2019 Mercedes-Benz AMG SLC 43

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$63,900
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Nathan Dyer 

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Updated on November 2, 2023

ProsConsWhat's New

Superb driving dynamics

Not the best runner in the race

The engine gets a pump of 23 horsepower

A strong twin turbocharged engine

Gets pricey with options

Standard dual-zone climate control, auto high-beam with adaptive headlamps

Sleek exterior design with beautiful lines

Some rivals have bigger fuel tanks

Added Graphite Grey exterior color

Specs & Features

$63,900

price

362 hp @ 5250 rpm

horsepower

384 lb.-ft. @ 2500 rpm

torque

9-Speed Shiftable Automatic

transmission

3.0L 6cyl RWD 9A

engine

-

basic warranty

Overview

The 2019 Mercedes-Benz AMG SLC 43 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 $63,900. It competes directly with the BMW Z4, the Porsche 718 Boxster S, and the Jaguar F-TYPE P340. Only a 3.0L twin-turbocharged V6 engine is offered, mated to a 9-speed automatic transmission. Together, they produce 385 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

With the AMG tag comes impressive performance equipment. Some of these offered on the AMG SLC 43 Convertible are 18-inch AMG multi-spoke alloy wheels, high-performance brakes, sports exhaust with quad tips, and a sport-tuned suspension. Furthermore, the AMG SLC 43 also comes equipped with leather heated front seats, paddle shifters, forward collision warning, automatic emergency braking, and a lot of other standard features.

Trims

    Base
    $63,900 onwards
    • Engine: 3.0L 6cyl RWD 9A
    • Horsepower: 362 hp @ 5250 rpm hp
    • Torque: 384 lb.-ft. @ 2500 rpm
    • 0-60 mph: 4.6 sec
    • Top Speed: 170 mph
    • Fuel Economy Combined: 23 mpg

Compare to similar cars

Price

$63,900

Engine

Gasoline

Rating

6.2

Horsepower

362 hp @ 5250 rpm

Torque

384 lb.-ft. @ 2500 rpm

Capacity

2

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$33,950- $35,950

Gasoline

7.11

208 hp @ 5500 rpm

258 lb.-ft. @ 1250 rpm

5

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$66,900

Gasoline

6.25

237 hp @ 6000 rpm

258 lb.-ft. @ 2200 rpm

2

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$40,700- $42,700

Gasoline

7.73

241 hp @ 5550 rpm

273 lb.-ft. @ 1300 rpm

5

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$59,000- $82,800

Gasoline

8.83

300 hp @ 6500 rpm

280 lb.-ft. @ 1950 rpm

2

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$26,900- $36,900

Gasoline

8.14

134 hp @ 4400 rpm

162 lb.-ft. @ 1250 rpm

4

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$315,000- $362,725

Gasoline

8.44

563 hp @ 5250 rpm

605 lb.-ft. @ 1500 rpm

5

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$48,950

Gasoline

7.12

241 hp @ 5550 rpm

273 lb.-ft. @ 1300 rpm

2

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2019 Mercedes-Benz AMG SLC 43 vs competitor's 0-60

    Car Name
    0-60 MPH
    Quarter Mile
    Top Speed
    SourceCompare
    4.6 sec-170 mph
    4.8 sec13 sec170 mph
    4.8 sec-155 mph
    5.2 sec13.5 sec135 mph
    5.8 sec--
    6.78 sec14.5 sec131 mph

    2019 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.318/461.1 mi.
      27 mpg37 mpg31 mpg11.6 gal.324.8/429.2 mi.
      24 mpg34 mpg28 mpg10.6 gal.252/357 mi.
      24 mpg33 mpg27 mpg13.2 gal.316.8/435.6 mi.
      23 mpg32 mpg27 mpg15.9 gal.365.7/508.8 mi.
      22 mpg28 mpg24 mpg14.2 gal.298.2/397.6 mi.

      2019 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.4.1 in.95.7 in.
        214.8 in.76.7 in.61 in.6 in.129.7 in.
        183.3 in.74.4 in.64.5 in.5 in.113.1 in.
        173.9 in.71 in.60 in.5.3 in.106.3 in.
        172.4 in.70.9 in.50.4 in.4.3 in.97.4 in.
        162.8 in.71.5 in.51.3 in.4.4 in.95.7 in.

        2019 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.
          17.2 cu.ft.-43.6 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.
          19.4 cu.ft.-56.5 cu.ft.
          3.7 cu.ft.97.5 cu.ft.49.5 cu.ft.

          2019 Mercedes-Benz AMG SLC 43 vs competitor's cargo space

            Car Name
            Cargo Volume
            Cargo Volume w/ Seat Area
            Max Cargo Volume
            Bed Length
            SourceCompare
            34.1 cu.ft.10.1 cu.ft.10.1 cu.ft.-
            49.5 cu.ft.3.7 cu.ft.49.5 cu.ft.144 ft.
            14 cu.ft.14 cu.ft.14 cu.ft.-
            67.4 cu.ft.19.4 cu.ft.56.5 cu.ft.-
            71.5 cu.ft.10.1 cu.ft.10.1 cu.ft.-
            74.4 cu.ft.7.6 cu.ft.7.6 cu.ft.-

            2019 Mercedes-Benz AMG SLC 43 vs competitor's towing capacity

              Car Name
              Towing Capacity
              Payload Capacity
              Weight
              SourceCompare
              --3541 lbs.
              3500 lbs.1466 lbs.3891 lbs.
              3306 lbs.-3296 lbs.
              -970 lbs.5368 lbs.
              --2487 lbs.
              -704 lbs.2944 lbs.

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