Mercedes-Benz

Mercedes-Benz SL

Price $123,900 – $229,900
Fuel consumption N/A
The Car Guide rating 80%(view ratings)
The SL-Class has been a convertible icon for decades. Three twin-turbo engines are on the menu: a 429 hp 4.6 litre V8, a 530 hp 5.5 litre V8 (SL63 AMG – 557 hp with the “Performance Pack”) and the 621 hp 6.0 litre V12 (SL65 AMG). The retractable rigid roof can be equipped with the “Magic Sky Control” glass, with driver-controlled opacity. No all-wheeldrive versions for the SL-Class, but many electronic driver aids are offered depending on trim.

Detailed ratings

The Car Guide rating 80%
Driving 9/10
Safety 9/10
Interior 7/10
Reliability 8/10
Winter driving 7/10
Comfort 8/10

What's new in 2013

N/A

Pros

  • Exceptional drivetrain
  • Ultra solid platform
  • Extraordinary road holding
  • Sophisticated equipment
  • Comfort and performance

Cons

  • High price range
  • Cumbersome dimensions
  • Average trunk size
  • Complex mechanics

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