2014 Mercedes-Benz AMG SL 63

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$147,300
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Nathan Dyer 

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Updated on November 3, 2023

ProsConsWhat's New

Relaxed and composed ride

Dated exterior design

Premium package and analog dash-top clock are now standard

Capable handling

Effortless acceleration

Plenty of standard features

Specs & Features

$147,300

price

530 hp @ 5500 rpm

horsepower

590 lb.-ft. @ 2000 rpm

torque

7-Speed Shiftable Automatic

transmission

5.5L 8cyl RWD 7A

engine

-

basic warranty

Overview

The 2014 Mercedes-Benz AMG SL 63 Convertible makes for an excellent contender in the midsize convertible class. With a single trim on offer, the Mercedes-Benz AMG SL 63 convertible has a base MSRP of $147,300 and competes directly with the Aston Martin V8 Vantage, the Audi R8 V10 Spyder, and indirectly with the Porsche 911 Turbo Convertible. Only a 5.5L twin-turbocharged V8 engine is offered, mated to a 7-speed automatic transmission. Together, they produce 530 horsepower and 590 lb-ft of torque. Accelerating from 0-60 in 4.1 seconds, the AMG SL 63 convertible maintains a combined fuel economy of 19 MPG. Mercedes-Benz offers the AMG SL 63 Convertible in 14 stunning colors, with the Mars Red being a particular favorite of ours.

Buying Advice

Being a step up from the regular SL-Class, the AMG SL 63 Convertible justifies the price tag with its standard offerings. Carbon-fiber interior trim, carbon-fiber engine cover, red-painted brake calipers, AMG Napa leather upholstery, an option of a more aggressive suspension setup, etc.

Trims

    Base
    $147,300 onwards
    • Adaptive cruise control
    • Blind Spot Assist
    • Hd radio
    • Leather upholstery
    • Navigation system

Compare to similar cars

Price

$147,300

Engine

Gasoline

Rating

8

Horsepower

530 hp @ 5500 rpm

Torque

590 lb.-ft. @ 2000 rpm

Capacity

2

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$48,950- $65,800

Gasoline

7.53

240 hp @ 5000 rpm

260 lb.-ft. @ 1250 rpm

2

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$69,000- $92,000

Gasoline

8.68

340 hp @ 6500 rpm

332 lb.-ft. @ 3500 rpm

2

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$106,700- $214,500

Gasoline

7.55

429 hp @ 5250 rpm

516 lb.-ft. @ 1800 rpm

2

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$214,500

Gasoline

6.75

621 hp @ 4800 rpm

738 lb.-ft. @ 2300 rpm

2

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$50,400- $73,500

Gasoline

8.08

265 hp @ 6700 rpm

206 lb.-ft. @ 4400 rpm

2

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2014 Mercedes-Benz AMG SL 63 vs competitor's 0-60

    Car Name
    0-60 MPH
    Quarter Mile
    Top Speed
    SourceCompare
    4.1 sec--
    3.9 sec--
    4.5 sec--
    5.1 sec13.2 sec162 mph
    2014 BMW Z4

    Ranked #5

    5.4 sec14.0 sec130 mph
    8.5 sec--

    2014 Mercedes-Benz AMG SL 63 vs competitor's MPG

      Car Name
      MPG City
      MPG Highway
      MPG Combined
      Fuel Tank Capacity
      Range (C/H)
      SourceCompare
      16 mpg25 mpg19 mpg19.8 gal.316.8/495 mi.
      2014 BMW Z4

      Ranked #1

      22 mpg34 mpg26 mpg14.5 gal.319/493 mi.
      22 mpg30 mpg24 mpg16.9 gal.338/507 mi.
      20 mpg28 mpg23 mpg19 gal.380/532 mi.
      18 mpg25 mpg20 mpg19.8 gal.356.4/495 mi.
      14 mpg21 mpg17 mpg19.8 gal.277.2/415.8 mi.

      2014 Mercedes-Benz AMG SL 63 vs competitor's dimensions

        Car Name
        Length
        Width
        Height
        Ground Clearance
        Wheelbase
        SourceCompare
        180.8 in.76.7 in.51.8 in.4.4 in.101.8 in.
        181.8 in.76.7 in.51.8 in.3.8 in.101.8 in.
        180.8 in.76.7 in.51.8 in.4.4 in.101.8 in.
        176 in.75.7 in.51 in.4.3 in.103.2 in.
        172.2 in.70.9 in.50.5 in.4 in.97.4 in.
        2014 BMW Z4

        Ranked #5

        166.9 in.70.5 in.50.8 in.5 in.98.3 in.

        2014 Mercedes-Benz AMG SL 63 vs competitor's trunk space

          Car Name
          Trunk Capacity
          Passenger Volume
          Max Trunk Volume
          SourceCompare
          13.5 cu.ft.-13.5 cu.ft.
          2014 BMW Z4

          Ranked #1

          8 cu.ft.164.4 cu.ft.8 cu.ft.
          8 cu.ft.104 cu.ft.8 cu.ft.
          4.6 cu.ft.115.8 cu.ft.4.6 cu.ft.
          13.5 cu.ft.-13.5 cu.ft.
          13.5 cu.ft.-13.5 cu.ft.

          2014 Mercedes-Benz AMG SL 63 vs competitor's cargo space

            Car Name
            Cargo Volume
            Cargo Volume w/ Seat Area
            Max Cargo Volume
            SourceCompare
            13.5 cu.ft.13.5 cu.ft.13.5 cu.ft.
            13.5 cu.ft.13.5 cu.ft.13.5 cu.ft.
            2014 BMW Z4

            Ranked #3

            150 cu.ft.8 cu.ft.8 cu.ft.
            13.5 cu.ft.13.5 cu.ft.13.5 cu.ft.
            65.6 cu.ft.4.6 cu.ft.4.6 cu.ft.
            72.5 cu.ft.8 cu.ft.8 cu.ft.

            2014 Mercedes-Benz AMG SL 63 vs competitor's towing capacity

              Car Name
              Payload Capacity
              Weight
              SourceCompare
              562 lbs.4068 lbs.
              540 lbs.3935 lbs.
              -4299 lbs.
              739 lbs.2888 lbs.
              2014 BMW Z4

              Ranked #1

              562 lbs.3263 lbs.
              -3521 lbs.

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