Model Year | 2011 |
Model | SLS AMG |
Trim | Base |
Engines | |
Transmissions | |
Drivetrains | |
Tires | |
Audio Systems | |
Accessories | |
Often must be ordered with power rear side windows, if these are available. | |
Enter and start the vehicle without removing the key from your pocket. | |
Unlock and lock the car using buttons on the keyfob. | |
Operate the power windows, sunroof, and/or convertible roof using buttons on the keyfob. | |
Homelink. | |
Brakes, Airbags, and Other Safety | |
Rear disc brakes. | |
Only listed when pricing a single model because insufficient data for all cars. | |
Automatically pulse the brakes in hard stops to prevent wheels from locking up, making it possible to brake and steer at the same time. | |
When a panic stop is sensed, fully applies the brakes. | |
Ceramic composite brake rotors. | |
Mandatory, in all cars. | |
Beeps signal distance to object in front of vehicle. Parking aid. | |
Beeps signal distance to object behind vehicle. Parking aid. | |
Rearview camera connected to display screen on the instrument panel. Often requires navigation system. | |
Airbags contained just above the window level. Except in cars without a rear seat usually cover first and second row. | |
Selectively applies the brakes to prevent excessive understeer or oversteer (spinning). | |
Two types: a warning light when a tire is low on air and a pressure readout for each tire. | |
When a drive wheel slips, it is braked and/or engine power is reduced, restoring traction. | |
Cargo Management | |
Climate Control | |
Automatically recirculates interior air when pollution is detected in outside air. | |
Maintains set temperature in front row. Requires air conditioning and does not include its value. | |
Temperature can be separately set for left and right sides of the passenger compartment. Requires air conditioning and does not include its value. | |
Filters exterior air before it enters the passenger compartment. No default value because most cars have them, even in cases where they're not in the official list of features. | |
Wipers automatically turn on and adjust their speed based on input from a rain sensor. | |
Provides heat for an extended period of time after the engine has been cut off. | |
Heating elements defrost area where front wipers rest. | |
Drivetrain | |
When one rear wheel spins, the differential locks up, sending power to the wheel with better traction. | |
Exterior | |
Increasingly often these are not actually connected to the exhaust. | |
Chrome or satin-painted fuel door. | |
Spoiler extends automatically at high speeds. Otherwise flush with body. Can be manually extended and retracted. | |
Gas Guzzler Tax | |
Infotainment | |
Jack for an iPod or similar device. No value because of incomplete data. Will soon be standard on nearly every car. | |
Enables hands-free communication by wirelessly connecting a cell phone to a microphone and the vehicle's stereo speakers. | |
Includes CD player. | |
Audio system capable of playing DVDs on a front-row screen. Inoperative when the vehicle is moving. No value because of incomplete data. | |
High-definition radio, which broadcasts a digital signal. Free, no subscription fees. | |
Integrates an iPod with the vehicle's controls and speakers. Usually included if there is a USB port, but can also rely on a proprietary port. | |
Built-in drive with at least 10 GB of storage for MP3 and other audio files. | |
Audio system capable of playing discs with MP3 files. | |
Screen-based navigation system. | |
XM or Sirius. Includes a subscription for three to six months, after which monthly fees apply. | |
SD, CF, PCMCIA, or other digital media reader. | |
In-vehicle security, communications, and diagnostics system. For 2011 and newer cars often includes a remote app. Monthly fee after the first 1-12 months. | |
Information about traffic conditions. Monthly fee after first 3-12 months. | |
Sometimes also includes voice control over climate control system. | |
Includes frequencies for weather channels. Only listed when pricing a single model because incomplete data for all model. | |
Instruments, Lights, and Mirrors | |
Driver-side exterior mirror automatically dims when hit by headlights of following vehicle. | |
Interior rearview mirror automatically dims when hit by headlights of following vehicle. | |
Headlights automatically turn on and off. Includes value of automatic-off headlights. | |
Lights illuminate area just ahead and to the side of the vehicle when the turn signals are used or the steering wheel is turned. | |
Make it easier for following vehicles to see the vehicle in fog. | |
Clears ice and fog from mirrors. | |
Includes value of non-illuminated vanity mirror. | |
Includes value of non-illuminated vanity mirror. | |
LEDs cast a soft glow over and/or highlight parts of the interior. | |
Front row reading lights. | |
One or both exterior mirrors tilt down when the transmission is in reverse, to provide view of the curb. | |
Area around the vehicle is illuminated when the vehicle is remotely unlocked. | |
Includes value of manual remote mirrors. | |
Reports engine speed. | |
Reports average fuel economy, and perhaps also instantaneous fuel economy, distance to empty, average speed, and other stats. | |
Provide a brighter, whiter light than halogen headlights. | |
Seats and Interior Trim | |
Real aluminum trim on instrument panel, door panels, and/or center console. Deleted by wood trim even if they appear together. | |
Won't be listed in conjunction with wood or aluminum trim even if they are available together. | |
Seating surfaces are trimmed in leather; other upholstery tends to be leatherette. | |
Lower back support power-adjustable vertically as well as in and out. | |
Lower back support power-adjustable vertically as well as in and out. | |
Power adjustable bolsters on the seatback, to provide lateral support in hard turns. | |
Power adjustable bolsters on the seatback, to provide lateral support in hard turns. | |
Power tilting seat cushion; can take the form of a second height adjustment. | |
Power tilting seat cushion; can take the form of a second height adjustment. | |
Usually also includes synthetic suede on the pillars. | |
Synthetic suede steering wheel rim. | |
Only listed if not standard on all trims. No value because no way to compare across models. | |
Suspension, Wheels, and Tires | |
Same value as regular alloy wheels because no way to compare across models. | |
Only listed if not standard on all trims. No value because no way to compare across models. | |
Transmission | |
Electronically controls engine and transmission for perfect launch. | |
Paddles or buttons that can be used to manually shift the transmission. Only listed when optional or not always included with an automatic transmission. |
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