SL-Class Roadster: equipment, wheels

SL 350
Exterior  
New design makes a sportier and more dynamic statement
New: powerdomes on the bonnet
New: 20 cm wider, more prominent radiator grille
New redesigned headlamps
New: girll-like trim panels on the front wings
New exterior mirrors with larger lens and arrow-shaped LED indicators repeaters
New rear bumper with integral, trapezoid tailpipes
New: dynamic diffuser-look section between the tailpipes
More pronounced sports package differentiation through dark-tinted headlamps
 
Light System  
New: bi-xenon headlamps as standard
New: Intelligent Light System (optional)
Bi-xenon headlamps with Active Light System and cornering light function
 
Interior  
New instrument cluster shroud with improved shading
New sporty multifunction steering wheel in a 3-spoke design with matt chrome decorative insert
New: 3D instrument cluster with hanging needles
New seat upholstery with redesigned fluting
New: natural beige interior colour
 
Safety  
Adaptive brake light
Hill start Assist
Anti-lock braking system (ABS)
Acceleration skid control (ASR)
Automatically raised rear head restraints (when seat belt buckle is engaged)
Bi-xenon headlamps, headlamp range adjustment, Active Light System, cornering light function, headlamp washer system
Brake Assist (BAS PLUS)
DIRECT SELECT
EBD electronic brake force distribution
ESP® Electronic Stability Program
Automatic climate control system with dust filter and activated charcoal filter
Warning lights/multifunction display in instrument cluster
Multifunction steering wheel
Multicontour seat (optional)
Night View Assist
Speed-sensitive steering
PARKTRONIC
Rain sensor
Tyre pressure loss warning system
Reversing camera
SPEEDTRONIC variable speed limiter
 
Incase of Danger  
Automatic closure of side windows
Conditioning of front passenger seat
Reversible seat-belt tensioning
 
During the accident  
High-strength materials used in side wall area, especially in B-pillars and sills (press-hardened steels)
Head/thorax bags for outer four vehicle occupants
Energy-absorbing design of interior head-contact zones
Window bags for outer four vehicle occupants
All vehicle pillars and the roof frame have high resistance to bending (high strength tubes, Usibor to minimize roof intrusion
Seat belt tensioners and window bags triggered to protect occupants
 
After the Accident  
Doors automatically unlocked after any type of accident
Automatic activation of hazard warning flashers
Automatic deactivation of the fuel pump
Automatic engine cut off after impact
Vehicle battery in crash-protected position with additional retaining strap to safeguard power supply even after a severe crash
Front wings with crash joints to reduce door-opening forces after a frontal collision
Partially recessed reach-through door handles to prevent doors from opening accidentally and to ensure that a high level of force can be applied if the doors do not open easily
Cutting points on windscreen and rear windscreen marked for rescue teams
 
Child Safety  
Two stage gas generators for adapting airbag response to suit severity of accident
ISOFIX mountings in the rear
 
Comfort  
With wiper Rain Sensor
Multi Contour Seat - Left
Multi Contour Seat - Right
Gearshift on steering wheel
Headlight Cleaning System

[1] Standard for the models SL 500, SL 600, SL 63 AMG and SL 65 AMG; optional extra for SL 350; not available for SL 280.

[2] Leather-fabric combination in SL 280 and in SL 350, exclusive nappa leather in SL 600 and in SL 65 AMG.

[3] Wood/leather in SL 600.

[4] Optional extra for SL 280.

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