2012 Mercedes-Benz SLS AMG gets the Ride Control sport suspension

The 2012 Mercedes-Benz SLS AMG comes with several new features that are nothing short of excellent. These include the tiny details like the rims, exterior colors and trimming. This supercar can now be equipped with AMG’s new Ride Control suspension. It will get adaptive dampers and its suspension isn’t just electronically adapted to the road as the driver could select from three modes: Comfort, Sport and Sport Plus.

The setting dubbed “Comfort" is recommended for cruising at moderate speeds such as in urban traffic or on motorway sections with speed limits. However, a good number of SLS AMG drivers still want to use the “Comfort” mode even on poor, bumpy road surfaces due to its softer damper setup. The “Sport” mode offers the best compromise between satisfactory suspension comfort, low body movements and high agility. The “Sport” mode is applicable to most driving situations.

Meanwhile, “Sport plus" is recommended for quick lap times on a race circuit. This mode has higher damping forces and has special control algorithms configured for a distinctly sporty driving style on road surfaces that are uneven. One of the most anticipated new technical features is a new shock absorber in the AMG drive unit, which is positioned on the center console. This optional extra costs EUR2,320 (about $3,200).[via : 4wheelsnews]

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