2020 Mercedes-Benz AMG SLC 43

The SLC is the baby roadster in the Mercedes-Benz line-up. Currently in its third generation, it was the first 2-seater on the market with a retractable folding hardtop, the benefit being coupe-like security and comfort, along with easy top-down functionality. Two versions are offered for 2020: the base level SLC 300 and the high-performance AMG SLC 43. The SLC 300 has a direct-injected, turbocharged 2.0L 4-cylinder engine that produces 241 horsepower and 271 foot-pounds of torque, which is available as low as 1,300 rpm. Power is put to the rear wheels through a near-seamless 9-speed automatic transmission.Power in the AMG SLC 43 comes via a 3.0L twin-turbocharged V6 that makes 385 horsepower and 384 foot-pounds of torque. It also utilizes the excellent 9-speed automatic transmission, albeit tweaked for even more performance via faster shifts by AMG. The SLC 43 can sprint from 0 to 60 mph in just 4.6 seconds and the EPA estimates a return of 29 mpg on the highway. Standard interior amenities include a leather-clad tilt/telescopic steering wheel, rear park assist, multi-adjustable power seats with lumbar support and memory, and navigation with real time traffic. Standard in the SLC 43 and optional on the SLC 300 are heated front seats, while leather seating, genuine wood trim and automatic climate control are optional on both models. Standard safety equipment includes Mercedes' Attention Assist, which monitors the driver and provides an alert if he or she is showing signs of falling asleep at the wheel. Anti-lock brakes are augmented by standard adaptive breaking technology, which includes both a predictive braking feature as well as automatic brake drying during wet weather. Traction control and anti-skid are also standard. The SLC-Class carries over for with minimal changes and offers a special Final Edition of the car in both SLC 300 and AMG SLC 43 guises for 2020.
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