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2017 Mercedes-Benz AMG SL 65

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$219,850
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Nathan Dyer 

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Updated on November 9, 2022

ProsConsWhat's New

Insane power figures and performance

Rivals are much more agile

Updated exterior styling

Splendid handling

Quite a premium over S 63 Convertible

Upgraded tech and infotainment features

Pleasing exterior

Stately interiors brimming with luxury

Specs & Features

$219,850

price

621 hp @ 4800 rpm

horsepower

738 lb.-ft. @ 2300 rpm

torque

7-Speed Shiftable Automatic

transmission

6.0L 12cyl RWD 7A

engine

-

basic warranty

Overview

Competing in the midsize convertible segment, the 2017 Mercedes-Benz AMG SL 65 Convertible competes directly only with the Porsche 911 Turbo S Convertible, the Audi R8 Spyder, and the Aston Martin V12 Vantage S Convertible. The 2017 Mercedes-Benz AMG SL 65 Convertible starts off at an MSRP of $219,850, It is offered with a 6.0L twin-turbocharged V12 engine and a 7-speed automatic transmission, producing 621 horsepower and 738 lb-ft of torque. Through this powertrain, the Mercedes-Benz AMG SL 65 Convertible manages a 0-60 of 3.9 seconds and a combined fuel economy of 16 MPG.

Buying Advice

An ideal convertible, the Mercedes-Benz AMG SL 65 has an impressive V12 engine and plenty of standard equipment. For additional advanced safety features, add the Driver Assistance package.

Trims

    Base
    $219,850 onwards
    • 1St row LCD monitor
    • Driver Lumbar support
    • Dual Zone Front Automatic Air Conditioning
    • PARKTRONIC w/active parking assist
    • Rain Sensing Windshield wipers

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8.1
2017 Mercedes-Benz AMG SL 65

Price

$219,850

Engine

Gasoline

Rating

8.11

Horsepower

621 hp @ 4800 rpm

Torque

738 lb.-ft. @ 2300 rpm

Capacity

2

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8.3
2017 Porsche 718 Boxster

$56,000- $68,400

Gasoline

8.26

300 hp @ 6500 rpm

280 lb.-ft. @ 1950 rpm

2

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8.3
2017 Mercedes-Benz SL-Class

$86,950- $110,800

Gasoline

8.32

362 hp @ 5000 rpm

369 lb.-ft. @ 2000 rpm

2

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7.8
2017 Mercedes-Benz AMG SL 63

$151,350

Gasoline

7.77

577 hp @ 5500 rpm

664 lb.-ft. @ 2250 rpm

2

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2017 Mercedes-Benz AMG SL 65 vs competitor's 0-60

    Car Name
    0-60 MPH
    Quarter Mile
    Top Speed
    		SourceCompare
    		3.7 sec--
    		3.8 sec--
    		4.5 sec12.8 sec174 mph
    		4.8 sec13 sec170 mph
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    2017 Mercedes-Benz AMG SL 65 vs competitor's MPG

      Car Name
      MPG City
      MPG Highway
      MPG Combined
      Fuel Tank Capacity
      Range (C/H)
      		SourceCompare
      		13 mpg22 mpg17 mpg19.8 gal.277.2/415.8 mi.
      		22 mpg28 mpg24 mpg14.3 gal.300.3/400.4 mi.
      		20 mpg28 mpg23 mpg19.8 gal.396/554.4 mi.
      		16 mpg25 mpg19 mpg19.8 gal.316.8/495 mi.

      2017 Mercedes-Benz AMG SL 65 vs competitor's dimensions

        Car Name
        Length
        Width
        Height
        Ground Clearance
        Wheelbase
        		SourceCompare
        		182.7 in.73.9 in.51.2 in.4 in.101.7 in.
        		182.7 in.73.9 in.51.2 in.4 in.101.7 in.
        		182.3 in.73.9 in.51.2 in.4 in.101.7 in.
        		172.4 in.70.9 in.50.4 in.4 in.97.4 in.

        2017 Mercedes-Benz AMG SL 65 vs competitor's trunk space

          Car Name
          Trunk Capacity
          Passenger Volume
          Max Trunk Volume
          		SourceCompare
          		13.5 cu.ft.50.5 cu.ft.13.5 cu.ft.
          		9.7 cu.ft.-9.7 cu.ft.
          		13.5 cu.ft.50.5 cu.ft.13.5 cu.ft.
          		13.5 cu.ft.50.5 cu.ft.13.5 cu.ft.

          2017 Mercedes-Benz AMG SL 65 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.
            		80.1 cu.ft.9.7 cu.ft.9.7 cu.ft.
            		13.5 cu.ft.13.5 cu.ft.13.5 cu.ft.
            		71.4 cu.ft.13.5 cu.ft.13.5 cu.ft.

            2017 Mercedes-Benz AMG SL 65 vs competitor's towing capacity

              Car Name
              Payload Capacity
              Weight
              		SourceCompare
              		-4211 lbs.
              		-4112 lbs.
              		705 lbs.2944 lbs.
              		-3826 lbs.

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