFFICIENCY</strong>
<strong>Mercedes-Benz SL350 BlueEFFICIENCY</strong><br />LEDs are used for the positioning lights and turn signals.
<strong>Mercedes-Benz SL350 BlueEFFICIENCY</strong><br />With the "AMG Sports Package," the car is equipped with 19-inch five-spoke wheels.
<strong>Mercedes-Benz SL350 BlueEFFICIENCY</strong><br />The electric draft stop, which prevents wind turbulence when driving, is standard equipment.
<strong>Mercedes-Benz SL350 BlueEFFICIENCY</strong>
<strong>Mercedes-Benz SL350 BlueEFFICIENCY</strong>
<strong>Mercedes-Benz SL350 BlueEFFICIENCY</strong>
<strong>Mercedes-Benz SL350 BlueEFFICIENCY</strong>
<strong>Mercedes-Benz SL350 BlueEFFICIENCY</strong>
<strong>Mercedes-Benz SL350 BlueEFFICIENCY</strong><br />The SL350's engine is a 3.5-liter V6, producing a maximum output of 225 kW (306 hp) and a peak torque of 370 Nm (37.5 kgm).
<strong>Mercedes-Benz SL350 BlueEFFICIENCY</strong><br />With the "AMG Sports Package," the interior design is unique, and the trim and instrument panels are also changed to AMG specifications.
<strong>Mercedes-Benz SL350 BlueEFFICIENCY</strong>
<strong>Mercedes-Benz SL350 BlueEFFICIENCY</strong>
<strong>Mercedes-Benz SL350 BlueEFFICIENCY</strong>
<strong>Mercedes-Benz SL350 BlueEFFICIENCY</strong>
<strong>Mercedes-Benz SL350 BlueEFFICIENCY</strong>
<strong>Mercedes-Benz SL350 BlueEFFICIENCY</strong>
<strong>Mercedes-Benz SL350 BlueEFFICIENCY</strong>
<strong>Mercedes-Benz SL550 BlueEFFICIENCY</strong>
<strong>Mercedes-Benz SL550 BlueEFFICIENCY</strong>
<strong>Mercedes-Benz SL550 BlueEFFICIENCY</strong>
<strong>Mercedes-Benz SL550 BlueEFFICIENCY</strong>
<strong>Mercedes-Benz SL550 BlueEFFICIENCY</strong>
<strong>Mercedes-Benz SL550 BlueEFFICIENCY</strong><br />The triangle on the side mirror is an indicator for the "Active Blind Spot Assist," which illuminates when it detects other vehicles in the blind spot, a feature found on recent Mercedes models.
<strong>Mercedes-Benz SL550 BlueEFFICIENCY</strong>
<strong>Mercedes-Benz SL550 BlueEFFICIENCY</strong>
<strong>Mercedes-Benz SL550 BlueEFFICIENCY</strong>
<strong>Mercedes-Benz SL550 BlueEFFICIENCY</strong>
<strong>Mercedes-Benz SL550 BlueEFFICIENCY</strong><br />Trunk capacity is 364 liters with the roof retracted, and up to 504 liters.
<strong>Mercedes-Benz SL550 BlueEFFICIENCY</strong><br />If you have the key, the trunk can be opened and closed simply by performing a pedaling motion under the trunk.
<strong>Mercedes-Benz SL550 BlueEFFICIENCY</strong>
<strong>Mercedes-Benz SL550 BlueEFFICIENCY</strong>
<strong>Mercedes-Benz SL550 BlueEFFICIENCY</strong><br />Optional "Magic Sky Control" panoramic vario-roof in the closed position.
<strong>Mercedes-Benz SL550 BlueEFFICIENCY</strong><br />Optional "Magic Sky Control" panoramic vario-roof in the transparent position.
<strong>Mercedes-Benz SL550 BlueEFFICIENCY</strong>
<strong>Mercedes-Benz SL550 BlueEFFICIENCY</strong>
<strong>Mercedes-Benz SL63 AMG</strong><br />The SL63 AMG was also on display at the test drive venue as a reference.
<strong>Mercedes-Benz 300SL (W198)</strong><br />At an overseas test drive event, the author had the opportunity to drive successive generations of the SL, from the first model to the latest. What was surprising was that all models shared a remarkably similar driving feel.

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