# Brash Booming Convertibles The Mercedes Benz SL 400 Sport Has Sound Woofers Built into Its Chassis By Rahul Kalvapalle | Published 2014-05-22 | Autos Source: Trend Hunter, https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/sl-400-sport References: [gizmag](http://www.gizmag.com/mercedes-benz-sl-400-sport-roadster/32134/) & [www2.mercedes-benz](http://www2.mercedes-benz.co.uk/content/unitedkingdom/mpc/mpc_unitedkingdom_website/en/home_mpc/passengercars.flash.skipintro.html) The [Mercedes](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/mercedesamg-gt-x-ixoost-speaker) Benz SL 400 Sport is the latest addition to the SL line of two-seat roadsters. The SL 400 Sport will be equipped with a twin-turbocharged [V6](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/nissan-z) engine that pumps out 333 horsepower, allowing the car to zip from zero to 100 km/h in 5.2 seconds and achieve a top speed of 249 km/h. The vehicle is also environmentally friendly, and meets tighter emission standards than its predecessors. Like the previous SL model, the SL 400 Sport comes with Magic Vision Control, a set of window washing jets that are built into the windshield wipers and only spray exactly where you want it to, rather than spraying drivers and passengers when the top is down. The vehicle also has a [Frontbass system](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/esavox), meaning its sound system woofers are built right into the car's chassis, allowing for greater resonance. ## Trend Insights (Trend Hunter) - Score: 0.4/10 - Popularity: 1% | Activity: 3% | Freshness: 8% - Audience gender: 90% men, 10% women - Primary generations: Gen Z, Millennial, Gen X - Top markets: North America, Europe, Asia ## Categories [Trend Hunter](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends) > [Autos](https://www.trendhunter.com/autos) ## Key Themes ### Key Themes Behind This Trend - **Convertible Boom:** The increasing demand for sporty convertibles presents opportunities for innovative design and technological advancements in the automotive industry. - **Environmentally-friendly Performance:** The need for vehicles that combine high performance with low emissions creates a space for disruptive innovation in green automotive technology. - **Integrated Audio Systems:** The integration of audio systems into the chassis of vehicles opens up possibilities for enhanced sound quality and immersive driving experiences. ### Where This Applies - **Automotive:** The automotive industry can capitalize on the convertible trend by developing innovative technologies and designs that enhance the overall driving experience. - **Green Technology:** The green technology industry has the opportunity to innovate and produce eco-friendly vehicles that combine performance and sustainability. - **Audio Technology:** The audio technology industry can explore advancements in integrated audio systems for vehicles, creating immersive audio experiences while driving. ## Related on Trend Hunter - [Sporty Entry-Level Convertibles](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/sl43.md) - [Masterfully Modified SUVs](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/modified-suv.md) - [Bespoke Car-Matching Speakers](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/mercedesamg-gt-x-ixoost-speaker.md) - [Riproaring Convertible Supercars](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/riproaring-convertible-supercar.md) - [Opulent Extreme Environment SUVs](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/brabus-xl-800-cabrio-gwagen.md) - [Track-Ready Sports Cars](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/gt-black-series.md) - [Monochromatic Diamond-Like Luxury SUVs](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/brabus-800-xlp-superwhite.md) - [Dynamic Precision Sports Cars](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/bmw-concept-skytop.md) - [Performance-Focused Plug-In Hybrid Autos](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/mercedesbenz-canada1.md)