2013 Mercedes-Benz SL-Class

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$105,500
Starting Price 
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Nathan Dyer 

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Updated on November 3, 2023

ProsConsWhat's New

Strong and reasonably efficient V8 powertrain

Unimpressive optional audio system

Fully redesigned for 2013

Meticulously crafted cabin

Little space for cargo

Comfortbale ride quality

Specs & Features

$105,500

price

429 hp @ 5250 rpm

horsepower

516 lb.-ft. @ 1800 rpm

torque

7-Speed Shiftable Automatic

transmission

4.7L 8cyl RWD 7A

engine

-

basic warranty

Overview

Competing in the midsize convertible segment, the 2013 Mercedes-Benz SL-Class Convertible is a direct competitor to the BMW 6 Series Convertible and the Porsche 911 Carrera Convertible. The 2013 Mercedes-Benz SL-Class starts off at an MSRP of $105,500, with a single trim in the lineup. It is offered with a 4.7L twin-turbocharged V8 engine and a 7-speed automatic transmission producing 429 horsepower and 516 lb-ft of torque. Through this powertrain, the SL-Class manages a 0-60 of 4.4 seconds and a combined fuel economy of 20 MPG. 

Buying Advice

The 2013 Mercedes-Benz SL-Class Convertible is an exceptionally well-made roadster offered in a single trim. However, there are some options offered and we recommend adding the optional high-performance tires, upgraded brakes, and sport steering wheel to the car. 

Trims

    550
    $105,500 onwards
    • Engine: 4.7L 8cyl RWD 7A
    • Horsepower: 429 hp @ 5250 rpm hp
    • Torque: 516 lb.-ft. @ 1800 rpm
    • 0-60 mph: 4.5 sec
    • Top Speed: 172 mph
    • Fuel Economy Combined: 20 mpg

Compare to similar cars

Price

$105,500

Engine

Gasoline

Rating

8.21

Horsepower

429 hp @ 5250 rpm

Torque

516 lb.-ft. @ 1800 rpm

Capacity

2

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$47,350- $64,200

Gasoline

7.71

240 hp @ 5000 rpm

260 lb.-ft. @ 1250 rpm

2

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$49,500- $60,900

Gasoline

8.16

265 hp @ 6700 rpm

206 lb.-ft. @ 4400 rpm

2

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2013 Mercedes-Benz SL-Class vs competitor's 0-60

    Car Name
    0-60 MPH
    Quarter Mile
    Top Speed
    SourceCompare
    4.5 sec12.5 sec172 mph
    2013 BMW Z4

    Ranked #2

    5.5 sec14.0 sec130 mph
    5.6 sec14 sec103 mph

    2013 Mercedes-Benz SL-Class vs competitor's MPG

      Car Name
      MPG City
      MPG Highway
      MPG Combined
      Fuel Tank Capacity
      Range (C/H)
      SourceCompare
      17 mpg25 mpg20 mpg19.8 gal.336.6/495 mi.
      2013 BMW Z4

      Ranked #1

      22 mpg34 mpg26 mpg14.5 gal.319/493 mi.
      22 mpg30 mpg24 mpg16.9 gal.338/507 mi.

      2013 Mercedes-Benz SL-Class vs competitor's dimensions

        Car Name
        Length
        Width
        Height
        Ground Clearance
        Wheelbase
        SourceCompare
        181.8 in.76.7 in.51.8 in.3.8 in.101.8 in.

        2013 Mercedes-Benz AMG SL 65

        Ranked #1

        182.4 in.76.7 in.51.8 in.4.4 in.101.8 in.

        2013 Mercedes-Benz AMG SL 63

        Ranked #1

        182.4 in.76.7 in.51.8 in.4.4 in.101.8 in.

        2013 BMW M3

        Ranked #3

        181.7 in.77.8 in.54.8 in.4 in.108.7 in.
        172.2 in.70.9 in.50.5 in.4 in.97.4 in.
        2013 BMW Z4

        Ranked #5

        167 in.70.5 in.50.8 in.5.1 in.98.3 in.

        2013 Mercedes-Benz SL-Class 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.
          2013 BMW Z4

          Ranked #1

          8 cu.ft.164.4 cu.ft.8 cu.ft.
          4.6 cu.ft.135.6 cu.ft.4.6 cu.ft.

          2013 Mercedes-Benz SL-Class 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.
            2013 BMW Z4

            Ranked #2

            150 cu.ft.8 cu.ft.8 cu.ft.
            111.3 cu.ft.4.6 cu.ft.4.6 cu.ft.

            2013 Mercedes-Benz SL-Class vs competitor's towing capacity

              Car Name
              Payload Capacity
              Weight
              SourceCompare
              540 lbs.3935 lbs.
              2013 BMW Z4

              Ranked #1

              562 lbs.3307 lbs.
              739 lbs.2888 lbs.

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