Mercedes -Benz SLS AMG Gullwing - Official Sketches First Interior Photos

Adding to the suspense that it wants to create around its all-new SLS AMG, Mercedes-Benz has published two official design sketches as well as an array of photos of supercar's finished interior. Though apparently more dramatic than what the real-life SLS AMG will actually look like, the sketches show that Merc's design team was heavily influenced by the firm's iconic 1950's 300 SL and 300 SLR sportscars retaining even the famous Gullwing doors.

The SLS AMG's cabin design is less sassy and more like what you would expect from a modern-day supercar from Mercedes. It does get plenty of carbon fiber inserts as well as a full leather trim and retro-styled air vents.

Under its long hood the SLS AMG hides a 6.3-litre V8 engine delivering an output of 571 hp at 6800 rpm and maximum torque of 650 Nm at 4750 rpm. Power is transferred to the rear wheels through a new AMG dual-clutch transmission with seven gears that's mounted at the rear. The SLR McLaren's heir is said to go from 0 to 100 km/h (62 mph) in 3.8 seconds whil top speed is pegged at 315 km/h or 196 mph.

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ThierryHenry14 - 4/8/2009 1:06:00 PM

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Nice... but I don't like the headlights...

IVANURI97 - 4/8/2009 1:12:29 PM

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The side view reminds me of a Chrysler Crossfire, especially the vents. Interesting in seeing this in non-sketch form!

dbsvolante - 4/8/2009 1:42:21 PM

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If i had a Panamera i would end my life, it's the ugliest car out there!!!

JUGNU - 4/8/2009 1:54:19 PM

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Those headlights look like Nissan GTR's. Current SLR's front end(the twin headlights together with bonnet design and bumper) is one of my favourite and new SLS should better that. Good luck MB.

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inspirion7 - 4/8/2009 3:17:03 PM

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Neo-Retro. This kicks. Audi R8 is styled to thrill, This runs darn close.

Anthony - 4/8/2009 6:17:33 PM

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Could have been sexier than that. Function over form, I guess. This thing is bound to be heaven on a racetrack.

Agent63 - 4/10/2009 6:22:29 AM

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It will never be like the original Gullwing but I can assure it will be one quick and monstrous beast. I can't wait to see and hear this on the road.