Mercedes-Benz dazzles in L.A. with SLS Black Series and Ener-G-Force concept
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AMG CEO Ola Kallenius introduces the SLS AMG Black Series
On stage at the LA Auto Show
The interior combines premium materials like leather and Alcantara
Matte black 10-spoke wheels
A look at the vents
Buyers can choose from black leather/black Alcantara or black leather/black and red Alcantara
The AMG steering wheel is wrapped in Alcantara
The Black Series uses a titanium exhaust system
The adjustable carbon rear wing is part of an optional aerodynamics package
A look at the diffuser and exhaust
Gullwing doors are open for business
The rear fascia
Gas cap
The Black Series comes with a modified AMG SPEEDSHIFT DCT 7-speed sports transmission
Red seat belts and contrast stitching highlight the sport seats
The "ultimate expression of the AMG brand"
Mercedes calls the Black Series the most extreme SLS
Top speed: 196 mph (315 km/h)
Mercedes cut more than 150 pounds (68 kg) of weight
Up in its face
A close-up of the rear wing
The Black Series' profile
6.3-liter V8 engine tuned to 622-hp
The Black Series design takes cues from the SLS AMG GT3 race car
Alcantara-wrapped steering
Options include a COMAND multimedia system and Bang & Olufsen AMG surround sound system
The Ener-G-Force is prepared for all kinds of missions
The Ener-G-Force rides on big wheels
Mercedes designed the Ener-G-Force for the 2012 Design Challenge
Water tanks on the roof store fuel
The Ener-G-Force mirror
The Ener-G-Force is a futuristic take on the Mercedes G-Class
The headlamps spell out "G" in LEDs
Make that a reverse G on the driver side
The powerful grille is one of the defining elements of the design study
Ready to tackle law enforcement or recreational missions on any stretch of road, dirt or rock
Mercedes designed the Ener-G-Force to be both capable and eco-friendly
The side skirts hold the batteries
Mercedes may not have won the Design Challenge, but the Ener-G-Force is an interesting look at a possible future for its SUV line
The Ener-G-Force is the G Class of 2025
The Ener-G-Force gets acquainted with its natural environment
Mercedes was encouraged by its law enforcement design, so it created a civilian version
A 360-degree terrain scanner auto-adjusts suspension settings for the ground ahead
The Ener-G-Force has a pull-out toolbox at the rear
The color of the side skirts indicates operating and charge status
Mercedes envisioned a new type of patrol for the future
The Ener-G-Force's 500 miles of range and water fueling can get you out there
The Ener-G-Force in full patrol tune
Article Summary
Mercedes may have already previewed the SLS AMG Black Series and Ener-G-Force, but that definitely didn't stop the two vehicles from dropping jaws at the L.A. Auto Show. The 622-hp supercar and world-roving public safety SUV from the future may have little in common, but either one is enough to stop you dead in your tracks.
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