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2018 Mercedes-Benz AMG SLC 43

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Rating7.5

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Subcompact Convertible
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$61,350
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Nathan Dyer 

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Updated on November 2, 2023

ProsConsWhat's New

Impressively powerful engine

Cramped cabin compared to rivals

Remains unchanged for 2018

High-quality cabin materials

Glass roof lets in too much heat

Stylish inside out

Specs & Features

$61,350

price

362 hp @ 5250 rpm

horsepower

384 lb.-ft. @ 2000 rpm

torque

9-Speed Shiftable Automatic

transmission

3.0L 6cyl RWD 9A

engine

-

basic warranty

Overview

The 2018 Mercedes-Benz AMG SLC 43 Convertible makes for an excellent contender in the subcompact convertible class. With standalone trim on offer, the Mercedes-Benz AMG SLC 43 has a base MSRP of $61,350. It competes indirectly with compact convertibles such as the Porsche 718 Boxster S Convertible and the Jaguar F-TYPE P340 Convertible. Only a 3.0L twin-turbocharged V6 engine is offered, mated to a 9-speed automatic transmission. Together, they produce 362 horsepower and 384 lb-ft of torque. Accelerating from 0-60 in 4.6 seconds, the AMG SLC 43 maintains a combined fuel economy of 23 MPG. Mercedes-Benz offers the AMG SLC 43 in 12 stunning colors, with the Designo Cardinal Red Metallic being a particular favorite of ours.

Buying Advice

The 2018 Mercedes-Benz AMG SLC 43 Convertible is a stylish and sporty roadster offered in a single trim. Among the options offered, we recommend getting the AMG Handling package that adds a limited-slip differential, a sport-tuned suspension, a steering wheel with synthetic suede inserts, and an IWC analog clock. 

Trims

    Base
    $61,350 onwards
    • Nine-speaker Harman Kardon sound system
    • Ventilated multi-contour seats

Compare to similar cars

7.5
2018 Mercedes-Benz AMG SLC 43

Price

$61,350

Engine

Gasoline

Rating

7.47

Horsepower

362 hp @ 5500 rpm

Torque

384 lb.-ft. @ 2000 rpm

Capacity

2

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7.7
2018 Mercedes-Benz SLC-Class

$48,400

Gasoline

7.67

241 hp @ 5550 rpm

273 lb.-ft. @ 1300 rpm

2

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8.1
2018 Mini Cooper

$21,600- $36,600

Gasoline

8.07

134 hp @ 4500 rpm

162 lb.-ft. @ 1250 rpm

4

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8.7
2018 Porsche 718 Boxster

$57,400- $81,900

Gasoline

8.73

300 hp @ 6500 rpm

280 lb.-ft. @ 1950 rpm

2

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2018 Mercedes-Benz AMG SLC 43 vs competitor's 0-60

    Car Name
    0-60 MPH
    Quarter Mile
    Top Speed
    		SourceCompare
    		4.97 sec-155 mph
    		4.8 sec12.3 sec170 mph
    		6.39 sec--
    		8.3 sec-128 mph
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    2018 Mercedes-Benz AMG SLC 43 vs competitor's MPG

      Car Name
      MPG City
      MPG Highway
      MPG Combined
      Fuel Tank Capacity
      Range (C/H)
      		SourceCompare
      		20 mpg29 mpg23 mpg15.9 gal.370/536.5 mi.
      		27 mpg37 mpg32 mpg11.6 gal.324.8/429.2 mi.
      		25 mpg32 mpg27 mpg15.9 gal.397.5/508.8 mi.
      		22 mpg28 mpg24 mpg14.3 gal.300.3/400.4 mi.

      2018 Mercedes-Benz AMG SLC 43 vs competitor's dimensions

        Car Name
        Length
        Width
        Height
        Ground Clearance
        Wheelbase
        		SourceCompare
        		163.1 in.71.5 in.51.3 in.4.4 in.95.7 in.
        		172.4 in.70.9 in.50.9 in.4.3 in.97.4 in.
        		162.8 in.71.5 in.51.3 in.4.4 in.95.7 in.
        		151.1 in.68 in.55.7 in.4.5 in.98.2 in.

        2018 Mercedes-Benz AMG SLC 43 vs competitor's trunk space

          Car Name
          Trunk Capacity
          Passenger Volume
          Max Trunk Volume
          		SourceCompare
          		10.1 cu.ft.48.8 cu.ft.10.1 cu.ft.
          		9.7 cu.ft.101.7 cu.ft.9.7 cu.ft.
          		7.6 cu.ft.76.3 cu.ft.7.6 cu.ft.
          		10.1 cu.ft.48.8 cu.ft.10.1 cu.ft.

          2018 Mercedes-Benz AMG SLC 43 vs competitor's cargo space

            Car Name
            Cargo Volume
            Cargo Volume w/ Seat Area
            Max Cargo Volume
            		SourceCompare
            		10.1 cu.ft.10.1 cu.ft.10.1 cu.ft.
            		74.4 cu.ft.7.6 cu.ft.7.6 cu.ft.
            		10.1 cu.ft.10.1 cu.ft.10.1 cu.ft.
            		170.4 cu.ft.9.7 cu.ft.9.7 cu.ft.

            2018 Mercedes-Benz AMG SLC 43 vs competitor's towing capacity

              Car Name
              Payload Capacity
              Weight
              		SourceCompare
              		-3541 lbs.
              		-3296 lbs.
              		710 lbs.2855 lbs.
              		705 lbs.2943 lbs.

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