2016 Mercedes-Benz AMG SL 63

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Rating7.9
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$149,700
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Nathan Dyer 

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Updated on November 2, 2023

ProsConsWhat's New

Stirring performance

Rivals offer a much more immersive experience

No significant changes

Capable handling and braking

Options are too expensive

Well equipped cabin

Slick-folding glass-roof hardtop

Specs & Features

$149,700

price

577 hp @ 5500 rpm

horsepower

664 lb.-ft. @ 2000 rpm

torque

7-Speed Shiftable Automatic

transmission

5.5L 8cyl RWD 7A

engine

-

basic warranty

Overview

The 2016 Mercedes-Benz AMG SL 63 convertible makes for an excellent contender in the compact convertible class. With a single trim on offer, the Mercedes-Benz AMG SL 63 convertible has a base MSRP of $152,850 and competes directly with the Jaguar F-Type Convertible and 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 577 horsepower and 664 lb-ft of torque. Accelerating from 0-60 in 4.0 seconds, the AMG SL 63 convertible maintains a combined fuel economy of 19 MPG. Mercedes-Benz offers the AMG SL 63 convertible in 12 stunning colors, with the Mars Red being a particular favorite of ours.

Buying Advice

Since there is one trim to choose from, we recommend the Driver Assistance option package that includes adaptive cruise control, an active blind-spot warning/assist system and a lane-departure warning/intervention system.

Trims

    Base
    $149,700 onwards
    • Adaptive xenon headlights
    • Auto dimming rearview mirrors
    • Cruise control
    • Led daytime running lights

Compare to similar cars

Price

$149,700

Engine

Gasoline

Rating

7.89

Horsepower

577 hp @ 5500 rpm

Torque

664 lb.-ft. @ 2000 rpm

Capacity

2

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$49,700- $66,350

Gasoline

7.71

240 hp @ 5000 rpm

260 lb.-ft. @ 1450 rpm

2

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$85,050- $108,050

Gasoline

8.29

329 hp @ 5250 rpm

354 lb.-ft. @ 1600 rpm

2

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$217,550

Gasoline

8.17

621 hp @ 4800 rpm

738 lb.-ft. @ 2300 rpm

2

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$52,100- $82,100

Gasoline

8.51

265 hp @ 6700 rpm

206 lb.-ft. @ 4500 rpm

2

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2016 Mercedes-Benz AMG SL 63 vs competitor's 0-60

    Car Name
    0-60 MPH
    Quarter Mile
    Top Speed
    SourceCompare
    3.9 sec--
    3.8 sec--
    4.6 sec11.9 sec190 mph
    2016 BMW Z4

    Ranked #4

    5.4 sec14.0 sec130 mph
    7.8 sec--

    2016 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.
      2016 BMW Z4

      Ranked #1

      22 mpg34 mpg26 mpg14.5 gal.319/493 mi.
      22 mpg30 mpg24 mpg16.9 gal.338/507 mi.
      20 mpg27 mpg23 mpg19.8 gal.396/534.6 mi.
      14 mpg21 mpg17 mpg19.8 gal.277.2/415.8 mi.

      2016 Mercedes-Benz AMG SL 63 vs competitor's dimensions

        Car Name
        Length
        Width
        Height
        Ground Clearance
        Wheelbase
        SourceCompare
        182.4 in.73.9 in.51.2 in.4.4 in.101.8 in.
        182.4 in.73.9 in.51.2 in.4.4 in.101.8 in.
        181.6 in.73.9 in.51.8 in.3.8 in.101.8 in.
        172.2 in.70.9 in.50.5 in.4.3 in.97.4 in.
        2016 BMW Z4

        Ranked #4

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

        2016 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.
          2016 BMW Z4

          Ranked #1

          8 cu.ft.164.4 cu.ft.8 cu.ft.
          4.6 cu.ft.104.4 cu.ft.4.6 cu.ft.
          13.5 cu.ft.-13.5 cu.ft.
          13.5 cu.ft.-13.5 cu.ft.

          2016 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.
            71.5 cu.ft.13.5 cu.ft.13.5 cu.ft.
            13.5 cu.ft.13.5 cu.ft.13.5 cu.ft.
            2016 BMW Z4

            Ranked #4

            150 cu.ft.8 cu.ft.8 cu.ft.
            80.1 cu.ft.4.6 cu.ft.4.6 cu.ft.

            2016 Mercedes-Benz AMG SL 63 vs competitor's towing capacity

              Car Name
              Payload Capacity
              Weight
              SourceCompare
              562 lbs.4068 lbs.
              2016 BMW Z4

              Ranked #1

              562 lbs.3263 lbs.
              739 lbs.2888 lbs.
              540 lbs.3836 lbs.
              -4299 lbs.

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