The sixth AMG 43 series model introduced at the AMG 50 Years event in Sepang today is the Mercedes-AMG SLC 43. The model is the range-topper in the Mercedes-Benz SLC line-up, and arrives here seven months after the SLC 200 and SLC 300 AMG Line made their local debut.
Revisions carried out to the third-gen R172 roadster to bring it from its SLK form into the present include a new bumper, a new diamond radiator grille and reshaped headlamps (LED Intelligent Light units, in this case) at the front, and a new rear valence insert with integrated exhaust tips and a new tail light design at the back.
Like every other AMG 43 model introduced by Mercedes-Benz Malaysia today, the SLC 43 is equipped with a M276 DELA 30 twin-turbo V6 mill, the 3.0 litre unit pushing out a familiar 362 hp (or 367 PS) at 5,500 to 6,000 rpm and 520 Nm of torque from 2,000 to 4,200 rpm. Of the lot, only the unit in the E 43 variant has a higher state of output tune.
The lump is paired with an AMG-tuned nine-speed 9G-Tronic torque converter automatic transmission, which boasts specifically-adapted software for shorter shift times and features multiple downshifts and a double-declutching function in Sport and Sport + modes as available via the AMG Dynamic Select system, which offers five different drive modes – in addition to the above, there’s Comfort, Eco and Individual.
Performance figures include a 0-100 km/h time of 4.7 seconds and an electronically-governed 250 km/h top whack.
Other bits include an AMG mechanical rear-axle limited-slip differential, an AMG high-performance composite braking system (larger, perforated front brake discs) and a sports exhaust system equipped with two automatically map-controlled flaps – in normal modes (Eco and Comfort), the flaps remain closed most of the time, but open earlier and more spontaneously in Sport and Sport+ modes.
The Malaysian-spec SLC 43 comes equipped with an AMG Ride Control suspension and rides on 18-inch AMG multi-spoke wheels. The car comes equipped with a TireFit kit, and also on is a Night Package, which adds high-gloss black-themed styling add-ons.
The car’s AMG Line interior brings about exclusive nappa leather upholstery and AMG carbon-fibre trim elements as well as the usual AMG door sill panels and floor mats. The SLC 43 also features a new three-spoke AMG Performance multi-function steering wheel, dressed in nappa/Dinamica microfibre.
The panoramic glass vario-roof – which can be operated at speeds of up to 40 km/h – comes with Magic Sky Control, which allows for the glass to be lightened or darkened to suit exterior lighting conditions. Also present is a semi-automatic boot separator, Airguide wind deflectors, a Thermotronic dual-zone climate control, a reverse camera and Keyless Go.
Other standard equipment includes Comand Online – which has been updated with new graphics and now comes with a seven-inch screen and supports Apple CarPlay and Android Auto – and a Harman Kardon Logic 7 surround sound system.
The Mercedes-AMG SLC 43 is priced at RM570,888, on-the-road, without insurance. With Agility Financing, and based on a downpayment varying from 27% to 33% with a five year tenure, the monthly instalment for the SLC 43 can be as low as RM5,708. With a Hire Purchase Classic scheme, it’s RM7,265.
You can read our French test drive report of the SLC 43, and view the complete specifications of the car at CarBase.my.
Chick car for 571k? tax the rich so no problem.
571k. which chick can afford?
Those @Geylang
Chicks richer than you
But i drive e keras wor…
only a fool will call this car a chick car. Men don’t use is it?
Only a fool will think others is a fool…
Shud do a comparison with the boxter 718
u buy this car brand new people think u siao one
Without this car ppl already think u siao