The engine isn't a natural revver, and although it's willing enough to explore the upper reaches of the tachometer, it's the storming mid-range that's most effective, and progress is accompanied by a pleasingly rorty exhaust note. (evo.co.uk)
In short, the playful chassis and rorty engine are partly undone by a one - dimensional, almost synthetised application of power; a clear point of difference to the tail happy Ford Focus RS or even the Subaru WRX, each with an adjustable centre differential. (motoring.com.au)
That's # 10,000 less than the SLS AMG Roadster, while the lighter, rortier V8 - powered SL63 AMG is a snip at # 110,760. (evo.co.uk)