2022-present SL OverviewMercedes SL Overview (2022 - present)
R232
Tech Specs Summary
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- 162 - 197 mph
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- 2.9 - 4.9 seconds
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- 376 - 805 BHP
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- 20.6 - 36.7 mpg
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- 1,810 - 2,195 kg
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- 110 - 240 L
This generation of the Mercedes SL (R232) is produced by the German manufacturer Mercedes and started production in 2022. It's a front engined Roadster with either all-wheel drive or rear-wheel drive. There are four power levels available, ranging from a 376 BHP 2 L Inline 4 Turbo mild hybrid petrol engine all the way to a 805 BHP 4 L V8 Bi-Turbo plug-in hybrid petrol engine. It has double wishbone suspension front and rear.
Performance Pick
If you're interested in performance, the best performance version of the SL is the Mercedes AMG SL 63 4MATIC+ which scores 3.8★ on the encyCARpedia Rating system for performance. With total power at 577 BHP and a power/weight ratio of 304 BHP/Tonne it has a top speed of 196 mph and gets to 62 mph in 3.6 seconds.
Practicality Pick
If you're more interested in practicality, then the Mercedes AMG SL 43 is the best practical all-rounder with a score of 1.6★ on the encyCARpedia Rating system for practicality. It has a range of 463 miles and can store 213-240 litres of cargo.