Mercedes-Benz SL63 RS by Kicherer

Kicherer, car tuner from Germany, has unveiled the Kicherer SL 63 RS which is based on the Mercedes-Benz SL 63 AMG.

For those who don’t know, the Mercedes-Benz SL63 AMG has already 525 hp and 630 Nm of torque, but it seems that this amount of power was too little and Kicherer decided to improve its performances. Kicherer tuned the standard 525 PS 6.2-liter V8 engine to produce 560 PS. The maximum torque has also increase from 630 Nm to 670 Nm.

At the exterior, the SL 63 RS features aerodynamic kit made of carbon fiber which consists of a new front spoiler, LED daylight driving lights, headlight blenders, a new front grille, a bumper on the front wings along with special mirror covers and a new rear diffuser. New exhaust system with four exhaust outlets has also been added.

To improve downforce, the Kicherer SL 63 RS is fitted with an integrated boot lid spoiler laminated with carbon fiber.

Kicherer also added a Vmax upgrade to the SL 63 which disables the electronic brakes at 250 km/h. To match the increase of speed, the car is equipped with ABC suspension system and new braking system.

The modified Mercedes-Benz SL 63 AMG stands on 20-inch light metal wheels wrapped with 255/30 tires at the front and 305/25 tires at the rear.

Inside, the Kicherer SL 63 RS features carbon fiber trim and a new sports steering wheel.

Mercedes Benz SL63 Kicherer Evo upgrades to RS spec

Straight out of the box the Mercedes Benz SL63 AMG is already one of the sportiest models in the luxury carmaker’s lineup, but the car’s heady 525hp (392kW) output was never going to satisfy the guys at German tuner Kicherer. Applying lessons learned from its previous K60 Evo, the tuner has upgraded the 6.2L V8 engine to the tune of 560hp (425kW) and 495lb-ft (670Nm) of torque, lifting performance of the SL63 into supercar territory.

The added performance sees Kicherer's latest SL60 Evo do the 0-100km/h sprint in just 4.3 seconds (0.3 seconds faster than the standard SL63), with 200km/h passing in 14.2 seconds and momentum finally succumbing at an electronically controlled top speed of 320km/h.

A fully integrated aerodynamic package gives off a menacing appearance, while being completely functional, and can be adapted to all current SL models. All additions are available in high-quality carbon-fiber, including the unique front apron that reduces lift on the front axle and allows for improved cooling of the engine. The wheels are ultra-light 20in RS-1 aluminum alloys.

Up back sits a new rear diffuser housing sports exhaust tailpipes, shaded rear lights and a unique boot lid. Inside, Kicherer added an F1-style steering wheel with carbon gearshift paddles, additional instruments and extra carbon trim.

Pricing for the package starts at €21,765 (approximately $32,175 ) plus a Mercedes SL.

Source from: German Car Magazine