Mercedes-Benz Vision SLA

The Mercedes-Benz Vision SLA was a concept car that was shown at the Detroit International Auto Show in January 2000. The two-seater convertible concept car was based on the Mercedes-Benz A-Class,[1] and was only 3.77 m (148.4 in) long. Concept car was constructed by Stola in late 1999.[2]

Mercedes-Benz Vision SLA
Overview
ManufacturerDaimlerChrysler
Stola
Production1999 (Concept car)
Body and chassis
ClassSports Car/Concept Car
Body style2-door convertible
LayoutFF
RelatedMercedes-Benz A-Class
Mercedes-Benz SLK-Class
Powertrain
Engine1.9 L M166 E19 SOHC 8-valve I4
Transmission5-speed Manual
Dimensions
Length3.77 m (148.4 in)

The body was constructed with aluminum and plastic to keep the weight down, and its distinctive pointed front design became a feature of the 2004 Mercedes-Benz SLK. The SLA's engine was a 4-cylinder 1.9 L from the A-Class, producing 92 kW (125 PS; 123 bhp).[3]

References

  1. Seriouswheels.com
  2. "STUDIOTORINO - 011 Vision SLA". studiotorino.com. Retrieved 16 September 2022.
  3. Car and Driver January 2000
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