Mercedes Benz 2009 SL Class

A more aggressive design and powerful engine make the 2009 Mercedes Benz SL Class seem a lot more rugged than previous models. Featuring a new Direct-Street system that varies the steering ration depending on front wheel angle, speed and load forces on the suspension components, this redesigned luxury car rental is ideal for those who look for a combination of both style and capability.

Available in four different models, the 550, the 600, the 63AMG and the 65AMB, the two-seat roadster comes with a retractable hardtop that can be let down when the sun is shining. A revised Active Body Control system with computer-controlled shock absorbers control the car’s body movement, depending on the speed and steering angle of the vehicle, so that it corners well and rides a lot more smoothly.

The exotic car rental comes standard with several amenities, including: an active suspension system, a wind deflector, heated wipers and washer nozzles, bi-xenon headlights, rain-sensing wipers, auto-locking interior storage bins, 12-way heated power front seats with memory, soft leather upholstery and a power tilt/telescoping steering wheel. If that’s not enough, optional luxuries, like Bluetooth capabilities, a navigation system, a surround-sound stereo system and iPod integration are also available. To maintain a comfortable cabin, the Mercedes Benz car rental also includes an intelligent dual-zone automatic climate control system that features sensors to detect sun position, roof and window position, humidity and dew point and the number of people riding in the car.

But everyone knows the most important thing about a car is the engine. Powered by a 5.5-liter V8, the standard SL550 produces 382 horsepower through a seven-speed automatic transmission. The SL600 features a twin-turbo V12 that generates 510 horsepower through a five-speed automatic transmission while the two AMG-based models are even more powerful. The SL63AMB produces 518 horsepower through a 6.2-liter V8 while the SL65AMG boasts a twin-turbocharged, 6.0-liter V12 engine that produces 604 horsepower. Both AMG models feature a new seven speed automatic manual gearbox transmission known as the Speeshift MCT.